Called by the nickname, “Gateway City,” Newark, NJ, has become a destination for many people relocating to the East Coast. From its legendary food scene to its easy access to all New Jersey and New York has to offer, it shouldn’t come as a surprise nearly 307,200 people are living in Newark. If you’re considering buying a home in Newark, know that the median home sale price is $475,000, and for renters, the average rent in Newark is about $2,050.
But if you’re looking for a more suburban lifestyle, we’re here to help you find the right place to buy a home. Redfin has compiled a list of the 8 best Newark suburbs to check out. And they’re all less than 10 miles away from the city. Let’s check them out.
#1: East Orange
Median home price: $420,000
Average sale price per square foot: $230
Distance from Newark: 4 miles
East Orange, NJ homes for sale
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With a median home sale price of $420,000, East Orange is the first place on our list of Newark suburbs. About a 4 mile drive away from downtown Newark, East Orange is home to roughly 69,600 people. Living in East Orange, you can check out one of the parks like Watsessing Park and Monte Irvin Orange Park.
#2: Roselle Park
Median home price: $450,500
Average sale price per square foot: $346
Distance from Newark: 10 miles
Roselle Park, NJ homes for sale
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The second suburb on our list is Roselle Park. About a 10 mile drive away from downtown Newark, you can explore the Ironbound District in no time. Some popular things to do in Roselle Park include grabbing a meal at one of the local restaurants. When living in this suburb of 13,900 people, you can also spend time exploring the charming downtown.
#3: Elizabeth
Median home price: $485,000
Average sale price per square foot: $285
Average rent for an apartment: $2,250
Distance from Newark: 6 miles
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With a median home sale price of $485,000 and only a 6 mile drive away, Elizabeth is the next suburb. From parks and outdoor recreation to shopping, there are lots of things that make Elizabeth a great place to live. Make sure to take in the water views at Marciante-Jackson-Millet Park, check out the trails at Elizabeth River Parkway, and visit downtown Elizabeth where you’ll find the Ritz Theatre & Performing Arts Center.
#4: Kenilworth
Median home price: $522,500
Average sale price per square foot: $814
Distance from Newark: 9 miles
Kenilworth, NJ homes for sale
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Only slightly more expensive than Elizabeth is none other than Kenilworth. With a population close to 8,400, there’s still plenty to do in this Newark suburb. Plan to spend the day exploring Lenape Park, playing golf at Galloping Hill Park and Golf Course, and checking out downtown Kenilworth.
#5: Kearny
Median home price: $540,000
Average sale price per square foot: $324
Average rent for an apartment: $2,183
Distance from Newark: 4 miles
Kearny, NJ homes for sale
Kearny, NJ apartments for rent
Drive 4 miles outside of Newark and you’ll find the suburb of Kearny, another great area to add to your list. With 42,000 people living in this town, Kearny is a great option to consider when looking to stay close to Newark without paying the premium for a home in the city. Living in Kearny, you can visit Kearny Riverbank Park along the Passaic River and shop at Kearny Square.
#6: Bayonne
Median home price: $570,000
Average sale price per square foot: $323
Average rent for an apartment: $2,425
Distance from Newark: 9 miles
Bayonne, NJ homes for sale
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Another well-known Newark suburb is Bayonne, where the median home sale price is $570,000. Home to roughly 71,700 people, Bayonne is a great suburb to consider moving to. There are lots of activities to do in the area. For example, you can visit some of the scenic parks like Dennis P. Collins Park, Veterans Park, and Stephen R. Gregg Park, explore the downtown Bayonne area, and golf at one of the courses, among many other local favorites.
#7: North Arlington
Median home price: $590,000
Average sale price per square foot: $334
Average rent for an apartment: $2,316
Distance from Newark: 5 miles
North Arlington, NJ homes for sale
North Arlington, NJ apartments for rent
Next on our list of Newark suburbs is North Arlington, which is roughly a 10 minute drive into the heart of the city. With a population of close to 16,500, living in North Arlington is a great alternative to city life. If you’re going to call this area home, plan time to visit Richard W. DeKorte Park where you’ll find the Sawmill Creek Trail & Transco Trail.
#8: Nutley
Median home price: $609,950
Average sale price per square foot: $369
Average rent for an apartment: $2,469
Distance from Newark: 8 miles
Nutley, NJ homes for sale
Nutley, NJ apartments for rent
Last but not least on our list of Newark suburbs is Nutley. This suburb is home to roughly 30,200 residents, so you’ll have a fraction of Newark’s population while remaining only 8 miles from the city. Be sure to visit some of the green parks like Memorial Park, Kingsland Park, and Yanticaw Park once you move to Nutley.
Methodology: Whether a suburb was under a 10-mile drive from downtown Newark. Median home sale price data and average rent price from the Redfin Data Center during December 2023. Population data sourced from the United States Census Bureau.
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