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Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth NJ - 643 Rentals

Elizabeth, NJ Apartments for Rent

Renting an apartment in Elizabeth, NJ puts you just minutes away from one of the world’s largest travel hubs and largest cities. Renting in Elizabeth offers apartment options throughout its neighborhoods. Elmora and Peterstown areas are near shops, restaurants, and public transportation. Downtown Elizabeth includes apartments near cultural venues and the train station. The Elizabethport area features apartments with waterfront views and recreational spaces.​

Traveling from Elizabeth is a snap. NJ Transit trains run from Elizabeth Station to New York Penn Station approximately every 30 minutes, with a 32-minute travel time. NJ Transit buses connect Elizabeth to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, with trips averaging 52 minutes. Newark Liberty International Airport is 4 miles from Elizabeth, accessible via Routes 1&9 or public transit.​

Elizabeth features several green spaces, including Warinanco Park and Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park. The city includes shopping at The Mills at Jersey Gardens and local markets. Restaurants throughout Elizabeth serve various cuisines, with notable concentrations of Colombian and Portuguese establishments along Morris Avenue and in the Peterstown section.


Elizabeth, NJ Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Elizabeth, NJ?

The average rent in Elizabeth is $1,562. When you rent an apartment in Elizabeth, you can expect to pay as little as $1,372 or as much as $2,039, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Elizabeth, NJ?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,372 per month.

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

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,558 per month.

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

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,936 per month.

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

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ is $2,039 per month.

Education

What colleges and universities are in Elizabeth, NJ?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Elizabeth, you’ll have access to Union County Coll., Elizabeth, Kean University, and Essex County College.

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