262 Prospect Ave, Dunellen, NJ 08812
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$3,700/mo

Original price: $3,800
  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths

262 Prospect Ave, Dunellen, NJ 08812

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Open Parking
No Pets
Dishwasher
Forced Air, Central & Central Air
Washer, Dryer

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 262 Prospect Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Beautiful large Custom Rental with stunning wood work, 3 Bedrooms and huge loft area great for an office or living room, hardwood flooring, kitchen with center Island, Large living room, have use of back yard, patio and has a covered pergola, close to train and all major highways, tenants pays all utilites no use fireplace, tenant insurance required.

Details for 262 Prospect Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, WoodAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Central
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood

Days on Market

Days on Market: 45 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 12 months

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Driveway Open

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Agent Information

Listing Agent
MLS/Source ID: 2702004R

Additional Information

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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees
  • Base rent
    $3,700/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
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  • Application fee
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  • Administrative fee
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Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Rental Market Trends in Dunellen

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,124/mo
Average rent
$2.23K
$267MoM
Available listings
23
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What Locals Say about Dunellen

At least 65 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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  • Paula Lucas
    "Walkable downtown Train station into NYC Great restaurants Great location accessible to many major highways Small town feel Beautiful homes many with front porches and mature tree"
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    "Neighborhood is walkable and as access to train that runs the New York city. The people are neighborly. I love this town it’s kids friendly everyone know each other there is no violent in this town."
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  • Frederique F.
    "We’ve lived here for 8 years and love it. We built a home and experienced the neighborhood as a newly married couple, into mom and dads"
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  • Samantha C.
    "the sidewalks and grass are clean. not to many fast drivers. everyone here loves dogs. there are also many dog parks with friendly dogs."
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  • Barbara S.
    "It’s a very friendly town,mostly everyone knows everyone. Never see loose dogs running around,a very tight knit town. Very quiet and peaceful."
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  • Barbara S.
    "It’s a very small town walking distance to train and buses,restaurants,banks small stores everything you need is here."
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  • Barbara J.
    "I can walk to stores,restaurants,movies, I have access to everything my Dunellen is only a mile square town,"
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  • Jmlostocco
    "It’s a small town and everything is quite easy to get to. Plus you have NJ Transit train station right in town"
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  • Da1nonliielo29
    "It’s calm.. no one causes issues around here. I would love to find a place to move to in Dunellen. There’s no violence and if there is, they are coming from out of town to cause trouble. "
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  • Karen B.
    "This is a wonderful town. Good Schools with small classes, lots of walking distance shopping, and ten minutes ride to several shopping centers. Excellent access to public transportation including the traing to New York City. The city is a 35 minute car ride without traffic. This house has a very large lot in the back whtch provides a backyard that has to many possibilities. There is a park that you can see from the yard. This is a beautiful neighborhood with thoughtul neighbors. This property could be anything you want it to be no matter if you have children, are a new couple starting out or a single. Retirees lived in this house for over twenty years after retiring. Please come and see."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 14, 2026
Source: All Jersey MLS #2702004R
PriceChange
$3,700
Price decreased by 3%
Aug 6, 2026
Source: All Jersey MLS #2702004R
PriceChange
$3,800
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 3, 2026
Source: All Jersey MLS #2702004R
Listed For Rent
$4,000
Jul 21, 2026
Source: All Jersey MLS #2618006R
ListingRemoved
$1,199,000
Jul 8, 2026
Source: All Jersey MLS #2618006R
Listed For Sale
$1,199,000
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Dawn M. Tunison

Frequently asked questions about 262 Prospect Ave

  • What income do you need to rent 262 Prospect Ave?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $135K per year to rent 262 Prospect Ave in Dunellen, NJ at $3,700/mo.
  • How does the rent for 262 Prospect Ave compare to similar 3-bedroom houses in Dunellen?
    262 Prospect Ave in Dunellen, NJ rents about 3% below the area average for 3-bedroom houses in Dunellen ($3,800/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 262 Prospect Ave?
    The closest schools to 262 Prospect Ave in Dunellen, NJ are Dunellen High School (rated 3/10), John P. Faber Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Lincoln Middle School (rated 4/10).
  • What do residents say about Dunellen?
    Residents describe Dunellen, NJ as walkable to restaurants, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See apartments for rent in Dunellen, NJ.
  • Does 262 Prospect Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 262 Prospect Ave in Dunellen, NJ has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 262 Prospect Ave have parking?
    Yes, 262 Prospect Ave in Dunellen, NJ has on-site parking.

Affordability

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For this property
$133,200 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
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262 Prospect Ave, Dunellen, NJ is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom single-family home built in 1935. 262 Prospect Ave was listed for rent for $3,700/month on Aug 3, 2026.