Apartments/Rentals (Plainfield, Somerset, North Plainfield: university, utilities, price)

[OnTheMoveToNJ]

Hi Everyone!

I'm a single 25-year-old recent college grad who might be moving from Michigan to New Jersey in the next month or so. I will be working in Warren, New Jersey (Somerset County).

I would appreciate any help/suggestions/advice regarding what areas I should be looking at for decently priced apartments ($500 - $1300/month depending on amenities, included utilities, etc). I don't think I'd like having a roommate, if I can avoid it. Also, I'd like to be close to work but more importantly, I'd like to know what communities are best for a young single guy in a new town.

Thanks for your help in advance!

[Spincycle]

Originally Posted by OnTheMoveToNJ

I'm a single 25-year-old recent college grad who might be moving from Michigan to New Jersey in the next month or so. I will be working in Warren, New Jersey (Somerset County).
Also, I'd like to be close to work but more importantly, I'd like to know what communities are best for a young single guy in a new town.

Warren is a bit of a sleepy area. If you are looking for a little "social central" try up 287 going into Morristown or down/off 287 in/around Rutgers University. That's my take. Let's see if anyone else concurs or knows of other possibilities. If I was in your shoes maybe lean toward Rutgers area, IIRC the town of Somerset has a young crowd but that was long time ago.

[Sergio M]

There are some decent rentals in Manville for that price range. Most of the other towns are pricier, although, Hillsborough may be a little too far. Check out North Plainfield, if possible stay North of Rt 22.

[OnTheMoveToNJ]

Thanks for the advice...I'll look into those areas mentioned. Any suggestions on websites to check out or where to go to begin my search?