Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick NJ
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New Brunswick, NJ Apartments for Rent
Welcome to New Brunswick, nestled along the banks of the Raritan River. This historic city combines its rich past with contemporary appeal, offering renters average monthly rates from $1,651 for studios to $3,130 for four-bedroom units, reflecting a 4.3% annual increase. Housing options include apartment communities near the train station and residential properties throughout established neighborhoods like Fifth Ward and Lincoln Park. As home to Rutgers University, downtown New Brunswick features the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, theaters, and an array of dining destinations.
Boyd Park's 20 acres of riverfront space and the Delaware and Raritan Canal trail system provide outdoor recreation opportunities. The city serves as a significant medical center, with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Saint Peter's University Hospital. Located 27 miles from Manhattan with direct service on NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor line, New Brunswick offers convenient commuting options. The city's character shines through in areas like the Livingston Avenue district and Albany Street corridor. Cultural attractions include the Zimmerli Art Museum and George Street Playhouse. A notable piece of history: New Brunswick pioneered railroad transportation of circus equipment in 1872, when William Cameron Coup developed a system for what would become the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
New Brunswick, NJ Rental Insights
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The average rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,196 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in New Brunswick, NJ is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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The cost of living in New Brunswick, NJ is 16.5% higher than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost more than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in New Brunswick, NJ as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $97,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $8,460/year for groceries, $13,800 for goods and services, and $40,728/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in New Brunswick, NJ by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 742 New Brunswick apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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New Brunswick, NJ has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in New Brunswick, NJ have access to Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun., Rutgers University, Rutgers University, Livingston, and Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison.
