Watchung, NJ rental market
Last updated September 25, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Watchung, NJ is $2,300.
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Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,100 to $5,800.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,000 | 1 |
| $1,100 | 1 |
| $1,800 | 2 |
| $2,200 | 2 |
| $2,300 | 2 |
| $2,900 | 1 |
| $3,000 | 1 |
| $5,000+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $2,300 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $4,875 | $2,450 |
| Feb | $2,900 | $2,850 |
| Mar | $4,500 | $2,750 |
| Apr | $4,500 | $2,750 |
| May | $4,500 | $3,250 |
| Jun | $3,950 | $3,900 |
| Jul | $3,700 | $3,600 |
| Aug | $3,900 | $2,000 |
| Nov | $4,300 | $2,550 |
| Dec | $3,900 | No data |
Market temperature
The Watchung, NJ rental market temperature is HOT. 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 Watchung, NJ is 12% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Watchung, NJ?
The average rent in Watchung, NJ is $2,300.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Watchung, NJ?
Houses in Watchung, NJ rent between $1,100 - $5,800 with an average rent of $2,300.
3. How has the rent in Watchung, NJ changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Watchung, NJ increased by $2,300
4. How much has the rent in Watchung, NJ increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Watchung, NJ did not change.
5. How many available rentals are there in Watchung, NJ?
There are currently 7 rentals available in Watchung, NJ.
6. How do rent prices in Watchung, NJ compare with the national average?
The average rent in Watchung, NJ is $2,300 — 12.2% higher the national average of $2,050.