Elizabeth Apartments for Rent

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth New Jersey offers a short commute to New York City either by train or via the NJ Turnpike. Situated just minutes from the Newark Airport, an Elizabeth apartment is a great location if you are a frequent traveler. The city has a reduced sales tax as part of the state’s Urban Enterprise Zone program.

There are more than one dozen apartment community rentals within one mile Elizabeth New Jersey. Many are within a few blocks of the NJ Transit train station that will take you to New York or Trenton. You can also find plenty of privately owned Elizabeth apartments for rent. The city has a large mix of multi-unit housing including small apartment buildings and apartment home rentals. You will find condos for rent in several locations as well as single family homes for rent. A one bedroom apartment in Elizabeth New Jersey can average between $800-900 per month for rent. More than 60% of the residents of Elizabeth are renters.

While living in an apartment in Elizabeth, take some time to visit some of the area’s many historical sites such as the Ritz Theatre which is a restored Art Deco show place from the 1920’s. The Bonnell House is the city’s oldest building and Hersh Tower the tallest.

Join in the fun at the annual Latin Carnival or step out to watch the yearly Tour De Elizabeth bike race. Other local attractions include extensive shopping or a night at the movies.

Renting an apartment in Elizabeth NJ is a good choice if you plan to commute to Manhattan, Newark or Jersey City. There are many large employers within a few miles of Elizabeth such as Prudential Financial, IDT and Horizon Blue Cross. The city is conveniently located near Kean University as well as an international airport. Living in an Elizabeth NJ apartment, you will also have a huge choice of dining options and be just minutes from the Jersey Gardens shopping mall.

A post office in Elizabeth is located at 544 Bayway Avenue. The phone number is 908-351-0983.

The following chart shows the average rent for an apartment in Elizabeth, NJ and nearby cities: