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Highlights

  • Laundry facilities
  • Off-street parking
  • Renovated apartments
  • Lively community
  • Bathrooms
  • Access control

Location

17 Shepard Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018, USA
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Management

Benjamin H. Realty Corp.

Leasing office

(973) 672-1020

Property Overview

The Alpine offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating driven by standout value, strong amenities, and a convenient location. It features renovated apartments, laundry facilities, off-street parking, access control, and a lively community, along with outdoor spaces and pet-friendly nearby resources. Nearby elementary and middle schools are also close by.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Alpine is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Alpine 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
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,625 /mo1 unit availableThe Alpine apartment building at 17 Shepard Circle along with properties in our portfolio located on So. Arlington Ave and Lenox Ave provide an ideal location for residents looking to live close to local government and municipal services. City Hall is a short 5 minutes walk and steps away from the East Orange Public Library, the East Orange General Hospital, the East Orange Police Department and the East Orange Municipal Court. If you work for the City of East Orange or at the Hospital, your commute couldn't be any shorter. Offering one bedroom and two bedroom apartments , The Alpine is a suitable new home for individuals wanting space for a home office, students and staff at local universities as well as those looking to start a family and relocating to the area. East Orange is a lively community with plentiful resources for shopping and dining both in town and nearby South Orange for The Alpine residents. The building has been renovated over the years to show off its best features to both residents and guests. Newly-tiled kitchens and bathrooms will ensure cleaner homes and more dazzling appearances for every resident of The Alpine. The property is equipped with access control to improve security and includes laundry facilities as well as off-street parking. Our location is just one block away from the East Orange Train Station providing access to NJ Transit's Morris-Essex line for those needing public transportation to commute east or west. Commuting by car is a breeze with almost immediate access to Route 280 and the Garden State Parkway. For residents looking to relax or exercise outdoors, Branch Brook Park on the north end of Newark and Monte Irvin Park in Orange are a short 5 minute ride. South Mountain Reservation covers 2,112 acres and the largest natural area in the Essex County Park System is only 10 minutes away. Offering scenic views from some of the highest points in Essex County, the reservation consists of trails, a dog park and the attractions of the Recreation Complex which includes Codey Arena, Mini-Golf Safari, Park N Ride, The Waterfront, TreeTop Adventure Course and the Turtle Back Zoo. Benjamin H. Realty Corp. properties enjoy a combination of on-site superintendents and local property management from a knowledgeable real estate team dedicated to providing quality apartment homes at affordable rents to the community. To find out more about New Jersey apartments in this popular and affordable building, you can visit The Alpine in person or contact a Benjamin H. Realty Corp. agent at ****.

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Amenities for The Alpine

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Dogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

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About The Alpine

HomeApartments in East Orange The Alpine

The Alpine apartment building at 17 Shepard Circle along with properties in our portfolio located on So. Arlington Ave and Lenox Ave provide an ideal location for residents looking to live close to local government and municipal services. City Hall is a short 5 minutes walk and steps away from the East Orange Public Library, the East Orange General Hospital, the East Orange Police Department and the East Orange Municipal Court. If you work for the City of East Orange or at the Hospital, your commute couldn't be any shorter. Offering one bedroom and two bedroom apartments , The Alpine is a suitable new home for individuals wanting space for a home office, students and staff at local universities as well as those looking to start a family and relocating to the area. East Orange is a lively community with plentiful resources for shopping and dining both in town and nearby South Orange for The Alpine residents. The building has been renovated over the years to show off its best features to both residents and guests. Newly-tiled kitchens and bathrooms will ensure cleaner homes and more dazzling appearances for every resident of The Alpine. The property is equipped with access control to improve security and includes laundry facilities as well as off-street parking. Our location is just one block away from the East Orange Train Station providing access to NJ Transit's Morris-Essex line for those needing public transportation to commute east or west. Commuting by car is a breeze with almost immediate access to Route 280 and the Garden State Parkway. To find out more about New Jersey apartments in this popular and affordable building, you can visit The Alpine in person or contact a Benjamin H. Realty Corp. agent at ****.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Alpine is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Alpine 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 The Alpine
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.
The Alpine 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·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.
The Alpine goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dogs allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Alpine 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.
The Alpine 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 The Alpine 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.

The Alpine is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store 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 The Alpine compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in East Orange

1-bedroom apartments at The Alpine cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Orange.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
East Orange
A table of studio rental data trends in East Orange
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,282
September 2024$1,375
October 2024$1,375
November 2024$1,420
December 2024$1,500
January 2025$1,512
February 2025$1,400
March 2025$1,367
April 2025$1,350
May 2025$1,350
June 2025$1,350
July 2025$1,359
August 2025$1,321
September 2025$1,309
October 2025$1,382
November 2025$1,494
December 2025$1,701
January 2026$1,340
February 2026$1,373
March 2026$1,512
April 2026$1,383
May 2026$1,356
June 2026$1,400
July 2026$1,383
August 2026$1,395

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near The Alpine

Ecole T. Loverture School

330 central ave

east orange, NJ, 7018

PK, K-5Public
C-

Althea Gibson Academy

490 william st

east orange, NJ, 7017

PK, KPublic
B-

Central Elementary School

33 cleveland st

orange, NJ, 7050

K-2Public

Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy

340 prospect st

east orange, NJ, 7017

PK, KPublic
B-

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 East Orange near 17 Shepard Ave

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 17 Shepard Ave, East Orange

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

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
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
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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