Colonia New Jersey is a small residential community set along Route 27 in the central part of the state. You can commute to Manhattan from here in about 42 minutes or head over to Woodbridge just a few miles away.
Rental Outlook
Look along St. Georges Avenue to find a few Colonia apartment communities with available rentals. You will have more options as you get towards Rahway or Woodbridge as there are not many rentals within Colonia itself. In fact, less than 10% of the town’s residents are renters. However, for those of you that do find a rental here, expect to pay between $1,000-1,100 per month for rent. Many of the homes here are 2-4 bedrooms colonial or ranch styles where it is possible to find a house for rent, but they are not frequent.
While Living Here
The Colonia Country Club is one of the primary recreational opportunities within town. Merrill Park has lots of areas to explore, hike and bike. Woodbridge Center and Menlo Park Mall are great places to shop.
Why Rent Here
The city is situated right near the Garden State Parkway offering an easy commute to Jersey City, New York or Newark. JFK Medical Center is a few miles away on Rt. 27. The Woodbridge Mall and lots of other shopping options are close by along Route 1.
Average Rent in Colonia, NJ
The following chart shows the average rent for an apartment in Colonia, NJ and nearby cities: