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117 4th Ave, Unit 3

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

8 Caton Ter

214 Littleton Ave, Unit 3

125 Osborne Terrace

110-112-112 Eastern Pkwy, Unit 3R

128 S Arlington Ave

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 418

52 Kent St, Unit 1
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233 Littleton Ave, Unit 12

115 Grafton Ave, Unit 3

658 Sanford Ave, Unit G

233 Littleton Ave, Unit 11

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 412

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

175 S Munn Ave

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 418

812 Clinton Ave, Unit 4

268 Lincoln St, Unit 3rd Fl
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61 S Munn Ave, Unit 207

388 Bloomfield Ave, Unit 305A

1 Vaughan Dr

236 Warren St

15 Voorhees St, Unit 2nd Floor

388 Hall Ct

1 Vassar Ave, Unit Apt 3

658 Sanford Ave, Unit G

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 207

1 Cornerstone Ln
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25 N Harrison St, Unit 907

7 Chestnut St, Unit 3H

11 Thomas St, Unit 1

840 Mt Prospect Ave

61 16th Ave, Unit 3

226 Roseville Ave, Unit 202

210 N 15th St, Unit 4

93 W Allen St, Unit B

179 Myrtle Ave, Unit 3

70 Crawford St, Unit 15

63 Forest Hill Pkwy, Unit 1H

49-51-51 Brookdale Ave, Unit 1F

447 N 5th St, Unit 3D

475 Clinton Ave, Unit 2

206 Matthews Drive

336 Madison Ave

336 Madison Ave

276 Summer Ave

306 Main St, Unit 8c

151 Parker St, Unit 7
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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.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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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.

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.