Hedges at Hawthorne
204 Wagaraw Rd,
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$2,599 - $3,500
Studio - 2 Beds
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ Area Guide
Feel the Pioneer Spirit at WPU
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Founded in 1855, William Paterson University is the third oldest public institution in New Jersey. William Paterson faculty and staff challenge students to high levels of intellectual and professional accomplishment and personal growth to prepare for careers, advanced studies, and productive citizenship. WPU graduates embody a profound sense of responsibility to their communities, commitment to a sustainable environment, and active involvement in a multicultural world. Located in suburban northern New Jersey, WPU is convenient to a wide range of apartments available for rent in Wayne. Housing options are even more plentiful in the nearby areas of Haledon, Prospect Park, and Downtown Paterson. Commuting and traveling from William Paterson is simple with access to Route 208 and I-80. More than 115 clubs and organizations, 28 fraternities and sororities, and 13 NCAA Division III sports teams keep WPU campus life exciting. William Paterson benefits from the peace of nature as well as the bustle of the city, sitting three miles from the historic Great Falls in Paterson yet just 20 miles from the rich cultural, artistic, and commercial life of New York City.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Wayne, NJ is $2,412 for a studio, $2,123 for one bedroom, $2,840 for two bedrooms, and $5,290 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wayne has decreased by -6.6% in the past year.
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Studio
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563 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,412/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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796 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,123/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,075 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,840/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,925 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$5,290/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Essentials are more spread out in William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ (University), so everyday errands require more planning.
Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk
Groceries
40
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Limited Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
30
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
40
/ 100
Recreation
Recreation options in William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ (University) are limited, so staying active may require more planning.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
60
/ 100
Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
20
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
20
/ 100
Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby
Nightlife
10
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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435 Students
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Grades K-5
311 Students
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Grades K-5
387 Students
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373 Students
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309 Students
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Grades 6-8
508 Students
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1,034 Students
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1,182 Students
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1,241 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Rifle Camp Park Observatory
- NJ Audubon Lorrimer Sanctuary
- Abma's Farm
- McFaul Environmental Center
- Saddle River County Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- LaGuardia
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