Monthly rent

$4,995

Beds

Baths

Sqft

–

Monthly rent	$4,995
Beds	4
Baths	2
Sqft	–

5+ Days Ago

Highlights

Quartz countertops
Modern kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Sleek cabinetry
Excellent location
Wood flooring

Location

309 S 2nd Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904, USA

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Contact

Simplify Living, Inc.

(844) 622-6787

About 309 S 2nd Ave

Fully renovated with a modern farmhouse aesthetic — rich oak-toned flooring, crisp white walls, navy and black contrast cabinetry, and matte black fixtures throughout. Spacious, move-in ready, and no carpet anywhere — ideal for anyone who values a clean, low-maintenance home. Just across the river from New Brunswick's dining, nightlife, and transit. Highland Park is a hidden gem — a tight-knit, walkable community known for its eclectic restaurant row along Raritan Avenue, independent boutiques, and tree-lined streets. With New Brunswick just over the bridge, you get the best of both worlds: a quieter neighborhood feel with a major transit hub, university energy, and city amenities minutes away. The Home 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms — one on each floor Modern farmhouse kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, navy cabinetry, a central island with seating, and a dedicated coffee island with open shelving Fully updated bathrooms with quartz vanities, glass-enclosed tub/shower combinations, tiled surrounds, and tile flooring Rich oak-toned plank flooring throughout — no carpet — easy to maintain and allergen-friendly Central heating with smart, phone-controlled thermostats; individual heat-pump AC units in each room In-unit washer and dryer Unfinished basement for additional storage On-premises parking plus street parking available $500/mo rent credit automatically applied when rent is paid on or before the 1st (listed rate reflects credit; base rent is $500 more) Location Walk to Highland Park's acclaimed restaurant row and local shops Just across the river from New Brunswick's dining, nightlife, and NJ Transit train station Close to RWJMS (Helix), Rutgers College Ave, Livingston, and Busch Campuses Easy access to Routes 1, 18, 27, 287, the NJ Turnpike, and Garden State Parkway Resident Portal Manage your tenancy entirely online — pay rent, view payment history, and submit maintenance requests 24/7 via our secure Resident Services Portal (iOS and Android).

Zip code

08904

Type

Apartment for rent

Rent trends in Highland Park

4-bedroom apartments at 309 S 2nd Ave cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Highland Park.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$199,800/yr

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Getting around Highland Park near 309 S 2nd Ave

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

6/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10

Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 309 S 2nd Ave, Highland Park

Groceries

4/10

At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10

Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10

Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10

Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10

At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10

At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10

Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10

Some bars within walking distance

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Dishwasher	In-Unit Laundry
Microwave	Oven
Range	Refrigerator

Month	Median Rent
January 2026	$2,800
April 2026	$4,600
May 2026	$4,506

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309 S 2nd Ave
309 S 2nd Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904, USA