University Heights

Newark, NJ

University Heights - Newark, NJ

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2.9 (13 Reviews)

The home of several college campuses beside Downtown Newark

University • Walkable • Affordable • Great Location • Urban •

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. Out-of-state trips are made easy thanks to the Newark Liberty International Airport, which is only five miles away.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in University Heights is $1,800 for a studio, $1,994 for one bedroom, $2,255 for two bedrooms, and $3,166 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in University Heights has decreased by -14.1% in the past year.

Studio
507 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,800/month

Average Rent

1 BR
551 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,994/month

Average Rent

2 BR
717 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,255/month

Average Rent

3 BR
657 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$3,166/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of University Heights - Newark, NJ

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2.9 13 Reviews

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7 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review

The most backwards place on earth. Poverty is third world ish, No jobs unless your panhandling. A dump is an upgrade. Absolutely disgusting hell on earth..

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8 years and 8 months ago•Niche Review

Newark is sometimes known for it's crime rate but most of the crime happens on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. There are good parts of town and there are bad parts - just like with most places. Safety is important, since a lot of people run lights, walk whenever they want to, etc. I have been in worse places but I have also been in better places. I think that the city is trying to make it a better place. Recently, there were new apartments built, a new grocery store, new fast food places, and things like that. Seeing how everyone wants Newark to be a good and safe place, I think it has potential.

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9 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review

Living in Newark is difficult, and I can honestly say that I would try and stay as far away from it as possible if I did not go to school here. Many lives I feel unsafe, but I really have no other options but to make the most of the experiences I have here.

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9 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review

There for my education. It has it's ups and downs ranging from students being robbed, to an active police force.

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