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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Wi-fi access
  • Full size in-unit washer and dryer
  • Fitness center with top-of-the-line equipment
  • Large tv
  • Exquisite finishes

Location

180 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008, USA
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Management

RVN Management LLC

Leasing office

(551) 999-2903

Property Overview

Lexington at Carteret offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and location, with an 8.5 overall rating and especially high marks for price, amenities, and convenience. It features stainless steel appliances, wi-fi access, a full-size in-unit washer and dryer, a fitness center with top-of-the-line equipment, a large TV, and exquisite finishes, while also standing out for pet-friendly nearby options and outdoor spaces.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Lexington at Carteret is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Lexington at Carteret 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2 bed2 bath1,080+ sqft$2,500–$2,800 /mo2 units availableAmazing Newer Construction Community. This elevator building features a Massive Roof Deck with sweeping views of NYC and the Arthur Kill River. Some other community features are a Fitness Room, Roof Top Community Lounge w/Kitchen, Business Center, Covered Parking, Secure Package Room. Transitional Finishes through, Quarts Counter tops, Stainless Steel Appliances, Full Size Washer/Dryer inside each home. Located on the North East Corner of Middlesex Co, this property allows for a simple NYC commute, with a direct bus to Port Authority literally on the corner. Also located walking distance to multiple parks, schools, and restaurants.

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Amenities for Lexington at Carteret

Apartment Amenities

DryerWater

Appliances

DishwasherFridge/Freezer
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
Range

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Lexington at Carteret

HomeApartments in Carteret Lexington at Carteret

Lexington of Carteret offers the charm of a suburban lifestyle and luxury building amenities and services. Often considered a hidden gem for families, Carteret is located on the northern edge of Middlesex County along the Arthur Kill River, which provides lovely scenic views. Indoor community amenities included is a fitness center with top of the line equipment, spacious tenant lounge with Wi-Fi access and large TV for tenant entertainment use as well as a tenant business center. All packages are stored in a secured package room. An on-site parking garage is available for tenants. Enjoy the beautiful outdoor rooftop terrace with sweeping views of NYC and the Arthur Kill River. Apartments include amenities with exquisite finishes including Quarts counter tops, stainless steel appliances, full size in-unit washer and dryer and much more. This property is pet friendly for both cats and small dogs. Tenants will always feel safe with the high technology key fob system used for entry access to both the property and each tenant unit. A building super is on-site to accommodate maintenance requests as needed. NYC is a simple and quick commute with nearby public transportation stations and direct bus routes to NYC Port Authority. Lexington at Carteret is nearby multiple parks, schools, shopping centers and restaurants.


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, Lexington at Carteret is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Lexington at Carteret 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 Lexington at Carteret
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.
Lexington at Carteret 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.
Lexington at Carteret goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Lexington at Carteret 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.
Lexington at Carteret 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 Lexington at Carteret 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.
Lexington at Carteret 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.

Lexington at Carteret is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Lexington at Carteret compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 72 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Carteret

2-bedroom apartments at Lexington at Carteret cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Carteret.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Carteret
A table of studio rental data trends in Carteret
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$2,100
July 2025$2,100
August 2025$2,100
September 2025$2,100
October 2025$2,103
November 2025$2,687
December 2025$2,125
January 2026$2,125
February 2026$2,125
March 2026$2,125
April 2026$2,125
May 2026$2,125
June 2026$2,118
July 2026$2,108

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$100,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Schools near Lexington at Carteret

Columbus School

1 carteret ave

carteret, NJ, 7008

PK, K-4Public
C

Acelero Learning - Carteret Center

132 emerson st

carteret, NJ, 7008

PKPublic

PS 37 The David Marquis School of the Arts

15 fairfield st

staten island, NY, 10308

PK, K-12Public

South Richmond High School - I.S./P.S. 25

6581 hylan blvd

staten island, NY, 10309

PK, K-12Public
B-

P.S. 373R

91 henderson ave

staten island, NY, 10307

PK, K-8Public
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Getting around Carteret near 180 Roosevelt 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 180 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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