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Elizabeth, NJ

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The Garden State’s greenest city, located on Newark Bay

Waterfront Shopping Commuter Public Transit Airport

The largest city in Union County, Elizabeth is a bustling town in northeastern New Jersey, centrally located near Staten Island, New York City, Jersey City, and Newark. Elizabeth was built on shipping and industry, but has modernized into a picturesque residential community that’s teeming with urban amenities. This city has a rich history that can be seen through the city’s grand architecture like the Elizabeth Public Library and the Union County Courthouse.

Live music venues, shopping malls, local bars and restaurants, and riverfront green spaces are just a few of the perks of living in this New Jersey suburb. Just outside of Elizabeth, you’ll discover Kean University and Warinanco Park. Top-notch shopping, dining, and entertainment options await at the famous Mills at Jersey Gardens, and the Elizabeth and North Elizabeth Train Stations keep commuting simple, along with the easy access to Interstate 95 – not to mention that the Newark Liberty International Airport is located in Elizabeth!

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,369 for a studio, $1,542 for one bedroom, $1,933 for two bedrooms, and $1,949 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elizabeth has increased by 3.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,542/month
619 Sq Ft
House
$3,018/month
245 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,305/month
544 Sq Ft
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Transportation

79

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

47

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

53

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

Terence C. Reilly School #7

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,126 Students

9
out of 10

No 22 William F Halloran

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,089 Students

9
out of 10

Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

623 Students

8
out of 10

No 4 John Battin Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

783 Students

6
out of 10

Number 18, Robert Morris Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

506 Students

6
out of 10

Terence C. Reilly School #7

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,126 Students

9
out of 10

No 22 William F Halloran

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,089 Students

9
out of 10

Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

623 Students

8
out of 10

No 4 John Battin Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

783 Students

6
out of 10

Number 18, Robert Morris Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

506 Students

6
out of 10

Elizabeth High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,281 Students

6
out of 10

A Hamilton Preparatory Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

996 Students

5
out of 10

T Jefferson Arts Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

1,070 Students

3
out of 10

John E Dwyer Tech Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

1,443 Students

1
out of 10

Adm W F Halsey Leadership Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

1,299 Students

1
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Staten Island Industrial Park
  • Westerleigh Park
  • Faber Park
  • G. Thomas DiDomenico Park
  • Stephen Gregg Park

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • Laguardia

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