Explore the Piscataway community
Area Info & Accessibility
Suburban walkability — tree-lined streets, parks & daily errands by car or on foot
Walkalble Neighborhood
~30 min to Newark · ~45 min to EWR · I-287, Rt. 18 & NJ Turnpike access
highway access
~45 min bus to NYC Port Authority via Suburban Transit (hourly from Neilson Plaza)
Rutgers University borders the township — research jobs, culture & campus life nearby
local college
accessible transit - bus
Explore the Piscataway Community
Area Info & Accessibility
Suburban walkability — tree-lined streets, parks & daily errands by car or on foot
Walkalble Neighborhood
Rutgers University borders the township — research jobs, culture & campus life nearby
local college
~30 min to Newark · ~45 min to EWR · I-287, Rt. 18 & NJ Turnpike access
highway access
~45 min bus to NYC Port Authority via Suburban Transit (hourly from Neilson Plaza)
accessible transit - bus
a historic township near New Brunswick featuring a spacious feel with beautiful colonial-era parks, excellent schools, and strong community traditions.
combines small-town charm with access to cultural and educational resources
Ideal for families valuing both space and convenience, Piscataway is also home to Rutgers University's Livingston Campus.
Welcome to Piscataway
combines small-town charm with access to cultural and educational resources
Community Vibes
Massive annual open-campus festival on the last Saturday of April; tens of thousands attend with live music, food trucks, science demos & 4-H events across the Piscataway and New Brunswick campuses
Rutgers Day
The 480-acre county riverside park hosts seasonal programming, local sports leagues & the East Jersey Olde Towne Village living history site
Johnson Park events
One of New Jersey's longest-running Greek festivals, held the weekend after Mother's Day at the church on Metlars Lane
Annual Greek Festival at St. George
District rates A- overall on Niche (2025), ranked #69 in NJ and A+ in both College Prep and Diversity. Piscataway High School earned an A from Niche
top schools
Johnson Park & Recreation
Why You'll Love it Here:
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This beautiful park features Johnson Park's colonial village restoration, hiking trails, and seasonal events that bring the community together.
Highly Rated Schools
Piscataway High School is one of the district's crown jewels, with strong
academics and diverse programming.
Rutgers University Proximity
Access to university events, cultural programming, and employment opportunities through the university system.
