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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Near restaurants
  • All utilities
  • Completely renovated in 2024
  • Near shops
  • Street parking

Location

208 5th St, Elizabeth, NJ 07206, USA
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Management

Tverdov Housing

Leasing office

(732) 675-3486

Property Overview

208 5th St presents an appealing rental option with an overall Zumper rating of 8.3, reflecting its great value with a price rating of 10. Its prime location near restaurants and shops, combined with outstanding amenities rated at 8 and a solid trustworthiness score of 7, enhances its desirability. The fully renovated property in 2024 ensures modern living, while its proximity to a highly rated elementary school adds to its appeal.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 208 5th St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 208 5th St 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

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,700 /mo1 unit availableThis building was completely renovated in 2024 and is move-in ready! This first-floor unit has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and is conveniently located near major highways, restaurants, and shops to enjoy. Street parking is available. Tenants are responsible for all utilities. For a viewing and more info please EMAIL: **** or call/text (732) 675-3486.

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Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 208 5th St

HomeApartments in Elizabeth 208 5th St

This building was completely renovated in 2024 and is move-in ready! This first-floor unit has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and is conveniently located near major highways, restaurants, and shops to enjoy. Street parking is available. Tenants are responsible for all utilities. For a viewing and more info please EMAIL: **** or call/text (732) 675-3486.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 208 5th St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 208 5th St 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 208 5th St
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.
208 5th St 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 208 5th St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
208 5th St 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 208 5th St 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.
208 5th St 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 208 5th St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away

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Rent trends in Elizabeth

2-bedroom apartments at 208 5th St cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Elizabeth.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Elizabeth
A table of studio rental data trends in Elizabeth
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,991
December 2023$2,001
January 2024$1,725
February 2024$2,000
March 2024$1,901
April 2024$1,854
May 2024$1,695
June 2024$2,357
July 2024$2,309
August 2024$1,932
September 2024$2,008
October 2024$2,150
November 2024$2,200
December 2024$2,130
January 2025$2,100
February 2025$1,968
March 2025$1,800
April 2025$1,750
May 2025$1,690
June 2025$1,500
July 2025$1,170
August 2025$1,100
September 2025$1,285
October 2025$1,164

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near 208 5th St

John Marshall School No. 20

521 magnolia ave

elizabeth, NJ, 7206

K-8Public
C

Iprep Academy School No 8

221-227 court st

elizabeth, NJ, 7206

K-8Public
C

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early Childhood Center #52

130 trumbull st

elizabeth, NJ, 7206

PKPublic

Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center #51

544 pennsylvania ave

elizabeth, NJ, 7207

PKPublic

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30

730 pennsylvania ave

elizabeth, NJ, 7208

PK, K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Elizabeth near 208 5th St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 208 5th St, Elizabeth

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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