$2,900 / Month
262 Matthews Drive
Newark, NJ 07103
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732-549-1998
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
989 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Clubhouse
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Community Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Central Air
262 Matthews Drive
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About This Home
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Welcome to this spacious and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental, with its convenient two-level layout. This rental offers both comfort and style, bright and airy with plenty of natural light. Fully equipped kitchen featuring modern appliances, stone counter-tops and ample cabinet space for all your cooking needs. Generous-sized bathroom with updated fixtures and tiles. Private entry leading to a cozy patio area. One assigned parking space (32D1) and guest parking nearby. Pets, no larger than 25lbs will be considered with a non refundable monthly fee, $25. Community amenities include an in-ground pool, tennis court and access to the Club House. Conveniently located near: NYC commuter transportation, Newark Liberty International Airport, Prudential Center, NJPAC, Universities and restaurants. Can be rented fully furnished for $3100.
262 Matthews Drive is a townhome located in Essex County and the 07103 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The Newark Public attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Home Details
Home Type
Interior Unit Townhome
Year Built
Built in 1990
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Main Floor Bedroom
1 Full Bathroom
3 Bedrooms
Home Design
Tile
Interior Spaces
Laminate Flooring
989 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
Microwave
Dishwasher
Recirculated Exhaust Fan
Laundry
Dryer
Washer
Listing and Financial Details
Assessor Parcel Number 1614-00406-0000-00001-0000-C3207X
Tenant pays for electric, gas, heat, hot water, sewer, water
Parking
Assigned Parking
1 Parking Space
Utilities
Central Air
Underground Utilities
Standard Electricity
Community Details
Amenities
Clubhouse
Recreation
Community Pool
Tennis Courts
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Contact
- Listed by CYNTHIA KILKER | GardenStateMLS#NJ
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Garden State Multiple Listing Service, LLC
Copyright © 2025 Garden State MLS, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Location
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Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Clubhouse
As its name implies, University Heights houses several academic institutions. University Heights is home to Essex County College, the New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Rutgers University-Newark Campus. Sprawling campuses, along with several medical facilities like Saint Michael's Medical Center and Rutger’s University Hospital, dominate the neighborhood but there still plenty of rentals to choose from. Ideal for all renters, University Heights has affordable to upscale rentals available.
This urban neighborhood is nestled beside Downtown Newark, giving easy access to some of the city’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Bike lanes and a light rail system provide transportation options that make it easy to get around, although you may opt to simply lace up your shoes in this walkable neighborhood. Locals enjoy being able to stroll downtown entertainment hubs like the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Prudential Center.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
262 Matthews Drive is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from N.J. Inst. of Technology. It is also near Essex County College and Rutgers, Newark Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
513 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,734 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
141 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
36 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-4
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
249 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Newark include Norfolk Street, located 0.3 mile from 262 Matthews Drive. 262 Matthews Drive is near Newark Liberty International, located 6.0 miles or 10 minutes away, and Laguardia, located 27.6 miles or 41 minutes away.
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 22 min | 1.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 23 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 10 min | 6.0 mi |
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Laguardia
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Drive: | 41 min | 27.6 mi |
Time and distance from 262 Matthews Drive.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
262 Matthews Drive has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. 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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Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Branch Brook Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Kearny Marsh
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
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Edison National Historic Site
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.8 mi |
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Richard W. DeKorte Park
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.8 mi |
262 Matthews Drive has 5 parks within 6.8 miles, including Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium, Branch Brook Park, and Kearny Marsh.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.8 mi |
262 Matthews Drive has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is The University Hospital which is 0.6 mile away and a 11 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 9.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 13.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 17.9 mi |
262 Matthews Drive has 3 military bases within 17.9 miles, the nearest is Military Ocean Terminal which is 9.8 miles away and a 16 minute drive.
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262 Matthews Drive
Newark, NJ 07103