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.