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Highlights

  • Quartz countertops and backsplashes
  • Modern stainless steel appliances
  • Pet friendly
  • On street parking
  • Luxury vinyl floors
  • Newly renovated 1st floor apt

Location

289 Elmwood Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018, USA
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Management

New Jersey Premises LLC

Leasing office

(347) 836-2970

Property Overview

289 Elmwood Avenue offers excellent overall value, with a top-tier price rating and strong scores for location, amenities, and trustworthiness, making it a compelling choice for renters. Newly renovated with quartz countertops, modern stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl floors, and pet-friendly policies, it delivers a comfortable and stylish living experience. Its strong value per square foot, quiet surroundings, included utilities, high-speed internet, and nearby coworking-friendly café make it particularly appealing for those who work from home.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 289 Elmwood Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 289 Elmwood Avenue 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$1,950 /mo1 unit availableMonthly Rent: $1,950 Security Deposit: $2,925 Total amount required to move in: $4,875 Discover your new place in East Orange, NJ. The 289 Elmwood Avenue is perfectly situated for work or play, located in a quiet neighborhood conveniently near I-280, Garden State Parkway, I-78 and the NJ Turnpike. Newly renovated 1st floor apt, 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom. This apartment includes modern amenities such as beautiful kitchens with quartz countertops and backsplashes, luxury vinyl floors, and modern Stainless Steel Appliances. Public transportation, shopping and parks are just minutes away! These spacious apartments give you close proximity to the city and a short commute. Tenant pays Gas, Electric, Cable, Internet and other services the tenant may request. Monthly Rent: $1,950 Security Deposit: $2,925 Total amount required to move in: $4,875 One year lease Tenant pays all utilities (Gas, Electric, Cable, Internet, water) On street parking Requirements 645 + Credit Score Proof of Income No eviction history Pet friendly $150 monthly fee per pet $250 non refundable deposit For more information call Lina 347 836 2970

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Cold Water
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HomeApartments in East Orange 289 Elmwood Avenue

Monthly Rent: $1,950 Security Deposit: $2,925 Total amount required to move in: $4,875 Discover your new place in East Orange, NJ. The 289 Elmwood Avenue is perfectly situated for work or play, located in a quiet neighborhood conveniently near I-280, Garden State Parkway, I-78 and the NJ Turnpike. Newly renovated 1st floor apt, 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom. This apartment includes modern amenities such as beautiful kitchens with quartz countertops and backsplashes, luxury vinyl floors, and modern Stainless Steel Appliances. Public transportation, shopping and parks are just minutes away! These spacious apartments give you close proximity to the city and a short commute. Tenant pays Gas, Electric, Cable, Internet and other services the tenant may request. Monthly Rent: $1,950 Security Deposit: $2,925 Total amount required to move in: $4,875 One year lease Tenant pays all utilities (Gas, Electric, Cable, Internet, water) On street parking Requirements 645 + Credit Score Proof of Income No eviction history Pet friendly $150 monthly fee per pet $250 non refundable deposit For more information call Lina 347 836 2970


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, 289 Elmwood Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 289 Elmwood Avenue 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 289 Elmwood Avenue
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.
289 Elmwood Avenue 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, 289 Elmwood Avenue 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.
289 Elmwood Avenue 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 289 Elmwood Avenue 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.

289 Elmwood Avenue is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 289 Elmwood Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in East Orange

3-bedroom apartments at 289 Elmwood Avenue cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Orange.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
East Orange
A table of studio rental data trends in East Orange
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,350
May 2024$1,375
June 2024$1,375
July 2024$1,265
August 2024$1,256
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$1,395

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$78,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Schools near 289 Elmwood Avenue

Benjamin Banneker Academy

500 south clinton st

east orange, NJ, 7018

PK, K-8Public
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

The Montrose Early Childhood Center

358 clark st

south orange, NJ, 7079

PKPublic

Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy

340 prospect st

east orange, NJ, 7017

PK, KPublic
B-
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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 289 Elmwood Ave

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 289 Elmwood Ave, East Orange

Groceries

9/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 5-minute walk, and there is also a moderate number of specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

5/10
The closest café is within a 10-minute walk, and there are some other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

7/10
Several restaurants are within a short 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 5-to-10-minute walk.

Parks

6/10
Few parks in the area.

Nightlife

3/10
The closest bar is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

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