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Cranford, NJ

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Delight in eclectic small-town living near NYC

Suburban Family-Friendly Close-Knit Welcoming Quaint Historic Riverside Scenic Convenient Commuter

Cranford is a peaceful suburb situated in the heart of Union County. Lush with township and county parks as well as the Rahway River Parkway, Cranford offers ample opportunities to engage in outdoor recreation and connect with nature. Cranford is also home to the last working farm in Union County, Dreyer Farms, which provides fresh produce in addition to hosting a variety of special events.

Cranford’s vibrant downtown area contains a slew of restaurants, specialty shops, cafes, and art galleries in colorful buildings, serving as a gathering place for the close-knit community. Commuting and traveling from Cranford is easy with access to the NJ Transit bus, Raritan Valley train line, and the Garden State Parkway. New York City and its many dynamic amenities are less than an hour’s drive or train ride away from Cranford.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Cranford, NJ is $1,971 for a studio, $2,833 for one bedroom, $3,547 for two bedrooms, and $4,193 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cranford has increased by 2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,833/month
582 Sq Ft
House
$3,837/month
342 Sq Ft
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Transportation

79

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

59

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Brookside Place Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

355 Students

9
out of 10

Orange Ave School

Public

Grades 3-8

765 Students

8
out of 10

Livingston Ave School

Public

Grades 3-5

253 Students

8
out of 10

Hillside Ave School

Public

Grades K-8

734 Students

6
out of 10

Walnut Ave School

Public

Grades PK-2

294 Students

Rating Unavailable

Orange Ave School

Public

Grades 3-8

765 Students

8
out of 10

Hillside Ave School

Public

Grades K-8

734 Students

6
out of 10

Cranford Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,095 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • William Miller Sperry Observatory
  • Trailside Museum Watchung Reservation
  • Hawk Rise Sanctuary
  • Merrill Park
  • Cora Hartshorn Arboretum

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • Laguardia

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