Best 1 Bedroom Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ - 48 Rentals

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Average rent in Elizabeth, NJ

$1,644/mo Elizabeth, NJ average rental price, February 2023

The average rent for an apartment in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,644 per month.

Elizabeth, NJ apartment rent ranges

A share of 2% of apartments in Elizabeth, NJ are in the lowest price range of $701-$1,000. Around 16% of rentals in this city are in the highest price range of > $2,000. Around 39% of Elizabeth’s apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 44% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

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The average rent for an apartment in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,644, whereas the average monthly rent in the U.S. is $1,702.

Getting around in Elizabeth, NJ

49 /100

Car-Dependent

36 /100

Some Transit

43 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 36, Bike Score®: 43

Frequently asked questions

What is the average size of a 1 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ?

The average Elizabeth, NJ 1 bedroom apartment size is 680 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ?

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment comes with more living and storage space compared to a studio apartment.

What are the downsides of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ?

1 bedroom apartments are usually more expensive than studio apartments in terms of rent and utility costs. You might be interested in studio apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in Elizabeth, NJ.

Elizabeth, NJ demographics

135,772Total Population
68,565 Female

67,207 Male
35.3Median Age

In total, Elizabeth, NJ has 135,772 residents, 68,565 women and 67,207 men, per U.S. Census records. The median age of Elizabeth’s population is 35.3.

Elizabeth, NJ households

31,483 Family

12,871 Non-family
18,495 Children

25,859 No Children

44,354Total Number of Households
3.02Average People Per Household
$54,415Median Household Income

Elizabeth, NJ has 44,354 households. According to the most recent Census data, there are 31,483 family households and 12,871 non-family households in the city. 18,495 Elizabeth households have children and 25,859 households do not. The average number of people living in a household in Elizabeth, NJ is 3.02. The median income in Elizabeth is $54,415 per household per year, with $1,357 spent on housing monthly.

Elizabeth, NJ education statistics

14% of the Elizabeth, NJ population have no high school education, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 48% of the city’s residents went to high school, 20% completed some college, 5% of the population earned an Associate Degree, 10% earned a Bachelor Degree, and 4% earned a Graduate Degree.

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Renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth, NJ

One bedroom apartments in Elizabeth, NJ are typically 905 Sqft in size and the monthly rent is $1,726, on average. With 48 apartments listed for rent, it’s best to narrow down your choices before you begin your search. If you’re only interested in cheap one bedroom apartments, you can filter your search results by setting a maximum price. If you’re looking for a one bedroom furnished apartment, you can check the box "furnished" under amenities. There are many other options and filters you can apply to your search to streamline the process and find your next apartment faster and more efficient. Is a luxury rental more your style? If you sort your search results by rent descending, you will notice that the most expensive rental in Elizabeth, NJ right now costs $7,209 per month. So many choices, so little time.

Your search for a cheap 1 bedroom apartment ends here

The city of Elizabeth, NJ is a great place to call home. Among its many great qualities, it has a variety of rental housing options. One of the most popular choices for Elizabeth, NJ's singles and couples are single bedroom apartments. They’re an upgrade from a studio in the sense that they offer more square footage, a separate bedroom, and more room to entertain. They’re also typically more expensive. But with a little diligence and some smart search tools, you can get around that problem. To find an affordable 1 bedroom, sort your search by price, ascending. The lowest priced apartment in Elizabeth, NJ right now has an asking rent of $762. One bedroom efficiency apartments are a great choice as well. Though they may be smaller than a traditional one bedroom apartment, they’re definitely cheaper and you’ll still be able to enjoy the privacy of a separate bedroom.

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