What is the average apartment size in Jersey Shore?

The average size for a Jersey Shore, NJ apartment is 903 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Jersey Shore?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Jersey Shore is $2,148 per month, a 2.13% increase from last year’s average of $2,103.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Jersey Shore?

In Jersey Shore, studios rent for $2,009 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,948 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,343 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,896 per month

What is the average apartment size in Jersey Shore?

The typical apartment in Jersey Shore offers about 903 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Jersey Shore?

Studio apartments in Jersey Shore average 558 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 771 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,041 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,323 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Jersey Shore include Bayville ($1,701/month), Arrowhead Village ($1,796/month), and Downtown - Arts District ($1,899/month), all below the citywide average of $2,148.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey Shore are Cliffwood ($2,444/month), Hamilton ($2,556/month), and West End Long Branch ($2,646/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Jersey Shore, NJ Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Jersey Shore?

The typical rent budget in Jersey Shore ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 38% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Jersey Shore?

In Jersey Shore, 23% of households rent while 77% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Jersey Shore is $2,148, a 2.13% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,103.

Studio Apartments at $2,009 offer the most budget-friendly option with 558 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 771 square feet for $1,948, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,343 offer 1,041 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,323 sq ft) for $2,896, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Jersey Shore, NJ

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,148	903 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,009	558 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,948	771 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,343	1,041 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,896	1,323 sq. ft.

Jersey Shore, NJ rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Jersey Shore, NJ?

The largest share of rentals in Jersey Shore, NJ (38%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Jersey Shore, NJ?

129,144 or 23% of the households in Jersey Shore, NJ are renter-occupied while 421,182 or 77% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

Bayville $1,701/month

Arrowhead Village $1,796/month

Downtown - Arts District $1,899/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,148/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

Cliffwood $2,444/month

Hamilton $2,556/month

West End Long Branch $2,646/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Jersey Shore, NJ By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
West End Long Branch	$2,646
Hamilton	$2,556
Cliffwood	$2,444
North Long Branch	$2,319
Osbornes Mills	$2,178
Hyson - Bennetts Mills	$2,149
Chestnut Estates	$2,142
Greenville - Lanes Mills	$2,058
Oak Mews	$2,043
Cedar Bridge - Cedarwood Park	$2,003
Brookwood	$1,938
Wertheins Corner	$1,917
Downtown - Arts District	$1,899
Arrowhead Village	$1,796
Bayville	$1,701

Jersey Shore | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arrowhead Village is 6% higher than in Bayville

$1,796

Arrowhead Village rent is 16% lower than Jersey Shore average

Average Rent $1,796

$1,701

Bayville rent is 21% lower than Jersey Shore average

Average Rent $1,701

How Jersey Shore Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Jersey Shore	$2,148
Jersey City	$3,768
Newark	$1,746
East Orange	$1,832
Paterson	$1,724
Elizabeth	$1,887
Hoboken	$4,513
Bayonne	$2,633
Camden	$1,418
Princeton	$3,143
Summit	$2,844
Lumberton, NJ	$1,993
Medford, NJ	$1,975

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Jersey Shore apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.