01Homes and apartments for rent in Hudson County, NJ
Hudson County homes for rent.
Browse homes and apartments for rent in Hudson County, New Jersey. Hudson County has one of the deepest and most active rental markets in the metro, anchored by luxury waterfront apartment towers in Jersey City and Hoboken, brownstone and mid-rise rentals throughout the county, and multi-family units in the North Hudson cities and Bayonne. For renters who want a Manhattan-adjacent lifestyle, often at a discount to city rents, and for owners with units to lease, the county offers a fast-moving market driven by commuters, young professionals, and steady demand.
Rentals in Hudson County range from studios and one-bedrooms around $2,000 to $3,500 in the North Hudson cities and Bayonne to luxury waterfront one- and two-bedrooms from roughly $3,000 to $6,000 or more a month in Jersey City and Hoboken.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Hudson County rentals, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Hudson County, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the Jersey City and Hoboken waterfront high-rises, the brownstone neighborhoods of downtown Jersey City and Hoboken, the rowhomes and multi-family of Bayonne and Kearny, and the dense hilltop cities of Union City, West New York, and North Bergen.
Hudson County is served by urban districts and the top-ranked High Tech High School magnet, with Jersey City Medical Center nearby and PATH, light rail, and ferries into Manhattan. Use the price-range pages below to narrow your search, or call 888-327-6555 for a neighborhood-by-neighborhood update.
When renting, factor in commute, building amenities, and lease terms, not just rent, and confirm what utilities and amenities are included. Renting in the neighborhood you may eventually buy in is one of the best ways to learn its commute and character before committing.
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Where to rent in Hudson County.
Rental inventory in Hudson County spans luxury towers, brownstones, and multi-family units, and the right choice depends on lifestyle and budget. Young professionals and commuters gravitate to the luxury waterfront towers of Jersey City and Hoboken for amenities and skyline views, value-focused renters choose brownstone and mid-rise units in the Jersey City Heights, Bayonne, and the North Hudson cities, and those wanting the most attainable rents look to Union City, West New York, and North Bergen. The county's density and transit make it one of the region's busiest rental markets. Compare the areas below before you choose.
Rental character varies sharply. The Jersey City and Hoboken waterfront offers new luxury towers with doormen, gyms, and pools; Hoboken and downtown Jersey City offer walkable brownstone and mid-rise rentals with character; and the North Hudson cities and Bayonne offer more attainable apartments, often in multi-family buildings, with their own skyline views. That range gives renters everything from a luxury high-rise to an attainable neighborhood apartment near transit.
Lease terms, broker fees, and what utilities and amenities are included vary widely between the county's luxury towers and its individually owned condo and multi-family rentals, so renters should compare the total monthly cost and any upfront fees, not just the headline rent, before signing.
Life, commute, and the rental case in Hudson County.
Renting in Hudson County is often the fastest way into a Manhattan-adjacent lifestyle. A renter in a Jersey City or Hoboken tower gets amenities and a fifteen-minute PATH or ferry commute, frequently at a discount to comparable Manhattan or Brooklyn rents, while a renter in the North Hudson cities gets an attainable apartment with skyline views and a bus or light-rail commute.
For young professionals, relocating workers, and those testing the county before buying, renting offers flexibility and access. Many renters choose Hudson County specifically for the combination of a shorter commute than much of the city, lower rents than Manhattan, and the same urban energy, then use their time here to decide whether and where to buy.
Day to day, renters enjoy the restaurants, nightlife, and waterfront parks of Jersey City and Hoboken, the amenities of their buildings, and a short commute, all in a walkable, transit-first setting. The county's deep rental market means options at nearly every price point, from luxury towers to attainable North Hudson apartments.
Renters relocating to Hudson County for a Manhattan job often choose a waterfront tower for the amenities and the fifteen-minute commute, then use the lease term to explore the county's neighborhoods, from Hoboken to the Heights to the North Hudson cities, before deciding where, or whether, to buy, making the rental market a practical on-ramp.
For owners, the Hudson County rental market can turn a condo or multi-family into a durable income asset: the county's deep, transit-driven rental demand supports reliable tenants, and with careful screening, clear leases, and attention to maintenance, owners can generate steady income while the property potentially appreciates in one of the region's strongest markets. Because the county's rental demand is so deep and transit-driven, well-located units rarely sit vacant for long, which is a meaningful advantage for owners.
Search Hudson County homes by price.
Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Hudson County area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.
Browse Hudson County towns & neighborhoods.
Explore our town-by-town guides near Hudson County and across Hudson County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Hudson County open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Hudson County, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.
Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Hudson County through our Hudson County property pages: single-family homes, high-rise waterfront and dense urban homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Hudson County rental and housing market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Hudson County, NJ is currently $574K, about $437 per square foot. Homes here average 50 days on market with roughly 2900 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Hudson County's rental market is among the deepest and fastest-moving in the metro, led by luxury waterfront towers in Jersey City and Hoboken and attainable apartments in the North Hudson cities and Bayonne, with strong demand from commuters and professionals.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Hudson County, luxury waterfront apartments in Jersey City and Hoboken command the highest rents, while apartments in Union City, West New York, North Bergen, and Bayonne offer the more attainable options, often with their own skyline views. Rental demand is strongest in late spring and summer, when relocations peak, so renters with flexibility sometimes find better availability and terms in the fall and winter, while the best luxury units and value apartments lease quickly year-round. Rental demand in Hudson County stays strongest near PATH, the light rail, and the ferries, where commuters concentrate, so well-located apartments lease quickly and hold rents even when the for-sale market cools, underpinning the county's role as one of the region's deepest rental markets. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why rent in Hudson County.
