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Lawrence Township

·79th most expensive in New Jersey·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,691/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.8%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
+$726
Rising (Monthly)
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Lawrence Township · $2,691
More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
59/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Lawrence Township's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,691/mo
Expected by trend
$2,813/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Lawrence Township's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,780
1 BR
$2,060
2 BR
$2,600
3 BR
$3,130
4 BR+
$3,520
Research median
$2,600/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
$32,292/yr
At $2,691/mo median
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Rents are climbing (2.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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2022 vs 2026

How Lawrence Township, NJ has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,430 → $2,691
up 10.7%

Rent in Lawrence Township, NJ has climbed 10.7% since 2022, going from about $2,430 per month to roughly $2,691 today. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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By apartment size

Lawrence Township rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Lawrence Township, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lawrence Township is $2,691/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,600/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,060/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,130/mo.

At 45% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Lawrence Township ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lawrence Township an affordable city for renters?

Lawrence Township is considered stretched for renters. At $2,691/mo, rent takes approximately 45% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lawrence Township significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Lawrence Township?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,691/mo in Lawrence Township.

Is rent going up or down in Lawrence Township?

Rent in Lawrence Township has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lawrence Township rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

Lawrence Township is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #79 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,691/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lawrence Township?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lawrence Township ($2,691/mo): Morrisville ($1,678/mo), Trenton ($2,139/mo), Ewing ($2,142/mo).

How does Lawrence Township rent compare to the national average?

Lawrence Township's median rent of $2,691/mo is $726 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #79 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
45%
STRETCHED

At $2,691/mo, rent takes ~45% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lawrence Township 45%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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