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Rental Market Trends in Middletown, NJ

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Middletown, NJ is $1,689/month.

Rent in Middletown is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,689/month

Average Rent

802 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.7%

Change / Year

255

Available Apartments

Middletown rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Middletown average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $1,689 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $2,000 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $2,495 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,689/month
802 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,000/month
1,191 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,495/month
1,143 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,388/month
387 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,112/month
935 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,113/month
1,134 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$10,975/month
2,266 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,283/month
389 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,470/month
1,018 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,029/month
1,686 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,667/month
1,025 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,357/month
1,934 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Middletown, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.7%, which averages out to $29 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Middletown, NJ

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Middletown, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
67% $1,501 - $2,000/month
33% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Middletown, NJ?

Because the average rent in Middletown is $1,689, you’ll want to make about $5,630 per month or $67,560 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.

City

Middletown, NJ

255 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Middletown, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Middletown, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Middletown We Think You'll Love

Atlantic Pointe Apartments

Atlantic Pointe Apartments

165 Thousand Oaks Dr,
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716

1-2 Beds | $2,213 - $3,129

The Rail at Red Bank

The Rail at Red Bank

118 Chestnut St,
Red Bank, NJ 07701

1-2 Beds | $4,277 - $5,459

Colony House Apartments

Colony House Apartments

122 Bodman Pl,
Red Bank, NJ 07701

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,350 - $6,500

Cove on the Bay

Cove on the Bay

250 Beachway Ave,
Keansburg, NJ 07734

1-2 Beds | $1,818 - $3,700

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Middletown?

The average rent in Middletown is $1,689 per month, which is 1.6% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Middletown?

The average rent for a house in Middletown, NJ is $5,113 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Middletown?

The average rent for a townhome in Middletown, NJ is $3,667 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Middletown?

The average rent for a condo in Middletown, NJ is $2,283 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Middletown?

Rents in Middletown, NJ are increasing, with prices up 1.7% year-over-year and $29 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Middletown?

In Middletown, NJ, 67% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Middletown Rental Trends

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 June 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.

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