Cardinal Hill Apartments in Chatham, NJ

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The office Hours for Cardinal Hill are: Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ,Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ,Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ,Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ,Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ,Saturday Closed,Sunday Closed,

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Cardinal Hill

420 River Rd
Chatham, NJ 07928
(908) 873-3397

1–2 Bedrooms
$2,351-$2,799 Pricing
705–850 Square Feet

About Cardinal Hill

Chatham is ranked in the “Top 10 Best” places to live in the U.S. and Cardinal Hill is located in a prime location. Nestled in a serene country setting along tree-lined streets, the community offers breathtaking views of the Watchung Mountain tops. Perfectly located near the train station, and routes 24 and I-78, commuters can travel to work in the city while enjoying all that New Jersey has to offer. Short Hills Mall with all of its world-class shopping and dining is within 3 miles along Main Street in Chatham. Residents of Cardinal Hill will also enjoy great parks, golf and swim clubs. Cardinal Hill's layouts are unique and spacious, including gleaming hardwood floors, several over-sized closets and a patio. High-tech laundry facilities and a complimentary private garage is located on-site, as is a Resident Manager to provide 24 hour emergency maintenance services.

Cardinal Hill is located in the 07928 Zip code of Chatham, NJ. This community is professionally managed by Jersey Central Management

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Office Hours

Monday	9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday	9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday	9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday	9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday	9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Cardinal Hill offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,351 and having 705–850 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom

From $2,351

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 705 sq ft

Available Aug 10

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Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$2,351	August 10, 2026	A07	705	View Details Below
$2,476	August 10, 2026	E05	705	View Details Below
$2,351	August 25, 2026	C09	705	View Details Below

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Features

Air Conditioning
Balcony
Cable Ready
Washer/Dryer
Wi-Fi

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Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,351 - $2,476

Unit A07 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,351

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,351 - $2,476

Unit E05 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,476

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Model Price Range

$2,351 - $2,476

Unit C09 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,351

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,351 - $2,476

2 Bedrooms
2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom
$2,799
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 850 sq ft
Available Aug 10
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map
$2,799 August 10, 2026 F12 850
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Air Conditioning
Balcony
Cable Ready
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Wi-Fi
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
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Unit F12 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$2,799
Model Rent and Fees
Price
$2,799
Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom$2,7992 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 850 sq ftAvailable August 10, 2026
2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - Floorplan
Apartment Unit: F12Apartment Model: 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom$2,7992 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 850 sq ftAvailable August 10, 2026

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,799	August 10, 2026	F12	850

Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

120 Units
2 Stories
Built in 1962

Lease Terms

12 mo

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application: Application Fee Per Applicanti$25.00 for each additional application. Holding Fee - $395.00 Charged per applicant.$50.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Cat: One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$350.00; Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$60.00
Dog: Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$60.00; One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$350.00

Parking Fees

Garage: Parking DepositiCharged per vehicle.$0.00; Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$65.00/mo
Street: Parking DepositiCharged per vehicle.$0.00; Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$0.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

Maintenance On Site
Property Manager On Site
Laundry Facilities

Interior Features

Balcony
Cable Ready
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

Microwave
Dishwasher
Range
Refrigerator

Living Area Features

Hardwood Floors

Outdoor Features

Patio

Unique Amenities

Garage Available

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Getting Around

30 / 100 Somewhat walkable
Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance
10 / 100 Minimal public transit
Few or no transit options
40 / 100 Fairly bikeable
Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation
100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly
Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

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50 / 100 Restaurants
Some restaurants within a few minutes
30 / 100 Cafes
Some cafés within walking distance
20 / 100 Nightlife
Some bars within walking distance
40 / 100 Shopping
Several shops within walking distance
80 / 100 Parks
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes
50 / 100 Noise Level
Some sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cardinal Hill

Where is Cardinal Hill located?

Cardinal Hill is located at 420 River Rd, Chatham, NJ

What is the current rent range at Cardinal Hill?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Cardinal Hill currently range from $2,351 to $2,799

When is the leasing office open?

