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Somerset, NJ 08873
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Rental Market Trends in Somerset, NJ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Somerset, NJ is $2,105/month.
Rent in Somerset is 27% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,105/month
Average Rent
824 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.8%
Change / Year
240
Available Apartments
Somerset rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Somerset average $2,106 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Somerset average $2,105 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Somerset average $2,599 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Somerset average $2,961 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Somerset, NJ?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.8%, which averages out to $38 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Somerset, NJ
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
4%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
25%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
71%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Somerset, NJ?
Because the average rent in Somerset is $2,105, you’ll want to make about $7,016 per month or $84,192 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 Somerset, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Somerset, 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 Somerset Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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South Bound Brook
Avg Rent: $1,801/month
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Piscataway
Avg Rent: $2,045/month
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New Brunswick
Avg Rent: $2,280/month
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Highland Park
Avg Rent: $1,895/month
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Middlesex
Avg Rent: $1,948/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Somerset?
The average rent in Somerset is $2,105 per month, which is 26.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Somerset?
The average rent for a townhome in Somerset, NJ is $2,670 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Somerset?
Rents in Somerset, NJ are decreasing, with prices down 1.8% year-over-year and $38 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Somerset?
In Somerset, NJ, 71% 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.