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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Downtown area
  • Downtown living
  • Beautiful downtown

Location

581 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840, USA
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Management

51 Holly Road Associates LLC

Leasing office

(848) 359-5205 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue earns a strong overall rating, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location that suggest excellent value and convenience in a prime downtown setting. It also ranks highly for value for money and value per square foot, while nearby schools and local pet services add to its appeal, along with its urban, downtown-living atmosphere.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ayla at 581 Middlesex 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath740 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit availableBeautiful One Bedroom Apartment in Metuchen, NJ offers a comfortable, well-equipped living space with one bedroom and one bathroom. The unit includes in-home conveniences such as a washer/dryer, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, and microwave. Residents also have access to on-site amenities including a mailroom, bike room, coffee bar, and secure keyless entry for added convenience. Onsite parking is also available. Located in Metuchen, this apartment is designed for straightforward, modern living. Down the street from public transportation and downtown area. Schedule your tour today!
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath842 sqft$2,900 /mo1 unit availableThis is a well lit 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Metuchen, NJ. This modern unit includes keyless entry for convenient access. Building amenities enhance daily life with a mailroom, a bike room for secure storage, and an on-site coffee bar. Located in Metuchen, a hop and a skip to the beautiful downtown area and public transportation into the city.

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Amenities for The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Keyless Entry

Building

Bike RoomCats OK
Coffee BarDogs OK
EV ChargingMail Room
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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Property details

Units20

About The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue

HomeApartments in Metuchen The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue

Beautiful One Bedroom Apartment in Metuchen, NJ offers a comfortable, well-equipped living space with one bedroom and one bathroom. The unit includes in-home conveniences such as a washer/dryer, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, and microwave. Residents also have access to on-site amenities including a mailroom, bike room, coffee bar, and secure keyless entry for added convenience. Onsite parking is also available. Located in Metuchen, this apartment is designed for straightforward, modern living. Down the street from public transportation and downtown area. Schedule your tour today!


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, The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ayla at 581 Middlesex 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.
How we rated The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue
Price·9A 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 Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bike room. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Ayla at 581 Middlesex 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.
The Ayla at 581 Middlesex 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 The Ayla at 581 Middlesex 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.
The Ayla at 581 Middlesex 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.

The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 8 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 The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.8 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 63 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Car charging
Dedicated charging spot
In-house dry cleaning
Laundry services available
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.6 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 3.5 miles from public transportation
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Metuchen

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% higher than 1-bedrooms in Metuchen.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue to be 5% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Metuchen.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Metuchen
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Metuchen
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,347
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$2,386
September 2026$2,395
October 2026$2,368

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 581 Middlesex Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$112,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near The Ayla at 581 Middlesex Avenue

Campbell Elementary School

24 durham ave

metuchen, NJ, 8840

1-4Public
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Mildred B. Moss Elementary School

16 simpson pl

metuchen, NJ, 8840

PK, KPublic
A-

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 581 Middlesex Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 581 Middlesex Ave, Metuchen

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 581 Middlesex Ave

Whole Foods Market
645 Middlesex Ave
Krauszer's Food Store
166 Durham Ave
Ditas Market
157 Main St
Costco Wholesale
205 Vineyard Rd
Krauszer's Food Stores Inc
76 National Rd

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