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Vernon, NJ

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Unwind in a natural paradise on the cusp of NYC

Suburban Rural Scenic Mountain Views Active Outdoorsy Picturesque Lush Commuter Convenient

Nestled in the northeast corner of Sussex County, bordering New York state, Vernon is a year-round haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Vernon contains federal and state parks, including the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge and Wawayanda State Park, in addition to numerous lakes and trails.

Vernon also boasts a 20-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail. Some of the popular outdoor activities in Vernon are skiing, snowboarding, horseback riding, hiking, golfing, mountain biking, kayaking, camping, and picnicking. Vernon is home to seven championship golf courses, making it a destination for golfers worldwide.

Several resorts in town provide relaxing retreats for Vernon residents and visitors alike. A number of nearby farms, apple orchards, and wineries instill a peaceful, rural atmosphere near Vernon as well. With New York City just an hour’s drive away, Vernon offers residents simple commutes and quick access to a host of modern amenities.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Vernon, NJ is $1,164 for one bedroom, and $1,167 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Vernon has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,164/month
785 Sq Ft
House
$3,016/month
509 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,600/month
500 Sq Ft
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Transportation

28

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

16

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Hidden Valley
  • Mountain Creek
  • Heaven Hill Farms
  • Wawayanda State Park
  • Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge

Airports

  • New York Stewart International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.