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Rental Market Trends in Raritan, NJ

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Raritan, NJ is $2,454/month.

Rent in Raritan is 48% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,454/month

Average Rent

816 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.2%

Change / Year

87

Available Apartments

Raritan rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Raritan average $2,078 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Raritan average $2,454 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Raritan average $2,960 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Raritan average $4,100 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,078/month
638 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,454/month
816 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,960/month
1,393 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,100/month
1,923 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Raritan, NJ?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.2%, which averages out to $4 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Raritan, NJ

August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Raritan, 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 Raritan, NJ?

Because the average rent in Raritan is $2,454, you’ll want to make about $8,180 per month or $98,160 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

Raritan, NJ

87 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Raritan, 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

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

  • Somerville

    Somerville

    Avg Rent: $2,241/month

  • Bridgewater

    Bridgewater

    Avg Rent: $2,105/month

  • Manville

    Manville

    Avg Rent: $2,054/month

  • Branchburg

    Branchburg

    Avg Rent: $1,979/month

  • Hillsborough

    Hillsborough

    Avg Rent: $2,121/month

Apartment Communities in Raritan We Think You'll Love

Stone Bridge at Raritan

Stone Bridge at Raritan

925 US 202,
Raritan, NJ 08869

2-3 Beds | $2,695 - $4,725

Raritan Riverside

Raritan Riverside

21 Orlando Dr,
Raritan, NJ 08869

1-2 Beds | $2,650 - $3,375

Crossings Raritan

Crossings Raritan

59 2nd Ave,
Raritan, NJ 08869

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,123 - $3,265

The Lena

The Lena

100 River Park Dr,
Raritan, NJ 08869

2 Beds | $2,704 - $3,030

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Raritan?

The average rent in Raritan is $2,454 per month, which is 47.6% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Raritan?

Rents in Raritan, NJ are decreasing, with prices down 0.2% year-over-year and $4 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Raritan?

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

United States New Jersey Raritan 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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