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West Orange

·94th most expensive in New Jersey·West Orange rents have dropped 6.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,625/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.0%
Month-over-Month
-2.5%
vs US Median
+$660
Falling (Monthly)
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West Orange · $2,625
More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
78/100
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Rents are 14% below what West Orange's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,625/mo
Expected by trend
$3,047/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,830
1 BR
$2,080
2 BR
$2,520
3 BR
$3,170
4 BR+
$3,610
Research median
$2,520/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$31,500/yr
At $2,625/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 6.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.0% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.
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2022 vs 2026

How West Orange, NJ has changed in 5 years

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$2,360 → $2,625
up 11.2%

The median rent in West Orange, NJ stood at $2,360 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,625, reflecting a 11.2% increase over the period. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the West Orange, NJ market of 2022.

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West Orange rent by bedroom count

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About renting in West Orange, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Orange is $2,625/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,830/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,080/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,170/mo.

At 44% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), West Orange ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Orange an affordable city for renters?

West Orange is considered stretched for renters. At $2,625/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Orange significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in West Orange?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,625/mo in West Orange.

Is rent going up or down in West Orange?

Rent in West Orange has decreased 6.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does West Orange rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

West Orange is middle-of-the-pack for New Jersey for rent, ranking #94 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,625/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Orange?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Orange ($2,625/mo): Orange ($1,912/mo), Caldwell ($2,499/mo).

How does West Orange rent compare to the national average?

West Orange's median rent of $2,625/mo is $660 (34%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #94 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $2,625/mo, rent takes ~44% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Orange 44%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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