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242 Prospect Street Apartments

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242 Prospect St, East Orange, NJ 07017

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242 Prospect Street

East Orange, NJ 07017
(862) 214-2410
242 Prospect Street in East Orange, NJ - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,600 Pricing
  • 800 Square Feet

About 242 Prospect Street

Welcome to our 1 bedroom apartment located in East orange this unit features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, an updated kitchen cabinets perfect for cooking and entertaining including heat and hot water for added convenience. Whit a prime location and this desirables amenities. This apt is perfect place to call home contact us today to schedule a tour and make apt yours Minimum requirements to rent this apartment: 600 Credit Score Gross Monthly Income 3X rent No Landlord Tenancy Filings

242 Prospect Street is located in the 07017 Zip code of East Orange, NJ. This community is professionally managed by Harper Management

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

242 Prospect Street offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,600 and having 800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      1 Bedroom

      $1,600

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
      $1,600Available Now158-102800$2,400

      Unit 158-102 Amenities and Features

      Kitchen

      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Unique Features

      • Heat and Hot Water
      • stove refrigerator and microwaves
      • Update Kitchen
      • Updated Bathroom

      Unit 158-102 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,600

      Deposit

      • $2,400 deposit

      Unit Description

      Nice one beautiful apt in East Orange, NJ offers a freshly updated one-bedroom, one-bath residence with modern finishes throughout. The unit features an updated kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances and an updated bathroom, providing a contemporary, low-maintenance living environment. Located in East Orange, this apartment is a solid choice for those seeking an updated, single-bedroom home.

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,600
    Price shown is base rent. 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. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 3 Stories
    • 49 Units
    • Built in 1952

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Heat and Hot Water
    • Heat and Hot Water Included
    • heat and hot wster
    • Stove and Refridgerator
    • stove refrigerator and microwaves

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • Renters Insurance Program
    • Key Fob Entry

    Outdoor Features

    • Controlled Access

    Interior Features

    • Windows

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Granite Countertops

    Living Area Features

    • Tile Floors
    • Hardwood Floors
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    242 Prospect St, East Orange, NJ 07017

    Getting Around

    • 80 / 100 Very Walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

    • 80 / 100 Strong public transit

      Near rapid transit and frequent bus lines

    • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

      Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 70 / 100 Moderately car friendly

      Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 80 / 100 Restaurants

      Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Cafes

      Variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 50 / 100 Nightlife

      Some bars within walking distance

    • 80 / 100 Shopping

      Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Parks

      Large amount of park space nearby

    • 90 / 100 Noise Level

      Virtually no sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about 242 Prospect Street

    Where is 242 Prospect Street located?

    242 Prospect Street is located at 242 Prospect St, East Orange, NJ

    What is the current rent range at 242 Prospect Street?

    1 Bedrooms at 242 Prospect Street currently start from $1,600. Call today for more info!

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

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    Nearby Schools

    Edward T. Bowser Sr Elementary School

    East Orange School District
    180 Lincoln Street
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (612 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
    3/10

    Sojourner Truth Middle School

    East Orange School District
    116 Hamilton Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (264 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
    2/10

    East Orange Campus High School

    East Orange School District
    344 Prospect Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1798 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
    1/10

    Patrick F Healy Middle School

    East Orange School District
    116 Hamilton Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (322 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
    2/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 242 Prospect Street.

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreen's

    508 Main St
    1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

    Shoprite

    533 Main St
    1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

    Walgreens

    240 Central Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.25 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Bloomfield College

    467 Franklin St
    5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away

    New Jersey Institute of Technology

    University Heights
    5 minute drive / 2.51 miles away

    Seton Hall University

    400 S Orange Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

    Groceries

    Shoprite

    533 Main St
    1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

    Whole Foods

    701 Bloomfield Ave
    7 minute drive / 3.42 miles away

    Seabra Foods

    178-210 Schuyler Ave
    7 minute drive / 3.57 miles away

    Hospitals

    East Orange General Hospital

    300 Central Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

    Clara Maass Medical Center

    1 Clara Maass Dr
    4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

    The University Hospital

    150 Bergen St
    4 minute drive / 2.21 miles away

    Military Bases

    Military Ocean Terminal

    20 minute drive / 9.44 miles away

    Governors Island Support Center

    24 minute drive / 11.46 miles away

    Tamdques Reservation

    25 minute drive / 11.81 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Ormont Plaza

    494 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

    Brick Church Plaza

    533 Main St
    1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

    Sussex Plaza Shopping Center

    20-50 Sussex Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

    242 Prospect Street has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Brick Church-Morris & Essex Gladstone Branch

    11 Brick Church Plaza
    1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

    Brick Church-Morris & Essex Morristown Line

    11 Brick Church Plaza
    1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

    East Orange-Morris & Essex Morristown Line

    65 City Hall Plaza
    1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    East Orange Studio Apartments $1,954$900$4,730
    East Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,376$800$4,995
    East Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,841$1,050$6,500
    East Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,527$1,559$6,542
    East Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,907$1,885$5,500
    East Orange 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,730$2,500$5,400
    East Orange 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,300$3,300$3,300

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