01Homes and apartments for rent in Sussex County, NJ
Sussex County homes for rent.
Browse homes for rent in Sussex County, New Jersey. The county's rental market is seasonal and limited-supply, shaped by the Skylands' recreation economy. Vernon offers ski-season and four-season resort rentals near Mountain Creek and Great Gorge; the lake communities offer rentals on and near Lake Mohawk in Sparta and Lake Hopatcong; and Newton offers student and workforce rentals tied to Sussex County Community College, county government, and Newton Medical Center. For renters relocating for a job, school, or a season of skiing or lake life, and for owners seeking income from a second home, Sussex County offers a genuine but limited rental market driven by tourism, the lakes, and the college in the mountainous northwestern corner of New Jersey.
Rents in Sussex County vary widely by town and season, from Vernon ski-season and resort rentals near Mountain Creek to lake-community rentals near Lake Mohawk and Lake Hopatcong and Newton and Sussex County Community College student and workforce rentals, with supply limited and demand shaped by tourism, the lakes, and the college.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Sussex County rentals, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Sussex County, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the lake communities, the mountain resort towns, the county seat of Newton, and the rural farm country.
Sussex County is served by districts including Sparta, Vernon, and Kittatinny Regional and by Sussex County Community College, with Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center in Newton and Route 15 and Interstate 80 for regional access. Use the price-range pages below to narrow your search, or call 888-327-6555 for a town-by-town update.
When comparing homes for rent in Sussex County, confirm whether a rental is year-round or seasonal, compare the total monthly cost and lease flexibility rather than just the headline rent, check included utilities, amenities, and pet and parking rules, and factor in the car commute the county requires, since a Vernon ski-season rental, a Lake Mohawk lake rental, and a Newton college-town apartment offer very different lifestyles and terms.
02Explore Communities & Market
Where to rent in Sussex County.
Rental inventory in Sussex County spans resort and ski rentals, lake-community rentals, and college-town and workforce rentals, and the right choice depends on budget, season, and lifestyle. Ski-season and four-season renters gravitate to Vernon near Mountain Creek and Great Gorge; lake renters look to Sparta near Lake Mohawk and to Lake Hopatcong; and students and workforce renters look to Newton near Sussex County Community College, county government, and Newton Medical Center. Because the county is largely a market of owner-occupied and second homes, rental supply is limited and often seasonal, so knowing which segment fits your needs helps focus a search. Compare the areas below before you choose.
Rental character varies across the county. Vernon offers ski-season and four-season resort rentals near Mountain Creek, the waterpark, and the Appalachian Trail, drawing seasonal and recreation renters; Sparta and the lake towns offer lake-community rentals near Lake Mohawk and Lake Hopatcong, some seasonal; and Newton offers apartments and houses for students at Sussex County Community College and for the workforce tied to county government and Newton Medical Center. That range gives renters real choice, from a ski-country base to a lake rental to a college-town apartment, all in the Skylands, though supply is limited and demand is often seasonal.
Seasons, supply, and income for renters and owners in Sussex County.
Renting in Sussex County is often seasonal or a practical on-ramp to the Skylands. A renter relocating for a Sussex County Community College program, a job with county government or Newton Medical Center, or a season of skiing at Mountain Creek can choose a Newton apartment, a Vernon resort rental, or a lake-community rental near Lake Mohawk or Lake Hopatcong, then use the lease term to learn the county's very different settings, ski country, lake towns, and the county seat, before deciding where, or whether, to buy in a market with limited rental supply.
For renters, the county's appeal is lifestyle and access, tempered by limited supply. A Vernon rental puts skiing, the waterpark, golf, and the Appalachian Trail within reach; a Sparta or Hopatcong lake rental offers boating and lake life, sometimes seasonally; and a Newton rental offers proximity to the college, county government, and Newton Medical Center. Because supply is limited and some rentals are seasonal, renters should compare lease terms, whether a rental is year-round or seasonal, included utilities and amenities, and the car commute the county requires, since Sussex has no commuter rail and its settings differ sharply.
Day to day, the county's rental demand rests on tourism, the lakes, and the college. Vernon and the resort towns draw ski-season and four-season renters near Mountain Creek and Great Gorge; the lake communities draw seasonal and year-round lake renters near Lake Mohawk and Lake Hopatcong; and Newton draws students at Sussex County Community College and the workforce tied to county government and Newton Medical Center. That mix of seasonal recreation, lake life, and college and workforce demand gives owners of well-located rentals and second homes a real, if limited, pool of tenants in the Skylands.
Search Sussex County homes by price.
Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Sussex County area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.
Browse Sussex County towns & neighborhoods.
Explore our town-by-town guides near Sussex County and across Sussex County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Sussex County open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Sussex 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 Sussex County through our Sussex County property pages: single-family homes, lake, mountain, and farm-country homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Sussex County rental and housing market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Sussex County, NJ is currently $430K, about $234 per square foot. Homes here average 45 days on market with roughly 700 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Sussex County's rental market spans Vernon ski-season and resort rentals near Mountain Creek, lake-community rentals near Lake Mohawk and Lake Hopatcong, and Newton and Sussex County Community College student and workforce rentals, a seasonal and limited-supply market driven by tourism, the lakes, and the college.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Sussex County, rental demand concentrates around Vernon and the ski season near Mountain Creek, the lake communities of Sparta and Hopatcong, and Newton near Sussex County Community College and Newton Medical Center, where tourism, lake life, and college and workforce demand support well-located rentals, though supply is limited and often seasonal. For owners, the county's seasonal and limited rental supply can turn a second home into an income asset, and with careful screening, clear leases, attention to maintenance, and a clear understanding of any seasonal or short-term rules, owners can generate income drawing on ski-season, lake, and college demand that keeps the county's rental market, though limited, resilient. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why rent in Sussex County.
