Affordable Places to Live in NJ

Is it true? There are affordable places to live in New Jersey? Yes, it's true! Learn about 6 of the most affordable places to live in the Garden State. This was done by Extra Space Storage. You don't want to miss this one!

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I'm Jackie Baker, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty in Allendale NJ. I serve the Bergen County area and would love to help you with your next home purchase or sale. Don't live in NJ? I can connect you with an outstanding realtor in your area!

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[licamarti]

Don’t look only into prices for example New Brunswick has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. So be aware to check how safe the area is :)

[MrJohnRend]

I grew up in Pburg. It was such a cute little town and I sometimes miss it there. Definetly was suprised you mentioned it.

[njtexit]

I live 5 minutes from Hightstown.
I have been in this area for 11 years.
The one thing about Hightstown is that its real estate taxes seem to be about 15%-20% more than
the surrounding East Windsor.
I don't think you are going to find a house for $267K these days.

[zekemon]

Yes, you can buy afford a house in New Jersey but there’s only one problem…. property taxes are the worst here than in any other state. Why buy a house in New Jersey and pay 6 to 10 times more per year in property taxes than in other states such as Tennessee, Georgia or even Florida? That is why even though I grew up here, when I finally plan to retire I’m escaping this money pit of a state!

[TheAnswerKeyTV]

Thanks, Jackie! I'm originally a Bergen County girl, but I've been wanting to move back home, and don't want to pay 700k for a house. This is super-helpful.

[minervaperez]

Hi you are amazing explaining but you forgot to mention the property taxes when you talk about affordable houses in new jersey .it makes sense to talk about the taxes

[darthgrundle]

Born and raised in NJ, this women's FOS..She never mentioned property taxes, one of the highest in the nation. I left 30 years ago. My mom before she passed was paying 700.00 a month in property taxes on a house that was paid off 30 years ago that originally had a monthly mortgage of 70 dollars a month. That was fifteen years ago. With a mortgage and PROPERTY taxes I couldn't afford to buy that house today.

[KindnessInChaos]

I’m from NJ born and raised- it’s very expensive if you’re renting. I can’t find a 3bedroom within my budget- trying to improve my credit to qualify for a mortgage. I’d rather own.

[kevinortiz]

im tired of living in nyc. To much crazy people and crime and its just to crowded. Thanks for the information

[blujeans]

That $140k average price in Phillipsburg isn't exactly as it seems. The reason for that number is due to the number of half-doubles. Those are the only houses you'll pay that amount for - or homes in need of major renovations. If you are looking for a single, the prices are over $200k. But with being right on Rt 78, without commuter traffic, you can get into the City in about an hour. It's a great place to live in a lot of ways.

[sondranewall]

43 Years ago I moved from NJ to South Fla to be near my family. Worse mistake I ever made. The salaries in NJ are so far below what they were in NJ. I graduated from Seton Hall University with a 4.0 degree in Counseling Psych, and because I do not speak Spanish it has been impossible to get a job for many years, even though I held a Fla license in Mental Health Counseling. I own an adorable tiny home in Western Broward County, and the homeowners insurance doubles every year, which means I may not be able to hold onto the home I worked my whole life to buy. Homeowners insurance cost more than taxes, principle and interest in Fla. Homeowners who never made a claim, have to pay for the fact that the insurance companies that took money for policies were not solvent at the time, so we have to cover the expenses that they could not cover. Unfair, yes, but it is a fact. I put a lien on my house in 2018 for $50, 000.00 to get impact windows and doors and a new roof, that goes away after 15 years, just to afford homeowners insurance. If you live in NJ do not move to Fla. Don't make the same mistake I did.

[Sweetz]

Hi, can we now get a 2024 update on the housing market to move to these places today?

[brownoriental]

pompton lakes is a flood zone area! Watch out for that!

[waterwanderer.mattyy]

Oh thank you sooo much!!!! I am looking at a potential job opportunity in Berkeley Heights and the cost-of-living scared me lolol. Beautifully done video!!!

[michaelcohen]

I grew up in Toms River, Rent is high but there is allot to enjoy along the shore. When i left in 2010, the cost was a bit higher then but I have seen the prices come down, and now I am thinking about heading back to area. Tho Phillipsburg as my eyes too. I miss the Garden State.

[charlespaterson]

Rahway - Home to the "Glass House", NJ's High Security Penitentiary & Sex Crime prison. It is core to Union County's Traffic congestion.

[joannesmith]

I'm surprised there isn't a single town on this list in South Jersey.

[McHellenIsaboke]

Hi fellow New Jersian, am in NJ and am thinking of relocating to TX late next year, but let me listen to you first. I also subbed😊

[barbaranapravnik]

I’m from New Jersey now living in Delaware. The property taxes in Jersey is what sent us to Delaware. I hate it here but can’t afford the property taxes in Jersey😢

[matthewburton]

I like your videos but i wish you would include apartments as well