Apartments For Rent in Princeton, NJ
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2-3 BathsBarclay Square at Princeton Forrestal | 1900 Barclay Blvd #1806,
Princeton, NJ 08540
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,200 - $3,250/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsPrinceton Gardens | 300 Blue Spring Rd #f7bf4c126,
Princeton, NJ 08540
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,330 - $3,472/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Mews at Princeton Junction | 900 Wessex Pl #13-117,
Princeton, NJ 08540
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,443 - $3,395/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsParc at Princeton Junction | 3000 Goldfinch Blvd #4206,
Princeton, NJ 08540
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,665 - $3,980/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsAvalon Princeton on Harrison | 275 N Harrison St #NJ035AM14,
Princeton, NJ 08540
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,979 - $2,334/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsKingston Terrace | 607C Kingston Terrace Dr #201A,
Princeton, NJ 08540
NEW - 1 DAY AGOPET FRIENDLY$3,135 - $3,720/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsWoodmont Way - West Windsor | 100 Woodstone Cir #3207,
Princeton, NJ 08540
NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,598 - $5,405/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsAvalon Princeton | 100 Albert Way #b4bc00247,
Princeton, NJ 08540
PET FRIENDLY$2,925 - $4,245/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAvalon Princeton Circle | 100 Thanet Cir #NJ044A4D,
Princeton, NJ 08540
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYContact for priceStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsNassau Arms Apartments | 213 Ewing St #4171755,
Princeton, NJ 08540
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What Locals Say about Princeton
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Princeton pulses with top schools, leafy streets, lively downtown, and easy East Coast access. People love the elite schools, safe walkability, parks, restaurants, and university events. They gripe about high housing costs, scarce station parking, spotty transit, and some traffic.
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Types of apartment in Princeton, NJ
Princeton, NJ apartments near downtown and around Palmer Square often sit in older brick or clapboard buildings with narrow fronts, porches, and trimmed windows. Some are carved out of large colonial or Victorian houses, so layouts can feel less uniform than newer apartments. You can also find small apartment buildings and mixed-use spaces near Nassau Street. Inside, many units keep wood floors, built-in shelves, and smaller kitchens, while updated ones may add in-unit laundry and central air.North Princeton and the Princeton Shopping Center area have more garden-style apartments and townhouse-style rentals with parking lots, brick facades, and simpler exteriors. Out by Route 1 and near Princeton Junction, apartments often look newer, with larger footprints, siding or stucco, and more standard floor plans. In the western side near Princeton Battlefield and in the Riverside area, houses for rent can include detached colonials and split-level homes with yards and driveways. Older apartments can have more charm and less storage, while newer ones often trade character for easier layouts and amenities.
Getting around Princeton, NJ
Princeton has NJ Transit rail service through Princeton Junction, plus the Dinky, the short train that links campus and downtown to the main line. NJ Transit bus service and local shuttles cover parts of town, but service can thin out away from Nassau Street and Route 1. Driving is straightforward on Route 1 and local roads, though downtown parking can be limited. Walking works well near Palmer Square, Riverside, and campus. Biking can work on local streets and trails, but road conditions vary.Living in Princeton, NJ
Princeton is known for Princeton University, McCarter Theatre Center, Palmer Square shops, and the Princeton University Art Museum area. Many renters spend time on Nassau Street, at Princeton Public Library, and on paths near Lake Carnegie and Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. Local work often connects to higher education, research, healthcare, and office jobs along Route 1. Where you rent can shape how close you are to trains, offices, and the main shopping streets.Average Rent Trends in Princeton, NJ
Rent in Princeton, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $3,550 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,512 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,400 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,400 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,475 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,700 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,595 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,595 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,375 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,421 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,460 |
| May 2026 | $3,200 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
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| All home types | $2,402 | $2,933 | $4,000 | $5,500 | $3,336 |
| Townhomes | $3,000 | $3,600 | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,850 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,300 | $2,600 | $3,850 | $3,500 | $2,645 |
| Houses | $900 | $3,050 | $4,950 | $5,500 | $3,700 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Princeton, NJ
- What is the average rent in Princeton, NJ?The average rent in Princeton, NJ is $3,336. Rent prices range from $653 to as much as $19,500, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Princeton, NJ compare to the national average?Average rent in Princeton, NJ is about 75% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in Princeton compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Princeton, NJ, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Princeton, NJ is $2,400 for a studio, $2,402 for a 1 bedroom, $2,933 for a 2 bedroom, $4,000 for a 3 bedroom, and $5,500 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Princeton, NJ changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Princeton, NJ has decreased by $164. That means the average rent is 5% lower than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Princeton, NJ?There are 129 available rental listings in Princeton, NJ.
- What colleges and universities are in Princeton, NJ?Colleges and universities in Princeton, NJ include: Princeton University.
- What are some neighborhoods in Princeton, NJ?Some neighborhoods in Princeton, NJ include: Princeton North.
- What are some zip codes in Princeton, NJ?
- What are some cities near Princeton, NJ?Some nearby cities include: Rocky Hill, Kingston, Skillman, Plainsboro, Belle Mead. These cities may have more rental options to explore.