New Jersey relocation guide
Moving to Hazlet, NJ
About Hazlet
Hazlet is a residential township in northern Monmouth County along the Route 35/36 corridor, valued for its direct rail commute and relative affordability near the bay. Housing is predominantly mid-century suburban: ranches, capes, and split-levels on quiet streets, plus townhouse communities. It is a practical commuter town with Raritan Bay waterfront access at its northern edge (near Union Beach and Keyport).
Home prices in Hazlet
Home prices in Hazlet vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Hazlet
- Hazlet station — North Jersey Coast Line commuter hub.
- Veterans Memorial Park.
- Natco Lake Park area / Raritan Bay waterfront (northern edge).
- Route 35/36 commercial corridor — shopping and dining.
- Nearby: Keyport waterfront and Union Beach.
Commuting from Hazlet
- NJ Transit North Jersey Coast Line at Hazlet station.
- Direct train to New York Penn Station: ~1h 18m (Rome2Rio; read September 24, 2026; ~182 weekly trains).
- Academy Bus from Hazlet (Airport Plaza) to Port Authority: ~1h 11m (Rome2Rio; read September 24, 2026).
- Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~52 minutes (39–40 miles; Rome2Rio; read September 24, 2026; longer with traffic).
Schools in Hazlet
Public schools: Hazlet Township Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Hazlet FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hazlet, NJ?
Home prices in Hazlet vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Hazlet, NJ?
NJ Transit North Jersey Coast Line at Hazlet station. - Which school district serves Hazlet, NJ?
Hazlet is served by Hazlet Township Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New Jersey Department of Education.