Renters · Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
Enter your monthly income before taxes. We show a common starting point.
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Your starting point
Common rule of thumb: rent around one-third of income. This is a guideline, not a requirement and not a SubCity Group policy.
Beyond rent
Rent is not the only cost
Add utilities, renter’s insurance and moving costs. Text us your budget and we will tell you what is realistic in Newark and nearby cities.
Paying your own rent
Find an apartment, free.
Tell us your budget, bedrooms and area. A SubCity Group team member texts or calls you with apartments that fit and sets up the tours. SubCity Group charges renters no fee.
Using a Section 8 voucher
Find a voucher apartment, free.
Tell us your voucher bedroom size, budget and area. A SubCity Group team member texts or calls you with apartments that take vouchers and helps with the paperwork. SubCity Group charges renters no fee.
Official sources
Go to the source.
- NJ DCA Landlord-Tenant Information - state tenant resources
- NJ DCA "Truth in Renting" guide (PDF) - the state tenant guide
- NJ: Get help as a renter or tenant - state help for renters