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What Locals Say about Summit

Review Highlights

Summit, NJ: lively, family-friendly suburb with top schools, walkable downtown, and express NYC commute. People love the safety, parks, festivals, walkable downtown, and quick train to NYC. Costs are high; few off-leash dog areas and occasional transit hassles.
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  • Sfeoli34
    "There are alot of couples with young children so its nice if you have a family or starting one. Its a dog friendly neighborhood and we do block parties etc.. Yet its pretty quiet. Park near bye. "
  • Elliotwilbur
    "Great place to raise a family. Public school system is excellent. Numerous commuting options to Manhattan. "
  • maria08827
    "It’s very nice, clean and safe . Everyone is nice and friendly! It has a beautiful safe park across the street which is very clean and active. Also close to everything!"
  • Anita
    "Summit is a charming town where practical meets comfort. The community is friendly and diverse. Lots of families, singles and dogs. "
  • Davidthompsonjr
    "Easy ride to train station and best commuter line in nj. Penn station is crappy but if you can do ferry from hoboken it’s nice."
  • Pololas2019
    "the people walk the dogs and is a really nice neighborhood to live i recommended to buy a house in this area "
  • Unspecified
    "People take pride in their homes. Family friendly. Very safe. Lived here for 2 years, so happy with the community. "
  • Davidthompsonjr
    "Nice town, ppl, and amenities. Great schools and good place to raise your kids. Express trains to the city, makes a difference relative to other areas in nj. "
  • Davidthompsonjr
    "Great town to raise a family. Close to best nj commute. Good restaurants in town. Good access to highways. "
  • Marcelo N.
    "I love summit best city to live in, respectful people, clean , no crime , no racism or classism . Just a wonderful city"
  • Mary T. Z.
    "Street Fairs are very nice in this town. The farmers market is great too! Events at the playhouse are wonderful."
  • Randall.lauren
    "This is a very family friendly neighborhood. The restaurants, coffee shops, parks and other amenities are all well suited to families. "
  • Samantha Q.
    "We have festivals, block parties, concerts and movie nights in the park. Our neighbors are always outside going for walks, our kids always find other kids to play with!"
  • Slong0717
    "Bike parades, kids events. Amazing downtown area. Lots of activities for kids. Easy to commute to NYC. "
  • Scott H.
    "There are a lot of dogs around and most are friendly. I wish there was a space for them to run off lead. "
  • Rehav
    "less than 10 mins walk to train that goes right to nyc. 3 min drive to get onto Routes 24 and 78. Cant be beat!!"
  • EF
    "Lots of friendly dogs and owners to walk with. Park nearby. Quiet streets. Fun dog store in downtown summit. "
  • Melissa C.
    "what dog owners like about his neighborhood would be that the doggies would meet other doggies and get along quite nicely and the backyards very spacious "
  • Thayesmail
    "Great family neighborhood. Great schools. Great recreation program. Convenient commute to NYC & Airport. "
  • layton m.
    "Great, direct line into New York City makes it a quick, convenient and easy commute. I think it’s the best commute into nyc in New Jersey"
  • Jhuneke
    "We are in a surprisingly quiet block, despite being on a major thoroughfare, and close to downtown, train station. "
  • Laura
    "It’s safe, clean and easy commute to the city, mountains or beach. Very centrally locates. Love it here. Just wish it wasn’t so expensive in this area!!"
  • Samantha H.
    "Kind people who are always willing to help each other. Access to fields, train, and walking to downtown. Kids all walk to school. "

Average Rent Trends in Summit, NJ

Rent in Summit, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Nov 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Oct 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Dec 2025$3,250
Jan 2026$3,500
Feb 2026$3,400
Mar 2026$3,015
Apr 2026$2,860
May 2026$3,000
Jun 2026$2,900
Jul 2026$2,805
Aug 2026$3,092
Sep 2026$2,900
Oct 2026$2,950
Nov 2026$3,000
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In November 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$2,600$3,000$4,390$3,700$3,000
Townhomes$3,200$3,650$6,300—$3,650
Apartments and Condos$2,750$2,800$3,975$3,700$2,800
Houses—$2,850$3,900$7,500$4,500

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Summit, NJ

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Summit, NJ?
    The average rent of an apartment in Summit, NJ is $2,700 per month. This is about 40% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Summit, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Summit, NJ was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $3,070 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Summit, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Summit, NJ was highest in Oct 2025 when it was $3,400 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Summit, NJ?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Summit, NJ is $2,600 per month. That is about $850 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Summit, NJ?
    There are 49 available rental listings in Summit, NJ.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Summit, NJ?
    Some neighborhoods in Summit, NJ include: Tremont Park, Woodland Park.
  • What are some zip codes in Summit, NJ?
    Summit, NJ includes zip codes such as: 07901, 07902.
  • What are some cities near Summit, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: New Providence, Springfield, Mountainside, Chatham, Short Hills. These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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