Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Sussex County, NJ
The median gross rent in Sussex County is $1,501 — about the same as the New Jersey state median. It ranks #11 of 21 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,501
1-bedroom$1,183
2-bedroom$1,614
3-bedroom$2,073
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How to find the cheapest rent in Sussex County
- Target the $1,183–$1,614 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within New Jersey.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Sussex County
- Salem County$1,165
- Cumberland County$1,202
- Camden County$1,264
- Atlantic County$1,268
- Cape May County$1,285