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    Living room at Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, Cedar Grove a living room with a sliding glass door and a dining room in the background at Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, Cedar Grove, 07009
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    2-48 Grove Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
    1 Unit available
    2 BEDS $4,400
    Living room at Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, Cedar Grove a living room with a sliding glass door and a dining room in the background at Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, Cedar Grove, 07009 a pool table and couches at Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, Cedar Grove a fitness center with equipment at Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, New Jersey
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    4.5/5 Sandy on Aug 6, 2024

    Pleasant surroundings, convenient location, friendly neighbors

    4.5/5 Sandy on Aug 9, 2023

    Since we sold our house in Montclair, we have lived at Zephyr Ridge aa nd have been very pleased with all aspects....good management, and most important, good neighbors.

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    a kitchen with a sink and a black refrigerator a playground with a bench and slides in a park
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    395 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102
    3 Units available
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    2 BEDS $1,351+
    a kitchen with a sink and a black refrigerator a playground with a bench and slides in a park a group of modern apartment buildings with a sidewalk a new apartment building with yellow and gray facade and cars parked outside
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    5/5 Antionette on Sep 7, 2024

    I live here, don't hear any noise once I'm home its great!

    5/5 Ricardo T. on Dec 28, 2023

    I am Extremely Happy, residing here! I would not live anywhere else!

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    A dining room with hardwood-style flooring and a modern pendant light near a kitchen and double sliding doors leading to a private balcony. A bedroom with hardwood-style flooring, two large windows, and a portable cooling/heating unit on the wall.
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    28R Nob Hill, Roseland, NJ 07068
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    1 BED $2,672+
    2 BEDS $3,338+
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    A dining room with hardwood-style flooring and a modern pendant light near a kitchen and double sliding doors leading to a private balcony. A bedroom with hardwood-style flooring, two large windows, and a portable cooling/heating unit on the wall. A community lounge with hardwood-style flooring, a comfortable sofa, chairs, a billiards table, a TV, large windows, and two ceiling fans. A fitness center with cardio and weight equipment, hardwood-style flooring, a TV, and four large windows.
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    5/5 George R. on Apr 23, 2025

    Everly is a great place to live. With a friendly, helpful staff that caters to your needs. Maintenance & Office. Beautiful pool and other amenities. Location is perfect. Close enough to stores & Highways. Probably will be here for Life.

    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 28, 2025

    Good ameneties, value, and staff. Would recommend

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    19 Fulton Street, Newark, NJ 07102
    1 BED $1,500+
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    669 Joralemon Street, Belleville, NJ 07109
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    314 Oakwood Ave, Orange, NJ 07050
    STUDIO $1,595
    1 BED $2,075
    2 BEDS $2,410
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    263 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
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    2-48 Grove Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
    2 BEDS $4,400
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    179 South Harrison Street, East Orange, NJ 07018
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    106 South Harrison Street, East Orange, NJ 07018
    1 BED $1,596+
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    86 Hillyer Street, Orange, NJ 07050
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    272 Littleton Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103
    1 BED $900
    3 BEDS $2,650
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    395 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102
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    2 BEDS $1,351+
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    70 Roseville Ave, Newark, NJ 07102
    1 BED $2,050
    2 BEDS $2,575+
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    186 Franklin St., Bloomfield, NJ 07003
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    510 Millburn Avenue, Short Hills, NJ 07078
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    48 Roseland Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006
    STUDIO $1,900
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    28R Nob Hill, Roseland, NJ 07068
    1 BED $2,672+
    2 BEDS $3,338+
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    114 Montgomery Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
    1 BED $1,975
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    24 Hillside Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042
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    377 Crane Street, Orange, NJ 07050
    STUDIO $1,880+
    1 BED $2,255
    2 BEDS $3,300
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    68-70 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
    1 BED $1,950
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    493 Linden Place, Orange, NJ 07050
    1 BED $1,820+
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    1 Fineran Way, Short Hills, NJ 07078
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    1 BED $3,040+
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    650 Park Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07017
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$2,055/mo Essex County, NJ average rental price, May 2025
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Essex County, NJ last updated?

Prices and availability in Essex County, NJ were last updated on 21 Jun 2025.

What are the best apartments in Essex County, NJ?

The best apartments in Essex County, NJ are: Zephyr Ridge Apartment Homes, The Willows at Symphony Hall, Everly Roseland, 64 Park Avenue and Commonwealth Garden Townhomes.

What is the average rent in Essex County, NJ?

The average rent in Essex County, NJ is $1,948.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Essex County, NJ?

The price range for a studio apartment in Essex County, NJ is between $350 and $58,493.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Essex County, NJ?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Essex County, NJ is between $350 and $8,430.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Essex County, NJ?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Essex County, NJ is between $350 and $58,493.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Essex County, NJ?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Essex County, NJ is between $900 and $12,316.

What type of rental buildings are in Essex County, NJ?

In Essex County, 55% of the residents are renting compared to 45% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 21% of Essex County’s rentals, 72% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 6% are single-family rentals.

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