06242 rental market

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Last updated September 14, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in 06242 is $1,495.

Average rent

$1,495

Month-over-month change

+$70

Year-over-year change

-$99

Available rentals

5

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,000 to $2,200.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$9001
$1,0001
$1,4002
$1,5001
$1,6001
$2,1001
$2,200+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $99 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Jan$1,495$1,495
Feb$1,665$1,495
Mar$1,665$1,495
Jun$950$1,485
Aug$995$1,480
Sep$1,595$1,458
Oct$1,590$1,425
Nov$1,570$1,425
Dec$1,506$1,495

Market temperature

The 06242 rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

cool

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in 06242 is 25% lower than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 06242?

The average rent in 06242 is $1,495.

2. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 06242?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 06242 is $1,000 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 06242?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 06242 is $1,495 per month.

4. How much does it cost to rent a house in 06242?

Houses in 06242 rent between $1,000 - $2,200 with an average rent of $1,495.

5. How has the rent in 06242 changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in 06242 decreased by $99

6. How much has the rent in 06242 increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in 06242 increased by $70

7. How many available rentals are there in 06242?

There are currently 5 rentals available in 06242.

8. How do rent prices in 06242 compare with the national average?

The average rent in 06242 is $1,495 — 25.25% lower the national average of $2,000.

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