Apartments For Rent in East Rutherford, NJ

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Apartments For Rent Near East Rutherford, NJ

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What Locals Say about East Rutherford

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East Rutherford buzzes with easy NYC commutes, small-town calm, parks, and walkable comforts. People like fast bus/train to NYC, safe, walkable, dog-friendly parks, family events. They dislike spotty nightlife, some speeding, high rent near transit, mixed friendliness.
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  • Nathalie Pena
    "Cool. Couple slow drivers and pretty close bus stops. Train is not annoying usually passes quick less than 10 minutes. "
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  • Tenzidakpa
    "They will like the small parks, they will like the fact that the dog park is not too far Also. This place is a dog friendly place. "
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  • Selwin Melo
    "Great neighborhood for a family, everything is within short driving distance with plenty of public transportation"
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  • Hv8yhqwrbr
    "It’s quiet and family oriented I also enjoy the fact that there are many helpful resources. I also enjoy the school system. "
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  • Voytech Sudol
    "This is a terrible place with very sketchy streets despite first appearances. Would never want to live here with kids."
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  • Manny G.
    "East Rutherford is a family friendly city with easy access to all major highways, various transit options (buses and train) to NYC’s Port Authority in about 30 minutes. "
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  • Mikesaffert
    "The town is extremely walkable and it’s easy to spend hours walking up and down blocks while your dog enjoys all the smells. There are also dog parks nearby in Wallington and Lyndhurst. "
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  • Sanyasi R. G.
    "East Rutherford has great commute options with very good frequency to NYC and other nearby places. Highly recommended this place to friends"
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  • Mikesaffert
    "My commute is relatively easy with multiple highways I can take to Edgewater. If I worked in the city it would also be easy with multiple bus options and the train. "
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  • Mplescia
    "We have a great recreation program for kids from 4 years old through high school. We have summer concerts. We have many restaurants each catering to a different taste."
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  • Npd024
    "Everyone cleans after their pets. I have not seen any dogs dropping at all anywhere. I have not had any issues in this community. "
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  • Mikesaffert
    "The town is great for kids and there are many families on every block. Many blocks though are subject to drivers with no regard for sensible neighborhood speed limits or stop signs. "
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  • Thomas R. M.
    "NYC 20 Min Train or Bus East Rutherford is a small town like Greek town Texas very low yeah people take care of their property we have no gang problems and good schools"
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  • Mdaruwala
    "There are several Parades throughout the year, along with fairs, festivals, fireworks another local events "
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  • Taniacapobianco
    "It’s got a great city feel..........................................................................."
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  • Nipplicous F.
    "Hate it and people aren’t friendly.. it’s obviously hood rats and weird people who feed birds and squirrels and it’s noisy because of the birds.. people threw dog poop at my door.. legitimately"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to live in,great places to eat,very secure.Great schools and parks,nice people,nice stores."
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  • Erickannexis
    "None that I can see or been aware off. This neighborhood lacks a sense of community and entertainment. Not to mention the abundance of really strange businesses. "
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  • Justin B.
    "Not very unique. Italian restaurants and Chinese restaurants. Rent is high near bus routes. Traffic isn’t too bad in town. Train station is in walking distance. "
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  • Nicole C.
    "Very easy access to most things you’d want in a prime location, with Newark and NYC right nearby with easy public transit, & hikes and/or nature parks also quick drives away"
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  • Preethi.g2009
    "Dog friendly neighborhood ,there are parks nearby which are dog friendly and plenty of greenery around "
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  • Kramirez347
    "Very tranquil, small town so schools pay a lot of attention to individual kids, and for the most part they neighborhood has outstanding residents"
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  • Kiribaby
    "Very mixed town, some neighborhoods are great! It depends on where in the town you are. It’s close to everything, very conveniently located."
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  • Susan C.
    "There are street fairs, concerts, and other public events. In the fall-some main streets may be closed for these events-but they are well publicized in advance. "
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  • Eric Z.
    "The town is safe and has a diverse group of nice people. There are restaurants/bars and is very close to a train station with quick access to NYC/Hoboken. "
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  • Mdaruwala
    "Cheap taxes and multiple NYC commuter options at doorstep. Central location as far highways make it super convenient. Shopping is easy too with a Trader Joe’s, 2 Costco’s and Shop Rite all within n mins"
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  • Daniel A.
    "I’ve lived here for over a decade and feel that most people are friendly. I love the fact that most major highways are within minutes away plus NYC is extremely close and easily accessible. "
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  • Anthony D.
    "I e lived in the neighborhood for 8 years. I work in Manhattan, which is a 25 minute bus or train ride. Also, extremely close to NJ TPK, HS PKWY & 20 mins to Newark Int’l & 15 mins to Teterboro Airports. "
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  • Eric Z.
    "Lot stuff within walking distance, its very diverse, its very safe, and there are plenty of friendly people with dogs "
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Average Rent Trends in East Rutherford, NJ

Rent in East Rutherford, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$2,500
Aug 2025$2,699
Sep 2025$2,800
Oct 2025$2,650
Nov 2025$2,720
Dec 2025$2,600
Jan 2026$2,700
Feb 2026$2,500
Mar 2026$2,600
Apr 2026$2,500
May 2026$2,600
Jun 2026$2,500
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,318$2,556$2,911$2,900$2,800
Townhomes—$3,000——$3,000
Apartments and Condos$2,318$2,500$2,911$2,900$2,556
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in East Rutherford, NJ

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in East Rutherford, NJ?
    The average rent of an apartment in East Rutherford, NJ is $2,686 per month. This is about 38% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in East Rutherford, NJ?
    The average rent of a townhome in East Rutherford, NJ is $3,000 per month. This is about 54% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in East Rutherford, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in East Rutherford, NJ was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $2,400 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in East Rutherford, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in East Rutherford, NJ was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,800 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in East Rutherford, NJ?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in East Rutherford, NJ is $2,318 per month. That is about $668 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in East Rutherford, NJ?
    There are 31 available rental listings in East Rutherford, NJ.
  • What are some zip codes in East Rutherford, NJ?
    East Rutherford, NJ includes zip codes such as: 07073.
  • What are some cities near East Rutherford, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: Carlstadt, Rutherford, Lyndhurst, Moonachie, Wood Ridge. These cities may have more rental options to explore.