THE GRAND AT MORRIS
540 Morris Ave,
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
$2,150 - $2,895 | 1-2 Beds
The largest city in Union County, Elizabeth is a bustling town in northeastern New Jersey, centrally located near Staten Island, New York City, Jersey City, and Newark. Elizabeth was built on shipping and industry, but has modernized into a picturesque residential community that’s teeming with urban amenities. This city has a rich history that can be seen through the city’s grand architecture like the Elizabeth Public Library and the Union County Courthouse.
Live music venues, shopping malls, local bars and restaurants, and riverfront green spaces are just a few of the perks of living in this New Jersey suburb. Just outside of Elizabeth, you’ll discover Kean University and Warinanco Park. Top-notch shopping, dining, and entertainment options await at the famous Mills at Jersey Gardens, and the Elizabeth and North Elizabeth Train Stations keep commuting simple, along with the easy access to Interstate 95 – not to mention that the Newark Liberty International Airport is located in Elizabeth!
Take a break from the city at the Waterfront Park.
Elizabeth has a lively downtown.
The Ritz Theater is the cornerstone of Downtown Elizabeth.
As of July 2025, the average apartment rent in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,388 for a studio, $1,551 for one bedroom, $2,007 for two bedrooms, and $2,074 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elizabeth has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
The cost of living in Elizabeth, NJ is 13.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Elizabeth is 35.3% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,386 - $2,074. You can expect to pay 5.2% more for groceries, 3.6% more for utilities, and 5.0% more for transportation.
Very Walkable
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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1,089 Students
No 4 John Battin Elementary School
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Grades PK-8
783 Students
Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30
Public
Grades PK-8
764 Students
Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
623 Students
Public
Grades PK & 2-8
1,126 Students
Public
Grades PK & 2-8
1,089 Students
No 4 John Battin Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
783 Students
Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30
Public
Grades PK-8
764 Students
Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
623 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,281 Students
A Hamilton Preparatory Academy
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Grades 9-12
996 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,070 Students
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Grades 9-12
1,443 Students
Adm W F Halsey Leadership Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
1,299 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2025.