The office Hours for Cardinal Hill are
Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

New Jersey Social Services Information

Statewide service is free, confidential, multilingual and always open. Three easy ways to reach Social Services in NJ: Dial 2-1-1; text your zip code to 898-211; or chat at https://www.nj211.org

Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Welcoming and Well-Managed Community

September 27, 2024 - Review from Apartments.com

I’ve lived at Cardinal Hill Apartments for 12 years, and I can confidently say it’s been a wonderful experience. Jennifer, the property manager, is always helpful and professional. She truly cares about the residents and ensures that everything runs smoothly. Sorin, the maintenance supervisor, is a standout as well. His hard work and extensive knowledge of the property make him invaluable. Any maintenance requests are handled quickly and efficiently, which adds to the overall comfort of living ...

here. I highly recommend Cardinal Hill Apartments to anyone looking for a welcoming and well-managed community!

Horrible

August 6, 2024 - Review from Apartments.com

If you live on the second floor there is always headlights shining into your windows due to the buildings be on a hill and people backing into parking spots across the way. The noise transfer is unbelievable. I can hear my downstairs neighbor on speaker phone and cabinets slamming. The main doors slam shut so that gives you a jump every time someone enters and exits. I’ve been over charged/wrongfully charged my rent on more then one occasion then having to pay a late fee for their mistake. Over ...

priced for the one buildings and the garages flood. Would not suggest.

Property Manager Responded

August 22, 2024

We are sorry to read your review and appreciate you brining these concerns to our attention. There is a certain acceptable level of noise when you live in an apartment community. We are unable to stop vehicles from driving in the community. We would have reached out to you right away, but do not have a record of you residing with us or your contact information. We invite you to stop in to our on-site office and speak with our community manager to discuss any concerns you may have. JCMLiving Resident Services

Accommodating Staff

December 20, 2023 - Review from Apartments.com

My family lived in Cardinal Hill for almost seven years. We loved living here and have grown attached to the place. I love how the apartment complex is clean and well maintained and have an amazing staff! The superintendent, Sorin, is a very hardworking person and is always there for us, ensuring our needs are met promptly. Adriana, from the office staff, is easy to approach, courteous, and impressively responsive. She is very patient and accommodating when handling our inquiries. Moreover, I ...

love the location of Cardinal Hill, there are conveniently nearby stores (e.g. Bank, Grocery, UPS, etc.) and the schools are wonderful with high ratings and are one of the best among the county. We highly recommend Cardinal Hill to our friends and family for a delightful living experience.

PARKING

August 3, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com

I Have Lived in Cardinal Hill 11 Years I Love living here and have to agree with the person about the noise living on the first floor. I have been pretty lucky with the last people who rented above me. The main complaint I have is the Parking I live in a single building that stands alone and has 12 parking spaces for 12 apartments. Most couples have 2 cars, when i first moved here if you had 2 vehicles one was to be in the garage . now we are told first come ist serve. Most of he time I ...

try to put mine in the garage which is difficult when cars are parked in the spots by the railing so that means i have to go to another level and walk down and also my level is the only one that didnt get a handicap spot I hope this parking problem can be resolved in the near future,

Property Manager Responded

August 10, 2022

We are sorry to hear of your parking concerns. It is still required that if you have two vehicles that one must be parked in the parking garage. Parking spaces are not assigned and are on a "first come / first serve" basis. Although your review is anonymous, we believe we have spoken with you about the parking situation in the past and explained that we do have the required amount of handicapped parking spaces required by law. We did however, offer to make reasonable accommodations for you regarding parking. Please contact our on-site office and speak with the Property Manager to discuss this concern at your earliest convenience. Thank you! JCMLiving Resident Services Team

Don't Rent on the First Floor!

May 26, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com

I live on the first floor, and I've never been in an apartment with so much sound transference from other apartments, as well as the electric garage doors directly below that vibrate the floors. Upstairs neighbors sound like elephants at all hours. I can't sleep without earplugs. Paper thin walls is an understatement! Since the property was sold, inspections and renovations have been constantly intrusive, and sometimes with questionable notice. Months ago they replaced each apartments breaker ...

boxes with larger ones, but still haven't finished the cosmetic work from cutting holes in the wall around it. The box is in a prominent place in the hallway, and I'm embarrassed to have guests visit because it looks so terrible. It's been Months! I expect to have to finish it myself. The apartments are in a decent location, and the layout is quite nice. It's the execution that ruins everything these apartments have going for them. I have many more concerning stories to tell, but I'll sum it up by saying: If you MUST, choose second floor!

