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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • White cabinets
  • Open layout
  • Quartz countertops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Elevator

Location

304 Hillside Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110, USA
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Management

St. Lukes Place Management

Leasing office

(212) 427-5200

Property Overview

Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its excellent balance of price and value at 9 out of 10. The property stands out with a perfect amenities rating of 10, featuring modern conveniences like stainless steel appliances and an open layout. Additionally, its location rating of 9 highlights easy access to essential services and high-quality living, complemented by transparency in its offerings and notable pet-friendly features with several nearby services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

SM1BD (HS)1 bed1 bath480 sqft$1,852 /mo1 unit availableAn open 1-bedroom apartment in a mid-rise elevator building in downtown Nutley. Beautiful kitchen with white cabinets, stylish flooring, classic white appliances (including a refrigerator and gas range), flush mount lighting, and wooden blinds. Stunning and elegant hardwood floors throughout the apartment. The apartment is in a truly gorgeous & historic building with a number of amenities, including a large laundry room, outdoor dog park, Amazon Hub locker, on-site management office, exterior grassy area, and an elevator. On-site parking is available. Common area hallways and exterior landscaping around the property are in the process of being updated and modernized. Fantastic location in downtown Nutley close to all the shops and restaurants. A short walk away from NJ Transit stops that feature quick commutes to NYC. And the Hackensack-Meridian campus is less than a mile away from Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes. * Photos from a similar unit*

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Amenities for Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Trash

Appliances

FridgeOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryShared Laundry

Services

Garbage
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

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About Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes

HomeApartments in Nutley Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes

Incredible pre-war building renovated to today's style and standards on a quiet street in close proximity to all the shops and restaurants. Truly beautiful classical building with a number of amenities, including a large laundry room, outdoor dog park, shared community bicycles, Amazon Hub locker, on-site management office, exterior lawn area, and an elevator. On-site parking is available. Common area hallways and exterior landscaping around the property in the process of being updated and modernized. Fantastic location in downtown Nutley close to all the shops and restaurants.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

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 Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in Nutley

1-bedroom apartments at Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Nutley.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Nutley
A table of studio rental data trends in Nutley
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,595
March 2024$1,590
April 2024$1,473
May 2024$1,575
June 2024$1,575
July 2024$1,575
May 2025$1,825
June 2025$1,762
July 2025$1,413
August 2025$1,395
September 2025$1,395
October 2025$1,395

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$74,080/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,080 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,852.
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Schools near Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes

Spring Garden School

59 s spring garden ave

nutley, NJ, 7110

PK, K-6Public
B+

John H. Walker Middle School

325 franklin ave

nutley, NJ, 7110

PK, 7-8Public
B+
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Getting around Nutley near 304 Hillside Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 304 Hillside Ave, Nutley

Groceries

8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also some specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

6/10
Several fashion stores are within a short walk.

Cafes

5/10
The closest café is within a 10-minute walk, and there are some other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

6/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

High schools

5/10
The closest high school is within a 15-to-20-minute walk.

Parks

7/10
Few parks in the area.

Nightlife

3/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

Explore the area around 304 Hillside Ave

Poli Market LLC
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ShopRite of Nutley
437 Franklin Ave
Narmada Indian Groceries
58 Main Ave
Trader Joe's
259 Allwood Rd
Stop & Shop Supermarket
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