Fairmount
Neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey
Essex County 07103, 07106, 07107
Single- and multifamily homes, with more on the way
Fairmount’s streets are a blend of Colonial Revival detached multifamily houses, Victorian rowhouses and the occasional brand-new multifamily home. “There are more renters than owners in the area, but that is changing,” Titus says. “There have been a lot more investments there from the city and developers. The city has gone out of its way to incentivize buyers with tax abatement, and they give developers tax breaks, and because of that, you’re seeing a lot more investments rather than people fixing older properties.” Single-family homes can sell for $365,000 to $500,000. Multifamily home prices range between $500,000 and $850,000, many of which have attached garages or paved driveways, so residents don’t have to park on the street. Any home that sells for less than $365,000 may need renovations.
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Commuting by foot, car, bus or train
Sidewalks line Fairmount’s streets, leading walkers less than a mile to University Hospital or places of worship like St. John Baptist Church and Masjid Muhammad-Newark. Commuters who take the bus to work can walk to one of the NJ Transit bus stops. Buses take about 20 minutes to reach Newark-Penn Station, and from there, commuters can take another 20-minute trip on the light rail to New York City. Interstate 280 leads about 15 miles to NYC, while U.S. Route 9 flows south to Newark Liberty International Airport. The CAP Index gives Fairmount a 6 out of 10 crime score, higher than the national average of 4. Fairmount’s violent crime rate is above average.Winter weather limits parking options
Like the rest of Newark, Fairmount experiences below-freezing temperatures and inches of snow during the winter. Signs designate which streets are off-limits for parking when it snows, like on Central Avenue. Residents are responsible for clearing off sidewalks in front of their homes, but the city sends snowplows to clear the streets.Quick trips to shops and diverse restaurant choices
Fairmount has a few popular restaurants, including World’s First Italian Style Hot Dogs on Route 510. Blueberry Cafe Juice Bar and Vegan Grille specializes in healthy eating, with fresh juices and a daily soup special. Anyone who wants an even more diverse selection of restaurants can drive less than 20 minutes to downtown Newark or the Ironbound neighborhood. “Fairmount is close to Ironbound, and there are numerous restaurants there,” Titus says. "It’s an explosion of culture.”When residents need groceries, they can walk to corner stores like JM Grocery Store & Deli or drive to ShopRite on Springfield Avenue. Many locally owned shops in Fairmount are corner stores, beauty salons and auto shops. Nearby downtown Newark has boutiques and clothing stores.
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Fairmount is surrounded by parks and experiences
Vailsburg Park is a short drive west of the neighborhood and has paved walking trails, a playground and athletic fields. Branch Brook Park is in the north and is home to the nation’s largest collection of cherry trees. Thousands of visitors attend the Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival every April to see the trees in peak bloom, join the annual fun run or explore the craft market. The Akwaaba Gallery is a fine art gallery in Fairmount that hosts monthly events and rotating exhibitions. New Jersey Devils fans can catch a hockey game at Prudential Center, 2 miles from the neighborhood.
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Attending public schools or applying to Payne Tech
Most of Fairmount is zoned for Thirteenth Avenue Elementary School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth-grade classes and earns a C from Niche. Students can transition to the C-rated West Side High or apply to Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology, which receives an A-minus and is ranked in Niche’s top 10 standout high schools in New Jersey. Payne Tech allows students to choose a four-year major in a specific area, including Graphic Design & Commercial Arts and Business Organization & Management. The school also aims to connect students with local employers, encouraging a graduation-to-employment path.
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A community that uses art to transform
Public Service Electric and Gas built the Fairmount Heights Switching Station in 2018, and the community was not ready to welcome the new neighbor. PSE&G partnered with the Essex Urban League to bring in 12 international artists, six of whom are Newark natives, to create art installations that now grace the building’s exterior walls. What started as a contentious situation has now become a symbol of community and growth near the center of Fairmount.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jeniffer Ramos
Jeniffer Ramos
New Direction Realty LLC
(973) 604-6258
6 Total Sales
1 in Fairmount
$350,000 Price
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Augusto Neno
Augusto Neno
Neno-Rosa Agency
(862) 278-9673
72 Total Sales
1 in Fairmount
$504,000 Price
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Augusto Verissimo
Augusto Verissimo
WEICHERT REALTORS - HOME CITY
(862) 352-7785
217 Total Sales
4 in Fairmount
$207K - $610K Price Range
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Kelly Arthur
Kelly Arthur
EXP Realty, LLC
(908) 738-9307
47 Total Sales
1 in Fairmount
$355,000 Price
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Cynthia Barrett-Bismuth
Cynthia Barrett-Bismuth
Olymp US Realty Group, LLC
(855) 694-5245
44 Total Sales
4 in Fairmount
$240K - $575K Price Range
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Dinara Sammartino
Dinara Sammartino
Century 21 Semiao & Associates
(973) 382-9925
65 Total Sales
1 in Fairmount
$485,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Military Park
- Trails
- Events
- Parking Lot
Branch Brook Park
Monte Irvin Orange Park
Vailsburg Park
Nat Turner Park
- Basketball
- Football
- Pool
Liberty Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fairmount | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fairmount Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairmount, Newark sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairmount, Newark over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$337,500
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$207,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
209
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,179
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,609
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
150
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$549,900
- 7 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 58 9th Ave W
- New 4 days ago
Step into this bright and sunny 2 family home, completely renovated from top to bottom with 3 floors of living space, large rooms, and updated amenities. The first floor is a spacious apartment with a great layout including a nice sized living room, updated eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms and a renovated full bath. On the 2nd floor is an expansive 4 bedroom 2 bath apartment with living room, updated
Silvio Lavrador RE/MAX SELECT
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$639,000
- 8 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 348 13th Ave
- New 5 days ago
This property offers incredible flexibility and opportunity. Live in one unit and rent out the other two, or rent all three for maximum income potential the possibilities are endless! Conveniently located close to everything you need. Don't miss out on this fantastic investment!
Heather Corrigan RE/MAX Signature Homes
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$650,000
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 51 1/2 9th Ave
- Unit 2
- New 5 days ago
**Charming Multifamily Home in Prime East Orange Location!**Welcome to 1 9th Ave, a beautifully updated multifamily property perfect for investors or homeowners looking for extra income. This inviting home offers two spacious units: a second-floor unit featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and a cozy first-floor unit with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. Each unit boasts a private entry for added convenience
HILDA MARIA SALADIN-NUNEZ EPIQUE REALTY
Homes for Rent
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$3,175 per month
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 63 N 7th St
- Unit 1
- Newark, NJ
Calling all visionaries, One of a kind multi level townhome like unit. EVERYTHING IS BRAND NEW, gutted to the studs, 4 bedroom 2 bath, brick interior, large backyard, you name it, this unit is top of the line BRAND NEW craftsmanship, only 4 units left, pre-leasing opportunity currently under construction, ready in 30 days (prevailing).
Jazmine Clausen-Soir BHGRE ELITE
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,218
Median Age
34
Population under 18
30.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,759
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,042
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
57.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
64
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Modest homes near the Garden State Parkway, 17 miles from New York
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Vintage charm and modern convenience near Branch Brook Park
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Lower-priced homes offering convenient access to NJ Transit routes
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