Property Manager Responded

July 11, 2022

We sincerely apologize for our delayed response. We are sorry to hear of your concerns about noise. Please contact the property manager in the on-site office at your earliest convenience to discuss. Since purchasing the community, we have completed many projects to improve both the inside and outside to provide our valued Residents with the best community to call home and there are more to come! We sincerely apologize that it took longer than expected to finish the cosmetic work in your apartment home but hope that you are now happy with the end result. Thank you for making our community your home! JCMLiving Resident Services Team

Wonderful Apartment Complex!

June 9, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com

My husband and I moved to Cardinal Hill in December of 2013. We've seen great improvement since new management has recently turned a new leaf. Carole, Marty and Soren are quick to fulfill any work orders necessary with no questions asked. We have never had a problem. Snow removal has always also been top priority for the maintenance crew and they constantly work around the clock to keep the roadways clean and clear. Don't be deterred from the huge hill! A quiet, wooded community set back on a ...

hill from River Road, everyone is very friendly and keeps to themselves. The views from the top tier of apartment buildings are beautiful as they are highest on the hill. Very close to shopping, mall, highways and schools. A wonderful place to live.

Property Manager Responded

June 14, 2017

Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your residential experience at our Cardinal Hill Community. The on-site leasing staff strives to make Cardinal Hill the most enjoyable place to live along with a friendly and helpful atmosphere for all tenants. We value your tenancy and hope you will take the time to refer us to family and friends in the future. Thank you again for taking the time to provide your experience of living here.

Love It Here!

January 19, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com

I would have to say I was a little skeptical about moving here when I was reading the reviews about management. I've been here for 8 months now, and had a few issues with a leak in my bathroom to installing new sheetrock in my garage. The new management with Carole and the 2 maintenance guys are amazing. They are so positive and bend over backwards to make sure you're taken care of in a timely manner. So thank you for making living here an amazing experience. The apartment is great, a little ...

noisy at times with all wooden floors, too be expected. But having a garage and parking spot is great. The view is incredible, can't find something like this in this area for the same cost. Overall, since Carole took over, things have been great. Love it here! Tina B

Fake reviews

October 16, 2016 - Review from Apartments.com

I don't know what planet the bldg E reviewer is from, but the current managers have blatant disregard for customer service. A prime example is jack-hammering a sidewalk for maintenance issues at 7:10 am on a fri & sat morning. When a neighbor of mine called Marty & Carolyn , they said they didn't know anything about it. Really Aren't u guys the managers People are non-compliant with the rules here - bring in dogs (not service/working dogs either), they deal drugs bldg E, known drug dealer( the ...

owner/investor is a drug addict), they have tons of people over , parties, complete disregard to the rules of quiet enjoyment. We hear this woman calls her cat in at night at 11:15-11:30 every night; she has fashioned a diaphragmatic type valve door in her her window, which allows the cats to go in and out all night. I go for my morning walks, when her cats are just about getting in from a night of fighting all night. Management tends to a work order as if I'm bothering them. They put bandaids on things; they never make the right repairs. My neighbors roof leaked for months!!! The recent review of the female couple; FAKE!!! they were so happy to get some of their deposit back, they wrote a FAKE review. Not good. You will truly know what will happen to you when you live here. There are plenty of other nice places to live around here. Does anyone remember Kevin & Yvette The gossiping-husband -wife management team Well, they got fired because most of residents made phone calls.... it looks like history might repeat itself with these clowns

Loved living here!

July 28, 2016 - Review from Apartments.com

My fiancé and I have lived at Cardinal Hill for a couple of years now and our experience has been great. The 2BR apartments offer an open layout with a lot of natural light. We looked at other surrounding communities and this was by far at the top of our list. The upgrades and stainless steel appliances make the apartment homey and beautiful. The location in Chatham is perfect. It takes 5 minutes to get into Chatham and catch a train to NYC. New Providence is a 2 minute drive and Berkeley ...

