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James T. Kirk Gardens
620 1st Ave,
Elizabeth,
NJ
07202
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About James T. Kirk Gardens
At James T. Kirk Gardens, experience great living. The address for this community is at 620 1st Ave in Elizabeth. The leasing team is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Be sure to check out the apartment floorplan options. At James T. Kirk Gardens you're right at home.
James T. Kirk Gardens is an apartment community located in Union County and the 07202 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Elizabeth Public School District attendance zone.
620 1st Ave,
Elizabeth,
NJ
07202
Living in Elizabeth, New Jersey combines metropolitan accessibility with historical significance, just 20 miles from Manhattan. The city offers various housing options, from historic single-family homes to apartments, with average rents ranging from $1,371 for studios to $2,013 for three-bedroom units. Elizabeth's neighborhoods each showcase distinct characteristics - the Midtown district features Art Deco architecture, while the Elizabethport area near the waterfront has experienced recent development. The Elmora and Peterstown areas maintain their established cultural heritage through local markets and architecture.
Elizabeth's position as a transportation hub includes multiple train stations providing direct access to Newark and New York City. The Mills at Jersey Gardens outlet mall and the Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal contribute to the local economy. For outdoor recreation, Warinanco Park offers boating facilities and seasonal activities.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.7 mi |
James T. Kirk Gardens is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from Union County Coll., Elizabeth. It is also near Kean University and Coll. of Staten Island, CUNY.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
637 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
1,126 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
807 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,281 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
181 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
184 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Elizabeth include Military Park, located 6.5 miles from James T. Kirk Gardens. James T. Kirk Gardens is near Newark Liberty International, located 7.0 miles or 12 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 24.8 miles or 45 minutes away.
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Drive: | 10 min | 6.5 mi |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.7 mi | |
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.9 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.2 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 10.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 45 min | 24.8 mi |
Walkability Near James T. Kirk Gardens
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
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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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.
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 James T. Kirk Gardens.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
James T. Kirk Gardens has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 4-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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Staten Island Industrial Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.1 mi |
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Willowbrook Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.9 mi |
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Westerleigh Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi |
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Faber Park
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.5 mi |
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G. Thomas DiDomenico Park
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.0 mi |
James T. Kirk Gardens has 5 parks within 8.0 miles, including Staten Island Industrial Park, Willowbrook Park, and Westerleigh Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.1 mi |
James T. Kirk Gardens has 3 hospitals within 7.1 miles, the nearest is Trinitas Regional Medical Center which is 1.0 miles away and a 19 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 10.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 10.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 10.9 mi |
James T. Kirk Gardens has 3 military bases within 10.9 miles, the nearest is Tamdques Reservation which is 10.5 miles away and a 24 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.