
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Essex County, NJ (146 Rentals)


37 Western Pky

144 Telford St

91 Mount Prospect Ave

4 Colgate Dr

22 Seton Hall Dr

290 Millburn Ave

90 CLINTON Ave, Unit 306

352 Bloomfield Ave

73 Laventhal Ave
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395 Berwick St, Unit 1

91 Mt Prospect Ave, Unit 2

31-33-33 Park Ave, Unit 4

502 Washington Ave

38 Feiner Pl, Unit 2R

74 Webster St, Unit 1C

111 Niagara St, Unit 1st Floor

352 S 6th St, Unit 2A

501 Central Ave, Unit 2A

224 S 7th St, Unit 1B
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518 S 20th St, Unit 2

311 Littleton Ave, Unit 3

142 Mapes Ave, Unit 3

501 Central Ave, Unit 2D

113 S 11th St, Unit Apartment 1

300 N 5th St, Unit 1

56 Newton Pl, Unit 1

53 Mission St, Unit 1

322 New St

339 Valley St, Unit #1
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10 Derby St

1597 Springfield Ave

359 N 12th St

7 Derby St

55 Arsdale Terrace

90 Clinton Ave, Unit 306

299 Summer Ave, Unit C3

9 Stecher St, Unit 2S

111 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1B

33-35-35 Pierce St, Unit 1L
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92 Callahan Ct

478 Fabyan Pl

142-144-144 Seymour Ave

16 Silkman Pl

16 Montrose Terrace

901 Bergen St

191 Bloomfield Ave

44 Irving Ave

782-786-786 Mt Prospect Ave

49 Columbia Ave
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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

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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.