Lower Vailsburg
Neighborhood in Newark, New Jersey
Essex County 07106
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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.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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Corey Jones
Corey Jones
COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE
(908) 680-0076
110 Total Sales
1 in Lower Vailsburg
$159,999 Price
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Nancy Chu
Nancy Chu
Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group
(973) 604-6671
392 Total Sales
2 in Lower Vailsburg
$360K - $390K Price Range
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Cintia D'Urso
Cintia D'Urso
Vox Realty
(908) 460-7106
49 Total Sales
2 in Lower Vailsburg
$580K - $630K Price Range
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Yolie Dantel
Yolie Dantel
KELLER WILLIAMS CITY LIFE REALTY
(866) 790-4864
63 Total Sales
2 in Lower Vailsburg
$288K - $470K Price Range
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Matthew De Fede
Matthew De Fede
Responds QuicklyREALTY EXECUTIVES ELITE HOMES
(862) 666-3930
199 Total Sales
2 in Lower Vailsburg
$360K - $475K Price Range
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Tayllor Cooper
Tayllor Cooper
COOPER MCKELVEY REAL ESTATE CO.
(908) 320-8447
15 Total Sales
5 in Lower Vailsburg
$220K - $650K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ivy Hill Park
- Trails
- Playground
Monte Irvin Orange Park
Vailsburg Park
Monte Irvin Orange Park
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lower Vailsburg | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lower Vailsburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Vailsburg, Newark sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Vailsburg, Newark over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
92
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
502
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,161
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
$510,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,239 Sq Ft
- 67 Mead St
- New 22 days ago
Stunning 1,900 square foot home with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. An immaculate renovation features all new Windows, Roof, HVAC, flooring, and your dream kitchen has hardwood cabinets, high-end appliances and Calacutta Quartz counters. Electric fireplace in the cozy living room and Two full glamorous bathrooms are beautifully tiled. One half bath in an unfinished basement. HUGE backyard features a
Jasmin Elalfy NJ ELITE GROUP LLC
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
$459,900
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 9 Spencer St
- Unit 11
This beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom Colonial home combines classic charm with contemporary updates. Boasting spacious living areas and thoughtful details throughout, this home is perfect for modern living. Enter into a light-filled living room with hardwood floors. The house also hosts a wonderful updated kitchen. The home includes four generously-sized bedrooms with ample closet
Paola Barros EXP REALTY, LLC
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Saturday, Jun 211 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$439,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 139-141 Pine Grove Terrace
- New 29 days ago
Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial home nestled in the heart of the sought-after Vailsburg neighborhood. This home, built in 1927, exudes timeless elegance with its classic charm and an abundance of original details, offering a seamless blend of vintage appeal and modern possibilities. With 1691 square feet of living space, as you step inside, you are greeted by gleaming
Angel NolanWeichert Realtors, Montclair(862) 860-1707 -
$439,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 139 Pine Grove Terrace
- Unit 141
- New 29 days ago
Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial home nestled in the heart of the sought-after Vailsburg neighborhood. This home, built in 1927, exudes timeless elegance with its classic charm and an abundance of original details, offering a seamless blend of vintage appeal and modern possibilities. With 1691 square feet of living space, as you step inside, you are greeted by gleaming
Angel NolanWEICHERT REALTORS(862) 314-6814 -
$479,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 100 S Devine St
- New 3 days ago
Welcome to totally renovated 100 S c Newark, NJ 07106, spacious with exclusive driveway and backyard. This Colonial house located on a quiet block in Newark's Lower Vailsburg section. This beautifully updated single-family home features a spacious master bedroom with elegantly styled huge master bathroom, 2 more bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and a laundry area. The first level offers an cozy and
EYAL LEVY KELLER WILLIAMS PARK VIEWS
Homes for Rent
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$2,500 per month
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 41 Columbia Ave
- Unit 2
- Newark, NJ
Step into this expansive second floor unit with 4 bedrooms and 1 bath where space and comfort meet affordability. The unit has been freshly painted, with refinished hardwood floors that give it a polished and modern feel. The generous floor plan includes a bright living room and a separate dining area, ideal for anyone who value both space and function. The updated kitchen appliances make daily
Corey JonesColdwell Banker, Summit(862) 355-2767 -
$2,500 per month
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 41 Columbia Ave
- Unit 2
- Newark, NJ
Step into this expansive second floor unit with 4 bedrooms and 1 bath where space and comfort meet affordability. The unit has been freshly painted, with refinished hardwood floors that give it a polished and modern feel. The generous floor plan includes a bright living room and a separate dining area, ideal for anyone who value both space and function. The updated kitchen appliances make daily
Corey JonesCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY(862) 329-7944 -
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,949
Median Age
35
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,858
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,506
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
15%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57
/ 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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