
Homes for Rent in Essex County, NJ (487 Rentals)


12 Alexander St

89 Sumo Village Ct, Unit 1rstfloor balcony

43 Conforti Ave, Unit 48

28 Park Ter

61 Washington Ter

61 Amherst St

378 Valley, Unit #C5C

46 Wedgewood Dr, Unit 129

352 Bloomfield Ave
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318 Ellis Ave, Unit 3

924 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit V2

37 Western Pky

23 Maple Pl

211 Myrtle Ave, Unit secondfloor

26 Lavergne St, Unit 2

91 Mount Prospect Ave

290 Millburn Ave

488 S 18th St

12 Thomas St
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152 Mapes Ave, Unit 3

487 15th Ave, Unit First floor

144 Telford St

287 N 10th St

807 S 14th St, Unit #1

4 Colgate Dr

22 Seton Hall Dr

346 S 10th St

740 S 12th St

29 Homestead Park
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90 CLINTON Ave, Unit 306

59 Pier Ln

43 Cherry St, Unit 2

395 Berwick St, Unit 1

51 N 14th St, Unit 3

61 Lake St, Unit 2

19 Evelyn Ct, Unit 2

73 Laventhal Ave

91 Mt Prospect Ave, Unit 2

65 McWhorter St, Unit 1108
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31-33-33 Park Ave, Unit 4

363 Park Ave, Unit F

83 Arsdale Terrace, Unit 1

82 Jacoby St, Unit 2

46-48-48 Lincoln Pl, Unit 1R

22 King St, Unit FL 1

Broad Street, Unit 1107

268 Watchung Ave, Unit 4

154 Taylor St, Unit 3

110 Washington St
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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 | $2,576 | $1,600 | $4,700 |
| Essex County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,828 | $1,800 | $6,000 |
| Essex County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,879 | $2,250 | $9,000 |
| Essex County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,228 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Essex County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,179 | $3,750 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex County
What type of rentals are currently available in Essex County?
There are currently 3292 Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $16,000. There are also 495 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex County ranging from $1,000 to $19,500.
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 $1,000 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,833.
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 $850 to $16,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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

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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.

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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.