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Amenities for 229 Shephard Avenue, Weequahic
Apartment Amenities
| Baseboard | Freezer |
| Hardwood Floor | Utilities Included |
| Water |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Sewage |
Services
| Garbage |
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Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
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About 229 Shephard Avenue
Sweet deal!
This listing is 20% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Weequahic.
Property Id: 1717045 Welcome to your new home at 229 Shepard Avenue in Newark, NJ! This cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment features hardwood floors, baseboard heating, and includes utilities such as heat, hot water, sewage, water, and garbage. With a rent of $1475.00, this unit is perfect for those looking for a comfortable and convenient living space. Sorry, no pets allowed. Requirements: 1. Monthly Income of $4,000+ AFTER Taxes 2. Credit of 600+ 3. No Evictions or landlord/tenant cases
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 229 Shephard Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Weequahic |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 07112 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Weequahic
2-bedroom apartments at 229 Shephard Avenue cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Newark.
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Weequahic
Newark
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,930 |
| January 2024 | $1,897 |
| February 2024 | $2,000 |
| March 2024 | $2,050 |
| April 2024 | $2,037 |
| May 2024 | $2,233 |
| June 2024 | $2,200 |
| July 2024 | $2,112 |
| August 2024 | $2,165 |
| September 2024 | $2,150 |
| October 2024 | $2,112 |
| November 2024 | $2,140 |
| December 2024 | $2,225 |
| January 2025 | $2,262 |
| February 2025 | $2,300 |
| March 2025 | $2,180 |
| April 2025 | $2,125 |
| May 2025 | $2,100 |
| June 2025 | $1,986 |
| July 2025 | $1,990 |
| August 2025 | $1,999 |
| September 2025 | $2,000 |
| October 2025 | $2,000 |
| November 2025 | $1,993 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,765 |
| January 2024 | $1,737 |
| February 2024 | $1,696 |
| March 2024 | $1,697 |
| April 2024 | $1,724 |
| May 2024 | $1,833 |
| June 2024 | $1,848 |
| July 2024 | $1,900 |
| August 2024 | $1,930 |
| September 2024 | $1,900 |
| October 2024 | $1,975 |
| November 2024 | $1,990 |
| December 2024 | $1,937 |
| January 2025 | $1,900 |
| February 2025 | $1,950 |
| March 2025 | $1,922 |
| April 2025 | $1,860 |
| May 2025 | $1,805 |
| June 2025 | $1,800 |
| July 2025 | $1,829 |
| August 2025 | $1,866 |
| September 2025 | $1,837 |
| October 2025 | $1,802 |
| November 2025 | $1,831 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$59,000/yr
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Schools near 229 Shephard Avenue
Bruce Street School for the Deaf
333 clinton pl
newark, NJ, 7112
PK, K-8Public
George Washington Carver School
333 clinton pl
newark, NJ, 7112
PK, K-8Public
C-
NJ Regional Day School - Newark
334 lyons ave
newark, NJ, 7112
K-12Public
Hawthorne Avenue Elementary School
428 hawthorne ave
newark, NJ, 7112
PK, K-8Public
C
Peshine Avenue School
433 peshine ave
newark, NJ, 7112
PK, K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood
Weequahic | Newark, NJ
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Newark near 229 Shephard Avenue
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 229 Shephard Avenue, Newark
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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