Average Rent in Elmwood Park, NJ
What is the average rent in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The average listed apartment rent in Elmwood Park, NJ is $2,417 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 52 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 52 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Elmwood Park, NJAvg Rent
$2,417/mo
median $2,298
market average
Cheapest
$1,990/mo
Elmwood Village Apartment Homes
Properties
1
tracked daily
Units
52
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 1 properties in Elmwood Park, NJ.
Average Rent by Property
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Price per Square Foot
Elmwood Park, NJ Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmwood Village Apartment Homes 24 Mola Blvd, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407, USA | $1,990 | $2,417 | $3.18/ft² | 3.4 (269) | 52 |
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Elmwood Park, NJ neighborhoods
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Elmwood Park, NJ Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Elmwood Park, NJ is $2,417 per month, based on 52 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,990 at Elmwood Village Apartment Homes to $3,595 at Elmwood Village Apartment Homes.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,204/mo | $1,990/mo | 12 |
| 2 Bed | $2,334/mo | $2,140/mo | 35 |
| 3 Bed | $3,505/mo | $3,385/mo | 5 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Elmwood Park, NJ, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Elmwood Park, NJ averages $2,204/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,334/mo. At the local median household income of $100,852, that works out to 29% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Elmwood Park, NJ at $2,025/mo. The current tracked market average runs 19% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Elmwood Park, NJ while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Elmwood Park, NJ?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$97,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,417/mo.
Comfortable income
$116,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,990/mo), you need to earn at least $80,000/year.
Median household income in Elmwood Park, NJ is $100,852 , about 13% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Elmwood Park, NJ
Overall prices in Elmwood Park, NJ runs above the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Elmwood Park, NJ's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,417 |
| Utilities | $644 |
| Groceries | $585 |
| Transportation | $1,534 |
| Healthcare | $748 |
| Other goods and services | $1,197 |
| Estimated total | $7,125/mo |
Population
21,287
Median household income
$100,852
Census median rent
$2,025/mo
Census rent burden
30.3%
Median age
39.9
Mean commute
27 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New Jersey
How Elmwood Park, NJ rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Elmwood Park, NJ | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison, NJ | $2,151 | -11% | -4.3% | 15 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | $2,377 | -2% | -3.3% | 13 |
| Bayonne, NJ | $2,957 | +22% | +0.4% | 10 |
| Hoboken, NJ | $4,802 | +99% | -2.1% | 10 |
| Jersey City, NJ | $4,166 | +72% | -0.7% | 9 |
| Newark, NJ | $15,016 | +521% | +74.8% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The average listed apartment rent in Elmwood Park, NJ is $2,417 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 52 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The median asking rent in Elmwood Park, NJ is $2,298 per month, computed from 52 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,417/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The lowest available rent in Elmwood Park, NJ starts at $1,990 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Elmwood Park, NJ?
1-bedroom apartments in Elmwood Park, NJ average $2,204/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,990/mo across 12 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Elmwood Park, NJ?
2-bedroom apartments in Elmwood Park, NJ average $2,334/mo. Units start from $2,140/mo across 35 units currently listed.
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