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Apartments for Rent in Essex County NJ

Essex County is located in the eastern corner of North Jersey. The location is great for commuters as it is close to NYC. For nature lovers, there are over 24 parks in The Essex County Park System. Play, hike, golf or simply visit and enjoy the natural beauty of NJ.

JCMLiving is proud to feature rentals in Essex County. Forest Hill Apartments is a garden apartment community in Bloomfield, NJ. Montclair Estates and Montclair Arms are apartment buildings in Montclair NJ. Concord Apartments is an apartment building in South Orange NJ. Glen Ridge Manor is an apartment building in Glen Ridge NJ. Franklin Manor Apartments are apartment buildings in Bloomfield NJ. Nutley Gardens are garden apartments located in Nutley NJ. Contact our leasing specialists today to learn about the apartment communities in Essex County.

JCMLiving apartments in Essex County: rents, utilities and pets

Starting rents below come from our live availability and were last updated November 8, 2026. Prices change daily, so check each community for current units.

CommunityCityAvailable now fromUtilities includedPetsGetting to NYC
Fairway GardensBloomfieldStudio $1,629 Β· 1 BR $2,175Ask leasingDogs and cats. Dogs up to 50 lbs, some breeds excluded. $60/mo per dog, $45/mo per cat, $395 one-time fee Pet policy
Forest Hill ApartmentsBloomfieldStudio $1,649 Β· 1 BR $1,799 Β· 2 BR $2,329Heat includedDogs and cats (restrictions apply). $55/mo per dog, $40/mo per cat, $350 one-time fee Pet policyNear public transit
Franklin ManorBloomfield1 BR $1,845Heat includedNo pets Pet policyOne block to NJ Transit train, NYC bus at the front door
Nutley GardensNutley1 BR $1,899 Β· 2 BR $2,679Ask leasingAsk leasingDeCamp commuter bus to NYC
Concord ApartmentsSouth OrangeStudio $1,909 Β· 1 BR $2,424Heat, electricity and gas includedDogs and cats up to 50 lbs, some breeds excluded. $60/mo per dog, $45/mo per cat, $350 one-time fee Pet policy
Bloomfield ManorBloomfield2 BR $2,395Heat and gas includedDogs and cats, up to 2 pets (some breed and weight limits). $50/mo per dog, $35/mo per cat, $295 one-time fee Pet policy
Montclair EstatesMontclair2 BR $2,945Heat and hot water includedDogs and cats, some breeds excluded. $60/mo per dog, $45/mo per cat, $350 one-time fee Pet policy
Montclair ArmsMontclair3 BR $3,995Heat includedDogs and cats, some breeds excluded. $60/mo per dog, $45/mo per cat, $350 one-time fee Pet policy

Frequently asked questions

Which Essex County apartments include heat?

Heat is included at Forest Hill Apartments, Franklin Manor, Concord Apartments (heat, electricity and gas included), Bloomfield Manor (heat and gas included), Montclair Estates (heat and hot water included), Montclair Arms. Ask the leasing office which other utilities are covered for the unit you are considering.

What's the cheapest apartment available in Essex County right now?

Among our Essex County communities, the lowest rent as of November 8, 2026 is $1,629 for a studio at Fairway Gardens. Rents update daily with availability.

Which Essex County apartments are best for commuting to NYC?

Forest Hill Apartments: Near public transit. Franklin Manor: One block to NJ Transit train, NYC bus at the front door. Nutley Gardens: DeCamp commuter bus to NYC.

Which Essex County apartments allow dogs?

Dogs are allowed at Fairway Gardens, Forest Hill Apartments, Concord Apartments, Bloomfield Manor, Montclair Estates, Montclair Arms. Most have breed restrictions and many have weight limits, so check each community's pet policy page for details and fees. Franklin Manor does not allow pets.

Top Attractions in Essex County

  • Turtle Back Zoo – Explore β€œThe World in your backyard” when you visit the Turtle Back Zoo! Hope on the zoo train and visit the seals, sea turtles, wolves, black bears, aviary, reptiles and much more!
  • Thomas Edison National Historical Park – See for yourself the famous inventor’s home and laboratory. Light up your mind!
  • South Mountain Reservation – Walk in nature itself and tour the trails, falls and the Rahway river. You won’t believe your just a half hour from NYC!

Essex County Demographics

β˜— Population: 808,285 ✏ High School Graduates: 83.5%
β˜† Median Age: 38 Ω Non-English Language: Spanish
$ Median Income for Households: $60,430 β‚Ό College Graduation Rate: 32%
☻ Average Household Size: 2.7 βŒ‚ Home Renters: 56.8%

Cities of Essex County

Newark, NJ Bloomfield, NJ Belleville, NJ Nutley, NJ
East Orange, NJ West Orange, NJ Orange, NJ Maplewood, NJ
Irvington, NJ South Orange, NJ Caldwell, NJ Roseland, NJ
Montclair, NJ Verona, NJ Glen Ridge, NJ Essex Fells, NJ
Cedar Grove, NJ Fairfield, NJ West Caldwell, NJ N Caldwell, NJ

 

 

 

FAQs about Essex County, NJ

Essex County is located in northeastern New Jersey. It is bordered by Morris, Union, and Hudson Counties to the west, Bergen County to the north, and Passaic County to the south.

Belleville, Bloomfield, Caldwell, Cedar Grove, East Orange, Essex Fells, Fairfield, Glen Ridge, Irvington, Livingston, Maplewood, Millburn, Montclair, Newark, North Caldwell, Nutley, Orange, Roseland, Verona, West Caldwell

As of the 2020 Census, the population of Essex County is approximately 793,633.

Essex County is located in the northeastern part of New Jersey and is part of the New York metropolitan area. The county is home to the Watchung Mountains and the Newark Basin, which contains the city of Newark. The county is also home to the Passaic River, which flows through the southern part of the county.

Essex County has a diverse economy with a mix of manufacturing, service, and retail industries. The county is home to many small businesses, as well as larger corporations such as Prudential Financial and Audible (an Amazon company). Newark, the county seat, is a major transportation hub and is home to the Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal, the busiest container port on the East Coast.

The weather in Essex County can vary depending on the season. In the summer, temperatures are typically warm and humid, with highs in the 80s and 90s. Winter temperatures are cooler, with average highs in the 40s and 50s. The county can also experience precipitation throughout the year, with the heaviest rain and snowfall typically occurring in the spring and winter months.