12 Central Ave

Cranford, NJ 07016
(908) 578-9404

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4 Bedroom - Home for Rent
  • 4BR, 2.5BAHome
  • $6,000Price
  • Available NowAvailability

About 12 Central Ave

Charming riverfront Colonial available for rent, offering character, comfort, and outdoor living. A slate patio overlooks a beautiful backyard with direct river access. A private dock is included, along with two kayaks and a paddleboard for tenant use. Inside, the home features high ceilings, hardwood floors, and crown molding. The living room offers a brick fireplace with gas insert, and the updated kitchen includes stainless steel Jenn-Air appliances, granite countertops, and opens to the dining area. A sun-filled family room faces the river with expansive windows. Upstairs includes a spacious primary suite with a large bathroom, two additional bedrooms, and a full hall bath. A walk-up third floor provides a flexible fourth bedroom, office, or studio. Additional features include central air, finished basement space, laundry, ample storage, and an oversized one-car garage. Conveniently located near parks, downtown Cranford, and NYC rail and bus transportation.

12 Central Ave is located in the 07016 Zip code of Cranford, NJ.

Property Contact Info

Contact: CASEY COLE

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Garden Style

Interior Features

  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
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12 Central Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016

Frequently Asked Questions about 12 Central Ave

What type of rental is available at 12 Central Ave?

There is currently a 4 Bed 2 Bath Home for rent sq ft listed at 12 Central Ave. It is Available Now.

How much is the rent at 12 Central Ave?

The rental at 12 Central Ave is currently listed at $6,000.

What area of town is 12 Central Ave located in?

12 Central Ave is in the 07016 Zip Code of Cranford, NJ.

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Nearby Schools

Orange Ave School

Cranford Public
901 Orange Avenue
Public School - Grades 3-8 (765 Students)
7/10

Brookside Place Elementary School

Cranford Public
700 Brookside Place
Public School - Grades K-5 (355 Students)
8/10

Cranford Sr High School

Cranford Public
201 West End Place
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1095 Students)
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 12 Central Ave.

Big Box and Retail

Shoprite

563 North Ave
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Target

2690 Highway 22 E
5 minute drive / 1.83 miles away

Petco

2706 Us Highway 22 Ctr
5 minute drive / 1.97 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Union County College - Cranford Campus

1033 Springfield Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Kean University

1000 Morris Ave
9 minute drive / 4.28 miles away

Union County College - Elizabeth Campus

40 West Jersey Street
10 minute drive / 4.93 miles away

Groceries

Lidl

10 South Ave
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

Shoprite

563 North Ave
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Trader Joes

155 Elm St
4 minute drive / 2.16 miles away

Hospitals

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway

865 Stone St
7 minute drive / 3.44 miles away

Overlook Medical Center

99 Beauvoir Avenue
9 minute drive / 4.29 miles away

Summit Oaks Hospital

19 Prospect St
9 minute drive / 4.62 miles away

Military Bases

Tamdques Reservation

5 minute drive / 2.58 miles away

Ash Brook Reservation

8 minute drive / 3.96 miles away

Shopping Centers

Cranford Square

6 W South Ave
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Blue Ribbon Shopping Center

100 North Ave
1 minute drive / 0.63 miles away

Garwood Mall

300 South Ave
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

12 Central Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.6 miles.

Transit Stations

Cranford-Raritan Valley Line

13 North Ave E
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Garwood-Raritan Valley Line

63 Center St
2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away

Westfield-Raritan Valley Line

396 South Ave W
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Cranford Studio Apartments $1,740$1,250$2,510
Cranford 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,290$1,500$3,775
Cranford 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,262$1,334$7,100
Cranford 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,639$2,500$6,245
Cranford 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,050$3,200$6,900

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