Somerset Square

1 Shepherd St, Franklin Township, NJ 08873

Leasing Office: 1 Shepherd St, Franklin Township, NJ 08873

Last Updated: 2 Wks Ago
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Somerset Square
Monthly Rent
$1,922 - $3,362
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Bedrooms
1 - 3
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
613 - 1,226 sq ft

Summer Special!

1 month free & reduced security deposit for qualified applicants! Please call for details. Open House 6/5 from 5pm-7pm and 6/14 from 10am-2pm.

Pricing and Floor Plans

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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
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Lease Term Options

  • None

Property Information

  • Built in 2021
  • 151 units3 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $30

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.

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Property Highlights

  • Air Conditioner
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeting
  • Dishwasher
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Electronic Thermostat
  • Extra Storage
  • Gas Range
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Large Closets
  • Microwave
  • Parking Lot
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Window Coverings

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Window Coverings

Community Features

  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site

Map of Somerset Square

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

11 min Drive

Commuter Rail

11 min Drive

Amtrak

Airport

Trenton Mercer

43 min Drive

TTN

Airport

Newark Liberty International

47 min Drive

EWR

Moving to East Somerset County, Franklin Township, NJ

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Somerset Square proximity to Franklin Court, Veronica Plaza, and Market Place at Franklin. Franklin Court is 0.4 miles away, and Veronica Plaza is within a 16 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, Somerset Square has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 7.3 miles. Transit options include Jersey Ave. and New Brunswick Amtrak Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Somerset Square are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 4.8 miles, including Johnson Park and Rutgers Gardens.

Airports

Living in East Somerset County provides easy access to Trenton Mercer, located just 40 minutes from Somerset Square. Another nearby airport is Newark Liberty International, located 31 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Hillcrest Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Claremont Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Franklin Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Sampson G Smith School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

McKinley Community Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

St Matthias Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Franklin Twp High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

New Brunswick High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

St. Peter the Apostle High School

Grades 9-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Middlesex Co. Coll., New Brun. Drive: 5 min (2.3 mi)
Rutgers University, Livingston Drive: 9 min (3.7 mi)
Rutgers University Drive: 10 min (3.8 mi)
Middlesex Co. Coll., Edison Drive: 18 min (7.4 mi)

About Somerset Square

Luxury apartments centrally located in the heart of Franklin Township in Somerset County. Spread throughout 5 buildings, the property features 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and townhouses. Somerset Square is central to shopping, dining, recreational destinations, and transportation options. With thoughtfully designed layouts, Somerset Square has a sense of community for its residents with its "Town Center" design. Please contact us below for applications and availability.

Somerset Square is an apartment community in Franklin Township, NJ

Why you'll love Somerset Square

# Why Live at Somerset Square Somerset Square offers modern apartments in Franklin Township, featuring 1-3 bedroom residences in a thoughtfully planned community setting. The five low-rise buildings showcase apartments with in-unit washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood floors throughout. Residents appreciate the well-equipped fitness center, responsive on-site maintenance team, and convenient storage options. Located in Somerset County, the community sits near Route 27 and Franklin Township's municipal complex, providing easy access to local parks and shopping centers. Each apartment features spacious closets and contemporary finishes, with open-concept floor plans that maximize living space. The professional on-site management team and pet-friendly policy make Somerset Square an inviting home in Franklin Township.

Contact

Property Address:
1 Shepherd St,
Franklin Township, NJ 08873
Phone Number: (848) 242-8216
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • 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
Leasing Office:
1 Shepherd St, Franklin Township, NJ 08873
Somerset Square

Renter Reviews

For Somerset Square

2.4

5 Ratings & Reviews

  • 3/30/23

    Nice apartments but bad management

    The apartments are new and spacious but if anything goes wrong no one will come to help you. Very very poor maintenance but thankfully since these are new I only faced it couple of times in last 2 years.

    Review from Apartments.com

    16 People Found This Helpful

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