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217-219 Fairmount Ave, Unit 3
217-219 Fairmount AveNewark, NJ 07103
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155 Fairmount Ave
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from $1,5501 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
114 Eastern Pky, Unit 3R
114 Eastern PkyIrvington, NJ 07111
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West Side, Newark, NJ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $1,550 | $1,700 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,750 | $2,300 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,950 | $3,000 |
| West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $2,400 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 521 S 16th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NJ
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $0.72 price per square foot 387 18th Ave Model at 387 18th Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 222 S 8th St Model at 222 S 8th St, Unit 2L starting at $2,750 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 387 18th Ave, Unit 1 | 387 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 222 S 8th St, Unit 2L | 222 S 8th St | 4BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 309 Ellis Ave | 309 Ellis Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 781 S 12th St, Unit 3 | 781 S 12th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 888 S 18th St, Unit 2 | 888 S 18th St | 4BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 259 22nd St, Unit 2 | 259 22nd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| 686 S 11th St, Unit First Floor | 686 S 11th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 643 S 13th St, Unit 2 | 643 S 13th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 81 Whitney St, Unit 1 | 81 Whitney St | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 258 S 8th St, Unit 2 | 258 S 8th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Side, Newark, NJ
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Side, Newark, NJ
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
The Newark Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (326)
2 out of 10
Bard Early College High School
The Newark Public School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (381)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the West Side Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
60 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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.
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