Cape May, NJ rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Cape May, NJ is $2,300.
$2,300
-$100
-$150
2
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $2,300 to $3,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $2,200 | 1 |
| $2,300 | 1 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $3,500+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $150 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jun | $2,395 | $1,850 |
| Jul | $3,000 | $1,950 |
| Aug | $2,450 | $2,200 |
| Sep | $2,450 | $2,150 |
| Oct | $2,320 | $1,500 |
| Nov | $1,965 | $3,000 |
| Dec | $3,371 | $2,400 |
Market temperature
The Cape May, NJ rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Cape May, NJ is 10% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Cape May, NJ?
The average rent in Cape May, NJ is $2,300.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Cape May, NJ?
Houses in Cape May, NJ rent between $2,300 - $3,500 with an average rent of $2,300.
3. How has the rent in Cape May, NJ changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Cape May, NJ decreased by $150
4. How much has the rent in Cape May, NJ increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Cape May, NJ decreased by $100
5. How many available rentals are there in Cape May, NJ?
There are currently 2 rentals available in Cape May, NJ.
6. How do rent prices in Cape May, NJ compare with the national average?
The average rent in Cape May, NJ is $2,300 — 9.52% higher the national average of $2,100.