Aubrey Hughes moving Jan 17, 2026

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 19,151, Iselin is a small town. The median home value here is around $394,200, which seems about average. You can expect to pay around $2,051 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What would you do? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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