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Metuchen, NJ 08840

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    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    2,288 sq ft

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    Available May 11

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21 Highland Ave
12 Month Lease, $2,800 deposit, Available May 11

Welcome to your new home at 21 Highland Ave, a charming 2-bedroom house nestled in the heart of Metuchen, NJ! This spacious 1,144 square foot residence is perfect for those seeking comfort and convenience, featuring a delightful blend of modern amenities and cozy living spaces. Step inside to discover: - A well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove top, gas range, refrigerator, microwave, and exhaust hood, making meal prep a breeze. - A convenient washer and dryer for all your laundry needs. - Ample storage space in the basement - Pet-friendly accommodations, welcoming both cats and small dogs! With one bathroom and a layout that maximizes space, this house is ideal for anyone looking to settle down in a vibrant neighborhood less than a block away from downtown. Perfect for train commuters with a direct express line to NYC via NJTransit. Enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while being just a stone's throw away from local shops, parks, and dining options. Don't miss your chance to make this lovely house your new home starting May 11, 2026 (negotiable for sooner), with showings available from April 17, 2026. Schedule your visit today! Preferred lease duration is 1 year or more. This property is fully furnished (but flexible if you already have your own furniture). Owner is responsible for sewer. Tenant responsible for water, heat, electrical, gas, cable and internet. Security Deposit amount determined by the owner. For each pet, there is a non-refundable move-in fee of $200 and monthly fee of $35. Elevate your living experience with our optional Resident Benefits Package ($45/month). Enjoy peace of mind and extra perks designed to make renting easier and more rewarding: - $100,000 in personal liability protection - $10,000 in personal belongings protection - Credit Booster for on-time payments - build your credit just by paying rent - Accidental damage & lockout reimbursement credits - Plus more exclusive resident perks! Property is syndicated by Nomad as a courtesy to owner. Owner will conduct all correspondence and showings. BEWARE OF SCAMS - Nomad will never ask you to pay any amount prior to applying and all payments are processed through our secure online tenant portal direct to Nomad.

21 Highland Ave is a house located in Middlesex County and the 08840 ZIP Code.

* 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.

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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $2,800
  • Dogs
    • Allowed
  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Utilities Included

  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 Months

House Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Refrigerator

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Storage Space

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City - Metuchen

Edison along Interstate 95. Primarily a residential community, the landscape is largely filled by neighborhood streets lined with apartments and houses catering to a variety of lifestyles and budgets. A small Downtown district along Main Street serves as the commercial hub for the borough, with an eclectic assortment of shops and restaurants in a walkable setting.

Just east of town, Menlo Park Mall also offers a broad selection of retail options. Numerous city parks and large natural areas like Roosevelt Park make it easy to spend time outdoors without going far from home. With rail service to New York via Metuchen Station, the area is a popular choice for commuters seeking a quiet home environment.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Storage Space
Expenses
Utilities Included
Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison
Drive: 10 min 3.8 mi
Rutgers University
Drive: 15 min 6.9 mi
Rutgers University, Livingston
Drive: 16 min 7.6 mi
Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun.
Drive: 13 min 7.6 mi
21 Highland Ave is within 10 minutes or 3.8 miles from Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison. It is also near Rutgers University, Livingston and Rutgers University.
Transportation

21 Highland Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 20.2 miles or 27 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 35.0 miles or 49 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Metuchen
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Metropark
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Edison
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
Woodbridge
Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Avenel
Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Newark Liberty International
Drive: 27 min 20.2 mi
Trenton Mercer
Drive: 49 min 35.0 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 21 Highland Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
District at Metuchen
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Central Plaza
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Metuchen Plaza
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
21 Highland Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Roosevelt Park
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Edison Park
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Merrill Park
Drive: 10 min 4.1 mi
Fords Park
Drive: 11 min 4.2 mi
Spring Lake Park
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
21 Highland Ave has 5 parks within 5.8 miles, including Roosevelt Park, Edison Park, and Fords Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
JFK Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Raritan Bay Medical Center Perth Amboy Division
Drive: 11 min 6.2 mi
Children's Specialized Hospital
Drive: 14 min 8.2 mi
21 Highland Ave has 3 hospitals within 8.2 miles, the nearest is JFK Medical Center which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Ash Brook Reservation
Drive: 18 min 7.5 mi
Tamdques Reservation
Drive: 21 min 10.0 mi
Naval Station NY Stapleton Site
Drive: 37 min 21.2 mi
21 Highland Ave has 3 military bases within 21.2 miles, the nearest is Ash Brook Reservation which is 7.5 miles away and a 18 minute drive.

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