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(973) 447-1397
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35 Sumner Ave, Union Township, NJ 07083

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Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community

35 Sumner Ave
Union Township, NJ 07083
(973) 447-1397
Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community in Union Township, NJ - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,525-$1,725 Pricing
  • 700–900 Square Feet

About Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community

Welcome to Schaefer Gardens Experience comfortable, maintenance-free living at Schaefer Gardens, a welcoming 62+ senior apartment community in the heart of Union, New Jersey. Designed for independent adults seeking comfort, convenience, and value, Schaefer Gardens offers thoughtfully maintained apartment homes in a peaceful residential neighborhood close to everything you need. The community is operated in accordance with the Housing for Older Persons provisions of the Fair Housing Act. Enjoy the convenience of heat and hot water included, along with on-site laundry facilities, resident parking, and inviting community spaces where neighbors can gather and socialize. Professionally managed and carefully maintained, Schaefer Gardens provides a worry-free lifestyle so you can spend more time enjoying what matters most. Perfectly situated near shopping, restaurants, pharmacies, medical offices, and public transportation, Schaefer Gardens also offers easy access to major highways, making visits with family and friends simple and convenient. If you’re looking for an affordable, welcoming place to call home, Schaefer Gardens combines a desirable location, exceptional value, and the comfort of a community designed specifically for adults 62 years of age and older. *Income restrictions and age qualifications apply. Contact the leasing office for availability and complete eligibility requirements. Community Features • 62+ Senior Apartment Community • Heat & Hot Water Included* • Professionally Managed • On-Site Laundry Facilities • Resident Parking • Community Room • Beautifully Maintained Grounds • Close to Shopping, Dining & Healthcare • Easy Access to NJ Transit & Major Highways *Income restrictions and age qualifications apply. Contact the leasing office for availability and complete eligibility requirements.

Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community is located in the 07083 Zip code of Union Township, NJ. This community is professionally managed by Kriegman & Smith

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 62+ Senior Apartment Community
  • Activities Director
  • Beautifully Maintained Grounds
  • Close To Shopping, Dining & Healthcare
  • Easy Access To Nj Transit & Major High
  • Heat & Hot Water Included*
  • On-site Laundry Facilities
  • Professionally Managed
  • Resident Parking
  • Residential Coordinator

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–4:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–4:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–4:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–4:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–1:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,525 and having 700–900 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      SG-1

      $1,525

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 700 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,525Available NowSG-1700 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Cable Ready
      • Heating
      • Intercom
      • Trash Compactor

      Kitchen

      • Instant Hot Water
      • Kitchen
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,525

      SG-2

      $1,725

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 900 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,725Available NowSG-2900 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Cable Ready
      • Heating
      • Intercom
      • Trash Compactor

      Kitchen

      • Instant Hot Water
      • Kitchen
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,725
    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

    • 155 Units
    • 3 Stories

    Income Restrictions At Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community

    Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

    # PersonsAnnual Income
    1$74,800
    2$84,450
    income restriction

    To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    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.

    Ask About Our Fees

    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$0.00

    Other Fees and Policies

    Pet Fees

    Dog
    Pet DepositiMax of 1. Charged per Pet.$300.00
    25 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:

    no aggressive breeds

    Comments:

    Max of 1.

    Cats
    • 1 Pet Limit
    • Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered

    Parking Fees

    Parking
    Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Vehicle.$5.00/mo
    Comments:

    Max of 1. 1 Parking space per apartment. If a space isn't available, you will be added to the parking waitlist.

    Additional Parking Options

    Surface LotiParking Available

    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • 62+ Senior Apartment Community
    • Activities Director
    • Beautifully Maintained Grounds
    • Close To Shopping, Dining & Healthcare
    • Easy Access To Nj Transit & Major High
    • Heat & Hot Water Included*
    • On-site Laundry Facilities
    • Professionally Managed
    • Resident Parking
    • Residential Coordinator

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • Property Manager On Site
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Garden

    Community Features

    • Disposal Chutes
    • Elevator

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Courtyard
    • Greenhouse

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Gameroom

    Interior Features

    • Heating
    • Intercom
    • Trash Compactor
    • Cable Ready
    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchen
    • Instant Hot Water

    Living Area Features

    • Linen Closet
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Office
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    35 Sumner Ave, Union Township, NJ 07083

    Getting Around

    • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 60 / 100 Good public transit

      Walking distance to 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

    • 50 / 100 Cafes

      Some cafés within a few minutes

    • 50 / 100 Nightlife

      Some bars within walking distance

    • 70 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Parks

      Large amount of park space nearby

    • 50 / 100 Noise Level

      Some sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community

    Where is Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community located?

    Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community is located at 35 Sumner Ave, Union Township, NJ

    What is the current rent range at Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community?

    1 Bedrooms at Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community currently start from $1,525. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community are
    • Monday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–4:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–1:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

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

    New Jersey Social Services Information

    Statewide service is free, confidential, multilingual and always open. Three easy ways to reach Social Services in NJ: Dial 2-1-1; text your zip code to 898-211; or chat at https://www.nj211.org

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.0

      The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

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    Nearby Schools

    Union Senior High School

    Twp Of Union Board Of Education School District
    2350 North 3rd Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2410 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
    3/10

    Kawameeh Middle School

    Twp Of Union Board Of Education School District
    490 David Terrace
    Public School - Grades K-8 (729 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
    7/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community.

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    120 Chestnut St
    2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

    Shoprite

    865 W Grand St
    4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

    Costco

    1055 Hudson St
    5 minute drive / 1.91 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Kean University

    1000 Morris Ave
    4 minute drive / 2.08 miles away

    Union County College - Cranford Campus

    1033 Springfield Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.78 miles away

    Union County College - Elizabeth Campus

    40 West Jersey Street
    6 minute drive / 2.85 miles away

    Groceries

    Shoprite

    865 W Grand St
    4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

    Lidl

    10 South Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.68 miles away

    Hospitals

    Trinitas Regional Medical Center

    225 Williamson Street
    6 minute drive / 3.02 miles away

    Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave
    8 minute drive / 4.04 miles away

    Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway

    865 Stone St
    8 minute drive / 4.15 miles away

    Military Bases

    Tamdques Reservation

    9 minute drive / 4.53 miles away

    Ash Brook Reservation

    12 minute drive / 5.86 miles away

    Military Ocean Terminal

    20 minute drive / 9.53 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Galloping Hills Mall

    1350 Galloping Hill Rd
    1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away

    Five Points Shopping Center

    324 Chestnut St
    1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

    Magie Hill Shopping Plaza

    1300-1331 Magie Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

    Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Roselle Park-Raritan Valley Line

    21 W Lincoln Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

    Union-Raritan Valley Line

    900 Green Lane
    5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

    Cranford-Raritan Valley Line

    13 North Ave E
    4 minute drive / 2.01 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Union Township Studio Apartments $1,807$1,205$2,247
    Union Township 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,406$1,350$4,275
    Union Township 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,214$1,800$8,375
    Union Township 3 Bedroom Apartments $5,451$2,575$9,195
    Union Township 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,100$3,100$3,100
    2 Bedroom Homes$2,433$1,800$4,600
    3 Bedroom Homes$3,031$2,000$4,350
    4 Bedroom Homes$4,230$2,700$6,690
    5 Bedroom Homes$4,925$3,850$6,000

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