Average Rent in Keyport, NJ (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Keyport, NJ is $1,660/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +6.4% year over year. Rents range from $1,660 to $1,660.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,660/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +6.4%
Source: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Keyport, NJ is $1,660/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 6.4% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Keyport is 39% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Keyport, NJ ranges from $1,660 to $1,660 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Keyport, NJ is approximately 6.4% for 2026. An increase above 6.4% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Keyport, NJ?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Keyport, NJ is $1,660/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Keyport are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,660/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $66,400/year.
Is rent going up in Keyport?
Rents in Keyport have increased 6.4% year over year based on local market data. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Keyport.
What is a fair rent increase in Keyport?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 6.4% is in line with the Keyport market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Keyport
+6.4%
Rents in Keyport are rising at +6.4% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from +3.9% to +17.7%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Keyport?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Keyport typically rents for $1,480 – $1,806.
Rents above $2,077 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Keyport typically rents for $1,660 – $2,035.
Rents above $2,340 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Keyport typically rents for $2,050 – $2,508.
Rents above $2,884 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Keyport typically rents for $2,650 – $3,279.
Rents above $3,771 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Keyport typically rents for $2,940 – $3,632.
Rents above $4,177 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Keyport
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,480
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,660
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$2,050
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$2,650
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,940
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Keyport
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Keyport share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,660 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Keyport Compare?
Questions about rent in Keyport
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Keyport, NJ?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Keyport, NJ is $1,660/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 39% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,660 to $1,660 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Keyport?
A rent increase up to about 6.4% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Keyport. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,660/month.
Are rents going up or down in Keyport?
Rents in Keyport have increased 6.4% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Monmouth-Ocean, NJ HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Keyport?
1-bedroom rents across Keyport range from $1,660 to $1,660 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Keyport?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Keyport. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Keyport?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Keyport at $1,660/month, a household would need approximately $66,400/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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