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42 Hawkins St, Newark, NJ 07105, USA|North Ironbound
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Property Overview
42 Hawkins Street earns a strong overall impression with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent value, a strong location score, solid amenities, and good trustworthiness. It offers notable convenience near a top-rated elementary school, and the combination of price, amenities, and location makes it a compelling option for renters.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 42 Hawkins Street - 2R | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,800 /mo | Welcome home to this spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Newark's desirable Ironbound neighborhood. This well-maintained unit features an open and functional layout with generously sized bedrooms, hardwood floors, and a bright living area. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and comes equipped with essential appliances. Residents also enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry and a shared outdoor patio. Heat, water and hot water are included in the rent. Ideally located just minutes from Ferry Street's popular restaurants, shopping, public transportation, and major highways, this apartment offers easy access for commuters while placing you in the heart of one of Newark's most vibrant neighborhoods. Features: 2 Bedrooms / 1 Full Bathroom Spacious, bright layout Hardwood floors throughout On-site laundry Shared outdoor patio Convenient Ironbound location near shopping, dining, parks, and transportation Easy access to Newark Penn Station, Routes 1&9, I-78, and the New Jersey Turnpik |
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About 42 Hawkins Street
Welcome home to this spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Newark's desirable Ironbound neighborhood. This well-maintained unit features an open and functional layout with generously sized bedrooms, hardwood floors, and a bright living area. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and comes equipped with essential appliances. Residents also enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry and a shared outdoor patio. Heat, water and hot water are included in the rent. Ideally located just minutes from Ferry Street's popular restaurants, shopping, public transportation, and major highways, this apartment offers easy access for commuters while placing you in the heart of one of Newark's most vibrant neighborhoods. Features: 2 Bedrooms / 1 Full Bathroom Spacious, bright layout Hardwood floors throughout On-site laundry Shared outdoor patio Convenient Ironbound location near shopping, dining, parks, and transportation Easy access to Newark Penn Station, Routes 1&9, I-78, and the New Jersey Turnpike
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 GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 42 Hawkins Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 42 Hawkins Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
42 Hawkins Street 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, 42 Hawkins Street 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.
42 Hawkins Street 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 42 Hawkins Street 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 42 Hawkins Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
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Rent trends in North Ironbound
2-bedroom apartments at 42 Hawkins Street cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in North Ironbound.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
North Ironbound
Newark
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,325 |
| August 2024 | $1,452 |
| September 2024 | $1,412 |
| October 2024 | $1,318 |
| November 2024 | $1,512 |
| December 2024 | $1,462 |
| January 2025 | $1,523 |
| February 2025 | $1,593 |
| March 2025 | $1,640 |
| April 2025 | $1,643 |
| May 2025 | $1,475 |
| June 2025 | $1,450 |
| July 2025 | $1,350 |
| August 2025 | $1,300 |
| September 2025 | $1,280 |
| October 2025 | $1,250 |
| November 2025 | $1,434 |
| December 2025 | $1,581 |
| January 2026 | $1,788 |
| February 2026 | $1,827 |
| March 2026 | $1,715 |
| April 2026 | $1,659 |
| May 2026 | $1,647 |
| June 2026 | $1,550 |
| July 2026 | $1,425 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | $1,850 |
| May 2025 | $1,850 |
| July 2025 | $1,255 |
| August 2025 | $1,282 |
| September 2025 | $1,280 |
| October 2025 | $1,250 |
| February 2026 | $2,029 |
| March 2026 | $2,034 |
| April 2026 | $1,951 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,800.
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Schools near 42 Hawkins Street
Hawkins Street Elementary School
8 hawkins st
newark, NJ, 7105
PK, K-8Public
C
Early Childhood Center of the Ironbound
697 market st
newark, NJ, 7105
PKPublic
Wilson Avenue School
19 wilson ave
newark, NJ, 7108
K-8Public
C
Ann Street School
30 ann st
newark, NJ, 7105
PK, K-8Public
B-
Kennedy Elementary School
1 washington st
harrison, NJ, 7029
PK, K-1Public
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Getting around Newark near 42 Hawkins St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
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
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 42 Hawkins St, Newark
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-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
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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