Looking to Relocate to Newark end of this month/beginning of next - safe neighborhoods?

Submitted by iGROWyourBiz2 t3_y7m3dn in Newark

Wondering how to determine if an Airbnb is a safe neighborhood or not. Will be for my wife and me and one dog.

Will stay about a month until we find an apartment for 6-12 months, so we can determine where to buy.

(no really looking for advice from the folk who feel they should tell us not to move to Newark...lol)

Thanks in advance.

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LateNightNewYork t1_isw8379 wrote

What neighborhood is your Airbnb in?

In general, most places on the North, Central and East Wards are “safe.” The South and the West also have some safe places, but they also have the largest share of neighborhoods with violent crime.

Good on you for ignoring people that say all of Newark is unsafe. You’ll find that rhetoric is deeply rooted in racism/classism.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_iswkwxn wrote

Haven't selected on yet. Don't want to get one and regret the location. Appreciate your candor and recognition of the real issues. People don't realize, I am in a city where I am twice as likely to be a victim of violent crime...Wichita Kansas...crazy.

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LateNightNewYork t1_iswyw68 wrote

Yep, I’m from KC. Statistically way more dangerous than Newark.

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patriot7461 t1_iszx7pj wrote

My brother lives there - was surprised at how dangerous it is. He moved to the hood for sure.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it018eg wrote

in KC-K or Wichita (two largest cities in Kansas) doesn't matter where you live. Crime is ridiculous...and mindset...well let's say I will be happy to be back in the NE

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_iswmbty wrote

What is considered the dividing lines for N/S and E/W parts of town?

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LateNightNewYork t1_iszlzf8 wrote

You can check neighborhood and Ward maps via google.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_isznki9 wrote

i prefer to hear from residents

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Nathanial_Jones t1_iszsdxy wrote

East Ward is simple, it primarily consists of the Ironbound, and the dividing line is the train line going into Newark Penn station.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_iszu9nc wrote

thanks, ironbound and forest hills seem to come up a lot

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jamilthepoet t1_iszzgmm wrote

Iron bound and forest hills section are huge Latinx areas especially ironbound. So it’s a lot of working class families. Forest hills is more a mix of black wealth, Latinx and white middle class community and is a little less busy/ noisey the ironbound.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it01b8q wrote

sounds like Forest Hills is diverse, which is what we prefer when it comes time to buy.

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jamilthepoet t1_it01hzi wrote

Good luck Newark is deff on the rise !!!

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it01spq wrote

thanks, one of the reasons I chose it. That;s my language. Forward momentum

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Nathanial_Jones t1_it092rw wrote

I live in the ironbound and love it. Like the other poster said, big immigrant community, mostly working class. Very walkable and lots of great food, and good transit access. I haven't had issues with crime and feel generally safe walking around, but it does happen occasionally.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it0icpn wrote

feel safe walking and occasional crime is all that I believe can reasonably be asked for in any city. That is what we are looking for!

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Ironboundian t1_isvl4wv wrote

I recommend getting an Airbnb near Penn station to start….then from there you can go out an check out neighborhoods and showings for rental apartments.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_isw6aq1 wrote

Curious, Why start at Penn station... You feel that's the safest ABB?

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Ironboundian t1_isx4dv7 wrote

That way you are closest to the largest train station and access to NYC.

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jamilthepoet t1_isxlps5 wrote

I think you have to give more details your life style. Are you looking for more of a suburban area or urban? what’s your rent budget ? Do you need access to public trans ? Do you have a car ? All of this matters. There are areas that “on paper” you may not think are good areas but truly are like upper Roseville

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patriot7461 t1_iszxc5q wrote

Try Walker house - https://livewalkerhouse.com/availability

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jamilthepoet t1_iszxxac wrote

The apartments are nice but I think you get more bang for your buck at 1180 . It’s more outdated but closer to NY Penn and the Prudential Center,

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_iszzrgm wrote

thanks, do they accept pets? do they do short term leases, like a month or two?

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jamilthepoet t1_it00rm9 wrote

Just to clarify 1180 is a competing apartment complex. Walker house allows dogs with size and breed restrictions. But they where loosely enforcing it when I was leaving. They only do year and 2 year leases. You might find a hard time getting a short term least at one of the apartment complexes

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it01jh2 wrote

yeah, when we first arrive, we just want short-term accommodations to get settled in and be able to understand and determine where we actually want to live.

Wouldn't necessarily mind a year, but I am not a fan of apartment buildings.

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recnilcram t1_it09lrs wrote

Look again at the Elevdn80 application portal. I just renewed there for my 2nd year. I recall having short term rental options, but they may have only been available as an existing resident.

Also, the short term leases are much more expensive.

