
12 Central Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016
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Click here for more information.What This House Offers
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.
Unit
- $6,000 / month
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Patio
- Range
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Garages
12 Central Ave is located in Cranford, New Jersey in the 07016 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Home Details
Views
- Lake Views
Home Design
- Built in 1928 | Remodeled
Interior Spaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Crown Molding
- Gas Fireplace
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Basement
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Lot Details
- 8000 Sq Ft Lot
Utilities
- Multiple Heating Units
- Multiple cooling system units
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
- Natural Gas Available
- Underground Utilities
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2903-00184-0000-00008-0000-
- Tenant pays for electric, gas, heat, hot water, maintenance-lawn, snow removal, trash removal
Community Details
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
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Cranford, NJ 07016
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable87 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable61 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active72 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Brookside Place Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Walnut Ave School
Grades PK-2
Public
Orange Ave School
Grades 3-8
Public
St Michael School
Grades PK-8
Private
Cranford Sr High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Solomon Schechter Day School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Union County College, Cranford
Drive: 5 min (1.3 mi)
Union County Coll., Elizabeth
Drive: 12 min (5.3 mi)
Kean University
Drive: 13 min (6.6 mi)
Union Co. Coll., Plainfield
Drive: 19 min (7.7 mi)
Discover Western Union County, Cranford, NJ
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 12 Central Ave proximity to Cranford Square, Blue Ribbon Shopping Center, and Garwood Plaza. Cranford Square is 0.6 miles away, and Blue Ribbon Shopping Center is within a 17 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 12 Central Ave are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 1.1 miles, including William Miller Sperry Observatory.
Airports
Living in Western Union County provides easy access to Newark Liberty International, located just 18 minutes from 12 Central Ave. Another nearby airport is LaGuardia, located 31.3 miles away.
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