216 Academy St, South Orange, NJ 07079
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Welcome to Academy Heights in South Orange, where comfort, convenience, and location come together. This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom apartment with an... additional den/office/flex space offers a smart and versatile layout in one of South Orange's most desirable commuter-friendly neighborhoods, with easy access to NYC in approximately 30 minutes, Route 280, Route 78, and the NJ Turnpike.
Inside, you'll find a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, a separate full dining room, hardwood floors throughout, excellent natural light, and an updated kitchen with new appliances, including a GE gas range with self-cleaning convection oven and air fryer. The kitchen also features fresh porcelain tile flooring for a clean, modern feel.
Enjoy close proximity to South Orange restaurants, shops, local conveniences, public transportation, and the South Orange Performing Arts Center. Parking for two vehicles is included, and the owner covers water and garbage removal. Tenants pay for gas and electric through PSE&G. No smoking permitted. Small pets may be considered.
Unit 2
- $3,300
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1400 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Apartment Features
- Den
- Dining Room
- Double Pane Windows
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Kitchen
- Large Bedrooms
- Lawn
- Office
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tile Floors
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
Community Features
- Utilities Included
216 Academy St Unit 2 is an apartment for rent in South Orange, NJ
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Dogs Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
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South Orange, NJ 07079
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active78 / 100
Travel and Transit







Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
South Mountain Annex
Grades PK-5
Public
South Orange Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Our Lady of Sorrows School
Grades PK-8
Private
Columbia Senior High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Marylawn of the Oranges Academy
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Seton Hall University
Drive: 5 min (1.5 mi)
Essex County College
Drive: 10 min (5 mi)
N.J. Inst. of Technology
Drive: 11 min (5 mi)
Kean University
Drive: 17 min (6.8 mi)
Discover Lower Essex County, South Orange, NJ
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 216 Academy St Unit 2 proximity to 491 Valley St, Ivy Plaza, and 179 Maplewood Ave. 491 Valley St is 0.7 miles away, and Ivy Plaza is within a 17 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 216 Academy St Unit 2 has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.4 miles. Transit options include Norfolk Street and Orange Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 216 Academy St Unit 2 are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.9 miles, including Greenwood Gardens, Turtle Back Zoo, and Edison National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in Lower Essex County provides easy access to Newark Liberty International, located just 16 minutes from 216 Academy St Unit 2. Another nearby airport is LaGuardia, located 28 miles away.
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