Apartments For Rent in Metuchen, NJ

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What Locals Say about Metuchen

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Metuchen, NJ: small-town charm with lively downtown, easy NYC train, walkable and family-friendly. People love the safe, walkable downtown, frequent events, parks, and easy NYC trains. They dislike longer commutes, some traffic and driver behavior, and older-home teardowns.
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  • Rkpabla8886
    "Friendly neighborhood, welcoming never felt scared walking alone safe for kids. restaurants are in walking distance "
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  • Maura Mohammed
    "I work in nyc. It is a long commute. But pretty easy. There are many train stations in town and there is always a way to get to work. "
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  • Carlisadoria
    Radio Section, Metuchen
    "Downtown events for families almost monthly with The Plaza as the space holding most events in middle of downtown shops and restaurants. Welcoming vibe. "
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  • Michelle Vale
    "There’s a great sense of community here. There are lots of family members events and a cute downtown. "
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  • Vinod Tiwari
    "Metuchen is good township to leave or plan for lunch , breakfast or dinner. It’s close to NJ transit train station so commute is easy for New York downtown "
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  • 8s297ct957
    Radio Section, Metuchen
    "It’s has a small town feel, with a soho flare. It truly is a great place to visit and or live. From the ice cream shop to the art gallery. "
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  • Michael Napolitano
    "I was born and raised here. But that really doesn’t matter because there are so many transplants from other places. The reason is because it’s a safe, happy place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very friendly area. Great access to train, downtown, parks, schools, trails, highways, pretty much everything."
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  • Trulia User
    Southeast Quadrant, Metuchen
    "Big Home Depot homes being built by knocking down old classic homes. Not special. "
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  • Hadyak
    "Good transit to NYC, 40 min to penn station. I recommend this town for people working in New York City."
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  • Jessika.gilman
    "I would describe my commute in metuchen from my house to be Easy to get to major highways and public transportation. "
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  • Anazario
    Radio Section, Metuchen
    "Walkability is amazing here. The past three years I have seen more kids playing outside. It’s great to see that again. "
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  • Mala.roberts
    "Metuchen is safe for family and kids. Station to New York has great service. Have CVS, Walmart and Whole Foods. Metuchen down town is so much fun in summer and have great family restaurants. "
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  • Caresse S.
    "It is a perfect suburban town. Perfect for new families! Walking distance of a direct line to New York"
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  • Francisco T.
    "It is family friendly and does no have any crime.everyone is friendly and outgoing..near to many restaurants too."
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  • Sara T.
    Radio Section, Metuchen
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for seven years. I currently work in Monmouth County, and I have such easy access to the roads I need to get there. I can get to Route 1, 287, and the parkway and be at work in less than 30 minutes. I also commute into Manhattan a few times a month for work and I am able to walk to the train station downtown and easily commute into Penn station."
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  • Shayla D. B. .
    "I work here in Metuchen! It’s friendly, quiet and such a cute town. I wouldn’t mind living here. Nice houses, traffic is ok. It’s very cozy! 🥰"
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  • Agnes O.
    "There’s no sense of community or togetherness in the area. I fear for the future of my kids. I want my neighborhood to scream safety,fun, and friendship. "
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  • Agnes O.
    "Street fair is a hit!! All neighborhood gets together to celebrate local food, produce, arts and crafts as well as organizations and community. "
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  • Ed C.
    "Everyone in this town watches out for each other which keeps us all safe. Great schools. Walk to train to Manhattan."
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  • Kb B.
    "I work here. Lovely quiet neighborhood. It’s very nice and quiet. Traffic of not bad. It’s nice for families. "
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  • Tg225
    "People are friendly to dog owners If they are responsible with there dogs Clean up after them Walk them on leads "
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  • Marlon G.
    "I don’t have a commute because I work from home. The people that pick up their live-ins or spouses could care less about pedestrians."
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  • Da'miya Carter
    "It is a safe environment for kids it is peaceful so we can have a piece of mind and the scenery is gorgeous."
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  • Hoss
    "Too many to mention esp after the opening of the town square. Swing dance farmers market movie night. Etc etc "
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  • Liz B.
    "Great downtown loaded with great restaurants and extensive cultural activities. Small town so everyone is friendly and accepting. "
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  • Kaushik
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 5+ years and I absolutely love it. Friendly neighborhood , great school district, commute to NYC is good with lot of trains available throughout the day and lots of shopping and restaurants close by."
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  • Andremendoza11
    "Lots of open space, fields, parks, and an amazing dog park! All within a 10 min drive from anywhere in metuchen"
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  • Mblanchard0621
    "Being able to walk to so many places. Plus we have the bike path which is great for exercising. We also have fabulous restaurants and our own train station. "
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Average Rent Trends in Metuchen, NJ

Rent in Metuchen, 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 Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$2,600
Aug 2025$2,575
Sep 2025$2,500
Oct 2025$2,500
Nov 2025$2,800
Dec 2025$2,950
Jan 2026$2,995
Feb 2026$2,600
Mar 2026$2,525
Apr 2026$2,600
May 2026$2,616
Jun 2026$2,620
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,295$2,750$2,600$3,800$2,425
Townhomes$2,000$2,950$2,300—$2,300
Apartments and Condos$2,295$2,300$2,600—$2,295
Houses—$1,900—$3,800$3,800
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Metuchen, NJ

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Metuchen, NJ?
    The average rent of an apartment in Metuchen, NJ is $2,553 per month. This is about 31% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Metuchen, NJ?
    The average rent of a house in Metuchen, NJ is $3,800 per month. This is about 95% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Metuchen, NJ?
    The average rent of a townhome in Metuchen, NJ is $2,300 per month. This is about 18% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Metuchen, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Metuchen, NJ was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $2,460 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Metuchen, NJ?
    In the last year, the average rent in Metuchen, NJ was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $3,048 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Metuchen, NJ?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Metuchen, NJ is $2,295 per month. That is about $329 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Metuchen, NJ?
    There are 38 available rental listings in Metuchen, NJ.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Metuchen, NJ?
    Some neighborhoods in Metuchen, NJ include: Southeast Quadrant, Radio Section.
  • What are some zip codes in Metuchen, NJ?
    Metuchen, NJ includes zip codes such as: 08840.
  • What are some cities near Metuchen, NJ?
    Some nearby cities include: Edison, Fords, Iselin, Keasbey, South Plainfield. These cities may have more rental options to explore.