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Rental Market Trends in Newark, NJ

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Newark, NJ is $1,653/month.

Rent in Newark is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,653/month

Average Rent

620 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.8%

Change / Year

1,458

Available Apartments

Newark rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Newark average $1,395 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Newark average $1,653 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Newark average $2,028 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Newark average $2,112 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,395/month
486 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,653/month
620 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,028/month
886 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,112/month
938 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,488/month
431 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,175/month
205 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,474/month
276 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,441/month
1,338 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,669/month
46 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,214/month
669 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,360/month
1,306 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,630/month
142 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,629/month
572 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,524/month
887 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Newark, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $14 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Newark, NJ

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Newark, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
16% $700 - $1,000/month
31% $1,001 - $1,500/month
17% $1,501 - $2,000/month
35% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Newark?

Based on current rent prices, Lower Vailsburg, Weequahic and Forest Hill are the most affordable neighborhoods in Newark.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lower Vailsburg
$1,627/month
1,452 Sq Ft
Weequahic
$1,691/month
661 Sq Ft
Forest Hill
$1,721/month
828 Sq Ft
North Broadway
$1,722/month
858 Sq Ft
Dayton-Weequahic Park
$1,936/month
719 Sq Ft
West Side
$1,957/month
738 Sq Ft
Fairmount
$2,101/month
862 Sq Ft
South Broad Street
$2,151/month
663 Sq Ft
Greater Newark
$2,225/month
755 Sq Ft
South Ironbound
$2,285/month
707 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Newark?

Based on current rent prices, Seventh Avenue, Mount Pleasant-Lower Broad and Downtown Newark are the most expensive neighborhoods in Newark.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Seventh Avenue
$2,671/month
836 Sq Ft
Mount Pleasant-Lower Broad
$2,648/month
805 Sq Ft
Downtown Newark
$2,615/month
748 Sq Ft
North Ironbound
$2,495/month
726 Sq Ft
University Heights
$2,494/month
696 Sq Ft
Springfield-Belmont
$2,466/month
710 Sq Ft
South Ironbound
$2,285/month
707 Sq Ft
Greater Newark
$2,225/month
755 Sq Ft
South Broad Street
$2,151/month
663 Sq Ft
Fairmount
$2,101/month
862 Sq Ft

Which Newark neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Newark with the most apartments available are Greater Newark, Downtown Newark and North Ironbound .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Greater Newark
$2,225/month
755 Sq Ft
Downtown Newark
$2,615/month
748 Sq Ft
North Ironbound
$2,495/month
726 Sq Ft
University Heights
$2,494/month
696 Sq Ft
Fairmount
$2,101/month
862 Sq Ft
West Side
$1,957/month
738 Sq Ft
South Ironbound
$2,285/month
707 Sq Ft
South Broad Street
$2,151/month
663 Sq Ft
Springfield-Belmont
$2,466/month
710 Sq Ft
Mount Pleasant-Lower Broad
$2,648/month
805 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Newark is $1,653, you’ll want to make about $5,510 per month or $66,120 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Newark, NJ is 14.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Newark is 34.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,395 - $2,112. You can expect to pay 5.7% more for groceries, 5.3% more for utilities, and 2.9% more for transportation.

City

Newark, NJ

1,458 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Newark, 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

Lower Vailsburg

Newark, NJ

Seventh Avenue

Newark, NJ

Studio
$999/month
$1,215/month
One Bedroom
$1,069/month
$1,342/month
Two Bedroom
$1,333/month
$1,739/month
Three Bedroom
$833/month
$1,722/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Harrison

    Harrison

    Avg Rent: $2,659/month

  • Irvington

    Irvington

    Avg Rent: $1,261/month

  • East Orange

    East Orange

    Avg Rent: $1,549/month

  • Kearny

    Kearny

    Avg Rent: $2,091/month

  • Hillside

    Hillside

    Avg Rent: $1,635/month

Apartment Communities in Newark We Think You'll Love

Nova by Gomes

Nova by Gomes

1213-1221 Broad St,
Newark, NJ 07114

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,017 - $3,150

Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments

Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments

440 Elizabeth Ave,
Newark, NJ 07112

1-3 Beds | $2,150 - $3,134

The Essex

The Essex

102 Washington Ave,
Belleville, NJ 07109

Studio - 1 Bed | $1,950 - $2,595

55 Union

55 Union

55 Union St,
Newark, NJ 07105

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,150 - $3,950

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Newark?

The average rent in Newark is $1,653 per month, which is 0.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Newark?

The average rent for a house in Newark, NJ is $2,474 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Newark?

The average rent for a townhome in Newark, NJ is $2,629 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Newark?

The average rent for a condo in Newark, NJ is $1,669 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Newark?

Rents in Newark, NJ are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $14 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Newark?

In Newark, NJ, 35% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Newark 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 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.

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