What is the average apartment size in Paterson?

The average size for a Paterson, NJ apartment is 673 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Paterson?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Paterson is $1,705 per month, a 0.95% increase from last years average of $1,689.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Paterson?

In Paterson, studios rent for $1,605 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,512 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,999 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,745 per month

What is the average apartment size in Paterson?

The typical apartment in Paterson offers about 673 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Paterson?

Studio apartments in Paterson average 382 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 622 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 768 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 800 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Paterson?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Paterson include Totowa ($1,333/month), Manor ($1,945/month), and Paterson Lakeview ($1,972/month), all below the citywide average of $1,705.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Paterson?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Paterson are Riverside ($2,051/month), Eastside Paterson ($2,078/month), and South Paterson ($2,337/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Paterson, NJ Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Paterson?

The typical rent budget in Paterson ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 44% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Paterson?

In Paterson, 74% of households rent while 26% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 19, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Paterson is $1,705, a 0.95% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,689.

Studio Apartments at $1,605 offer the most budget-friendly option with 382 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 622 square feet for $1,512, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,999 offer 768 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (800 sq ft) for $2,745, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Paterson, NJ

Last updated: February 19, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,705	673 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,605	382 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,512	622 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,999	768 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,745	800 sq. ft.

Paterson, NJ rent trends

Rental prices in Paterson, NJ have increased by 0.95% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,689 to $1,705.

What's the typical rent budget in Paterson, NJ?

The largest share of rentals in Paterson, NJ (44%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Paterson, NJ?

36,661 or 74% of the households in Paterson, NJ are renter-occupied while 13,027 or 26% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Paterson?

Totowa $1,333/month

Manor $1,945/month

Paterson Lakeview $1,972/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,705/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Paterson?

Riverside $2,051/month

Eastside Paterson $2,078/month

South Paterson $2,337/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Paterson, NJ By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
South Paterson	$2,337
Eastside Paterson	$2,078
Riverside	$2,051
Paterson Lakeview	$1,972
Manor	$1,945
Totowa	$1,333

Paterson | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Eastside Paterson is 7% higher than in Manor

$2,078

Eastside Paterson rent is 22% higher than Paterson average

Average Rent $2,078

$1,945

Manor rent is 14% higher than Paterson average

Average Rent $1,945

How Paterson Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Paterson	$1,705
Jersey City	$3,768
Jersey Shore	$2,153
Newark	$1,706
Bayonne	$2,585
East Orange	$1,849
Elizabeth	$1,854
Hoboken	$4,560
Summit	$2,862
Long Branch	$2,563
Camden	$1,418
Hackensack, NJ	$2,566
Passaic, NJ	$1,916
Garfield, NJ	$2,190
Clifton, NJ	$2,193

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Paterson apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.