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University Centre Newark is a student housing option located just a 2-minute walk from NJIT and around 12 minutes from Rutgers University–Newark. It offers fully furnished apartments, high-speed internet, study spaces, and 24-hour security with controlled access. While it stands out for its campus proximity and amenities, the lack of pricing details, lease transparency, and verified student reviews means students should confirm key details before booking.
Property Review Snapshot
A concise review page covering size, location, neighborhood feel, and verified resident
Overall rating
4.3
Room scale and building cost
Size Details on Request
Floors
Beds Available
Rooms Type
Address and convenience
Address
City
What the area is like
Daytime environment
The property sits in a location that enables quick access to NJIT, Rutgers–Newark, and Essex County College on foot or via short transit, supporting a practical daily routine for class attendance.
Access to essentials
The site offers on-site amenities (laundry, grocery-adjacent conveniences, and packet lockers) and is near shopping centers and local services for everyday needs.
Neighborhood comfort realities
Proximity to dining districts (e.g., Ironbound) and cultural venues is noted, which can enrich student life but may also influence evening activity levels. Nearby healthcare facilities (Saint Michael’s Medical Center) are accessible.
University Centre Newark Reviews
Residents consistently highlight the unbeatable proximity to NJIT (2-minute walk) and Rutgers-Newark.
The 24-hour gym, theater room, game rooms (billiards/ping pong), and multiple study lounges are frequently praised as high-quality facilities.
Many reviews mention well-organized resident events featuring free food and giveaways (e.g., tech items, apparel) that help students socialize.
Several recent reviews specifically name helpful staff members (e.g., "Kabrina" or "Travis") who made the leasing and move-in process
Students who study at nearby campuses (NJIT is about a 2-minute walk, Rutgers University Newark around 12 minutes on foot) and want a walkable, campus-adjacent home. Residents who value on-site convenience: furnished apartments, a fully equipped kitchen, high-speed internet, a study lounge, laundry on-site, and 24-hour front desk support. Students who prefer a managed community with on-site maintenance and staff who speak Spanish.
If you need verified, firsthand resident testimonials to inform your decision, note that approved student reviews for this property are not available in the current data. If you require specific, published rent prices or lease terms, those details aren’t provided in the verified sources. If you want to compare long-term costs today (utilities, deposits, or included services) with certainty, data is not disclosed here.
Short campus proximity for NJIT, Rutgers–Newark, and Essex County College, fully furnished units, high-speed internet, study lounge, 24-hour front desk, on-site maintenance, fitness center, laundry facilities, and on-site management, controlled access, elevator access, and on-site staff to assist residents, bike storage, garage parking, recreational areas, Amazon package lockers, and roommate-matching services.
Apartment-style student housing with fully furnished units and private or shared living spaces; each unit includes a fully equipped kitchen and essential furnishings.
The property is branded as FOUND Study University Centre, with on-site management and maintenance staff described in the verified inputs.
A campus-adjacent, student-focused community designed to support study, social life, and daily living with a range of on-site services and amenities.
Pricing data, lease terms, and verified student reviews are not provided in the current verified inputs. Prospective renters should confirm these details directly with management or during property tours.
Approximately 0.1 miles away, about a 2-minute walk.
Approximately 0.6 miles away, about a 12-minute walk.
Approximately 0.6 miles away, about a 12-minute walk.
Suited for students wanting walkable campus access and transit flexibility. May require confirmation for late-night or peak-hour reliability.
Furnished apartments with shared or private configurations
High-speed internet, Access to study lounge, fitness center, laundry, maintenance, and front desk.
Study lounge and high-speed internet support coursework.
Recreational areas and roommate matching encourage social interaction.
On-site laundry, kitchens, maintenance, and 24-hour front desk.
Air conditioning, elevator access, and professional management support comfort.
High-speed internet provided throughout
Strong due to proximity to campus and study spaces
Controlled access, 24-hour front desk, On-site maintenance
Secure access and staffed front desk support late arrivals
Is it close to campus?
Yes NJIT (~2 min walk), Rutgers–Newark (~12 min), Essex County College (~12 min).
Is internet included?
Yes, high-speed internet is provided.
Is there laundry?
Yes, on-site laundry is available.
Is there 24-hour security?
Yes, controlled access and 24-hour front desk.
University Centre Newark stands out for its unbeatable campus proximity, modern amenities, and secure, student-focused environment making it a practical choice for students at NJIT and Rutgers–Newark. The combination of furnished apartments, study spaces, and 24/7 support adds real day-to-day convenience.
However, the lack of pricing transparency, lease details, and verified student reviews makes it difficult to fully evaluate its value compared to other options. These gaps mean students should do additional due diligence before making a decision.
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