New Brunswick Apartments and Rentals

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of New Brunswick, New Jersey, had a population of 55,181 in 2010. Home to Rutgers University and only 40 miles from Manhattan, New Brunswick is both a free-standing urban center and part of a larger metropolis. With a median age of only 23.3 years, New Brunswick is a young and vibrant city. The city's ethnic diversity lends itself to interesting neighborhoods and a wide range of dining options.

New Brunswick residents enjoy a variety of dining, nightlife and entertainment options thanks largely in part to the college students living near Rutgers University. Those searching for New Brunswick apartments for rent should seek apartments ahead of time, because large portions of rental housing tend to be inhabited by college students.

New Brunswick was incorporated as a city in 1784. Located between New York City and Philadelphia, New Brunswick was an important hub for many traders, immigrants and settlers.

Known as the "Healthcare City," New Brunswick is host to numerous medical organizations, and many healthcare professionals call the city their home.  Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, UMDNJ -Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Saint Peter's University Hospital are all located within New Brunswick.

New Brunswick is serviced by Amtrak and New Jersey Transit, connecting it to numerous destinations throughout the Northeast Corridor, including New York City. Some residents commute from New Brunswick, but the city is usually the destination for commuters, as 12,399 people commute to New Brunswick each day for work.

Those looking for New Brunswick rentals will be happy to note that 76 percent of New Brunswick housing is renter-occupied. This is due largely in part to the student and young professional population.

Many residents benefit from New Brunswick's status as a major healthcare center. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, UMDNJ -Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Saint Peter's University Hospital employ many medical professionals throughout the region. Johnson & Johnson's world headquarters is located in New Brunswick, creating many jobs within the area. Rutgers University also employs a significant amount of residents.

Rutgers University enrolls about 7,600 students each year. Other nearby colleges and universities include Middlesex County College, Princeton University and Union County College.

Areas with proximity to New York City are known for being expensive places to live. Incoming residents will want to note that the cost of living in New Brunswick is 125.5, which is 25.5 percent higher than the U.S. average. However, this will be welcome news for those relocating from other areas within the New York City region: New York's cost of living is 61 percent above average.

New Brunswick is a very renter-friendly city, as 76 percent of housing is renter-occupied. The median gross rent in New Brunswick is $1,281 per month.

Although it sits on New York City's doorstep, New Brunswick has numerous special attractions of its own. East Jersey Olde Towne Village, a collection of buildings designed to represent 18th and 19th century New Jersey towns, offers guests a chance to take a glimpse into the past.

Rutgers' Zimmerli Art Museum offers a bit of culture, exhibiting diverse visual art for the enjoyment of both students and visitors. Also on campus are numerous sporting, recreational and community events, which appeal to students and non-students alike.

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