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856 South 16th Street
856 South 16th Street, Newark, NJ 07108, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,850–$1,895
Beds2
Baths1
Sqft900
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Beautifully renovated apartment featuring hardwood floors, new appliances, and a kitchen with granite countertops, with 18 photos providing a detailed view of the space. Strong value per square foot places it in the upper tier of the local market, and a top-rated middle school is located less than a mile away, adding to overall neighborhood appeal.

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

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Images available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • hardwood floors
  • new appliance
  • beautiful renovated apartment
  • kitchen with granite countertops

Units

856 South 16th Street Newark, NJ

Available

1L

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2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,850

Listed on 11/24/2025
Listed by Rovazo Realty
Days on market: 150
Beautiful Renovated Apartment!!! *Experience an amazing stay at a home that's close to almost everything; shops, parks, public transit, and more! *Clean, stylish, and modern unit perfect for you and your family *This apartment is under a hassle-free, responsive, and professional management that works round the clock to give you a much deserved peace of mind Apt features: *Kitchen with granite countertops *New appliance/s *Lots of windows *Hardwood floors Close to shopping centers, bus transportation. and to NJ transit. Leasing terms: *No Brokers Fee *$50 Application Fee Non-Refundable *Credit/Background Check Required *Income required to be 2.5x the rent amount net monthly and good credit score. If this apartment does not meet your interest, please reach out to us and we'll find the best place for you!

Available

2A

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,895

Listed on 06/20/2025
Listed by Mark H
Days on market: 307
Beautiful Renovated Apartment!!! *Experience an amazing stay at a home that's close to almost everything; shops, parks, public transit, and more! *Clean, stylish, and modern unit perfect for you and your family *This apartment is under a hassle-free, responsive, and professional management that works round the clock to give you a much deserved peace of mind Apt features: *Kitchen with granite countertops *New appliance/s *Lots of windows *Hardwood floors Close to shopping centers, bus transportation. and to NJ transit. Leasing terms: *No Brokers Fee *$50 Application Fee Non-Refundable *Credit/Background Check Required *Income required to be 2.5x the rent amount net monthly and good credit score. If this apartment does not meet your interest, please reach out to us and we'll find the best place for you! If you want to send in an application, please email a request to rent@rovazorealty. com Listing posted by Mark H (201) 733-8200. [SYNDID 4110500 04232026]

Occupied Units

Occupied

3B

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3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,295

Listed by Rovazo Realty
Days on market: 455
Beautiful Renovated Apartment!!! *Experience an amazing stay at a home that's close to almost everything; shops, parks, public transit, and more! *Clean, stylish, and modern unit perfect for you and your family *This apartment is under a hassle-free, responsive, and professional management that works round the clock to give you a much deserved peace of mind Apt features: *Kitchen with granite countertops *New appliance/s *Lots of windows *Hardwood floors Close to shopping centers, bus transportation. and to NJ transit. Leasing terms: *No Brokers Fee *$50 Application Fee Non-Refundable *Credit/Background Check Required *Income required to be 2.5x the rent amount net monthly and good credit score. If this apartment does not meet your interest, please reach out to us and we'll find the best place for you!

Occupied

3C

2 Beds

1 Bath

$1,800

Listed by Jay Steinberg
Days on market: 128
Property Id: 2279512 Beautiful fully renovated 2 bedroom apartment now available at 856 S 16th St in Newark for $1,800/month with only one month security deposit! This move-in-ready unit features plenty of natural sunlight and no broker's fee. Message me to schedule a showing!

Occupied

3A

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,050

Listed by Jay Steinberg
Days on market: 128
Property Id: 2279508 Beautiful fully renovated 3-bedroom apartment now available at 856 S 16th St in Newark for $2,050/month. This move-in-ready unit features plenty of natural sunlight and no broker's fee. Message me to schedule a showing!

Amenities for 856 South 16th Street

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Management
  • Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Walk-In Closets
  • High Ceilings

Policies at 856 South 16th Street

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 856 South 16th Street

HomeApartments in NewarkUpper Clinton Hill 856 South 16th Street #1L, Newark, NJ 07108, USA

Discover the charm of Upper Clinton Hill at 856 S 16th St, Newark, NJ 07108. This intimate property consists of 5 units, offering a spacious 2-bedroom floorplan with approximately 900 square feet of living space. Each beautifully renovated apartment features hardwood floors, new appliances, and a kitchen with stunning granite countertops. Residents will appreciate the convenience of being close to shopping centers. Enjoy amenities such as walk-in closets and hardwood floors throughout. With only long-term rentals offered, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation. Note that this is a pet-free community. Come experience the best of Upper Clinton Hill in this lovely property.

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Address details

Units5
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code07108

856 South 16th Street #1L is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 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 856 South 16th Street, Newark, NJ 07108, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 119 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
Rentals here may include more closet space than average

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Rent trends in Newark

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 856 South 16th Street #1L to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Upper Clinton Hill.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Upper Clinton Hill
Newark
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newark
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,563
June 2024$1,500
July 2024$1,600
August 2024$1,518
September 2024$1,543
October 2024$1,512
November 2024$1,681
December 2024$1,712
January 2025$1,785
February 2025$1,750
March 2025$1,715
April 2025$1,750
May 2025$1,728
June 2025$1,722
July 2025$1,700
August 2025$1,762
September 2025$1,769
October 2025$1,759
November 2025$1,820
December 2025$1,761
January 2026$1,781
February 2026$1,732
March 2026$1,706
April 2026$1,716
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Upper Clinton Hill
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,600
December 2024$1,500
April 2025$1,550
September 2025$1,600
October 2025$1,292
November 2025$1,340
December 2025$1,400
January 2026$1,485
February 2026$1,400
March 2026$1,400
April 2026$1,416

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,900 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,872.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 856 South 16th Street, Newark, NJ.
3 months ago$2,0503 bed1 bath
3 months ago$1,8002 bed1 bath
10 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath
10 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath
10 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath
10 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath
10 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath
11 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath
11 months ago$1,8502 bed1 bath

Schools near 856 South 16th Street #1L

Hawthorne Avenue Elementary School

428 hawthorne ave

newark, NJ, 7112

PK, K-8Public
C

Avon Avenue School

219 avon ave

newark, NJ, 7108

PK, K-8Public
C-

South 17th Street School

619 s seventeenth st

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-8Public
C-

Harriet Tubman School

504 s tenth st

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-8Public
C-

Belmont Runyon School

1 belmont runyon way

newark, NJ, 7108

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Upper Clinton Hill | Newark, NJ

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Newark near 856 South 16th Street

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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 856 South 16th Street, Newark

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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