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Rental Market Trends in Rockaway, NJ

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Rockaway, NJ is $2,307/month.

Rent in Rockaway is 39% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,307/month

Average Rent

883 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

27

Available Apartments

Rockaway rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Rockaway average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Rockaway average $2,307 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Rockaway average $2,641 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Rockaway average $3,053 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,307/month
883 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,641/month
1,146 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,053/month
1,213 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,548/month
1,553 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Rockaway, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $45 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Rockaway, NJ

August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Rockaway, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
29% $1,501 - $2,000/month
71% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Rockaway is $2,307, you’ll want to make about $7,690 per month or $92,280 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

Rockaway, NJ

27 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Rockaway, 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 Communities in Rockaway We Think You'll Love

Rock Pointe

Rock Pointe

1 Rock Pointe Pl,
Rockaway, NJ 07866

1-2 Beds | $2,500 - $3,155

Rustic Ridge

Rustic Ridge

289 Mount Hope Ave,
Rockaway, NJ 07866

1 Bed | $2,175 - $2,180

Hillside Gardens

Hillside Gardens

1 Hillside Ave,
Rockaway, NJ 07866

2 Beds | $2,195

Boulders at Rockaway

Boulders at Rockaway

10 Mt Pleasant Ave,
Rockaway, NJ 07801

1-3 Beds | $2,300 - $3,400

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Rockaway?

The average rent in Rockaway is $2,307 per month, which is 38.7% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Rockaway?

Rents in Rockaway, NJ are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $45 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Rockaway?

In Rockaway, NJ, 71% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Rockaway 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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