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Apartments for Rent in Carteret NJ - 218 Rentals

218 Rentals

Carteret, NJ Apartments for Rent

Located directly across the Arthur Kill from Staten Island, Carteret was once part of the Woodbridge Township. It became the borough of Roosevelt in 1906 and was renamed Carteret in 1922. This popular community is bordered by the Rahway River to the north, Arthur Kill to the east, and the Ernest L. Oros Wildlife Preserve to the west. Due to its central location, the borough bills itself as the "Center of it All."

Residents enjoy a fantastic location and beautiful parks. Carteret Waterfront Park has a fishing pier and access to two hiking trails: Danielle's Garden Trail and the Waterfront Fitness Trail. Shopping in Carteret is plentiful -- the brick-paved sidewalks and outdoor cafes along Washington Avenue provide historic charm and locally-owned businesses, while the shops and restaurants along Roosevelt Avenue have a more modern feel. With just 22 miles to Manhattan, 10 miles to Newark, and 70 miles to Philadelphia, residents can easily commute to nearby cities. Mass transit is available to make the trips even easier.

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Carteret, NJ Rental Insights

The average rent in Carteret, NJ is $2,140 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,630, which means housing in Carteret, NJ is slightly more expensive than much of the country.

You can find flexible rentals in Carteret, 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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