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Highlights
- All utilities included
- Shared bathroom
- Close to public transportation and shopping
Location
12 Prospect Ave # 14, Dunellen, NJ 08812, USA
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Property Overview
1214 Prospect Avenue has an overall strong rating, with excellent marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. It includes all utilities, shared bathroom access, and is close to public transportation and shopping, while also offering proximity to top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1214 Prospect Avenue - 5 | Studio | 1 bath | $820 /mo | Room Available, all utilities included, shared bathroom. Available immediately. |
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Amenities for 1214 Prospect Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Aircon |
| Electric | Hot Water |
| Trash Included | Utilities Included |
| Utilities/Sewer |
Tech
| Utilities/Cable |
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About 1214 Prospect Avenue
Single room in rooming house. Close to public transportation and shopping. Shared bathroom and no kitchen. All utilities included.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1214 Prospect Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1214 Prospect Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1214 Prospect Avenue 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.
1214 Prospect Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including air conditioning. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1214 Prospect Avenue 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.
1214 Prospect Avenue 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 1214 Prospect Avenue 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.
1214 Prospect Avenue 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 1214 Prospect Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Dunellen
studio apartments at 1214 Prospect Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for studio apartments in Dunellen.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Dunellen
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | $820 |
| September 2026 | $820 |
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StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$32,800/yr
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Schools near 1214 Prospect Avenue
John P. Faber Elementary School
400 high st
dunellen, NJ, 8812
PK, K-5Public
C+
Woodland Intermediate School
fisher ave
middlesex, NJ, 8846
4-5Public
B-
Piscataway Township Schools Children's Corner
275 old new brunswick rd
piscataway, NJ, 8854
PKPublic
Smalley Elementary School
163 cherry avenue
bound brook, NJ, 8805
3-6Public
C-
Lafayette Elementary School
60 west high st
bound brook, NJ, 8805
1-2Public
C
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Getting around Dunellen near 12 Prospect Ave # 14
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 12 Prospect Ave # 14, Dunellen
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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