Vermella Garwood Station
400-490 South Ave,
Garwood, NJ 07027
$2,725 - $17,562 | Studio - 3 Beds
Garwood
Garwood, NJ
Area Guide
An idyllic commuter town in the bustling suburbs of New Jersey
Public Transit
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Commuter
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Family-Friendly
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Suburban
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Nightlife
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Garwood is a well-rounded suburb in northeast New Jersey nearing New York City. This bustling suburb is only six miles west of Elizabeth, 10 miles west of the Newark Liberty International Airport, and 12 miles southwest of Newark. This town is ideal for commuters or residents interested in top-notch shopping, dining, and entertainment. Although nearby cities offer a wider array of options, Garwood is home to several bars, pubs, restaurants, and theaters of its own like Rosie’s Wine Bar and Crossroads.
Garwood offers great public schools and a family-friendly environment, along with walkable residential neighborhoods. Locals frequent Unami Park for its beautiful tree-lined paths, athletic fields, playgrounds, and perfect picnic spots. The Garwood transit station makes commuting simple, as does immediate access to North Avenue.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Garwood, NJ is $2,109 for a studio, $2,541 for one bedroom, $3,530 for two bedrooms, and $4,951 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Garwood has decreased by -2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,541/month
826 Sq Ft
Transportation
82
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
61
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
Public
Grades PK-8
357 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-8
357 Students
6
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- William Miller Sperry Observatory
- Trailside Museum Watchung Reservation
- Hawk Rise Sanctuary
- Merrill Park
- Cora Hartshorn Arboretum
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- Laguardia