- Ski-season & resort rentalsVernon offers ski-season and four-season resort rentals near Mountain Creek, the waterpark, and the Appalachian Trail for seasonal and recreation renters.
- Lake-community rentalsSparta near Lake Mohawk and the Lake Hopatcong towns offer lake-community rentals, some seasonal, for boating and lake life.
- College & workforce rentalsNewton offers apartments and houses for students at Sussex County Community College and workforce renters near county government and Newton Medical Center.
- A limited, seasonal marketBecause the county is largely owner-occupied and second-home, rental supply is limited and often seasonal, which can support rents for well-located homes.
- Income for second-home ownersOwners of well-located second homes near the slopes or lakes can draw on ski-season, lake, and college demand for income in the Skylands.
Amenities & community overview.
A closer look at neighborhoods, seasons, and options for renters and owners in Sussex County.
- Browse all homes for sale in Sussex County or explore the wider Sussex County market.
- Compare Sussex County neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Interstate 80, Route 15, Route 23, Route 206, Route 94, and Route 565, plus sussex County has no commuter rail of its own, so Route 15 and Route 23 carry commuters south to Interstate 80 and the Morris County rail lines, with NJ Transit buses serving the county and the Netcong and Mount Olive train stations just over the Morris County line.
- Explore High Point State Park at the highest elevation in New Jersey, the Lake Mohawk boardwalk in Sparta, the Mountain Creek resort in Vernon, Lake Hopatcong, and the Delaware Water Gap and Appalachian Trail, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Sussex County.
The Sussex County rental market is seasonal, limited, and lifestyle-driven, in step with the Skylands' recreation economy. Renters choose ski-season and four-season resort rentals in Vernon near Mountain Creek and Great Gorge, lake-community rentals near Lake Mohawk in Sparta and Lake Hopatcong, or student and workforce rentals in Newton near Sussex County Community College, county government, and Newton Medical Center. For owners, the county's demand, driven by tourism, the lakes, and the college, can turn a well-located second home into an income asset, and with careful screening, clear leases, attention to maintenance, and a clear grasp of any seasonal or short-term rules, a rental here can generate income while the property potentially appreciates. Because supply is limited and some rentals are seasonal, and because the county's settings differ sharply and require a car commute, renters and owners alike benefit from matching the rental to the season, the tenant, and the lifestyle, whether that is a ski-country base, a lake rental, or a college-town home.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Sussex County, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs in Sussex County.
First-time buyer in Sussex County or Sussex 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.
03Connect for Answers
Frequently asked questions.
What is the average rent in Sussex County, NJ?
Rents vary widely by town and season, from Vernon ski-season and resort rentals near Mountain Creek to lake-community rentals near Lake Mohawk and Lake Hopatcong and Newton and Sussex County Community College student and workforce rentals. Call 888-327-6555 for current, town-specific rental figures.
Which Sussex County towns are best for renters?
Renters seeking skiing and recreation choose Vernon near Mountain Creek; those seeking lake life choose Sparta near Lake Mohawk or the Lake Hopatcong towns; and students and workforce renters choose Newton near Sussex County Community College and Newton Medical Center. Each offers a different lifestyle and season.
Are there ski-season rentals in Vernon, Sussex County?
Yes. Vernon offers ski-season and four-season resort rentals near Mountain Creek, Great Gorge, and the Appalachian Trail, popular with seasonal and recreation renters. Some are seasonal, so confirm the lease term and any short-term rules before renting.
Are there rentals near Sussex County Community College?
Yes. Newton and the surrounding area offer apartments and houses for students at Sussex County Community College and for the workforce tied to county government and Newton Medical Center, a steadier segment of the county's limited rental market.
Is rental supply limited in Sussex County?
Yes. Because the county is largely a market of owner-occupied and second homes, rental supply is limited and often seasonal, especially in the resort and lake towns. Renters may need to plan ahead and be flexible on timing to find the right home.
Are lake-community rentals available in Sussex County?
Yes. Sparta near Lake Mohawk and the Lake Hopatcong towns offer lake-community rentals, some year-round and some seasonal, for renters who want boating and lake life. Availability varies by season, so we can help you search.
What should I check before signing a lease in Sussex County?
Confirm whether the rental is year-round or seasonal, compare the total monthly cost and lease flexibility, check included utilities, amenities, and pet and parking rules, and factor in the car commute, since the county has no commuter rail and its settings differ sharply.
Can I rent out my second home in Sussex County?
Often yes, drawing on ski-season, lake, and college demand, but rules for seasonal and short-term rentals vary by town and by community, especially in lake associations and resort communities. Confirm the rules in writing before renting out a property. We can help you plan.
Is renting a good way to try out Sussex County before buying?
Yes. Many renters use a lease term to learn the county's very different settings, ski country, lake towns, and the county seat, and the car commute before deciding where, or whether, to buy. We can help you plan the move.
Can Four Point Realty help me find a rental in Sussex County?
Yes. We help renters find homes and apartments across the county, from Vernon resort rentals to lake-community rentals near Lake Mohawk and Lake Hopatcong and Newton college-town and workforce rentals. Call 888-327-6555 to start.
Can Four Point Realty help me rent out my Sussex County property?
Yes. We help owners market and lease properties across the county, drawing on ski-season, lake, and college and workforce demand, with tenant screening, clear leases, and guidance on seasonal and short-term rules. Call 888-327-6555 to discuss your property.
What towns near Sussex County should renters also consider?
Renters sometimes compare Sussex against neighboring Morris, Warren, or Passaic County for additional rental supply, including areas closer to the Morris County rail lines. We can help you weigh the trade-offs.
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