
Homes for Rent in Essex County, NJ (580 Rentals)


126 Coccio Dr

581 Thomas St

127 S Burnett St

60 Parkway Dr E, Unit 60 Parkway

388 Hall Ct

102 2nd St

226 Waverly Pl

5 Roosevelt Pl, Unit 5C

51 Greenwood Ave, Unit 7
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8 Caton Ter

318 Ellis Ave, Unit 3

37 Western Pky

174 Munn Ave

443 Centre St

324 Winthrop Dr

96-98 Peabody Pl

475 S 14th St, Unit 1

287 N 10th St

807 S 14th St, Unit #1
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135 Seymour Ave

163 N 9th St

35 N 6th St, Unit 3

60 E Kinney St

111 Mulberry St

14 Houston St

80 Montrose St

90 CLINTON Ave, Unit 306

10 Glennon Pl, Unit 1

100 S Essex Ave, Unit 1
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113 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd. floor

224 N Fullerton Ave, Unit B

388 Bloomfield Ave, Unit 305A

254 21st St, Unit 1

69 Lake St, Unit 2nd Floor

479 Centre St, Unit 2

Furnished Rental in Luxury Building with Amenities, Unit 408

Spacious Furnished Studio in Prime Luxury Building, Unit 506

306 Main St, Unit 8c

363 Park Ave, Unit a
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150 S Harrison St, Unit 5G

218 Columbia Ave, Unit APT 1R

16 Smith St, Unit 1st FL

19 Livingston St, Unit 2 Bed

Gorgeous Views From Furnished Studio in Luxury Building, Unit 1201

268 Watchung Ave, Unit 4

363 Park Ave, Unit F

21 Oak St, Unit 1

1127 Stuyvesant Ave., Unit 308

535 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 306
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Essex County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Essex County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,456 | $1,400 | $5,500 |
| Essex County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,797 | $1,695 | $6,000 |
| Essex County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,934 | $800 | $8,200 |
| Essex County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,057 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Essex County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,199 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Essex County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex County
What type of rentals are currently available in Essex County?
There are currently 3178 Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $684 to $16,000. There are also 522 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex County ranging from $800 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex County ranges from $800 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,798.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essex County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essex County range from $949 to $16,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,775.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.