The Lofts at Middlesex
150 Lincoln Blvd,
Middlesex, NJ 08846
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Rental Market Trends in Middlesex, NJ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Middlesex, NJ is $1,951/month.
Rent in Middlesex is 17% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,951/month
Average Rent
704 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.2%
Change / Year
208
Available Apartments
Middlesex rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Middlesex average $1,223 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Middlesex average $1,951 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Middlesex average $2,388 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Middlesex average $2,667 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Middlesex, NJ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $43 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Middlesex, NJ
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
60%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Middlesex, NJ?
Because the average rent in Middlesex is $1,951, you’ll want to make about $6,503 per month or $78,036 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Middlesex, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Middlesex, NJ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Middlesex Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Dunellen
Avg Rent: $2,657/month
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South Bound Brook
Avg Rent: $1,801/month
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Bound Brook
Avg Rent: $2,020/month
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Piscataway
Avg Rent: $2,045/month
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Green Brook
Avg Rent: $2,400/month
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Warren
Avg Rent: $3,045/month
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Somerset
Avg Rent: $2,124/month
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South Plainfield
Avg Rent: $2,339/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Middlesex?
The average rent in Middlesex is $1,951 per month, which is 17.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Middlesex?
The average rent for a house in Middlesex, NJ is $3,405 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Middlesex?
The average rent for a townhome in Middlesex, NJ is $2,953 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Middlesex?
Rents in Middlesex, NJ are increasing, with prices up 2.2% year-over-year and $43 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Middlesex?
In Middlesex, NJ, 60% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.