Apartments For Rent in Avenel, NJ

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Apartments For Rent Near Avenel, NJ

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What Locals Say about Avenel

Review Highlights

Avenel, NJ: easy-living suburb with quick trains, highways, parks, and a welcoming vibe. Loved for safe, friendly feel, parks and trails, walkable shops, and fast commutes. Drawbacks: station parking hassles, growing crowding, noise, and rising rents.
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  • Alex Sornoza
    "In this area there is Lots of walking area. A nice big part is also available for people to bring their pets."
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  • Trulia User
    "very family oriented. schools are good. supermarket close by. 2 malls less than 15 minutes away. alot of food choices"
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  • Trulia User
    "I live here in the area and it is very peaceful and quiet. I wouldn’t change anything for the world. The parking is easy and the neighbors look out for one another "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s nice when the community comes together for events with kids and safety awareness meetings with the local police department. "
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  • Trulia User
    "All of my neighbors are friendly and says hi when we pass each other. Children are usually out riding their bikes, playing basketball; or going to the skate park"
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  • Anil S.
    "Access to trains from near by stations is easy. though there are parking issues. So you need to find a parking space before you plan to choose your station"
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  • Rodguez.guillermo
    "Rahway station is closed , also Avenel station. i heard is a great place to live , also train to NY "
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  • Rapfreddy
    "good safe and the police are always driving around always parking in shoping areas everyone seems very nice "
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  • Karen N. K.
    "Very dog friendly neighborhood. Usually friendly faces lots of areas for kids to play. Some street noise depending where you live overall decent neighborhood I’d like to stay living here "
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  • Katy A.
    "Avenel is very family oriented, it has lots of parks and entertainment for kids and adults. Very safe to walk anytime during the day. "
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  • Mark P.
    "dog owners would love this area because they get to meet alot of other dogs and owners people do clean up behind their dogs and their are alot of places to walk your dogs "
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  • Alexprimetri
    "growing area good opportunities. good things are coming. lots of new construction in 10 years this will be a very nice area. and right now is in the right direction. "
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  • Regina
    "It's a nice bedroom community. The Woodbridge Train station is less than a mile away. Route 1/9, Routes 35 & 9, GSP and the Turnpike are all less than 2-5 miles away is about two miles away and those cooridoors provide you with endless possibilities for shopping, restaurants, movie theatres, Malls, businesses etc. Volunteer Fire Station, Urgent Care, Police Station are all close by and many Schools."
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  • Carol A. C.
    "We have many events for children of all ages. Parades carnivals. Block party’s a Twice a year the town has a flea market Car shows free Concerts in the spring"
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  • Alex R.
    "very quiet neighborhood close to the train station as well and major highways as well. parks. hospitals"
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  • Karena B.
    "Quite, clean . Beautiful community park where there’s tennis and bbq pans . Guidelines are posted and members of the community abide by them"
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  • Ankita
    "Clean friendly neighborhood. Many hiking trails nearby for the dogs. Safe to live. I have been living here for the past two years and found the place perfect for a family!"
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  • Spygirl0507
    "I’m just looking right now but I’m looking to move from my to North Carolina in the future I’m very happy about the excellent school system "
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  • Rp
    "Have long time family friends in area. Lovely neighborhood with wonderful values. Great place for families."
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  • Poonam.amp
    "Everything is at a walking distance! Restaurant, pharmacy, schools, grocery store! Well lit, safe neighborhood, friendly people! "
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  • Stayingprivette
    "Close to stores and transportation. Neighborhood used to be nice, has gone downhill over the past 10 years"
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  • Jaquayah S.
    "Plenty of businesses. Highways close and shopping. Schools nearby. Banking, parks . Great variable neighborhood "
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  • Michellecordovi
    "Great location. Close to anything you’ll ever need within close driving distance. Clean, quiet, and friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Inez M.
    "I've lived here for 10 years and the people here are friendly. We even help each other during inclement weather like shoveling steps and walkways for each other. I come home most nights late and i don't feel afraid to get out of my car to enter my apartment, very nice area."
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  • Allysa P.
    "It's safe but sometimes you'll get rowdy neighbors. Getting super over crowded and the new apartments being built are only adding to that. "
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  • Klcmos
    "To cultural diversity is high in this area. Many different cultures. Not friendly at all. I have no idea of the school system, simply because I cannot no children ."
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  • Yeleinny85
    "Love it! The best I love that is very quiet and family oriented I love how the streets are very clean and best of all the best schools in this neighborhood "
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  • Diana R.
    "Woodbridge Township sends out emails regularly with activities going on in the community. I am unaware of any special events off hand as I only lived here for a year and half."
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Average Rent Trends in Avenel, NJ

Rent in Avenel, NJ varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in May 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,200
Jul 2025$2,050
Aug 2025$2,600
Sep 2025$2,495
Oct 2025$2,495
Nov 2025$2,395
Dec 2025$2,300
Jan 2026$2,047
Feb 2026$2,000
Mar 2026$2,200
Apr 2026$2,250
May 2026$2,250
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Houses were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Townhomes.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,660$2,495$1,890$3,500$2,250
Townhomes—$2,850——$2,850
Apartments and Condos$1,850$2,290$2,850—$2,290
Houses$1,660$2,250$3,850$3,500$1,725
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Avenel, NJ

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Avenel, NJ?
    The average rent of an apartment in Avenel, NJ is $2,028 per month. This is about 5% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Avenel, NJ?
    The average rent of a house in Avenel, NJ is $1,725 per month. This is about 11% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Avenel, NJ?
    The average rent of a townhome in Avenel, NJ is $2,850 per month. This is about 48% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Avenel, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Avenel, NJ was lowest in Jul 2025 when it was $2,050 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Avenel, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Avenel, NJ was highest in May 2025 when it was $2,600 per month.
  • How many available rental listings are in Avenel, NJ?
    There are 14 available rental listings in Avenel, NJ.
  • What are some zip codes in Avenel, NJ?
    Avenel, NJ includes zip codes such as: 07001.
  • What are some cities near Avenel, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: Port Reading, Rahway, Sewaren, Woodbridge, Carteret. These cities may have more rental options to explore.