$1,000 - $1,200
Total Monthly Price
142 Lakeside Dr S
Piscataway, NJ 08854
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Bedrooms
1
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
168 - 196 sq ft
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Available
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Highlights
- Patio
- Smoke Free
- Deck
142 Lakeside Dr S
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Single-Family House for Rent
2 Room
$1,000
Total Monthly Price
1 bed,
1 bath,
168 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $1,500 deposit,
Available Now
1 Room
$1,200
Total Monthly Price
1 bed,
1 bath,
196 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $1,700 deposit,
Available Now
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
About 142 Lakeside Dr S Piscataway, NJ 08854
12 Month Lease,
$1,500 deposit,
Available Now
One unfurnished room available in a 4BR/2.5BA home in Piscataway, NJ. Close to Rutgers University campus. The room is $1,200/month. Utilities not included — total household utilities (electric & gas, water/sewer, internet, and trash) run approximately $320–$440/month split equally among occupants. The largest available room at 196 sq ft, featuring a direct lake view, closet, and space for a queen bed and desk. Two additional rooms are available at $1,000–$1,150/month for those looking for a more affordable option. Shared spaces include a fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, fridge, and microwave, a dining area, living room, and in-unit washer and dryer. The real highlight — a large private backyard on Nelson Lake with a wooden dock where you can sit, relax, kayak, or take a boat out. A patio, deck, and fire pit area complete the outdoor space. Long private driveway with 2-car garage and additional street parking. No pets. No smoking inside the house. Single occupancy only. One month security deposit ($1,800). 12-month lease. Available July 1st.
One unfurnished room available in a 4BR/2.5BA home in Piscataway, NJ. Close to Rutgers University campus. The room is $1,00/month. Utilities not included — total household utilities (electric & gas, water/sewer, internet, and trash) run approximately $320–$440/month split equally among occupants. This smallest available room at 168 sq ft, closet, and space for a queen bed and desk. Two additional rooms are available at $1,100–$1,200/month for a better view and a larger room. Shared spaces include a fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, fridge, and microwave, a dining area, living room, and in-unit washer and dryer. The real highlight — a large private backyard on Nelson Lake with a wooden dock where you can sit, relax, kayak, or take a boat out. A patio, deck, and fire pit area complete the outdoor space. Long private driveway with 2-car garage and additional street parking. No smoking inside the house. Single occupancy only. Security deposit ($1,500). 12-month lease. Available July 1st.
142 Lakeside Dr S is a house located in Middlesex County and the 08854 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Piscataway Township School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
House Features
Washer/Dryer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Dining Room
- Patio
- Deck
- Dock
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Piscataway is a wonderful, quiet town located less than an hour’s drive from the hustle and bustle of New York City. Piscataway houses a significant portion of Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and the Busch and Livingston campuses of Rutgers University, the state university of New Jersey. As such, the community is a popular choice for students, faculty, and staff. Rental options abound in Piscataway, from luxury apartments and modest condos to spacious houses and charming townhomes.
Golf courses, sports stadiums, parks, river views, and historical architecture are just a few of the unique finds you’ll discover in Piscataway. A must-visit spot is the East Jersey Old Town Village, where restored buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries offer historic and educational insight to residents and visitors alike.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.4 mi |
142 Lakeside Dr S is within 9 minutes or 4.1 miles from Rutgers University, Livingston. It is also near Rutgers University and Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun..
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
488 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
465 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
144 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
467 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,144 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
245 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Piscataway include South Amboy, located 13.1 miles from 142 Lakeside Dr S. 142 Lakeside Dr S is near Newark Liberty International, located 25.1 miles or 37 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 33.7 miles or 49 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 20 min | 13.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 37 min | 25.1 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 49 min | 33.7 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Active
Soundscore™
78
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Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 142 Lakeside Dr S.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
142 Lakeside Dr S has 3 shopping centers within 1.9 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Ambrose & Doty's Brooks Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Johnson Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.1 mi |
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Spring Lake Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi |
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Washington Rock State Park
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.2 mi |
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Rutgers Gardens
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.4 mi |
142 Lakeside Dr S has 5 parks within 7.4 miles, including Ambrose & Doty's Brooks Park, Johnson Park, and Spring Lake Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.8 mi |
142 Lakeside Dr S has 3 hospitals within 4.8 miles, the nearest is University Behavioral Health Care which is 2.2 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 10.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 11.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 44 min | 27.8 mi |
142 Lakeside Dr S has 3 military bases within 27.8 miles, the nearest is Tamdques Reservation which is 10.7 miles away and a 27 minute drive.
Amenities
- Washer/Dryer
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Dining Room
- Patio
- Deck
- Dock
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142 Lakeside Dr S
Piscataway, NJ 08854