South Orange, NJ rental market
What is the average rent in South Orange, NJ?
Last updated October 31, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in South Orange, NJ is $2,948.
$2,948
-$242
+$223
35
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,100 to $5,750.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,000 | 1 |
| $1,100 | 1 |
| $1,900 | 3 |
| $2,000 | 2 |
| $2,100 | 3 |
| $2,200 | 3 |
| $2,300 | 1 |
| $2,400 | 3 |
| $2,500 | 2 |
| $2,600 | 2 |
| $2,700 | 3 |
| $2,900 | 4 |
| $3,100 | 2 |
| $3,200 | 2 |
| $3,300 | 1 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $3,500 | 3 |
| $4,400 | 2 |
| $4,500 | 2 |
| $4,700 | 1 |
| $4,800 | 2 |
| $5,000+ | 2 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $223 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 | $3,500 |
| Oct | $2,910 | $3,200 |
| 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 47% 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 $2,948.
2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in South Orange, NJ?
The average rent for a studio apartment in South Orange, NJ is $1,919 per month.
3. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ?
The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ is $2,295 per month.
4. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ?
The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ is $3,200 per month.
5. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ?
The average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ is $2,950 per month.
6. What is the average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ?
The average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in South Orange, NJ is $4,625 per month.
7. How much does it cost to rent a house in South Orange, NJ?
Houses in South Orange, NJ rent between $1,100 - $5,750 with an average rent of $2,948.
8. 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 $223
9. 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 decreased by $242
10. How many available rentals are there in South Orange, NJ?
There are currently 35 rentals available in South Orange, NJ.
11. How do rent prices in South Orange, NJ compare with the national average?
The average rent in South Orange, NJ is $2,948 — 47.4% higher the national average of $2,000.