Key Takeaways
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One-bedroom apartments range from 760 to 1,030 square feet, starting at $2,345 per month
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Plan A-3 at 1,030 square feet is the largest published one-bedroom in Carteret, at $2.28 per square foot, the lowest rate in town
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Specials as of September 2026: one month free on a 13-month lease, two months free on a 15-month lease
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Every home includes a quartz kitchen with island, a double-vanity bathroom, in-unit washer and dryer, and hardwood-style flooring
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Two-story on-site parking garage, rooftop terrace with Manhattan skyline views, fitness center, coworking lounge, and a dog run
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21 Washington Avenue, downtown Carteret: 10 minutes to Staten Island, 50 to 60 minutes to Port Authority by NJ Transit bus
A One-Bedroom That Is Actually a One-Bedroom
A lot of what gets marketed as a one-bedroom is a studio with a wall added. The one-bedrooms at The Arthur are not that. They start at 760 square feet and run to 1,030, with a genuinely separate bedroom, a living area that fits a real sofa and a dining table, and closet space that does not require a storage unit.
For scale, compare the largest one-bedroom at The Arthur against the largest one-bedroom at The Botanic down the road:
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Largest 1BR compared |
The Arthur, Plan A-3 |
The Botanic, largest 1BR |
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Square feet |
1,030 |
819 |
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Starting rent |
$2,353 |
$2,302 |
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Rent per square foot |
$2.28 |
$2.81 |
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Bedroom |
Separate, enclosed |
Separate, enclosed |
Fifty-one dollars more per month buys 211 more square feet, about 26 percent more room, at a rate 19 percent lower per square foot.
Every one-bedroom includes a fully equipped quartz kitchen with an island, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, hardwood-style flooring, and oversized windows. The primary bathroom has a double vanity with quartz countertops and matte black hardware. A double vanity in a one-bedroom is uncommon in Middlesex County at any price, and it is the detail residents mention most on tours. Private terraces and patios are available in select homes.
One-Bedroom Floorplans
The Arthur offers nine one-bedroom layouts ranging from 760 to 1,030 square feet. Plan A-3, at 1,030 square feet, is the largest published one-bedroom in Carteret.
One-bedrooms start at $2,345 per month as of September 2026. Because pricing and availability move weekly, live numbers for every layout are kept on one page rather than duplicated here.
See live one-bedroom availability and pricing for every layout.
Lease specials as of September 2026: one month free on a 13-month lease, or two months free on a 15-month lease. On a 13-month term, a $2,345 one-bedroom works out to a net effective rent of $2,165 per month. On a 15-month term it is $2,032. Contact the leasing team or call 848-324-6370 to confirm current offers.
Prefer a different layout? Compare all studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom floorplans side by side.
One-Bedroom Apartment Photos
What Is Included
In your home:
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Quartz countertops with a kitchen island and stainless steel appliances
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In-unit washer and dryer, plus a dishwasher
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Hardwood-style flooring throughout
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Double-vanity primary bathroom with quartz counters and matte black hardware
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Oversized windows, and a private terrace or patio in select homes
In the building, from the full amenities list at The Arthur:
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Two-story on-site parking garage with covered parking
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Rooftop terrace with Manhattan skyline views
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Fitness center
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Coworking lounge and private office suites
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Courtyard with grilling areas and lounge seating
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Resident recreation room
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Package receiving room
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Controlled-access entry and elevator service
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Secure bike storage and a fenced-in dog run
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On-site management and maintenance
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High-speed internet ready
Costs and policies:
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Application fee: $50 per applicant
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Security deposit: $2,138 to $2,986 depending on the home. A no-deposit option is available through Obligo for qualified applicants.
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Cats: $250 one-time fee plus $25 per month. Dogs: $500 one-time fee plus $50 per month.
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Pet limits: maximum two pets, 50 pounds each. Restricted breeds are Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Doberman, Chow, Akita and wolf hybrids.
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Parking is available in the on-site two-story garage. Call 848-324-6370 for current garage rates and availability.
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Lease terms from 12 to 15 months. As of September 2026, concessions apply on 13-month and 15-month terms.
Getting to New York and Staten Island
The Arthur is at 21 Washington Avenue in downtown Carteret, a commuter-first location by design.
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Staten Island: about 10 minutes by car via the Outerbridge Crossing
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Midtown Manhattan by bus: NJ Transit routes 48, 115 and 116 serve Carteret. The run to the Port Authority Bus Terminal at 42nd and 8th takes roughly 50 to 60 minutes and costs about $5.50 to $8.00 one way.
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Free commuter parking: the Carteret Park and Ride on Roosevelt Avenue offers free parking for bus commuters
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By car: direct access to the New Jersey Turnpike, the Garden State Parkway, and Routes 1 and 9
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Ferry service in 2028: the $48 million Carteret Multimodal Ferry Terminal broke ground in December and is expected to be complete by December 2027, with passenger service to Manhattan projected for early 2028. NJ Transit received a $9.6 million federal grant to build an electric low-emission vessel, and current plans call for three to four Manhattan round trips per day.
