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Rockaway, NJ Apartments for Rent

Rockaway is a small suburban borough located thirty miles west of Manhattan along Interstate 80. Picatinny Arsenal sits just north of town, making Rockaway a popular home for military personnel and civilian military employees. A small Downtown district at the corner of Main and Wall Street features a quaint assortment of local businesses in vintage storefronts, while a larger selection of shops and restaurants can be found along Route 46 on the south side of town. Local favorites like The Exchange and Potbelly’s Riverside Café are also scattered throughout the landscape, allowing many residents to walk to their favorite hangouts.

The Rockaway River is lined with parks as it passes through the middle of town, creating an environment perfect for spending a relaxing afternoon amid the region’s lush greenery. The massive Rockaway Town Square shopping center sits just minutes to the west, serving as the area’s hub of shopping, dining, and entertainment.


Rockaway, NJ Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Rockaway, NJ?

The average rent in Rockaway is $2,189. When you rent an apartment in Rockaway, you can expect to pay as little as $2,189 or as much as $2,551, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Rockaway, NJ?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Rockaway, NJ is $2,189 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Rockaway, NJ?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Rockaway, NJ is $2,473 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Rockaway, NJ?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Rockaway, NJ is $2,551 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Rockaway, NJ?

Transit options in Rockaway vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 0.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Rockaway, NJ?

In Rockaway, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Stony Brook Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, and Katherine D. Malone Elementary School.

What are the top middle schools in Rockaway, NJ?

Rockaway is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Copeland Middle School, and Park Lake School.

What are the top high schools in Rockaway, NJ?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Rockaway apartments near top-ranking high schools like Morris Hills High School and Park Lake School.

What colleges and universities are in Rockaway, NJ?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Rockaway, you’ll have access to County College of Morris, College of Saint Elizabeth, and Fairleigh Dickinson, Florham.

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