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Highlights

  • State-of-the-art stainless steel appliances
  • Prime location
  • Washer and dryer included
  • Modern, fully-equipped bathroom
  • Easy access

Location

549 S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103, USA|Fairmount
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Management

IDN Group

Leasing office

(908) 445-5223

Property Overview

549 South Orange Ave is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.3, reflecting its strong value proposition driven by an impressive amenities score of 9 and a competitive price rating of 9. The property features state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances, modern fixtures throughout, and easy access to key locations, while maintaining a respectable trustworthiness rating of 7. With a prime location only 4 miles from public transport, this property provides an excellent standard of living for its residents.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 549 South Orange Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 549 South Orange Ave 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

  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$2,300 /mo2 units availableWelcome to the New Construction, a brand-new development located in the vibrant city of Newark, NJ. This stunning apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a modern, fully-equipped bathroom. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances. Convenience is key in this apartment, with a washer and dryer included, making laundry day a breeze. The location is unbeatable, with easy access to major highways, making commuting or weekend getaways effortless. Plus, with public transportation nearby, exploring the city has never been easier. Experience the perfect blend of modern living and prime location at the New Construction.

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Amenities for 549 South Orange Ave

Apartment Amenities

Spacious

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Brand New DevelopmentNew Construction

Neighborhood

Near Public Transportation

Other

Cold Water
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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 549 South Orange Ave

HomeApartments in NewarkFairmount 549 South Orange Ave

Welcome to the New Construction, a brand-new development located in the vibrant city of Newark, NJ. This stunning apartment offers two spacious bedrooms and a modern, fully-equipped bathroom. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances. Convenience is key in this apartment, with a washer and dryer included, making laundry day a breeze. The location is unbeatable, with easy access to major highways, making commuting or weekend getaways effortless. Plus, with public transportation nearby, exploring the city has never been easier. Experience the perfect blend of modern living and prime location at the New Construction.


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, 549 South Orange Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 549 South Orange Ave 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 549 South Orange Ave
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.
549 South Orange Ave 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.
549 South Orange Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including brand new development. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 549 South Orange Ave 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.
549 South Orange Ave 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 549 South Orange Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
549 South Orange Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 549 South Orange Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in Fairmount

2-bedroom apartments at 549 South Orange Ave cost about 31% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Fairmount.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Fairmount
Newark
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newark
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,570
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$1,749
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Fairmount
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,545
May 2025$1,700
June 2025$1,675
July 2025$1,600
August 2025$1,595
December 2025$1,500
January 2026$1,500
March 2026$1,820
April 2026$1,750

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Can I afford to live at 549 S Orange Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 549 South Orange Ave

Speedway Avenue Elementary School

701 south orange ave

newark, NJ, 7106

PK, K-8Public
C-

John F. Kennedy School

311 s tenth st

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-12Public

13th Avenue School

359 thirteenth ave

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-8Public
C-

14th Avenue School

26 speedway ave

newark, NJ, 7106

PK, K-8Public
C

Michelle Obama Elementary School

186 14th ave

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-3Public
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Getting around Newark near 549 S Orange Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 549 S Orange Ave, Newark

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
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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