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Jasmine Tsui

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WEICHERT CO REALTORS

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Houses New Jersey Middlesex County Edison 42 Nelson Ave
$5,550 / Month

42 Nelson Ave

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Edison, NJ 08817

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  • Bedrooms

    5

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • Square Feet

    2,810 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Attic
  • Granite Countertops
42 Nelson Ave
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Beautiful 4-year-new luxury home for rent in the heart of Edison! This 5-bedroom, 4-full-bath million-dollar property offers nearly 2,900 sq ft of modern living space, featuring two master suites on the second floor, a spacious open layout, a 2-car garage, and a basement. Rent includes all utilities with a generous $750 monthly utility credit. Located minutes from HMart, supermarkets, major highways, RWJ Hospital, Rutgers University, and Edison Train Stationwith only a 50-minute ride to NYCthis home provides unmatched convenience and comfort. Available for immediate move-in.

42 Nelson Ave is a house located in Middlesex County and the 08817 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.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1942

Basement

Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House Laundry in Basement Basement Storage

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Primary Bedroom on Main 4 Full Bathrooms 5 Bedrooms

Flooring

Wood Ceramic Tile

Home Design

Colonial Architecture

Home Security

Fire and Smoke Detector

Interior Spaces

Cathedral Ceiling Combination Dining and Living Room Ceiling Fan Utility Room 2,810 Sq Ft Home 2-Story Property

Kitchen

Granite Countertops Breakfast Bar Kitchen Island Gas Oven or Range Stove Range Microwave Dishwasher Recirculated Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

Tenant pays for cable TV, snow removal

Lot Details

7,501 Sq Ft Lot Garden Fenced Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 75.00

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

2 Car Attached Garage Garage Door Opener

Utilities

Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

New Brunswick Gardens Subdivision Association fees include air conditioning, electricity, gas, water, heat

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Garage - Attached
  • Garage Lot

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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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Attic
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Garden
City - Edison

Living in Edison, New Jersey combines suburban comfort with excellent transportation access and a rich cultural heritage. Located in Central Jersey, this township balances residential charm with historical significance. Current rental trends show steady growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,868 per month and experiencing a 4.2% increase year over year. Two-bedroom units command approximately $2,564 monthly, while studio apartments start around $1,469.

The township features well-established neighborhoods alongside expansive parks and shopping districts. Roosevelt Park offers 196 acres of green space with walking trails, picnic areas, and a lake, while Menlo Park Mall provides comprehensive shopping options. The area is served by J.P. Stevens and Edison High School. Oak Tree Road, known locally as "Little India," features specialty grocery stores, traditional clothing boutiques, and authentic South Asian restaurants.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun.
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Rutgers University
Drive: 8 min 2.7 mi
Rutgers University, Livingston
Drive: 9 min 3.4 mi
Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison
Drive: 10 min 3.8 mi
42 Nelson Ave is within 9 minutes or 3.4 miles from Rutgers University, Livingston. It is also near Rutgers University and Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun..
Transportation

42 Nelson Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 25.9 miles or 34 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 31.4 miles or 44 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Edison
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
New Brunswick
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Metuchen
Drive: 9 min 3.8 mi
Jersey Avenue
Drive: 14 min 4.4 mi
Metropark
Drive: 13 min 6.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Newark Liberty International
Drive: 34 min 25.9 mi
Trenton Mercer
Drive: 44 min 31.4 mi
Very Walkable
76
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Minimal Transit
0
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Bikeable
50
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 42 Nelson Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Cirri Center
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Festival Plaza
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
V.J. Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
42 Nelson Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Rutgers Gardens
Drive: 10 min 3.9 mi
Ambrose & Doty's Brooks Park
Drive: 11 min 5.3 mi
Edison Park
Drive: 12 min 5.5 mi
Johnson Park
Drive: 12 min 5.5 mi
Roosevelt Park
Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
42 Nelson Ave has 5 parks within 6.1 miles, including Rutgers Gardens, Ambrose & Doty's Brooks Park, and Roosevelt Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Children's Specialized Hospital
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Saint Peter's University Hospital
Drive: 7 min 3.1 mi
University Behavioral Health Care
Drive: 10 min 4.9 mi
42 Nelson Ave has 3 hospitals within 4.9 miles, the nearest is Children's Specialized Hospital which is 2.8 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Tamdques Reservation
Drive: 28 min 15.7 mi
Ash Brook Reservation
Drive: 25 min 16.1 mi
42 Nelson Ave is 15.7 miles from Tamdques Reservation, and is convenient to other military bases, including Ash Brook Reservation.

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About the Listing Agent

Jasmine Tsui

WEICHERT CO REALTORS

Name: Jasmine Tsui Title: Top 2% Weichert Realtor® | Edison • East Brunswick • Metuchen • Central New Jersey Phone: 201-920-5825 Languages: English | Mandarin | Cantonese Areas Served: Edison • East Brunswick • Metuchen • Plainsboro • Highland Park • Middlesex County • Central NJ About Jasmine Tsui I’m Jasmine Tsui, a Top 2% Weichert Realtor® with 15 years of experience and over 170+ successful closings totaling nearly $100 million in sales. I specialize in helping homeowners in Edison, East Brunswick, Metuchen, and Central New Jersey sell for maximum value through data-driven pricing, strategic staging, targeted marketing and skilled negotiation. Clients trust me for clear communication, accurate market insight and white-glove service from listing to closing. Whether you’re selling, buying or investing, I deliver results that speak for themselves. One-Stop Service | Full Professional Team My team and I assist with buying, selling, mortgage guidance, attorney coordination, and contractor support — providing full end-to-end service. This is ideal for clients who want to save time, reduce stress, and enjoy a smooth, simplified process. Professional • Negotiation-Focused • Long-Term Relationships My clients value my professionalism, transparency, negotiation strength, and long-term relationship approach. Specialties & Services Listing Agent Services • Home Valuation • Pricing Strategy Buyer Representation • Relocation Assistance • First-Time Homebuyers Investment & 1031 Exchange Consulting Luxury Homes & New Construction Sales Contractor & Renovation Referral Network Awards & Recognition Weichert President’s Club & Ambassador’s Club NJ Realtors Circle of Excellence (2021 – 2024) Weichert Top Lister • Top Producer • Top Revenue Units Top Realtor Edison NJ, Weichert Realtor East Brunswick, Metuchen Listing Agent, Central Jersey Real Estate Expert, NJ Home Valuation, Buy Sell Homes Middlesex County, Luxury Real Estate East Brunswick, Investment Property 1031 Exchange NJ, Award-Winning Realtor Near Me

MLS Number: 498000
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