Average Rent in New Brunswick, NJ
6 apartment buildings, 68 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$899/mo
The Standard at New Brunswick
Properties
6
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Units
68
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 6 properties in New Brunswick, NJ.
Average rent trend, last month
All bedroom types, citywide. Choose a window above to scope the view.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
New Brunswick, NJ Rent Prices
All 6 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Standard at New Brunswick
90 New St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
New Brunswick Apartments
33 Paul Robeson Blvd, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
The Brunswick Apartments
100 Hiram Square, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
The Edge at Raritan Heights, New Brunswick NJ
11 US-1, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Premiere Residences
7 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
The Quincy
120 Neilson St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Standard at New Brunswick 90 New St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $899 | $1,284 | -- | 3.3 (424) | 27 |
| 2 | New Brunswick Apartments 33 Paul Robeson Blvd, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,573 | $1,805 | $2.04 | 3.6 (37) | 4 |
| 3 | The Brunswick Apartments 100 Hiram Square, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $2,149 | $2,550 | $3.44 | 3.1 (76) | 15 |
| 4 | The Edge at Raritan Heights, New Brunswick NJ 11 US-1, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $2,479 | $3,229 | $2.74 | 4 (208) | 13 |
| 5 | Premiere Residences 7 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $2,873 as of Aug 11 | $2,873 | -- | 4.1 (52) | 1 |
| 6 | The Quincy 120 Neilson St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $3,028 | $3,178 | $3.97 | 4 (216) | 9 |
Rent & Price History by Building
The Standard at New Brunswick
3.3 (424)90 New St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
New Brunswick Apartments
3.6 (37)33 Paul Robeson Blvd, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
The Brunswick Apartments
3.1 (76)100 Hiram Square, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
The Edge at Raritan Heights, New Brunswick NJ
4 (208)11 US-1, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Premiere Residences
4.1 (52)7 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
The Quincy
4 (216)120 Neilson St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
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New Brunswick, NJ neighborhoods
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New Brunswick, NJ Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,217 per month, based on 68 units across 6 apartment communities. Prices range from $899 at The Standard at New Brunswick to $3,998 at The Edge at Raritan Heights, New Brunswick NJ.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,532/mo | $999/mo | 26 |
| 2 Bed | $2,661/mo | $899/mo | 23 |
| 3 Bed | $1,213/mo | $899/mo | 5 |
| 4 Bed | $1,259/mo | $1,149/mo | 14 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in New Brunswick, 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
$89,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,217/mo.
Comfortable income
$106,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($899/mo), you need to earn at least $36,000/year.
Cost of living in New Brunswick, NJ
We only have live rent data for New Brunswick, NJ so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,217 |
| Estimated total | $2,217/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
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
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
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 are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in New Jersey
How New Brunswick, NJ rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs New Brunswick, NJ | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison, NJ | $2,418 | +9% | -34.5% | 14 |
| Jersey City, NJ | $4,528 | +104% | +8.7% | 9 |
| Hoboken, NJ | $4,757 | +115% | -0.7% | 8 |
| Clifton, NJ | $2,520 | +14% | +27.6% | 5 |
| Elizabeth, NJ | $2,362 | +7% | -5.3% | 5 |
| Passaic, NJ | $3,109 | +40% | -20.7% | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in New Brunswick, NJ?
The average rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,217 per month, based on 68 units across 6 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in New Brunswick, NJ?
The median asking rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,312 per month, computed from 68 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,217/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in New Brunswick, NJ?
The lowest available rent in New Brunswick, NJ starts at $899 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in New Brunswick, NJ?
1-bedroom apartments in New Brunswick, NJ average $2,532/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $999/mo across 26 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in New Brunswick, NJ?
2-bedroom apartments in New Brunswick, NJ average $2,661/mo. Units start from $899/mo across 23 units currently listed.
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