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Lower Vailsburg has easy transportation and nearby recreation
Lower Vailsburg is a commuter suburb in west Newark, offering NJ Transit options and fairly low home prices. The neighborhood has roots that trace back to the early 1900s, when homes quickly popped up and transformed the area into a residential respite from busy downtown Newark. Nowadays, locals can easily access shopping and dining, outdoor recreation and events throughout the Essex County. “There is no shortage of things to do if you live in this area,” says Mark Slade, a Realtor and founder of the Mark Slade Homes Team with Keller Williams Mid-Town Direct. Slade is a Newark local who's been selling homes in the area for over 15 years.
Single- and multifamily homes starting in the $400,000s
Lower Vailsburg features single- and multifamily properties, including Victorian and Dutch-style homes from the early to mid-1900s, as well as some contemporary-style rowhouses. These homes can sell for $325,000 to $825,000. Properties are packed tightly together with small backyards, all along gridded streets. Many residents also have to rely on street parking.
Charming Queen Anne-style houses with playful turrets and welcoming porches spark dreams of an inspired lifestyle.
Vibrant blooming trees and storybook homes weave nature and architecture together into a picturesque neighborhood.
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Close to Garden State Parkway, I-280, East Orange train station
The Garden State Parkway borders the neighborhood and runs all the way down the Jersey Shore to Cape May. Interstate 280 is also nearby, connecting to Interstate 78 for a direct route to Manhattan. Just over a mile north of Lower Vailsburg, the East Orange train station offers rides to Hoboken Station and Penn Station in New York. University Hospital is 2 miles east, and Newark Liberty International Airport is just 5 miles east of the neighborhood.
Living close to parks and hiking trails
In the neighborhood's east end, Vailsburg Park is a 30-acre recreation space with athletic fields, a bocce court and a playground. There’s also a nearly 1-mile trail that loops through the park. Elmwood Park has athletic courts, an outdoor gym and a community pool. Some residents might drive 5 miles east to visit the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo and the South Mountain Reservation, which features over 10 miles of hiking trails.
Experience the thrill of the swing and embrace the refreshing breeze at Vailsburg Park in Newark.
South Mountain Reservation offers Lower Vailsburg residents an easy escape into nature’s tranquility and adventure.
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Restaurants and shops are a short walk or drive
Restaurants surround the neighborhood, including popular staples like Tasty Jamaican & American and Royal Taste Caribbean Restaurant. Joe's Market is along Route 510 and CTown Supermarket is on 18th Avenue for groceries. If residents want more choices, they travel 2 miles west to downtown South Orange or 5 miles north to downtown Newark.
Bustling local markets energize the streets with vibrant culture, fresh produce, and a strong sense of community.
Discover QDOBA Mexican Eats, a vibrant gem in Downtown Newark, where you can savor bold and unique Mexican flavors in a lively atmosphere.
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Attending annual events around Essex County
The Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series makes a stop at Vailsburg Park every year. Flood's Hill park in South Orange also hosts its Summer Nights concert series. Maplewoodstock always draws a crowd with its free music and arts festival at Maplewood Memorial Park in July. One of the area’s biggest fests, the Montclair Film Festival in October, stretches 10 days and celebrates work from American and international filmmakers.
Learning in public schools close to Lower Vailsburg
Students may start at University Elementary before attending University Middle, both of which earn C-minus ratings from Niche. Irvington High receives a C-minus and has a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
University Elementary School serves 337 students across grades PK and K-5, offering a nurturing environment with an impressive student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
Football games and talent shows are amongst the most favorite school events at Irvington High School.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Lower Vailsburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Vailsburg, Newark sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Vailsburg, Newark over the last 12 months is $437,500, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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