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53 University Ave
53 University Ave,
Newark,
NJ
07102
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53 University Ave,
Newark,
NJ
07102
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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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| University Heights | Newark, NJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,848 | $1,367 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,149 | $1,609 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,322 | $2,027 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,990 | $2,115 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
53 University Ave is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Rutgers, Newark Campus. It is also near N.J. Inst. of Technology and Essex County College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
513 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
665 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,734 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
131 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
36 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Newark include Riverfront Stadium, located 0.2 mile from 53 University Ave. 53 University Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 5.9 miles or 10 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 27.2 miles or 41 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 5 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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Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.9 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 41 min | 27.2 mi |
Walkability Near 53 University Ave Newark, NJ 07102
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
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 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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Traffic
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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 53 University Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
53 University Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-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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Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Branch Brook Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Kearny Marsh
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
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Edison National Historic Site
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi |
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Richard W. DeKorte Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.2 mi |
53 University Ave has 5 parks within 6.2 miles, including Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium, Branch Brook Park, and Kearny Marsh.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.5 mi |
53 University Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.5 miles, the nearest is Saint Michael's Medical Center which is 0.3 mile away and a 5 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 9.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 13.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 17.8 mi |
53 University Ave has 3 military bases within 17.8 miles, the nearest is Military Ocean Terminal which is 9.8 miles away and a 15 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.
53 University Ave
Newark, NJ 07102