Cheap Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ

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Average Rent Trends in Metuchen, NJ

Rent in Metuchen, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Sep 2025$2,500
Oct 2025$2,500
Nov 2025$2,800
Dec 2025$2,950
Jan 2026$2,995
Feb 2026$2,600
Mar 2026$2,525
Apr 2026$2,600
May 2026$2,614
Jun 2026$2,620
Jul 2026$2,600
Aug 2026$2,600
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In August 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$2,295$2,800$3,400—$2,600
Townhomes$2,200$2,600$3,200—$2,600
Apartments and Condos$2,295$2,750$2,600—$2,295
Houses$1,100$2,800$3,700—$3,700
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Metuchen, NJ

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Metuchen, NJ?
    The average rent of an apartment in Metuchen, NJ is $2,438 per month. This is about 24% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Metuchen, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Metuchen, NJ was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $2,460 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Metuchen, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Metuchen, NJ 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 Metuchen, NJ?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Metuchen, NJ is $2,295 per month. That is about $80 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Metuchen, NJ?
    There are 38 available rental listings in Metuchen, NJ.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Metuchen, NJ?
    Some neighborhoods in Metuchen, NJ include: Southeast Quadrant, Radio Section.
  • What are some zip codes in Metuchen, NJ?
    Metuchen, NJ includes zip codes such as: 08840.
  • What are some cities near Metuchen, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: Edison, Fords, Iselin, Keasbey, South Plainfield. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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