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Rental Market Trends in Paramus, NJ

What is the average rent in Paramus, NJ?

$3,451/month

Average Rent

867 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.8%

Increase in the Last Year

Paramus, NJ Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Paramus, NJ is $3,451 per month. This is 108% higher than the national average rent price of $1,662/month, making Paramus one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Paramus average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Paramus average $3,451 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Paramus average $4,755 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Paramus average $5,083 or more per month.

Data Updated: July 1, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,451/month
867 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,755/month
1,384 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,083/month
2,202 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,815/month
333 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,869/month
428 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Paramus, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $29 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated July 2026
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2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Paramus, NJ
Last Updated July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Paramus, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Paramus is $3,451, you’ll want to make about $11,503 per month or $138,036 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.

City

Paramus, NJ

163 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Paramus, 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.

Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Paramus We Think You'll Love

Vermella Paramus

Vermella Paramus

200 Vermella Way,
Paramus, NJ 07652

1-2 Beds | $3,150 - $5,800

The Jefferson

The Jefferson

2 Kinderkamack Rd,
Hackensack, NJ 07601

1-2 Beds | $2,890 - $4,830

New Bridge Crossing

New Bridge Crossing

230 Kinderkamack Rd,
River Edge, NJ 07661

2 Beds | $3,526

Continental Gardens

Continental Gardens

6 Colonial Ct,
River Edge, NJ 07661

1-2 Beds | $1,845 - $2,295

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Paramus?

The average rent in Paramus is $3,451 per month, which is 107.6% higher than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Paramus?

The average rent for a house in Paramus, NJ is $4,815 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Paramus?

Rents in Paramus, NJ are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $29 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Paramus?

In Paramus, NJ, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Paramus 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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