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Highlights

  • Spacious apartments
  • Modern appliances
  • Wall-to-wall carpeting
  • Large windows
  • Oversized closets
  • Laundry rooms

Location

33 Willow Dr, Ocean, NJ 07712, USA
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Management

Continental Gardens (CL)

Leasing office

(732) 493-4000

Property Overview

Continental Gardens receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, showcasing its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and excellent location rated 9 out of 10. Notable features include spacious apartments with modern appliances, while the property excels in promoting a vibrant social life and environmental sustainability, with numerous restaurants, parks, and wellness centers nearby. With a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, the property demonstrates transparency and value for money, effectively catering to various lifestyle preferences.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Continental Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Continental Gardens 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

One Bedroom second floor1 bed1 bath725 sqft$1,710 /mo2 units availableOur spacious, North side one bedroom, one bath apartment on the second floor offers approximately 725 square feet of living space. This apartment features wall-to-wall carpeting in the living room, dining room, and bedroom. You will love the large, walk-in bedroom closet. Each apartment includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, range, and air conditioning unit. There is also a balcony off the living room. You pay for electricity, but your rent includes your heat and hot water. There are laundry rooms, available to tenants on a 24 hour basis, and ample parking on-site. Video tour of a typical One Bedroom Apt: https www youtube com watch?v=cMfS8BFdKHw For more information please contact us by email at **** or by phone to 732-493-4000
One Bedroom Premium - 2nd Floor1 bed1 bath725 sqft$1,875 /mo1 unit availableOur spacious, North side one bedroom, one bath apartment on the second floor offers approximately 725 square feet of living space. This apartment features wall-to-wall carpeting in the living room, dining room, and bedroom. You will love the large, walk-in bedroom closet. Each apartment includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, range, and air conditioning unit. There is also a balcony off the living room. You pay for electricity, but your rent includes your heat and hot water. There are laundry rooms, available to tenants on a 24 hour basis, and ample parking on-site. Video tour of a typical One Bedroom Apt: https www youtube com watch?v=cMfS8BFdKHw For more information please contact us by email at **** or by phone to 732-493-4000
Two Bedroom Premium - 1st Floor2 bed1 bath875 sqft$2,195 /mo1 unit availableOur spacious, North side two bedroom, one bath apartment on the first floor offers approximately 725 square feet of living space. This apartment features hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, and bedroom. You will love the large, walk-in bedroom closet. Each apartment includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, range, and air conditioning unit. There is also a balcony off the living room. You pay for electricity, but your rent includes your heat and hot water. There are laundry rooms, available to tenants on a 24 hour basis, and ample parking on-site. Video tour of a typical One Bedroom Apt: https www youtube com watch?v=cMfS8BFdKHw For more information please contact us by email at **** or by phone to 732-493-4000

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Amenities for Continental Gardens

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHeat and Hot Water
Heat, Hot Water

Appliances

Air ConditonerCooking Gas
DishwasherRange
Refrigerator
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About Continental Gardens

Home Continental Gardens

Set back from the main road and surrounded by trees and open green spaces, Continental Gardens offers a peaceful residential setting with the convenience of being just minutes from Route 35, Asbury Park, Monmouth Mall, Seaview Square, top dining, and Jersey Shore beaches. Our spacious apartments feature oversized closets, large windows, and modern appliances including a refrigerator, dishwasher, oven/range, and air conditioning. Residents enjoy amenities that are hard to find in the area, including inviting courtyard spaces and ample off-street parking, all supported by professional on-site management and responsive maintenance. Visit Continental Gardens for a private tour today and experience a community where comfort, location, and everyday living come together seamlessly.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Continental Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Continental Gardens 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 Continental Gardens
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.
Continental Gardens 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·10A 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.
Continental Gardens stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Continental Gardens 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 Continental Gardens does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Continental Gardens is great for:

Eco living

  • 2 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area

Social life

  • 50 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 3 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 110 mixed-use spaces nearby

Wellness

  • 1 farmers market or health food store nearby
  • 19 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 2 parks nearby
  • 9 health/wellness centers nearby

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 Continental Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 105 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Ocean

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Ocean.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Continental Gardens to be 40% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ocean.

Median rents as of Dec 27 2025.
Ocean
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ocean
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,905
May 2024$1,912
June 2024$1,672
July 2024$1,656
August 2024$1,510
September 2024$1,447
October 2024$1,767
November 2024$1,739
December 2024$1,600
January 2025$1,921
February 2025$1,795
June 2025$1,700
July 2025$1,706
August 2025$1,705
September 2025$1,852
October 2025$1,875
November 2025$1,751
December 2025$1,700

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Can I afford to live at 33 Willow Dr?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$71,700/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,700 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,792.
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Schools near Continental Gardens

Wayside Elementary School

733 bowne rd

ocean, NJ, 7712

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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Ocean near 33 Willow Dr

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 33 Willow Dr, Ocean

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 33 Willow Dr

Krauszer's Food Store
807 Deal Rd
BJ's Wholesale Club
1904 State Route 35
Internation Mexican Grocery
2112 State Route 35
Wegmans
1104 State Route 35
Costco Wholesale
2361 State Route 66

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