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Nearby: the Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center two blocks away at 46 Washington Avenue, plus Woodbridge Center, the Perth Amboy waterfront, Edison and Metropark
Living in Carteret, NJ
Carteret is a borough of about 25,900 people in Middlesex County, sitting on the Arthur Kill directly across from Staten Island. Its downtown has drawn more than $300 million in investment over the past five years, including the Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center, and The Arthur's own $41 million development is part of the borough's Cultural Arts and Business District plan.
Median household income in Carteret is approximately $97,000 as of 2024, up about 10.6 percent year over year, according to US Census Bureau data. Median gross rent across all unit types is $2,114 per month, and the median home value is roughly $455,000. The cost of living index sits at about 120.7 against a national baseline of 100, which is typical for New York metro commuter towns and well below Jersey City, Hoboken or the outer boroughs.
The practical version for renters: Carteret gives you a downtown being actively invested in, a sub-hour bus commute to Midtown, a 10-minute drive to Staten Island, and meaningfully more square footage per dollar than anything closer to the city.
About The Arthur
The Arthur opened on November 7, 2025 as a $41 million mixed-use development at 21 Washington Avenue in downtown Carteret. The building holds 153 apartment homes, a two-story parking garage, and 4,885 square feet of ground-floor retail. It was developed by Kalian Companies in partnership with Donald Epstein Family Properties, and sits in the Borough's Downtown Cultural Arts and Business District, two blocks from the Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center.
The leasing office is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Reach the leasing team at 848-324-6370.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a one-bedroom apartment in Carteret, NJ?
One-bedroom apartments in Carteret average $2,163 to $2,288 per month as of September 2026. New construction generally runs $2,199 to $2,595, while older buildings start around $1,750 for smaller homes. One-bedrooms at The Arthur start at $2,345 and range from 760 to 1,030 square feet, with the largest layout offering the lowest rent per square foot in town at $2.28. See current one-bedroom pricing and availability for every layout.
What is the largest one-bedroom apartment available in Carteret, NJ?
Plan A-3 at The Arthur, at 1,030 square feet, is the largest published one-bedroom in Carteret. Meridian Square offers a 1,010 square foot one-bedroom, and the largest at The Botanic is 819 square feet starting at $2,302. It rents from $2,353 per month as of September 2026. Check live availability for Plan A-3.
Is Carteret, NJ a good place to live?
Carteret works well for people who need New York access without New York rent. It is a borough of about 25,900 in Middlesex County with a median household income near $97,000, a downtown that has drawn over $300 million in investment in five years, and a bus commute to Port Authority of roughly 50 to 60 minutes. A ferry terminal to Manhattan is under construction with service expected in 2028. It is quieter and more residential than Jersey City or Newark, and its cost of living runs about 20 percent above the national average, which is low for this region.
What is the cost of living in Carteret, NJ?
Carteret's cost of living index is roughly 120.7 where the national average is 100, so about 20 percent above the US average. Housing drives most of that. Median gross rent is $2,114 per month and the median home value is around $455,000. Against the rest of the New York metro, Carteret sits on the affordable end.
How long is the commute from Carteret to Manhattan?
By NJ Transit bus, roughly 50 to 60 minutes to the Port Authority Bus Terminal at about $5.50 to $8.00 one way, on routes 48, 115 and 116. Staten Island is about 10 minutes by car via the Outerbridge Crossing. Passenger ferry service to Manhattan is projected to begin in early 2028 once the Carteret Multimodal Ferry Terminal is complete.
What is the difference between a studio and a one-bedroom at The Arthur?
A one-bedroom has a separate, enclosed bedroom with a door and a distinct living area, and runs 760 to 1,030 square feet. Studios combine living and sleeping space in a single room and run 551 to 743 square feet. Studios start at $1,975 and one-bedrooms start at $2,345. The roughly $370 monthly difference buys a separate bedroom and about 200 more square feet. Compare studio apartments in Carteret, NJ against the one-bedroom layouts.
Are the one-bedrooms at The Arthur pet friendly?
Yes. The Arthur is a pet-friendly community with a fenced-in dog run on site. Cats are $250 one-time plus $25 per month, and dogs are $500 one-time plus $50 per month. There is a limit of two pets with a 50 pound weight maximum each. Restricted breeds are Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Doberman, Chow, Akita and wolf hybrids.
What does it cost to apply, and what deposit is required?
The application fee is $50 per applicant. Security deposits range from $2,138 to $2,986 depending on the home. Qualified applicants can use Obligo to lease with no upfront security deposit.
Is parking available at The Arthur?
Yes. The Arthur has a two-story on-site parking garage with covered parking, along with secure bike storage. See the full amenities list at The Arthur, or call the leasing office at 848-324-6370 for current garage rates.
Are there any move-in specials right now?
Yes. As of September 2026, The Arthur is offering one month free on a 13-month lease and two months free on a 15-month lease. On a 13-month term, a $2,345 one-bedroom works out to a net effective rent of $2,165 per month. On a 15-month term it is $2,032. Contact the leasing team or call 848-324-6370 to confirm current specials.
Who developed and owns The Arthur?
The Arthur was developed by Kalian Companies in partnership with Donald Epstein Family Properties, opening November 7, 2025. The $41 million project includes 153 apartments, a two-story parking garage and 4,885 square feet of ground-floor retail, and is part of the Borough of Carteret's Downtown Cultural Arts and Business District redevelopment.
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