
Homes for Rent in Essex County, NJ Under $2,000 (216 Rentals)


475 S 14th St, Unit 1

388 Hall Ct

8 Caton Ter

318 Ellis Ave, Unit 3

126 Coccio Dr

96-98 Peabody Pl

127 S Burnett St

100 S Essex Ave, Unit 1

388 Bloomfield Ave, Unit 305A
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218 Columbia Ave, Unit APT 1R

150 S Harrison St, Unit 5G

306 Main St, Unit 8c

163 Elwood Ave E, Unit 3L

535 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 306

51 Argyle Terrace, Unit B1

56 S Munn Ave, Unit 2B

725 Scotland Rd, Unit 6

268 Lincoln St, Unit 3rd Fl

179 Isabella Ave, Unit 3
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160-166 Ellis Ave, Unit 401I 507 I 308 I 405

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 418

252 Lehigh Ave, Unit 24

86 Stuyvesant Ave., Unit 3

94 Fairmount Terrace, Unit 412

71 Laventhal Ave

395 Berwick St, Unit 3rd Floor

117 4th Ave, Unit 3

175 S Munn Ave

108 N Oraton Pkwy, Unit Basement
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497 Tremont Ave, Unit 3rd floor

286 S Center St, Unit 286-16

152 S Harrison St, Unit 1h

79 Jackson St, Unit 6

56 S Munn Ave, Unit 7G

14 Nursery St, Unit 2

86 Wilson Pl, Unit 2

635 S 19th St, Unit 3

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 207

400 S 8th St, Unit 3
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848 S 14th St, Unit 3

79 Jackson St, Unit 3

849 S 15th St, Unit 3

25 N Harrison St, Unit 907

689 Sanford Ave, Unit 304

6 Pomona Ave, Unit 2A

7 Chestnut St, Unit 3H

167 Chancellor Ave, Unit 19

311 Littleton Ave, Unit 3

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 207
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.
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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.
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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.