How much does it cost to rent in Belleville, NJ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Belleville, NJ is $2,277. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Belleville cheaper than other New Jersey cities?

Belleville is among the more affordable cities in New Jersey, ranking #137 out of 180 cities at $2,277/mo.

When was Belleville rent data last updated?

Belleville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Belleville

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·137th most expensive in New Jersey·Rental market data updated monthly for Belleville, NJ

Median rent (all units)

$2,277/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.5%

Month-over-Month

+2.3%

vs US Median

+$312

Rising (Monthly)

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Belleville · $2,277

More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Belleville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,277/mo

Expected by trend

$2,415/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Belleville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,590

1 BR

$1,810

2 BR

$2,190

3 BR

$2,760

4 BR+

$3,140

Research median

$2,190/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$27,324/yr

At $2,277/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, +2.3% MoM), not inventory.

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2021 vs 2026

How Belleville, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,555 → $2,277

up 46.4%

Compared with 2021, rent in Belleville, NJ has increased by $722 per month, settling near $2,277 after starting the period at $1,555. Taken together, the five-year picture in Belleville, NJ reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Belleville on your salary?

At $2,277/mo, how Belleville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $105,818/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $75,130/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $86,542/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $154,683/yr · Rent = 17.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $197,646/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $70,347/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $63,515/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $78,288/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Belleville rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Belleville. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Belleville, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Belleville is $2,277/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,190/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,760/mo.

At 38% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Belleville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Belleville an affordable city for renters?

Belleville is considered moderate for renters. At $2,277/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Belleville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Belleville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,277/mo in Belleville.

Is rent going up or down in Belleville?

Rent in Belleville has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Belleville rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Belleville is one of the more affordable cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #137 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,277/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Belleville?

Nutley is nearby and more affordable at $2,183/mo, which is $94 less than Belleville.

How does Belleville rent compare to the national average?

Belleville's median rent of $2,277/mo is $312 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #137 out of 180 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $2,277/mo, rent takes ~38% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Belleville 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.4–10.75%

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