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391 Union Ave, Irvington, NJ 07111, USA
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Management

391 Union Ave LLC

Leasing office

(973) 833-4242

Property Overview

Rutgers Arms earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. It offers strong value for money and value per square foot, and its hardwood floors add a notable feature that complements its competitive positioning.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Rutgers Arms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rutgers Arms has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,525 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this updated one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in a garden-style building in Irvington, NJ. The unit features an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout, and an updated bathroom. Laundry facilities are available on the premises, and parking can be arranged for an additional fee. No security deposit alternatives are available. Conveniently located in the neighborhood, this residence offers modern finishes in a well-maintained building.

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Amenities for Rutgers Arms

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHeat and Hot Water
Updated Bathroom

Appliances

Stainless Steel AppliancesStove and Refridgerator

Building

Onsite Laundry
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Rutgers Arms

HomeApartments in Irvington Rutgers Arms

Discover this updated one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in a garden-style building in Irvington, NJ. The unit features an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout, and an updated bathroom. Laundry facilities are available on the premises, and parking can be arranged for an additional fee. No security deposit alternatives are available. Conveniently located in the neighborhood, this residence offers modern finishes in a well-maintained building.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Rutgers Arms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rutgers Arms has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Rutgers Arms
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.
Rutgers Arms 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·9A 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.
Rutgers Arms goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Rutgers Arms receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Rutgers Arms 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 Rutgers Arms 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.

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 Rutgers Arms compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 250 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Irvington

1-bedroom apartments at Rutgers Arms cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Irvington.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Irvington
A table of studio rental data trends in Irvington
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,874
August 2024$1,810
September 2024$1,694
October 2024$1,830
November 2024$1,341
December 2024$1,244
January 2025$1,623
February 2025$1,623
March 2025$1,250
April 2025$1,250
May 2025$1,205
June 2025$1,225
July 2025$1,250
August 2025$1,246
September 2025$1,282
October 2025$1,302
November 2025$1,344
December 2025$1,330
January 2026$1,288
February 2026$1,292
March 2026$1,320
April 2026$1,365
May 2026$1,377
June 2026$1,356

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 391 Union Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$61,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $61,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,525.
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Schools near Rutgers Arms

Mount Vernon Avenue Elementary School

54 mt vernon ave

irvington, NJ, 7111

PK, K-5Public
C-

Augusta Preschool Academy

97 augusta st

irvington, NJ, 7111

PKPublic

Michelle Obama Elementary School

186 14th ave

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-3Public

The Montrose Early Childhood Center

358 clark st

south orange, NJ, 7079

PKPublic

Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School

150 newton st

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-3Public
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Getting around Irvington near 391 Union Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 391 Union Ave, Irvington

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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