What is the average apartment size in Jersey Shore?

The average size for a Jersey Shore, NJ apartment is 904 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 Mar / 2026, the average rent in Jersey Shore is $2,159 per month, a 2.1% increase from last years average of $2,114.

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

In Jersey Shore, studios rent for $2,004 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,953 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,351 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,922 per month

What is the average apartment size in Jersey Shore?

The typical apartment in Jersey Shore offers about 904 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 769 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,039 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 Downtown - Arts District ($1,865/month), Oak Mews ($2,050/month), and Hyson - Bennetts Mills ($2,149/month), all below the citywide average of $2,159.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey Shore are Cliffwood ($2,448/month), Hamilton ($2,614/month), and West End Long Branch ($2,699/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: April 22, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Jersey Shore is $2,159, a 2.1% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,114.

Studio Apartments at $2,004 offer the most budget-friendly option with 558 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 769 square feet for $1,953, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,351 offer 1,039 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,323 sq ft) for $2,922, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Jersey Shore, NJ

Last updated: April 22, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,159	904 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,004	558 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,953	769 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,351	1,039 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,922	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.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

Downtown - Arts District $1,865/month

Oak Mews $2,050/month

Hyson - Bennetts Mills $2,149/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,159/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Jersey Shore?

Cliffwood $2,448/month

Hamilton $2,614/month

West End Long Branch $2,699/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	$2,699
Hamilton	$2,614
Cliffwood	$2,448
North Long Branch	$2,320
Whiting	$2,199
Chestnut Estates	$2,167
Hyson - Bennetts Mills	$2,149
Oak Mews	$2,050
Downtown - Arts District	$1,865

Jersey Shore | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Chestnut Estates is 11% lower than in Cliffwood

$2,167

Chestnut Estates rent is 1% higher than Jersey Shore average

Average Rent $2,167

$2,448

Cliffwood rent is 13% higher than Jersey Shore average

Average Rent $2,448

How Jersey Shore Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Jersey Shore	$2,159
Jersey City	$3,687
Newark	$1,729
East Orange	$1,899
Bayonne	$2,576
Paterson	$1,734
Elizabeth	$1,868
Hoboken	$4,492
Camden	$1,453
Rahway	$2,445
Summit	$2,877
Lumberton, NJ	$1,924

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.