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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • New kitchen cabinets
  • Basement storage lockers
  • Recently renovated unit
  • New dishwasher

Location

419 Plainfield Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922, USA
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Management

Conurban Capital

Leasing office

(844) 338-5315 ext. 1631

Property Overview

Ella Gardens offers strong overall value with a 7.7/10 expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a standout 9/10 location rating for easy access to top-rated schools and key destinations. Residents benefit from recently renovated units featuring hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, new kitchen cabinets, a new dishwasher, and convenient basement storage lockers. The property is also well-suited for pet owners, with multiple nearby pet services and available outdoor spaces, and demonstrates solid transparency with a 7/10 trustworthiness rating.

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

7.7
Very Good
Ella Gardens is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Ella Gardens - 41 bed1 bath925 sqft$1,700 /moRecently renovated unit. New kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood floors. Basement storage lockers for an additional fee. Landlord pays heat and hot water. Lease term 12-18 months, 1.5 month security deposit. Pets under 20lbs welcome with additional rent. $55 application fee. Must have 650 minimum credit score. Please provide rental history log.

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Amenities for Ella Gardens

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool
Tennis Courts
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About Ella Gardens

HomeApartments in Berkeley Heights Ella Gardens

Large 2nd floor unit. Great location on Plainfield Ave next to the school. This is a 4 bedroom with 1 bath, but also works great as a 3bedroom with a den/office and a dining room. Many recent upgrades made to the unit including kitchen cabinets with granite countertops, new gas oven, and dishwasher as well as electric/plumbing updates.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Ella Gardens is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Ella Gardens
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Ella Gardens is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, Ella Gardens 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.
Ella Gardens 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 Ella Gardens 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.
Ella Gardens 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 1 highest rated

I lived in this building in 2001, it looks new now.

Gary Rojas

Gary Rojas

Oct 18, 2022

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Ella Gardens is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores 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 Ella Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 207 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Berkeley Heights

1-bedroom apartments at Ella Gardens cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Berkeley Heights.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Berkeley Heights
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Berkeley Heights
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,800
June 2024$2,456
July 2024$3,125
August 2024$3,085
September 2024$2,900
October 2024$2,825
November 2024$2,610
December 2024$2,400
January 2025$2,600
February 2025$3,100
March 2025$3,200
June 2025$2,100
July 2025$2,075
August 2025$1,885
September 2025$2,341
October 2025$2,460
November 2025$2,395
December 2025$2,209
January 2026$2,189
February 2026$2,369
March 2026$2,396
April 2026$2,462
May 2026$2,650

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near Ella Gardens

Mary Kay McMillin Early Childhood Center

651 mountain ave

berkeley heights, NJ, 7922

PK, K-2Public
A

Mountain Park Elementary School

55 fairfax dr

berkeley hts, NJ, 7922

3-5Public
A

Developmental Learning Center - New Providence

330 central ave

new providence, NJ, 7974

K-9Public

Developmental Learning Center - Warren

217 mountain view rd

warren, NJ, 7059

1-12Public

Union Regional School

1524 terrill rd

scotch plains, NJ, 7076

1-12Public
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Getting around Berkeley Heights near 419 Plainfield Ave

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 419 Plainfield Ave, Berkeley Heights

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 419 Plainfield Ave

Stop & Shop Supermarket
404 Springfield Ave
Country Farm Store
378 Springfield Ave
Springfield Avenue Deli
1682 Springfield Ave
ShopRite of Watchung
1701 US Highway 22
Stop & Shop Supermarket
1511 US Highway 22

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