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    Aston Heights

    685 Martin Luther King Blvd, Newark, NJ 07103

    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Parking lot
    Air conditioning (central)

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
    , sortable column
    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    1 Bedroom
    1 bd, 1 ba
    --
    Now
    $1,387+
    2 Bedroom
    2 bd, 1 ba
    --
    Now
    $1,663+

    What's special

    Modern kitchen
    Aston Heights is a brand new family rental development located in Newark, NJ. The 154-unit development consists of both apartments and townhomes. The complex also has 7,000 SF of neighborhood retail space. The subsidized units are filled by the Newark Housing Authority. Each residence features a modern kitchen with dishwasher, washer/dryer hookups in each unit, Central A/C, and more. Community amenities include a community room on the top floor, resident fitness center, on-site parking, and a 24-hour security guard. Aston Heights is located just minutes from places like Prudential Center, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Rutgers University, and The College of New Jersey's Medical Schools. The area is easily accessible to New York City and several major highways.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon:9 am - 5 pm
    Tue:9 am - 5 pm
    Wed:Closed
    Thu:9 am - 5 pm
    Fri:9 am - 5 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    • Lounge
    Other
    • Laundry: Hookups
    Security
    • Controlled Access
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator
    • On-Site Management
    • Online Maintenance Portal
    • Online Rent Payment

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer/Dryer Hookups
    Cooling
    • Central Air Conditioning
    Heating
    • Gas

    Policies

    Parking
    • Parking Lot
    Lease terms
    • One year
    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    Large dogs
    • Not allowed
    Small dogs
    • Allowed

    Neighborhood: Springfield-Belmont

    Newark’s University Heights in 07103 features neighborhoods alive with student energy, arts, and history. Rentals average about $1,900, including apartments and multi-families. The community vibe is youthful, academic, and vibrant, with theaters, coffee shops, and cultural events anchoring a diverse, welcoming atmosphere.

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    Travel times

    Points of Interest

    Groceries

    Distance
    ShopRite0.5 mi
    Whole Foods1 mi
    Seabra Foods0.9 mi
    Extra Supermarket0.6 mi
    CTown Supermarkets0.3 mi
    Aston Heights has 5 grocery stores within a 1 mile distance.

    Shopping

    Distance
    Fortress of Solitude1 mi
    Walgreens0.7 mi
    Nike Factory Store0.9 mi
    Dr Jay's0.7 mi
    7-Eleven1 mi
    Aston Heights has 5 shopping centers within a 1 mile distance.

    Parks and recreation

    Distance
    YMCA1 mi
    Planet Fitness1 mi
    Washington Park1 mi
    LA Fitness0.9 mi
    Blink Fitness1 mi
    Aston Heights has 5 parks and recreation locations within a 1 mile distance.

    Fitness

    Distance
    YMCA1 mi
    Planet Fitness1 mi
    Washington Park1 mi
    LA Fitness0.9 mi
    Blink Fitness1 mi
    Aston Heights has 5 fitness centers within a 1 mile distance.

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    83 / 100
    Very Walkable
    77 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    52 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Newark

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Aston Heights?

    Aston Heights has a walk score of 83, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of Aston Heights?

    Aston Heights has a transit score of 77, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to Aston Heights?

    The schools assigned to Aston Heights include Quitman Street School, Central High School, and Malcolm X Shabazz High School.

    Does Aston Heights have in-unit laundry?

    Aston Heights has washer/dryer hookups available.

    What neighborhood is Aston Heights in?

    Aston Heights is in the Springfield-Belmont neighborhood in Newark, NJ.

    What are Aston Heights's policies on pets?

    Large dogs are not allowed.

    Market Trends

    Rental market summary

    The average rent for all beds and all property types in Newark, NJ is $2,200.

    Average rent

    $2,200

    Month-over-month

    +$51

    Year-over-year

    $0

    Available rentals

    1,594

    Newark, NJ Rental Market Data
    This is an income restricted propertyThis property offers housing at affordable prices. Renters or households must meet income requirements, and the property manager may have additional eligibility criteria.
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