Clayton, NJ rental market

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Last updated September 28, 2025

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Clayton, NJ is $1,850.

Average rent

$1,850

Month-over-month change

-$350

Year-over-year change

-$250

Available rentals

2

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,850 to $2,200.

Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$1,8001
$2,1001
$2,200+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $250 compared to the previous year.

Average rent price over time
Last year (2024)This year (2025)
Feb$1,650$1,800
Apr$2,600$2,200
May$2,600$2,200
Jun$2,580$2,200
Jul$2,255$1,850
Aug$2,000$2,200
Sep$2,000$1,850
Oct$2,100$2,200
Nov$2,000$2,200
Dec$1,800No data

Market temperature

The Clayton, NJ rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

warm

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in Clayton, NJ is 10% lower than the national average.

Clayton, NJvs.

$1,850

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in Clayton, NJ?

The average rent in Clayton, NJ is $1,850.

2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Clayton, NJ?

Houses in Clayton, NJ rent between $1,850 - $2,200 with an average rent of $1,850.

3. How has the rent in Clayton, NJ changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in Clayton, NJ decreased by $250

4. How much has the rent in Clayton, NJ increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in Clayton, NJ decreased by $350

5. How many available rentals are there in Clayton, NJ?

There are currently 2 rentals available in Clayton, NJ.

6. How do rent prices in Clayton, NJ compare with the national average?

The average rent in Clayton, NJ is $1,850 — 9.76% lower the national average of $2,050.

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