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Monroe Township, NJ 08831
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Rental Market Trends in Monroe Township, NJ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Monroe Township, NJ is $2,058/month.
Rent in Monroe Township is 24% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,058/month
Average Rent
720 Sq Ft
Average Size
+4.2%
Change / Year
74
Available Apartments
Monroe Township rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Monroe Township average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Monroe Township average $2,058 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Monroe Township average $3,293 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Monroe Township average $3,999 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Monroe Township, NJ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4.2%, which averages out to $87 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Monroe Township, NJ
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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Below $700/month
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$1,501 - $2,000/month
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Monroe Township?
Based on current rent prices, Turnpike East is the most affordable neighborhood in Monroe Township.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Monroe Township?
Based on current rent prices, Turnpike East is the most expensive neighborhood in Monroe Township.
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Which Monroe Township neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Monroe Township with the most apartments available is Turnpike East .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Monroe Township, NJ?
Because the average rent in Monroe Township is $2,058, you’ll want to make about $6,860 per month or $82,320 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 Monroe Township, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Monroe Township, 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 Monroe Township Area GuideStudio
$1,989/month
$1,989/month
One Bedroom
$1,948/month
$1,948/month
Two Bedroom
$2,650/month
$2,650/month
Three Bedroom
$3,745/month
$3,745/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Jamesburg
Avg Rent: $1,344/month
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Englishtown
Avg Rent: $1,571/month
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Helmetta
Avg Rent: $2,279/month
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Manalapan Township
Avg Rent: $2,676/month
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Cranbury
Avg Rent: $1,322/month
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Spotswood
Avg Rent: $1,429/month
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Dayton
Avg Rent: $1,810/month
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Hightstown
Avg Rent: $1,778/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Monroe Township?
The average rent in Monroe Township is $2,058 per month, which is 23.6% higher than the national average of $1,665.
Are rents going up or down in Monroe Township?
Rents in Monroe Township, NJ are increasing, with prices up 4.2% year-over-year and $87 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Monroe Township?
In Monroe Township, NJ, 100% 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.