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Edison at a Glance

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$1,890
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Edison, NJ Apartments for Rent

Edison is a township in Middlesex County named after the legendary inventor Thomas Alva Edison, who developed the incandescent light bulb and phonograph at his Menlo Park laboratory in this area. Located in Central New Jersey within the Raritan Valley region, Edison serves as both a commercial hub and a convenient bedroom community for those commuting to New York City. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Edison, you'll discover plenty of housing options in established neighborhoods, from modern apartment communities near shopping districts to homes in quieter suburban areas.

Renting in Edison comes with real perks for anyone who wants suburban comfort with easy access to the city. The township features Menlo Park Mall, a major shopping destination with over a million square feet of retail space, and Oak Tree Road, home to dozens of South Asian restaurants and specialty stores. Roosevelt Park offers 196 acres of green space with walking trails and a lake perfect for weekend relaxation. Getting around is simple too—the Edison Train Station provides direct New Jersey Transit service to New York City, while I-287, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Garden State Parkway connect you to destinations throughout the region. With the township's median household income around $116,000 and competitive rental prices (studios average about $1,486 per month and one-bedrooms around $1,890), Edison delivers solid value for renters.

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Margate 679 Sq Ft $2,244/mo

Getting Around Edison

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54

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
45

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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

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J P Stevens High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,680 Students
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Edison High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,280 Students
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Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,137 Students
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John Adams Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,001 Students
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Herbert Hoover Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
961 Students
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Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
909 Students
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James Madison Intermediate Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades 3-5
606 Students
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Martin Luther King Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
638 Students
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Woodbrook Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
940 Students
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Lincoln Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
926 Students
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Menlo Park Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
825 Students

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