Cheap Apartments for Rent in 08840

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Apartments For Rent Near 08840

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Average Rent Trends in 08840

Rent in 08840 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,460
Jul 2025$2,600
Aug 2025$2,575
Sep 2025$2,500
Oct 2025$2,500
Nov 2025$2,800
Dec 2025$2,850
Jan 2026$2,995
Feb 2026$2,600
Mar 2026$2,525
Apr 2026$2,600
May 2026$2,620
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,500$2,850$2,700$3,790$2,685
Townhomes$2,300$2,600——$2,600
Apartments and Condos$2,100$2,620$2,700—$2,550
Houses$1,690$3,000$3,800$3,790$3,790

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in 08840

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in 08840?
    The average rent of an apartment in 08840 is $2,578 per month. This is about 34% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in 08840?
    The average rent of a house in 08840 is $3,790 per month. This is about 96% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in 08840?
    The average rent of a townhome in 08840 is $2,600 per month. This is about 35% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in 08840?
    In the last year, the average rent in 08840 was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $2,460 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in 08840?
    In the last year, the average rent in 08840 was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $3,048 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 08840?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 08840 is $2,500 per month. That is about $5 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in 08840?
    There are 27 available rental listings in 08840.
  • What are some cities near 08840?
    Some nearby cities include: Metuchen, Edison, Fords, Iselin, Keasbey, South Plainfield. These cities may have more rental options to explore.