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Highlights

  • Cable/internet
  • Modern amenities
  • Modern design
  • High-quality finishes
  • Private space
  • Fully renovated first-floor apartment

Location

401 Sanford Ave, Dunellen, NJ 08812, USA
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Property Overview

401 Sanford Ave is a meticulously renovated first-floor apartment that features modern design and high-quality finishes, complemented by essential amenities like cable and internet. With a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, a perfect price rating, and impressive scores for amenities and location, it reflects a compelling blend of value and convenience. The property’s trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10 underscores a commitment to transparency, allowing prospective renters to feel assured about their choice.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 401 Sanford Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 Sanford Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bathWelcome to your new home in the heart of Dunellen, NJ! This fully renovated, first-floor apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The modern design and high-quality finishes create a comfortable and stylish living space. The back deck off the kitchen is a perfect spot for outdoor relaxation, providing a private space to enjoy the fresh air. This apartment combines the charm of Dunellen living with the convenience of modern amenities. Experience the best of both worlds in this beautiful, newly renovated apartment. Tenants are responsible for gas, electric, cable/internet, and providing their own window AC units. Tenants are responsible for 1.5 month security deposit and 1st month's rent due at lease signing.

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Amenities for 401 Sanford Ave

Apartment Amenities

Back DeckDeck
First FloorFully Renovated
Two-Bedroom

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Water/Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn CareSnow & Ice Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Building details

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About 401 Sanford Ave

HomeApartments in Dunellen 401 Sanford Ave

Welcome to your new home in the heart of Dunellen, NJ! This fully renovated, first-floor apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The modern design and high-quality finishes create a comfortable and stylish living space. The back deck off the kitchen is a perfect spot for outdoor relaxation, providing a private space to enjoy the fresh air. This apartment combines the charm of Dunellen living with the convenience of modern amenities. Experience the best of both worlds in this beautiful, newly renovated apartment. Tenants are responsible for gas, electric, cable/internet, and providing their own window AC units. Tenants are responsible for 1.5 month security deposit and 1st month's rent due at lease signing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 401 Sanford Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 Sanford Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 401 Sanford Ave
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
401 Sanford Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
401 Sanford Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn care. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 401 Sanford Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
401 Sanford Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 401 Sanford Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
401 Sanford Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 401 Sanford Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Dunellen

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Dunellen
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Dunellen
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,850
September 2024$1,956
October 2024$2,095
November 2024$2,095
March 2025$2,337
April 2025$2,260
May 2025$2,264
June 2025$2,291
July 2025$2,300
August 2025$2,371
September 2025$2,311

Schools near 401 Sanford Ave

John P. Faber Elementary School

400 high st

dunellen, NJ, 8812

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Dunellen near 401 Sanford Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 401 Sanford Ave, Dunellen

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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