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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Brand-new community
  • Washers and dryers
  • Luxury apartment living
  • All brand-new kitchen appliances

Location

848 River Drive, Garfield, New Jersey 07026, United States
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Meridia Garfield 848

Leasing office

(201) 473-4618

Property Overview

Meridia Garfield 848 receives a strong expert rating of 8 out of 10, highlighting its desirability among renters. The property impresses with its excellent amenities and location ratings of 8 and 9, respectively, indicating a superior living experience with convenient access to public transport and local schools. Noteworthy features include hardwood floors, brand-new kitchen appliances, and in-unit washers and dryers, which enhance its appeal as a competitive choice in the market.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Meridia Garfield 848 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meridia Garfield 848 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Floor plans

Studio EStudio1 bath531 sqft$1,975–$1,995 /mo2 units available
Studio DStudio1 bath531 sqft$1,980 /mo1 unit available
Studio CStudio1 bath694 sqft$2,050 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Meridia Garfield 848

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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Meridia Garfield 848

HomeApartments in Garfield Meridia Garfield 848

Meridia Garfield 848 is located in the beautiful City of Garfield at the junction of the Passaic and Saddle Rivers. Our brand-new community features beautiful hardwood floors, washers and dryers in every unit, and all brand-new kitchen appliances. Our location is surrounded by parks, including Dahnert’s Lake County Park with beautiful water views. We are just minutes away from major highways including the Garden State Parkway, Rt. 46, and Rt. 21 as well as the Plauderville Train Station. With easy access to public transportation, you are only 30 minutes from Penn Station, giving you access to all the arts, music, food, and culture New York and New Jersey have to offer. Every unit is equipped with its own washer and dryer, granite countertops, and hardwood floors throughout. You do not want to pass up this Community. Garfield 848 defines luxury apartment living in New Jersey. Call us to learn more about leasing 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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Meridia Garfield 848 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meridia Garfield 848 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 Meridia Garfield 848
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.
Meridia Garfield 848 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·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, Meridia Garfield 848 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.
Meridia Garfield 848 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 Meridia Garfield 848 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.
Meridia Garfield 848 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Gia was a pleasure to work with during the leasing process. The Meridia is a nice building overall, but Gia’s assistance made the process swift and smooth. Couldn’t have gotten any luckier!

Matthew Exebio

Matthew Exebio

Jun 24, 2024

Gia Helen Bobby have been awesome helping me from the very beginning of my move into 848 River Drive. Quick accurate helpful with answers solutions.. I highly recommend 848 Meridia to move into…!! Stephen

Stephen Lieber

Stephen Lieber

Aug 15, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 Meridia Garfield 848 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
Studio is 78 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Garfield

Studio apartments at Meridia Garfield 848 cost about 9% more than the average rent price for studios in Garfield.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Garfield
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,950
January 2024$1,950
February 2024$1,923
March 2024$1,923
April 2024$1,935
May 2024$1,961
June 2024$1,972
July 2024$1,950
August 2024$1,963
September 2024$1,953
October 2024$1,824
November 2024$1,742
December 2024$1,750
January 2025$1,731
February 2025$1,672
March 2025$1,813
April 2025$1,868
May 2025$1,772
June 2025$1,797
July 2025$1,786
August 2025$1,860
September 2025$1,955
October 2025$1,939
November 2025$1,891
December 2025$1,831

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Can I afford to live at 848 River Drive?

Bedrooms

Studio

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

$79,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,200 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,980.
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Schools near Meridia Garfield 848

Washington Irving School No. 4

12 madonna pl

garfield, NJ, 7026

PK, K-5Public
B

Garfield Early Childhood Learning Center

241 ray st

garfield, NJ, 7026

PKPublic
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Getting around Garfield near 848 River Drive

Walking

7/10
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.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 848 River Drive, Garfield

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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