$5,000
Total Monthly Price
557 S Orange Ave
South Orange, NJ 07079
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551-266-5629
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Bedrooms
5
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Bathrooms
2.5
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Square Feet
2,400 sq ft
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557 S Orange Ave
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$7,500 deposit,
Available Now
All Utilities Included – Spacious & Convenient Living Across from Seton Hall! Live large just steps from Seton Hall University in this surprisingly spacious split-level home—ideal for families, college groups, or individuals (in select cases). Located less than one mile from a direct NJ Transit line to NY Penn Station, this property blends comfort, convenience, and value in one unbeatable package. Property Highlights: Flexible Layout: 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and multiple common areas offer room for 5–6 tenants comfortably. Master suite can be used as a double with no increase in rent. Striking Design: Dramatic living and dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a soaring double-height ceiling. Modern Kitchen: Large eat-in kitchen with recently updated appliances including a brand-new stove and refrigerator. Upper Level: 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a renovated master suite. Lower Level: Finished space featuring a family/playroom, 5th bedroom, additional full bath, and walkout access to the backyard and patio. Updated Comforts: Newer central air system (installed 2017), hardwood and tiled floors throughout. Additional Perks: Flat Rent Rate: No rent increase whether you have 5 or 6 tenants. Utilities: All paid by tenants Free Parking: Off-street parking for up to 4 vehicles. Easy Commute: One mile from a direct train line to NYC. Standard one-year lease. Contract available upon request.
557 S Orange Ave is a house located in Essex County and the 07079 ZIP Code. This area is served by the South Orange-Maplewood School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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.
House Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Framed Mirrors
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dining Room
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Patio
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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With its iconic gas-lit streets and beautiful historic architecture, South Orange is one of the New York area’s most distinctive suburban communities. Predominately a residential township, the local rental market features a range of apartments and condos suitable for any budget. The thriving Downtown district is packed with dozens of unique restaurants, specialty shops, and entertainment venues to ensure that you never go bored in your off hours: within just a few blocks, you can start your day with a hearty breakfast at Grid Iron Waffle Shop, enjoy a classy evening out at Papillon 25, and catch a band at South Mountain Tavern.
You’ll benefit from direct access to huge parks and nature preserves, with Cameron Park sitting adjacent to Downtown and the sprawling South Mountain Reservation bordering the west side of town. South Orange is home to Seton Hall University, serving around 10,000 students and contributing heavily to the community’s intellectual and cultural climate.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
557 S Orange Ave is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Seton Hall University. It is also near Essex County College and N.J. Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
475 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
448 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
420 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
770 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,985 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
167 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in South Orange include Norfolk Street, located 3.6 miles from 557 S Orange Ave. 557 S Orange Ave is near Newark Liberty International, located 8.5 miles or 14 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 31.2 miles or 48 minutes away.
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.5 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 48 min | 31.2 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.
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
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Good Public Transit
Transit
60
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Very Drivable
Drivability
80
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Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
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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.
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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 557 S Orange Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
557 S Orange Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 mile, which is about a 18-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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Edison National Historic Site
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.4 mi |
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Newark Museum and Dreyfuss Planetarium
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
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Greenwood Gardens
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi |
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Turtle Back Zoo
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.0 mi |
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Branch Brook Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.4 mi |
557 S Orange Ave has 5 parks within 5.4 miles, including Edison National Historic Site, Turtle Back Zoo, and Greenwood Gardens.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
557 S Orange Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.9 miles, the nearest is East Orange General Hospital which is 2.2 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 19 min | 12.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 13.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 13.8 mi |
557 S Orange Ave has 3 military bases within 13.8 miles, the nearest is Military Ocean Terminal which is 12.4 miles away and a 19 minute drive.
Amenities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Framed Mirrors
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dining Room
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Patio
557 S Orange Ave Photos
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557 S Orange Ave
South Orange, NJ 07079