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jamilthepoet t1_it026vz wrote

Like everyone is saying your best bet in terms comfortability. Might be to go with one of the big apartment complexes in downtown Newark for a year then decided which are you and your family wants to move. If you have school aged kids. I would. Recommend one of the neighboring towns like Bloomfield or west orange or even east orange

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jamilthepoet t1_iszxqhn wrote

I actually lived in walker house before I bought my 1st multi family home. I was paying 1900 for a one bedroom but the was one 2019-2020 I think for the same apartment it’s more like 2300 now 🙃. I’m glad I house hack now !

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_iszzwz8 wrote

>thanks, do they accept pets? do they do short-term leases, like a month or two?

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patriot7461 t1_it1z1hl wrote

I don’t know. But it’s a nice building, in a nice area across from a park and close enough to Pru Center + NJPAC and Broad St. Train Station. <- all within walking distance

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TenzeFiyer t1_isz1inq wrote

Forest hill is a good place to start

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autopwroff t1_it5fo0k wrote

I do agree with people mentioning the Ironbound, but you don't have to live in one of the little apartments near Penn! The amount of construction near those buildings has been attracting rats like crazy recently (among other problems). However, there are several streets in the neighborhood that have 2-3 family homes that are much more livable/practical. A few are: Chestnut Street, St. Francis Street, Clifford Street. These are all sort of on the borders of the super busy areas like Ferry or Wilson Ave, so they're pretty safe but you still get some privacy.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it5nfg6 wrote

Thanks. Are those houses for rent or sale?

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autopwroff t1_it7y5r8 wrote

No problem. And it varies. Usually they're for rent, but a lot of owners are selling the houses these days since people are starting to buy up property in Newark

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it8oyho wrote

thats great as we would be happy to rent for a year to get settled into the area. How can I find out about these places for rent before moving there?

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FireDawg10677 t1_isxjpix wrote

Ironbound is relatively safe and certain areas in north Newark everywhere else is good luck

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dsarma t1_isxkrox wrote

The stuff close to Rutgers feels pretty safe. Same with the places near Prudential Center, and them. Close to actual Penn Station feels a little sketchy, but I’ve not had any issues there. The people hanging out on the sidewalks surrounding the station might ask to bum a cigarette, or for spare change, but then also give you information like “that door is locked” so you don’t end up walking all that way to the door for no reason.

From the places I’ve seen, if it’s close to the light rail, I’ve felt pretty safe there. Only exception being Branch Brook Park, which feels mad sketchy no matter what hour it is.

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GeorgosDalaras t1_isy5ymq wrote

Second this. You’ll also have more of a neighborhood feel on Halsey St. In this area.

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Jerz2florida t1_isxrlw4 wrote

The south ward by the south orange border is decent.

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NewNewark t1_isw47ig wrote

The best way to determine what a safe neighborhood is, is to use the search bar ------------>

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jamilthepoet t1_iszyyt5 wrote

That’s a old mindset of Newark, while mostly true some numbered blocks are changing. What’s your rental budget ? And what kind of apartment are you looking for? I lived in several sections of Newark. I currently live in upper Roseville and have a multi family home in lower vailsburg section of Newark ( this is a rougher area)

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_it01ppt wrote

to start just a short term place to figure things out. Then maybe a decent transitional house for rent until we actually buy. budget is flexible. Safety is most important

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benavidesb1 t1_itkbxga wrote

Hands down it’s the Ironbound. You won’t regret it. It’s very walkable. I grew up in North Newark. Love it, but lacking in walkability and a variety of businesses. From the Ironbound you can always ride the PATH train out to JC, NYC, and Hoboken. Love the Ironbound!!!

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_iswkz1j wrote

what is the name of the neighborhood? abb doesn't give you an address before you book.

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AgitatedAorta t1_isxajbf wrote

Lol, he's fucking with you, that's not a good area. Downtown, Ironbound, and Forest Hill are your best bets.

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iGROWyourBiz2 OP t1_isyulm2 wrote

Thanks, I kinda figured that. 🙄Someone once told me not to move to numbered streets.

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TranquilBeatnik t1_it0x7f9 wrote

Numbered streets vary drastically. Had a friend grow up on N 12th St just off Bloomfield in a historic 2 floor colonial with a working fireplace, original details, etc. Classic suburban family in a classic Northeast suburb. 4 blocks south, past Park Ave the vibe changes as you get closer to the freeway. Same situation as you head west towards East Orange and get closer to the Essex County Parkway.

tl;dr Numbered streets on the north side of town are very block-by-block. Stay away from the highways and East Orange and you'll be fine. Numbered streets on the south-side are a no-go.

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Eveli00 t1_isx01nv wrote

Newark is shit the people are not friendly i lived there my whole life and don’t trust nobody

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