Piscataway, NJ
A diverse suburban community with excellent schools and rich history
Piscataway
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About Piscataway
Piscataway is a diverse township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and convenient location. Home to part of Rutgers University's campus, Piscataway blends suburban comfort with academic influence and technological innovation. With a rich history dating back to 1666, it's one of New Jersey's oldest settlements, offering residents a strong sense of community and heritage.
City Highlights
- •Home to part of Rutgers University's campus and research facilities
- •Excellent public school system with strong academic programs
- •Diverse community with residents from many cultural backgrounds
- •Extensive park system with recreational facilities
- •Rich historical heritage as one of New Jersey's oldest townships
Living in Piscataway
- •Established in 1666, making it one of the oldest townships in New Jersey
- •Named after the Native American term 'Piscataquis' meaning 'great deer'
- •Home to the Rutgers University Busch Campus and athletic facilities
- •Site of the first Indian reservation in America
- •Features numerous historic sites including the Metlar-Bodine House
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Demographics
Piscataway has an average household size of 2.63 people and a median age of 38.5 years. About 28% of households have children.
Piscataway Market Analytics
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Market Overview
Piscataway is currently a buyer's market with a median home price of $20,359,900 and 1,408 active listings. The average home sells in about 2814.283475783478 days.
💡 Good time for buyers to negotiate.
Median Price
$20,359,900
Average: $21,640,021
Price per Sq.Ft
$13333
Based on recent sales
Market Activity
5,552
1408 active, 0 pending, 0 sold
Market Competition
Avg. Days on Market
2814.283475783478
Sale to List Ratio
3840.0%
Price Drops
0
Market Type
buyer's
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Lifestyle in Piscataway
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Lifestyle & Demographics
Median Income
$92K
Families with Kids
28%
Population
56K
Avg Household Size
2.63
Who lives in Piscataway?
Single-Male Families
Single-Female Families
Couple Families
Age & Gender Distribution
Median Age
38.5
Age Distribution
Gender Distribution
Female
51%
Male
49%
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Neighborhoods in Piscataway
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New Market
New Market is one of Piscataway's historic neighborhoods, featuring a mix of older homes and newer developments. This ar...
Society Hill
Society Hill is a planned community featuring townhouses and condominiums with amenities like pools and tennis courts. T...
Rutgers Village
Rutgers Village is located near the university campus, offering a mix of housing options popular with faculty, staff, an...
Amenities in Piscataway
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Dining
- •Gabriele's Italian Restaurant - Family-owned Italian eatery
- •Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Popular family restaurant
- •Stelton Pizza - Local favorite for pizza and Italian fare
- •Piscataway Diner - Classic American diner with extensive menu
- •Asian Bistro - Well-regarded Asian fusion restaurant
Shopping
- •Centennial Square - Shopping center with various retailers
- •Stelton Plaza - Neighborhood shopping center with grocery and services
- •Rutgers Plaza (nearby) - Large shopping center with major retailers
- •Piscataway Town Center - Mixed-use development with shops and restaurants
- •Middlesex Mall (nearby) - Regional mall with department stores
Parks & Recreation
- •Johnson Park - Large county park with zoo, trails, and sports facilities
- •Possumtown Park - Community park with playground and fields
- •Columbus Park - Neighborhood park with recreational facilities
- •Quibbletown Park - Sports fields and playground
- •Riverside Park - Scenic park along the Raritan River
Getting Around Piscataway
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Public Transit
Piscataway is served by NJ Transit bus routes connecting to New Brunswick, Newark, and other destinations. While the township doesn't have its own train station, nearby New Brunswick and Edison stations provide access to the Northeast Corridor line.
Train Stations:
- New Brunswick Station (nearby) - Northeast Corridor Line
- Edison Station (nearby) - Northeast Corridor Line
Driving & Commuting
The township is conveniently located near major highways including I-287, Route 18, and Route 22, with easy access to the New Jersey Turnpike, making it convenient for commuters.
Average Commute Time:
32 minutes