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431 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd,
East Orange, NJ 07018
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249 Amherst St
249 Amherst St,
East Orange,
NJ
07018
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About 249 Amherst St East Orange, NJ 07018
Discover 249 Amherst St. This property is situated in the 7018 area of East Orange. The professional leasing team is eager to show you our community. Give us a call now to schedule your tour.
249 Amherst St is an apartment community located in Essex County and the 07018 ZIP Code. This area is served by the East Orange School District attendance zone.
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249 Amherst St,
East Orange,
NJ
07018
East Orange, NJ, sits just 12 miles from Manhattan, combining historic charm with contemporary city living. Tree-lined streets showcase the area's architectural heritage, from pre-war apartment buildings to classic single-family homes.
The city features established neighborhoods like Greenwood, known for its architectural character, and the Central Avenue Commercial District. Elmwood Park provides recreational opportunities with its swimming pool, tennis courts, and walking track. The East Orange Campus High School stands on the historic grounds of the former Upsala College, while the Whitney E. Houston Academy of Creative & Performing Arts honors the legendary singer's local roots. Two NJ Transit train stations offer direct service to New York City, making the area particularly accessible for commuters.
Learn more about living in East Orange
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
249 Amherst St is within 7 minutes or 2.3 miles from Seton Hall University. It is also near N.J. Inst. of Technology and Essex County College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
551 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
711 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
333 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
278 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,748 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
167 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in East Orange include Norfolk Street, located 2.5 miles from 249 Amherst St. 249 Amherst St is near Newark Liberty International, located 8.4 miles or 15 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 29.7 miles or 45 minutes away.
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 15 min | 8.4 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 45 min | 29.7 mi |
Walkability Near 249 Amherst St East Orange, NJ 07018
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
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
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
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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 249 Amherst St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
249 Amherst St has 2 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Edison National Historic Site
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Branch Brook Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi |
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Turtle Back Zoo
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.7 mi |
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Greenwood Gardens
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Drive: | 15 min | 6.6 mi |
249 Amherst St has 5 parks within 6.6 miles, including Edison National Historic Site, Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium, and Branch Brook Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
249 Amherst St has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is East Orange General Hospital which is 0.7 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 20 min | 12.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 14.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 15.8 mi |
249 Amherst St has 3 military bases within 15.8 miles, the nearest is Military Ocean Terminal which is 12.2 miles away and a 20 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
249 Amherst St
East Orange, NJ 07018