$484,869Average Value$307Average Price per Sq Ft8Homes For Sale
A refinery town grows in new ways
Bayway’s economy grew through the oil refinery industry, but people seek out this neighborhood outside of Downtown Elizabeth for other reasons now, like a growing housing supply, access to key transportation routes, retail and park amenities. “There’s a lot of new construction coming to this area,” says Rosmena DeSa, a realtor with RE/MAX New Millenium Group. “As soon as these properties come on the market, they tend to go under contract.” There are intangible aspects attracting new residents, too: people value how Bayway is less transient than other communities. "The neighborhood is known for being a stable community," says Pedro Oliveira, a broker with RE/MAX in Action.
Bayway, with its location and close-knit community, is a fantastic place to come home to.
Most houses in the Bayway area are around 100 years old and sit on tree-lined streets.
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Multi-family homes define Bayway
"There is a great desire for multi-family homes in Bayway," Oliveira says. "Once settled, people stay for awhile in their homes.” There are many options within this genre, however. For example, many of these properties have colonial features with sharp gabled rooflines, covered front doors and a stocky symmetrical base. But there are slightly Victorian stylings, too, with bay windows and taller, elongated profiles. A four-bedroom version can cost $550,000. “It’s attractive to first-time homebuyers,” says DeSa. “These can go fast, too, if they’re in good shape.” Meanwhile, six-bedroom versions are priced in the upper $600,000s. It’s the seven-bedroom or eight-bedroom homes that take buyers into the $700,000 to $800,000 range. Many of these feature vinyl siding, but some are brick. Overall, though, homebuyers should know most of these homes were built around the turn of the century. Small landscaping notes like hedges and trees may be present. As for single-owner homes, these will have comparatively larger yards. Plus, being built in the 2020s they will exude a modern style with Craftsman features like stone accents. Three-bedroom newly built homes go for $700,000.
A fine example of a Colonial home in Bayway with US and local sports team flags.
Colonial and Dutch-Colonial single family homes sit together on this street in Bayway, NJ.
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Elizabeth High is rated A-minus
Neighborhood children can attend Elizabeth Public Schools, where the educational journey begins at Woodrow Wilson School No. 19, a K-8 institution that earns a B-minus rating on Niche. Students can then move on to Elizabeth High, which earns an overall A-minus rating from Niche, including an A-minus for sports, teachers, academics and diversity. In recent years the extracurricular menu has expanded, with students establishing a robotics club where they learn about computer coding and electronics.
Bayway's school Number 19, Woodrow Wilson Elementary, in Elizabeth, NJ.
Elizabeth High School is committed to student success.
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Views of Elizabeth River at Mattano Park
Bayway contains many green spaces, including the triangular Caldwell Park, conveniently located a couple blocks from Washington Avenue, which has buses, eateries and Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church. Mattano Park, one of the most prominent outdoor recreation spots in the area, offers views of the Elizabeth River and plenty of open space to roam. It also contains a skate park, athletic fields and basketball courts. You also spend your day at your kid's soccer game or watching them try out new tricks at the skatepark. During summer, your children can cool off at the playground's spray park. At Milkosky Park and McGillvray Park are connected, offering more athletic facilities and a playground.
Mattano Park has playgrounds, splash pads and sports amenities.
Mattano Park has a very large sports field that high schoolers frequent after school.
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Latin American food on Bayway Avenue
Even though Bayway is a suburb of Downtown Elizabeth, it has a diverse restaurant scene. Latin American cuisine is strongly represented: one can find Peruvian, Colombian and Salvadoran food. There’s also Mexican, Spanish and Cuban cuisine. Many of these are clustered around Bayway Avenue, like Tiki Mojito, a Cuban restaurant with outdoor seating, extensive bar and frequent music events. Casual options include pizza places, barbeque restaurants and coffee shops. Santillo's Brick Oven Pizza has been open since 1918, serving slices from the bottom floor of a residential building. "It feels like you're eating a home cooked meal, something a grandmother would make," says Sagrario Javier, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. For groceries, many residents choose Seabra's Market and Shop Rite of Elizabeth. The Mills at Jersey Garden mall offers a movie theater and several outlets like Coach, New Balance, Levi's and Under Armour.
For late night family friendly eats in Bayway, Noches De Columbia is a fantastic place to visit.
Bayway is filled with a lot of delicious South American cuisine.
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Bayway has great transport connections to NYC, Staten Island and Newark, including the airport.
Interstate 95 leads to New York City
Interstate 278 and Interstate 95 meet on Bayway’s east end, helping commuters make the roughly 18-mile journey to New York City in about 40 minutes. Bayway residents can also drive over the Goethals Bridge and be in Staten Island in minutes. For travel by plane or train, Newark International Airport and Newark Penn Station are conveniently located near Bayway. There are buses along major thoroughfares like Bayway Avenue. Route 9 intersects with this avenue, quickly leading drivers to Downtown Elizabeth.
Environmental issues and crime stats
Bayway’s history can be an important consideration for prospective homebuyers. While the oil refinery industry has supported the local economy through jobs, this neighborhood operates the largest crude oil refinery on the East Coast. Numerous citations have been issued to the plant, in violation of state environmental laws. As for crime, Bayway scores a 5 out of 10 on the CAP index.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bayway
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
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4
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Bayway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bayway, Elizabeth sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bayway, Elizabeth over the last 12 months is $390,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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