$2,595
/ Month
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
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201-341-6091
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
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- Hardwood Floors
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2
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About This Home
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Bright, lovely, and completely renovated, this newer 2 bedroom apartment occupies the 2nd floor of a beautifully restored 3-unit home just blocks from vibrant and historic downtown Bloomfield and the NYC train. Clean and updated common halls and stairways set the tone, while inside you'll find hardwood floors throughout, charming architectural detail, and all the modern conveniences you will love. The new kitchen and bath are beautifully finished, and high-efficiency heat and hot water add comfort and ease. A large windowed walk-in closet is spacious enough to double as a small home office or creative nook. Dedicated washer/dryer in the basement. One assigned parking space included out back. Enjoy the large shared backyard with the 1st and 3rd floor tenants - perfect for relaxing, gathering, or enjoying warm summer evenings. Located just 4 blocks from Bloomfield's exciting downtown filled with restaurants, caf s, shops, and nightlife, with easy access to NYC trains, Bloomfield College, and the Garden State Parkway. You'll be proud to call this home - and just as happy to leave the car parked while you explore the tree-lined streets of one of Essex County's most beloved neighborhoods. Pets allowed with breed/size restrictions. Renter's insurance required.
161 Ashland Ave is an apartment community located in Essex County and the 07003 ZIP Code.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Features
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
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- Dishwasher
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- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
Contact
- Listed by ANN MCCARTHY | GardenStateMLS#NJ
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Garden State Multiple Listing Service, LLC
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Location
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Located 12 miles from Manhattan, Bloomfield combines small-town atmosphere with metropolitan accessibility. This Essex County township features established neighborhoods with housing options from classic single-family homes to contemporary apartment communities. The historic Bloomfield Green, anchored by the Presbyterian Church dating to 1794, serves as the town center. With two NJ Transit stations connecting to New York City and Newark, Bloomfield offers convenient transportation options for commuters. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,012, while three-bedroom units average $2,828.
Brookdale Park, spanning 77 acres, provides recreational opportunities with walking paths and athletic facilities. The downtown area near Bloomfield College features local shops and dining establishments. The Garden State Parkway and other major routes make commuting convenient from Bloomfield.
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Amenities
- Dishwasher
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- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.9 mi |
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2 is within 16 minutes or 0.8 mile from Bloomfield College. It is also near Rutgers, Newark Campus and N.J. Inst. of Technology.
Transportation options available in Bloomfield include Grove Street, located 1.7 miles from 161 Ashland Ave Unit 2. 161 Ashland Ave Unit 2 is near Newark Liberty International, located 10.3 miles or 18 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 26.1 miles or 46 minutes away.
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi |
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.3 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 46 min | 26.1 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
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Good Public Transit
Transit
70
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Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
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Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
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Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 161 Ashland Ave Unit 2.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2 has 1 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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Edison National Historic Site
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.8 mi |
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Van Vleck House & Gardens
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
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Branch Brook Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
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Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.2 mi |
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2 has 5 parks within 5.2 miles, including Edison National Historic Site, Branch Brook Park, and Van Vleck House & Gardens.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.4 mi |
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2 has 3 hospitals within 4.4 miles, the nearest is East Orange General Hospital which is 3.1 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 23 min | 14.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 33 min | 16.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 16.8 mi |
161 Ashland Ave Unit 2 has 3 military bases within 16.8 miles, the nearest is Military Ocean Terminal which is 14.1 miles away and a 23 minute drive.
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161 Ashland Ave
Bloomfield, NJ 07003