- Manhattan-adjacent lifestyleRenting in Hudson County offers a fifteen-minute Manhattan commute and the same urban energy, often at a discount to city rents.
- Luxury and value optionsFrom waterfront luxury towers to attainable North Hudson apartments, the county offers rentals at nearly every price point.
- Amenities and viewsWaterfront and mid-rise rentals offer doormen, gyms, pools, and Manhattan skyline views.
- FlexibilityRenting lets professionals and relocating workers access the county and learn its neighborhoods before deciding whether to buy.
- Transit-first livingRentals near PATH, light rail, and ferries support a walkable, car-optional lifestyle.
Amenities & community overview.
A closer look at daily life, buildings, and options for renters in Hudson County.
- Browse all homes for sale in Hudson County or explore the wider Hudson County market.
- Compare Hudson County neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: the New Jersey Turnpike (I-95), Route 1&9, Route 3, and Route 440, plus the Holland and Lincoln Tunnels, plus pATH trains run from Jersey City and Hoboken into Lower Manhattan and Midtown, the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail links the waterfront cities, NJ Transit rail and bus converge at Hoboken Terminal and Secaucus Junction, and NY Waterway ferries cross the Hudson from multiple terminals.
- Explore Liberty State Park, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the Hoboken and Jersey City waterfronts, and the Manhattan skyline, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Hudson County.
The Hudson County rental market gives newcomers immediate access to a Manhattan-adjacent lifestyle. Renters in Jersey City and Hoboken towers describe walking to the ferry or PATH, dinner on Newark Avenue or Washington Street, and a run along the Waterfront Walkway, all from an amenity-rich building minutes from the city; renters in the North Hudson cities get an attainable apartment with skyline views and a quick bus or light-rail commute. For many, a year renting in Hudson County is how they learn which neighborhood fits before they buy.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Hudson County, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs in Hudson County.
First-time buyer in Hudson County or Hudson County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.
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Frequently asked questions.
How much does it cost to rent in Hudson County, NJ?
Rents range from about $2,000 to $3,500 for studios and one-bedrooms in the North Hudson cities and Bayonne to roughly $3,000 to $6,000 or more a month for luxury waterfront apartments in Jersey City and Hoboken. Call 888-327-6555 for current availability.
Which Hudson County areas have the most rentals?
Jersey City and Hoboken have the largest concentration of luxury and mid-rise rentals, while the North Hudson cities of Union City, West New York, and North Bergen and Bayonne offer more attainable apartments.
Are there luxury apartment towers in Hudson County?
Yes. The Jersey City and Hoboken waterfront has numerous luxury apartment towers with doormen, gyms, pools, and Manhattan skyline views, often at a discount to comparable Manhattan rents.
Is renting a good way to try out Hudson County before buying?
Yes. Many professionals and relocating workers rent first to learn the county's neighborhoods, commutes, and buildings before deciding whether and where to buy.
Can I find an affordable apartment in Hudson County?
Yes. Union City, West New York, North Bergen, and Bayonne offer more attainable rentals, often with their own skyline views and a quick bus or light-rail commute to Manhattan.
Are rentals near PATH and the light rail in Hudson County?
Yes. Rentals throughout Jersey City, Hoboken, and the North Hudson cities sit near PATH, the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, and ferries, supporting a fifteen-minute Manhattan commute.
When is the best time to find a rental in Hudson County?
Availability peaks in late spring and summer with relocations, while renters with flexibility sometimes find better terms in the fall and winter. The best luxury and value units lease quickly year-round.
Do I need a broker to rent in Hudson County?
Not always, but a broker can help you find and secure rentals, especially in-demand luxury towers and multi-family units, and represent your interests in the lease. Call 888-327-6555 for help.
Can Four Point Realty help me find a rental in Hudson County?
Yes. We help renters find apartments across Hudson County, from waterfront luxury towers to attainable North Hudson units. Call 888-327-6555 to start your search.
Can Four Point Realty help me rent out my Hudson County property?
Yes. We help owners market and lease condos, apartments, and multi-family units across Hudson County, including tenant screening. Call 888-327-6555 to discuss your property.
How do I find rental listings in Hudson County?
Register for a free account and set your neighborhood, price, and bedroom filters, or call 888-327-6555 and we will set up a curated rental search for you.
Should I rent or buy in Hudson County?
Renting offers flexibility and a chance to learn the neighborhoods, while buying builds equity in a strong market. We can help you weigh both for your situation.
What should renters know about Hudson County commutes?
Commute times vary by neighborhood and transit mode, from a fifteen-minute PATH or ferry ride on the waterfront to a longer bus trip from parts of the North Hudson cities. Renting near your preferred transit is worth prioritizing.
Why choose Four Point Realty for your search.
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