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Upper Vailsburg connects residents to surrounding Newark
In Newark’s West Ward, Upper Vailsburg is a quiet community close to transportation, recreation and retail. “I will point out that this specific section of Newark is very family-oriented,” says Christine Austin, a Realtor with Re/Max First Realty who has over seven years of experience. “My clients who live there are a husband and wife with three kids. Aside from it being family-oriented, I think everyone else in the community are working-class professionals or retirees.” Upper Vailsburg’s accessibility to not only busy Newark cities but New York as well makes it a place for commuters and anyone who wants to be close to the action.
Single- and multifamily homes from the early 1900s
Upper Vailsburg’s layout is unique compared to the rest of Newark. “There are some parts of Newark that are just new construction multifamily homes,” Austin says. “This part is a little bit different. There’s a mix, but I’d say there are more single-family homes than multifamily.” There are Colonial-inspired homes and split-levels, and a little more than half of residents here rent units in multifamily homes. Four-bedroom homes can range between $360,000 and $500,000, while properties with four or more bedrooms can sell for $500,000 to $715,000. Multifamily homes can sell for $500,000 to $850,000. Yard space is limited, but many backyards have tall trees.
Many multifamily homes in Upper Vailsburg feature dual entrances and decorative front fences.
Upper Vailsburg has many single-family homes with porches and small fenced front yards.
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Parking changes when it snows
Because most homes were built in the early 1900s, many residents park in the street or on paved driveways alongside the homes. Sidewalks line the streets, making it easy for residents to reach a bus stop or take their kids for a bike ride. Newark as a whole often has below-freezing temperatures and inches of snow during the winter. Some streets have signs that prevent parking when snow is on the ground. The city also asks drivers to park on the side of the street with even house numbers to make room for snowplows.
NJ Transit buses, trains and interstate access
Austin says people in the neighborhood often commute to New York for work. “My clients are from New York, moved to Newark, and they have no trouble commuting back to New York,” Austin says. “They’ll drive in sometimes, or they’ll go to downtown Newark and take the train.” Commuters can also visit the South Orange Station, a 2-mile drive or a quick ride on an NJ Transit bus. The Morris & Essex train from South Orange takes less than an hour to reach Penn Station in New York City. Drivers have a roughly 15-mile trip to NYC on Interstate 280 and an 11-mile trip to Newark Liberty International Airport on the Interstate 78 Expressway and Route 9.
The Care Well Health Medical Center is closest to Upper Vailsburg, about 2 miles north, but University Hospital is also a short drive from the neighborhood. There are a few churches in the area, but the most recognizable is the Good Shepherd Church of the Nazarene, with its blue doors and Dutch Colonial design.
Walking to school or college
Kids can walk to Lincoln Elementary School, which earns a C-minus from Niche and offers kindergarten through eighth grade before attending the C-rated West Side High School. “There are a lot of charter schools in Newark, where kids have to test to get in,” Austin says. “A lot of people choose Newark for the schools, and the charter schools specifically.” The Uncommon Schools North Star Academy — Vailsburg Campus is a public charter school kids can apply to for kindergarten through eighth-grade classes. North Star’s two high schools are in downtown Newark, and the school system earns an A-minus. Seton Hall University is a private Catholic college with a B-plus. The campus is west of the neighborhood, and students might rent a home in Upper Vailsburg and walk or drive to class.
Lincoln Elementary School in Upper Vailsburg offers K-8 classes and earns a C-minus from Niche.
West Side High School in Newark has an overall niche grade of C.
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Nearby South Orange and downtown Newark have shopping and dining
The Dollar Tree and Rosalee Beauty Supply are in the north half of the neighborhood, but when residents want to dine out or go shopping, they drive or bus 2 miles to South Orange. Popular restaurants like Gaslight Brewery & Restaurant and Christ’s Family Diner are along South Orange Avenue, and boutiques are on the first floor of the Taylor Vose apartment complex. Joe’s Market is the nearest grocery store, but there’s also a Stop & Shop in South Orange.
Austin also highlights some of the busiest restaurants residents visit in downtown Newark. “Swahili Village is a popular place; It’s new and spacious,” Austin says. “A Haitian cafe just opened, and there are plenty of Portuguese and Spanish restaurants, too. Tops Diner is one of a kind. It’s an amazing place. If you go right now, at 11, you can get a table, but you’ll need a reservation if you go on a Sunday morning. It’s always busy.”
Gaslight Brewery & Restaurant near Upper Vailsburg is a popular spot for food and craft beer.
Stop & Shop near Upper Vailsburg offers groceries and everyday essentials for residents.
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Upper Vailsburg is close to Ivy Hill and Monte Irvin Orange Parks
Ivy Hill Park neighbors Seton Hall and features a spacious playground and athletic fields. The Ivy Hill Neighborhood Association throws the annual Food and Music Festival at the park, a free event with live music, events for kids and vendors selling dishes from a range of cultures. Monte Irvin Orange Park is north of the neighborhood, with more green space to explore. Residents can walk the paved trails that wind past the playground, pond and splash pad.
Discover Ivy Hill Park’s playground near Upper Vailsburg with activities for every child.
Monte Irvin Orange Park near Upper Vailsburg is a popular spot to walk with a furry friend.
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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
Airport
Newark Liberty International
13 min drive
Bus
S. Orange Ave & Dover St
Bus
Sanford Ave & Lenox St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upper Vailsburg
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Vailsburg, Newark sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Upper Vailsburg, Newark over the last 12 months is $476,727, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,975
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,198
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.5%
College Graduates
16.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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