
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ (330 Rentals)
Apartments in Essex County with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


REV by Vermella

The Mural

Meridia South Orange

The Essex

Oakes Pond at Bloomfield

Spring Street Commons

Cosmo440 Luxury Apartments
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55 Washington St

Verona Place

Clarus Glen Ridge

The Gateway Luxury Residences

THE VESTRY

Avalon Maplewood
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Cider Mill Townhomes

Silver Lake

Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes

Short Hills Gardens

Iron65

Edison Lofts

Hue Soul

The HIGHLAND

Third & Valley

Parkvue At Livingston
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West Mill Gardens

SUMMIT Orange Crossing

The Station at East Orange

The Enclave at Livingston - 55+

One Theater Square

Allure 258

The Modern

Eleven80

227 North Walnut

CENTURION IRONBOUND

The William House

Vermella Broad Street

Short Hills Village Apartment Homes

Stonehill at West Orange

Highlands at Hilltop

110 Washington

Avalon Roseland

The Upton Short Hills
Essex County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Essex County Studio Apartments | $2,081 | $1,175 | $8,138 |
Essex County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $775 | $9,813 |
Essex County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,139 | $717 | $10,000+ |
Essex County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,827 | $808 | $10,000+ |
Essex County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,308 | $2,150 | $9,500 |
Essex County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,237 | $2,699 | $9,000 |
Essex County 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex County
How much are Studio apartments in Essex County?
There are currently 311 Studio Apartments in Essex County with rent ranges from $932 to $8,138 with an average price of $5,282.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Essex County Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Essex County ranges from $775 to $9,813 with an average monthly rent of $2,369.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex County cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Essex County range from $717 to $28,490. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,139.
How expensive are Essex County Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 494 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Essex County on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $808 to $14,937 - averaging $2,827 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.