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12 Central Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, USA
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Amenities for 12 Central Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Basement | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Other
| Multi Units | Nine Rooms |
| View Type: Lake | View Type: Water |
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About 12 Central Ave
Property Status: Active Charming riverfront Colonial available for rent, offering character, comfort, and outdoor living. A slate patio overlooks a beautiful backyard with direct river access. A private dock is included, along with two kayaks and a paddleboard for tenant use. Inside, the home features high ceilings, hardwood floors, and crown molding. The living room offers a brick fireplace with gas insert, and the updated kitchen includes stainless steel Jenn-Air appliances, granite countertops, and opens to the dining area. A sun-filled family room faces the river with expansive windows. Upstairs includes a spacious primary suite with a large bathroom, two additional bedrooms, and a full hall bath. A walk-up third floor provides a flexible fourth bedroom, office, or studio. Additional features include central air, finished basement space, laundry, ample storage, and an oversized one-car garage. Conveniently located near parks, downtown Cranford, and NYC rail and bus transportation. Office Phone: (908) 664-1500 Copyright © 2026 Garden State MLS, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 12 Central Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
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Address details
| Zip code | 07016 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Cranford
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Cranford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,195 |
| March 2024 | $2,233 |
| April 2024 | $2,229 |
| May 2024 | $2,233 |
| June 2024 | $2,057 |
| July 2024 | $2,346 |
| August 2024 | $2,316 |
| September 2024 | $2,195 |
| October 2024 | $2,095 |
| November 2024 | $2,218 |
| December 2024 | $2,174 |
| January 2025 | $2,400 |
| February 2025 | $2,297 |
| March 2025 | $2,392 |
| April 2025 | $2,475 |
| May 2025 | $2,080 |
| June 2025 | $2,097 |
| July 2025 | $2,165 |
| August 2025 | $2,210 |
| September 2025 | $2,200 |
| October 2025 | $2,200 |
| November 2025 | $2,200 |
| January 2026 | $2,172 |
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4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 12 Central Ave
Brookside Place School
700 brookside pl
cranford, NJ, 7016
K-5Public
A
Orange Avenue School
901 orange ave
cranford, NJ, 7016
3-8Public
A-
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Getting around Cranford near 12 Central Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 12 Central Ave, Cranford
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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