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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Modern bathroom
- Conveniently situated
- Near shopping
- Easy access
- Accessibility
Location
195 Main St, Metuchen, NJ 08840, USA
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Property Overview
The Jax offers strong value and convenience, with a top price rating, excellent location rating, and a value-for-money score in the 100th percentile. It also stands out for its modern bathroom, easy access, nearby shopping, and accessibility, along with a solid overall rating and a helpful set of photos.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 553 sqft | $2,100 /mo | 1 unit available | Cozy and well-maintained studio apartment featuring a functional layout, a full bathroom, and a comfortable living space. One assigned parking space is included for your convenience. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, public transportation, and major highways, this apartment offers comfortable, low-maintenance living in a great location. | |
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $2,300 /mo | 1 unit available | Enjoy the comfort of this cozy one-bedroom apartment featuring a functional layout, one bedroom, a full kitchen. This inviting home offers a practical and comfortable living environment in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, public transportation, and major highways. |
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Amenities for The Jax
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 13 |
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About The Jax
Enjoy the comfort of this cozy one-bedroom apartment featuring a functional layout, one bedroom, a full kitchen. This inviting home offers a practical and comfortable living environment in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, public transportation, and major highways.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Jax is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Jax 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.
The Jax 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, The Jax 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.
The Jax 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 The Jax 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.
The Jax 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.
The Jax is great 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 The Jax compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Metuchen
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Metuchen.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Metuchen
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,298 |
| September 2024 | $2,270 |
| October 2024 | $2,295 |
| November 2024 | $2,337 |
| December 2024 | $2,350 |
| January 2025 | $2,237 |
| February 2025 | $2,162 |
| March 2025 | $2,186 |
| April 2025 | $2,347 |
| May 2025 | $2,303 |
| June 2025 | $2,289 |
| July 2025 | $2,399 |
| August 2025 | $2,365 |
| September 2025 | $2,363 |
| October 2025 | $2,366 |
| November 2025 | $2,374 |
| December 2025 | $2,302 |
| January 2026 | $2,369 |
| February 2026 | $2,384 |
| March 2026 | $2,302 |
| April 2026 | $2,287 |
| May 2026 | $2,355 |
| June 2026 | $2,395 |
| July 2026 | $2,395 |
| August 2026 | $2,387 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 195 Main St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$84,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near The Jax
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School
16 simpson pl
metuchen, NJ, 8840
PK, KPublic
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Campbell Elementary School
24 durham ave
metuchen, NJ, 8840
1-4Public
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Bright Beginnings Learning Center
1660 stelton rd
piscataway, NJ, 8854
PK, K-4Public
Piscataway Regional Day School
1670 stelton rd
piscataway, NJ, 8854
1-12Public
Oak Tree Road Elementary School
wilus way
iselin, NJ, 8830
K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Metuchen near 195 Main St
Walking
6/10
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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 195 Main St, Metuchen
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
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
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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