Middlesex County · Arthur Kill waterfront · Exit 12 · Arts District
Carteret, New Jersey
Carteret is a compact, diverse Middlesex County borough with an industrial and logistics base, a growing downtown arts district, international dining, ten public parks and a transformed Arthur Kill waterfront with a marina, fishing pier and riverwalk amenities.
The borough's next major transportation project is the Carteret Multimodal Ferry Terminal. As of September 2026, the terminal is still under construction and ferry service is forthcoming; NJTGO does not describe it as an operating commuter service.
Explore Carteret
Carteret has enough local depth for a complete seven-page NJTGO guide, with strong downtown, waterfront, dining, health-care and employment content.
Groceries, pharmacies, health care, automotive, hardware, fitness, personal care, contractors, logistics and major employers.
Browse businesses →Portuguese, Punjabi, Pakistani, Caribbean, halal, pizza, burgers, diner food, cafés, desserts and more—with GF/DF filters.
Browse food & drink →Downtown redevelopment, newer apartment projects, schools, zoning, flood due diligence and waterfront planning.
Explore real estate →Waterfront Park, marina, Carteret PAC, arts destinations, parks and two in-borough hotels.
Plan a visit →Useful community, buy/sell, notice and local-service categories with official-resource and fraud-safety guidance.
Open classifieds →Borough, schools, retail, health care, hospitality, logistics, warehousing, construction and waterfront-related employment.
Explore jobs →Carteret highlights
Public waterfront space with walking areas, fishing, miniature golf, picnic space and marina access.
The 185-slip marina anchors Carteret's recreational waterfront and boating activity.
46 Washington Avenue hosts concerts, comedy, theater, expos and private events.
Carteret PACWashington Avenue combines newer mixed-use housing, restaurants, the PAC and public-space investment.
The historic arts building received new rehabilitation funding in 2026 for accessibility and other improvements.
Carteret's park system includes athletic fields, courts, walking paths, ponds, mini golf, fishing and other recreation.
Parks guideGovernment, library & schools
61 Cooke Avenue · Carteret, NJ 07008
732-541-3800
100 Cooke Avenue · 732-541-3830. Physical and digital collections, computers, learning tools and community programs.
Library websiteThe K–12 district includes Carteret High School, Carteret Junior High, Carteret Middle, Columbus, Nathan Hale and Pvt. Nicholas Minue schools.
School districtBorough programs support community health, recreation and senior services.
Department contactsFerry project status
NJTGO advertising and enhanced placement options are available for Carteret and Middlesex County businesses and organizations.
View advertising optionsCarteret information reviewed September 16, 2026. Businesses, menus, hours, events, construction projects, prices and job openings can change; confirm time-sensitive details directly with the organization.