South Orange, NJ rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in South Orange, NJ is $3,409.
$3,409
+$109
+$505
38
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,595 to $6,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,500 | 1 |
| $1,700 | 2 |
| $1,900 | 3 |
| $2,000 | 4 |
| $2,100 | 1 |
| $2,300 | 1 |
| $2,400 | 1 |
| $2,500 | 1 |
| $2,600 | 2 |
| $2,700 | 3 |
| $2,800 | 1 |
| $2,900 | 2 |
| $3,000 | 1 |
| $3,100 | 2 |
| $3,200 | 2 |
| $3,400 | 2 |
| $3,500 | 2 |
| $3,600 | 1 |
| $3,700 | 1 |
| $3,900 | 1 |
| $4,000 | 1 |
| $4,400 | 2 |
| $4,500 | 2 |
| $4,800 | 1 |
| $4,900 | 1 |
| $5,000+ | 9 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $505 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $3,229 | $2,995 |
| Feb | $2,977 | $3,190 |
| Mar | $2,950 | $3,400 |
| Apr | $2,900 | $3,400 |
| May | $2,750 | $3,699 |
| Jun | $3,116 | $3,400 |
| Jul | $3,053 | $3,300 |
| Aug | $2,995 | $3,359 |
| Sep | $2,900 | No data |
| Oct | $2,910 | No data |
| Nov | $2,725 | No data |
| Dec | $2,750 | No data |
Market temperature
The South Orange, 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.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in South Orange, NJ is 62% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in South Orange, NJ?
The average rent in South Orange, NJ is $3,409.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in South Orange, NJ?
Houses in South Orange, NJ rent between $1,595 - $6,500 with an average rent of $3,409.
3. How has the rent in South Orange, NJ changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in South Orange, NJ increased by $505
4. How much has the rent in South Orange, NJ increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in South Orange, NJ increased by $109
5. How many available rentals are there in South Orange, NJ?
There are currently 38 rentals available in South Orange, NJ.
6. How do rent prices in South Orange, NJ compare with the national average?
The average rent in South Orange, NJ is $3,409 — 62.33% higher the national average of $2,100.