
Homes for Rent in Essex County, NJ Under $1,500 (55 Rentals)


318 Ellis Ave, Unit 3

126 Coccio Dr

96-98 Peabody Pl

127 S Burnett St

179 Isabella Ave, Unit 3

252 Lehigh Ave, Unit 24

71 Laventhal Ave

400 S 8th St, Unit 3

848 S 14th St, Unit 3
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79 Jackson St, Unit 3

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 104

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 412

18 Summit St, Unit 108

42 N 19th St, Unit 1

29 S Munn Ave, Unit 2E

22 Speedway Ave, Unit Ground Floor

14 N 12th St

521 S 16th St, Unit 3
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115 Grafton Ave, Unit 3

2 Beaumont Pl, Unit 2D

11 Thomas St, Unit STUDIO

33 Branch Brook Pl, Unit STUDIO

21 Willoughby St, Unit B6

109 Vassar Ave, Unit PRIVATE Room ONLY Shared

13 Voorhees St, Unit Shared Apartment (2nd FL)

335 Myrtle Ave, Unit 1B

127 S Burnet St

110 Brookside Ave, Unit 3
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214 Littleton Ave, Unit 3

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

653 Summer Ave, Unit 9

273-273 Prince St

55 Rose Terrace, Unit 3

406 S 15th St, Unit 3

66 N 9th St, Unit B3

521 S 16th St, Unit 3

60 Crawford St, Unit 8

76 N 9th St, Unit 1
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96 Lindsley Ave, Unit 3

152 Chadwick Ave, Unit 3

219 Schuyler Ave

726 S 15th St

20 Ashby Lane3 - Upstairs Master Bed Front

641 Lincoln Ave

117 Hudson St

475 Clinton Ave

255-257-257 New Jersey Railroad Ave

63 Howard Street2 - Upstairs Standard
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.