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165 Essex Ave #108, Metuchen, NJ 08840, USA
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Amenities for 165 Essex Ave #108
Features
| 2 Floors | Air Conditioning |
| Ceiling Fan | Central Air |
| Central Heat | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Other
| Architecture Style: Contemporary | Ceiling Fans |
| Exterior Type: Vinyl Siding | Five Rooms |
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About 165 Essex Ave #108
Property Status: Active Welcome to this well-maintained, two-level townhouse in the desirable Essex Mews community of Metuchen! Offering 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 1,276 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. The first floor features a spacious living and dining area with sliding glass doors leading to a private, fenced-in paver patio. The bright eat-in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms each feature a private full bathroom. Additional highlights include hardwood flooring on the 1st floor, new vinyl plank flooring on the 2nd floor, central heating and air conditioning, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Conveniently located near downtown Metuchen, the NJ Transit train station, shopping and dining, including Whole Foods, Costco, Walmart, and Aldi. Easy access to I-287, Route 1, and the NJ Turnpike makes commuting a breeze! Pets are allowed with size restrictions. No smoking inside the property. A minimum credit score of 700 is required. Office Phone: (240) 481-5170 Copyright © 2026 All Jersey MLS. 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 165 Essex Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 1150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.3 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 08840 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Metuchen
2-bedroom apartments at 165 Essex Ave #108 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Metuchen.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Metuchen
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,996 |
| December 2024 | $2,984 |
| January 2025 | $3,000 |
| February 2025 | $3,000 |
| March 2025 | $2,995 |
| April 2025 | $2,900 |
| May 2025 | $2,790 |
| June 2025 | $2,706 |
| July 2025 | $2,645 |
| August 2025 | $2,598 |
| September 2025 | $2,597 |
| October 2025 | $2,713 |
| November 2025 | $3,007 |
| December 2025 | $3,059 |
| January 2026 | $3,008 |
| February 2026 | $2,918 |
| March 2026 | $2,837 |
| April 2026 | $2,880 |
| May 2026 | $2,845 |
| June 2026 | $2,756 |
| July 2026 | $2,837 |
| August 2026 | $2,773 |
| September 2026 | $2,706 |
| October 2026 | $2,745 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 8 months ago | $2,650 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 2 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2 years ago | $3,100 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2 years ago | $2,600 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 3 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 4 years ago | $2,250 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 4 years ago | $2,250 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 165 Essex Ave #108
Campbell Elementary School
24 durham ave
metuchen, NJ, 8840
1-4Public
A-
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
16 simpson pl
metuchen, NJ, 8840
PK, KPublic
A-
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
1660 stelton rd
piscataway, NJ, 8854
PK, K-4Public
Piscataway Regional Day School
1670 stelton rd
piscataway, NJ, 8854
1-12Public
Oak Tree Road Elementary School
wilus way
iselin, NJ, 8830
K-5Public
A-
Getting around Metuchen near 165 Essex Ave #108
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 165 Essex Ave #108, Metuchen
Groceries
7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also some specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
5/10
Several fashion stores are within a short walk.
Cafes
4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.
Restaurants
5/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.
Primary schools
7/10
The closest elementary school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.
High schools
3/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
Parks
5/10
Very few or no parks in the area.
Nightlife
4/10
The closest bar is within a 5-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.
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