$3,100
/ Month
165 Essex Ave
Metuchen, NJ 08840
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973-921-1111
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
2.5
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Square Feet
1,276 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
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- Hardwood Floors
165 Essex Ave
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About This Home
12 Month Lease
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Available Now
Situated in the heart of highly sought-after Metuchen,165 Essex Ave offers a beautifully maintained,move-in ready residence that blends comfort,style,and everyday convenience. Upon entering,you're greeted by a welcoming foyer that flows seamlessly into a beautifully updated kitchen featuring sleek countertops and stainless steel appliances. The spacious living and dining area showcases modern updates and opens to a generous private patiocomplete with a storage closet ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The primary bedroom offers a private retreat with an en-suite bath and two closets,including a built-in for ample storage. Residents also enjoy access to a large parking lot with unlimited parking,providing added ease and flexibility. Unit is situated conveniently nearby while also distant enough for privacy. Ideally located near major highways and just minutes from downtown Metuchen,you'll enjoy easy access to the train station,restaurants,and local amenities. Set in a tranquil and serene environment,this home truly offers the best of both comfort and convenience.
165 Essex Ave is a townhome located in Middlesex County and the 08840 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Metuchen Public School District attendance zone.
* 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.
Townhome Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Storage Space
Contact
- Listed by MUZIO PRIOLETTI | Signature Realty NJ
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Location
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Metuchen, New Jersey has a personality bigger than its three square miles suggest. Tucked inside Edison and sitting squarely in the Raritan Valley region, this Middlesex County borough earned the Great American Main Street of the Year award in 2023, a distinction that captures just how much care goes into its walkable downtown corridor along Main Street. Indie shops, locally rooted restaurants, and a genuine small-town atmosphere make it feel miles removed from the bustle of the New York metro, even though Penn Station is a direct train ride away via Metuchen Station.
The housing landscape reflects the borough’s tight-knit, residential character. Renters will find a mix of apartment communities in low-rise and mid-rise buildings, converted historic homes with updated units, and townhome-style rentals scattered throughout tree-lined streets. Options range from cozy studios to spacious two- and three-bedroom floor plans, giving renters plenty of choices at different budget levels.
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Amenities
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Storage Space
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.1 mi |
165 Essex Ave is within 10 minutes or 4.2 miles from Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison. It is also near Rutgers University, Livingston and Rutgers University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
123 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
689 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
765 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
708 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
196 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
14 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
505 Students
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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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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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 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.
How It Works
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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165 Essex Ave
Metuchen, NJ 08840