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CMS Property Management LLC

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(201) 898-0394

Property Overview

1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6, highlighting it as an excellent choice for renters. The property stands out with a perfect price rating of 10, exceptional amenities rated 9, and a prime location also rated 9, ensuring residents benefit from quality living and convenience. Additionally, with a trustworthiness rating of 8, potential renters can feel confident in the property's management and its transparency.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,550 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom second-floor unit located at 1290 Baker St, Unit 2L, in Hillside, NJ. This well-maintained apartment offers a functional and flexible layout with an added bonus room—perfect for a home office, guest space, or additional storage. The main level features a comfortable living room, an eat-in kitchen with ample space for dining, a full bathroom, and the versatile bonus room. Upstairs, you’ll find a private bedroom that provides a quiet retreat separated from the main living space. Conveniently located near major highways, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this unit offers both comfort and accessibility. A great opportunity for tenants looking for a unique layout with extra space. Street parking only. Tenants are responsible for gas, electric, sewer and trash. Tenants are responsible for 1.5 month security deposit and 1st month's rent due at lease signing. *CMS Property Management does not list on Facebook Marketplace. Any marketplace listing is a scam and should be reported. Please visit cmspm. com for all accurate listing information.*

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Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom second-floor unit located at 1290 Baker St, Unit 2L, in Hillside, NJ. This well-maintained apartment offers a functional and flexible layout with an added bonus room—perfect for a home office, guest space, or additional storage. The main level features a comfortable living room, an eat-in kitchen with ample space for dining, a full bathroom, and the versatile bonus room. Upstairs, you’ll find a private bedroom that provides a quiet retreat separated from the main living space. Conveniently located near major highways, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this unit offers both comfort and accessibility. A great opportunity for tenants looking for a unique layout with extra space. Street parking only. Tenants are responsible for gas, electric, sewer and trash. Tenants are responsible for 1.5 month security deposit and 1st month's rent due at lease signing. *CMS Property Management does not list on Facebook Marketplace. Any marketplace listing is a scam and should be reported. Please visit cmspm. com for all accurate listing information.*


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 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 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205
Price·10A 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.
1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 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 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 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 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Hillside

1-bedroom apartments at 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205 cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Hillside.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Hillside
A table of studio rental data trends in Hillside
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$1,200
August 2025$1,200
September 2025$1,200
October 2025$1,200
November 2025$1,700
December 2025$1,700

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$62,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,550.
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Schools near 1290 Baker Street, Hillside, NJ, 07205

Hurden Looker School

1261 liberty ave

hillside, NJ, 7205

2-6Public
B-

A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center

143 coe ave

hillside, NJ, 7205

PK, K-1Public
B

Ola Edwards Community School

1530 leslie st

hillside, NJ, 7205

2-6Public
C+

Deanna G. Taylor Academy

614 tillman st

hillside, NJ, 7205

2-6Public
C

Michelle Obama Elementary School

186 14th ave

newark, NJ, 7103

PK, K-3Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Hillside near 1290 Baker St

Walking

7/10
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

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

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1290 Baker St, Hillside

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1290 Baker St

Aj Seabra Supermarket
1132 Liberty Ave
Seabra Foods
1132 Liberty Ave
ShopRite of Hillside
370 US Highway 22
Superfresh
1303 N Broad St
E & R Grocery Store
1554 Maple Ave

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