Heights is 5 minutes away as well. The complex is quiet and friendly and the rent is extremely reasonable for what you get. Having a garage is a nice luxury during those hot summer days and especially the winter. The maintenance staff does an excellent job at clearing the snow as soon as it hits the ground. This past winter, I probably saw the super’s vehicle more than I saw my fiancé! The super worked around the clock to clear the snow and were constantly salting and sanding the roads. The hill was the cleanest road in all of Chatham and both our AWD and 2WD vehicles made it up the road without a problem. After the snow had passed, a lot of the residents were outside helping each out clean the snow off of everyone's cars. It was a great community effort. Although there is a large hill at the entry way to the complex, it has never been a problem. In fact, the hill is a benefit as we currently reside in the E building and the views are absolutely amazing. This 4th of July, we were able to watch the fireworks displays from all of the surrounding towns right from the comfort of our very own home. It was spectacular! The demographic of the community is mixed but probably leans a little bit toward an older crowd. The majority of the residents seem to be working professionals. There are some younger, college aged residents in our building but we’ve never had any problems with noise or even parking for that matter. The maintenance and repairs are always done quickly. The super answers his phone right away and makes time to assist with your problem. Carol and Marty are super friendly and Sorin always gives me a friendly wave in the morning when I drive by. We don’t have any complaints to share and truly LOVE where we live. If you are looking for a rental around this area, put Cardinal Hill on the top of your list!

Needs handicap accessibility

September 15, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com

I lived at Cardinal Hill for 7 years. It's a good area. Some of the neighbors were loud. The walls are very thin . You hear everything...I mean everything. I broke my leg and was in a cast for awhile. It was very very difficult to get up and down the stairs to the parking area and laundry room. They should consider having at least one of the end areas to be handicap accessible. I seen a few elderly people struggling to make it up the outside steps leading to the apartments. There ...

weren't any handicap parking spots either. My garage had cracks in the wall and water would get in whenever it rained hard enough. Was told by the management the garage is for a car not storage (bad attitude). My apartment was an older apartment with many problems with the bathroom and kitchen sinks. Called management many times and they would come out and just do a "patch job". Was told they cannot replace the faucets because that's for the newer upgraded apartments. I would have to pay the new rate if I wanted an updated apartment. I even offered to buy a faucet but was told I couldn't do that.

Southern Boulvard School

The School District Of The Chathams

192 SOUTHERN BOULEVARD

Public School - Grades K-5 (369 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

Lafayette Elementary School

The School District Of The Chathams

221 LAFAYETTE AVENUE

Public School - Grades K-5 (554 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

Chatham High School

The School District Of The Chathams

255 LAFAYETTE AVENUE

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1205 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

Chatham Middle School

The School District Of The Chathams

480 Main Street

Public School - Grades 6-8 (833 Students)

In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Cardinal Hill.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

343 Springfield Ave

4 minute drive / 2.11 miles away

Macy's

1220 Morris Tpke

6 minute drive / 3.21 miles away

Shoprite

1701-12 US 22

8 minute drive / 4.07 miles away

Groceries

Shoprite

1701-12 US 22

8 minute drive / 4.07 miles away

Trader Joes

155 Elm St

10 minute drive / 5.08 miles away

Military Bases

Tamdques Reservation

14 minute drive / 6.76 miles away

Ash Brook Reservation

15 minute drive / 7.41 miles away

Cardinal Hill has 5 shopping centers within 2.6 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Chatham Studio Apartments	$1,600	$1,600	$1,600
Chatham 1 Bedroom Apartments	$2,673	$1,750	$3,855
Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,767	$2,000	$8,730
Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,475	$3,595	$5,525
Chatham 4 Bedroom Apartments	$5,200	$4,800	$5,600
2 Bedroom Homes	$3,445	$2,250	$4,800
3 Bedroom Homes	$5,350	$3,300	$7,900
4 Bedroom Homes	$7,141	$4,750	$10,000+
5 Bedroom Homes	$13,900	$10,000	$10,000+
6 Bedroom Homes	$15,000	$10,000	$10,000+

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30 / 100 Somewhat walkable

10 / 100 Minimal public transit

40 / 100 Fairly bikeable

100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

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