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  • Pet Friendly

Location

21 Highland Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840, USA

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Nomad

(720) 794-3155

Amenities for 21 Highland Ave

Features

DryerExhaust Hood
Heating - Forced AirStorage Unit
Washer

Appliances

Gas StovetopIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Community

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer

Grounds

Assigned ParkingParking: Other
Storage

Other

Cooling - Central
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 21 Highland Ave

HomeHouses in Metuchen 21 Highland Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840, USA

Welcome to your new home at 21 Highland Ave, a charming 2-bedroom house nestled in the heart of Metuchen, NJ! This spacious 1,144 square foot residence is perfect for those seeking comfort and convenience, featuring a delightful blend of modern amenities and cozy living spaces. Step inside to discover: - A well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove top, gas range, refrigerator, microwave, and exhaust hood, making meal prep a breeze. - A convenient washer and dryer for all your laundry needs. - Ample storage space in the basement - Pet-friendly accommodations, welcoming both cats and small dogs! With one bathroom and a layout that maximizes space, this house is ideal for anyone looking to settle down in a vibrant neighborhood less than a block away from downtown. Perfect for train commuters with a direct express line to NYC via NJTransit. Enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while being just a stone's throw away from local shops, parks, and dining options. Don't miss your chance to make this lovely house your new home starting May 11, 2026 (negotiable for sooner), with showings available from April 17, 2026. Schedule your visit today! Preferred lease duration is 1 year or more. This property is fully furnished (but flexible if you already have your own furniture). Owner is responsible for sewer. Tenant responsible for water, heat, electrical, gas, cable and internet. Security Deposit amount determined by the owner. For each pet, there is a non-refundable move-in fee of $200 and monthly fee of $35. Elevate your living experience with our optional Resident Benefits Package ($45/month). Enjoy peace of mind and extra perks designed to make renting easier and more rewarding: - $100,000 in personal liability protection - $10,000 in personal belongings protection - Credit Booster for on-time payments - build your credit just by paying rent - Accidental damage & lockout reimbursement credits - Plus more exclusive resident perks! Property is syndicated by Nomad as a courtesy to owner. Owner will conduct all correspondence and showings. BEWARE OF SCAMS - Nomad will never ask you to pay any amount prior to applying and all payments are processed through our secure online tenant portal direct to Nomad.


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Zip code08840
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Metuchen

2-bedroom apartments at 21 Highland Ave cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Metuchen.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Metuchen
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Metuchen
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,983
June 2024$2,877
July 2024$3,060
August 2024$3,039
September 2024$2,968
October 2024$3,000
November 2024$2,984
December 2024$2,984
January 2025$3,000
February 2025$3,000
March 2025$2,995
April 2025$2,900
May 2025$2,790
June 2025$2,706
July 2025$2,645
August 2025$2,598
September 2025$2,597
October 2025$2,713
November 2025$3,007
December 2025$3,059
January 2026$3,008
February 2026$2,918
March 2026$2,837
April 2026$2,866

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$112,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near 21 Highland Ave

Campbell Elementary School

24 durham ave

metuchen, NJ, 8840

1-4Public
A-

Mildred B. Moss Elementary School

16 simpson pl

metuchen, NJ, 8840

PK, KPublic
A-

Oak Tree Road Elementary School

wilus way

iselin, NJ, 8830

K-5Public
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
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Getting around Metuchen near 21 Highland Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

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 21 Highland Ave, Metuchen

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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

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