Moving to Newark, NJ -- anyone from that area??

ejazbmw · 03-19-2010, 01:57 PM

my sisters friend live there in a nice development neighborhood they even get a garage for there car, but once you leave the developments you get into the hood lol

iBoost3d · 03-19-2010, 02:05 PM

Yeah it all depends, one Christmas eve a couple years ago I was walking out onto Chestnut street and a car that was getting chased by the police almost took me out. I also have family that has lived there for years (i'm talking decades) and never had anything happen to them

DR_E92 · 03-19-2010, 05:51 PM

I love how everyone thats worried about car theft and how dangerous Newark is dont actually LIVE in newark or never have.

For those that have and know the area well, we know its all hype and its not that serious in certain areas. Down neck... def worry about street parking. its the #1 reason why I refuse to look into that area even though I'm looking to get my own place right now.

Other than that, the Forest Hill section of Newark is very nice, but those are all mostly 1 family houses. There are a couple of places where you can get a condo though.

E90jerz · 03-19-2010, 10:10 PM

this isnt a recent story, im going back to 2001.
my car was stolen in 15mins of it being parked.
i was parked on komorn st.
parked my car. went in to da bar around da corner. had a beer & 2shots. when i went back to my car it wasnt there.
called da police. they said they couldnt do anything for me.
i went to Andros Diner & there was about 10cops sitting @ da counter drinking coffee.
police found it 5days later completely stripped in Irvington.

people will double park next to your car for hours & not give a shit cuz U cant park newhere else & take into consideration dat car insurance is "MUCH" higher in dat area.
to da OP. best of luck. personally i would find a place to live in 1 of da surrounding areas.

DR_E92 · 03-19-2010, 11:02 PM

cops in Newark could care less about anything like a stolen car. Most of the time they wont even show up just to avoid the paperwork. sad, but very true.

as far as the double parking I never have to deal with it around my area. Its a lot calmer where I live. but again... to the OP, go with a surrounding town. even those all of those cops are a pain..

fdriller9 · 03-19-2010, 11:05 PM

I would suggest commuting...there are plenty of towns nearby that are alot safer for you and your car. Newark has been getting alittle better but it's still Newark.

Akp22 · 03-19-2010, 11:40 PM

i currently live in newark and YES some parts are bad but the university heights area is ok and the ironbound. If you stay away from trouble you shouldn't have a problem. I am actually looking to rent out my apt to someone which is located in university heights in a nice area.. couple of bars within a block and also some food spots. There are also condos in society hill which is actually only a couple blocks from UMDNJ and has private parking with 24 hr security. A more expensive but probably the safest would be University Centre they have their own parking garage but the downside to the place is that since it is all college students there will be tons of partying and you will be assigned a roommate for a single room. IMO you should look into Society Hill. PM me if you have any questions will be glad to help you out

blazablaz · 03-21-2010, 09:50 PM

Why not consider Elizabeth, much nicer area and you'll be like 10 - 15 m away. Try N.Elizabeth, around Kean University area and you'll be good to go. Matter of fact, you can try the apartments and 707 N. Broad St. Nice apartments and super clean. They also have laundry on the first floor. I use to live there and miss it like crazy. Plus stop and shop, banks... everything is close.

leocdmg · 03-30-2010, 12:15 PM

A place with parking is a must. There are alot of new houses developing in the iron bound section. I hope you can speak portuguese and like big butts cuz its very brazilian and portuguese. I personaly hate taking my car to newark for a few reasons. 1. Parking it sucks in general 2. Potholes everywhere 3. There is parking in the lots but it can be expensive after a while. I wouldnt worry about your car getting stolen. Its to much work for these lil hoodrats to steal a BMW but your car may get vandalized. I love newark it has a lil bit for everyone!!!!

grieverr · 03-30-2010, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DR_E92

I love how everyone thats worried about car theft and how dangerous Newark is dont actually LIVE in newark or never have.

For those that have and know the area well, we know its all hype and its not that serious in certain areas. Down neck... def worry about street parking. its the #1 reason why I refuse to look into that area even though I'm looking to get my own place right now.

I grew up in Washington Heights and the Bronx. Those places had "nice areas" too. The truth is, the place is inner city (read: ghetto). If you have to be told what are the good areas, and they only span 3 streets, you're not looking at the safest neighborhood.
It's not to say that it can't be a decent place, (again, if you like that kind of food, it's a haven, and I LOVE brazilian women) but it comes with all the risks and stereotypes of such a place. Luckily, I never had any problems where I grew up, but I certainly wouldn't call it a nice place because of that.

I know this thread is a bit old already, but if the OP is still out there, what did you decide as far as where to move?

Outlaw 06 · 03-30-2010, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Delta0311

The Vailsburg section of newark, near Seaton Hall U. and the Ironbound are the only decent places. Everything else around there SUCKS!!! The Ironbound is also kind of crowded but close to UMDNJ. I lived in Newark for 12 years and I'd NEVER move back to that shit hole but that's just me.

If I was you I'd find a place around Maplewood or South Orange.

^ This is damn good advice.

Have you spoken to any of your future colleagues at UMDNJ about where to live? I’d definitely get some recommendations from them.

Have you considered finding a place in lower Manhattan and getting to work by taking the PATH train to Newark/Penn Station? UMDNJ is only about a mile from the station (via Market Street). Personally, I’d avoid living in Newark like the plague…

skim7x · 06-08-2010, 02:11 PM

Thanks for all the great advice guys... I ended up just living on campus right next to the hospital... it's easy so I dont' have to commute to the hospital, and they have a secured parking garage for me to leave my car... protected from thugs and the elements

Where do you guys go for BMW Service? Bloomfield? Are they pretty good? How are they about mods?

nyknickfan · 06-08-2010, 02:30 PM

I live in downtown Newark and go to BMW at Bloomfield for service...I've heard Park Ave is a little lenient with mods...it's just a little farther of a drive...I'm walking distance from that hospital

lul77 · 06-08-2010, 02:42 PM

Jmk and park ave are cool. Lots of ppl like jmk but I love the park ave lounge and usually just chill there if the dealer work won't take long

skim7x · 06-08-2010, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by lul77

Jmk and park ave are cool. Lots of ppl like jmk but I love the park ave lounge and usually just chill there if the dealer work won't take long

What's JMK?

Alex@AKMotorwerk · 06-08-2010, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by skim7x

What's JMK?

JMK is a BMW dealer on rt. 22 in Springfield/Union... about 15 mins from you. We are about 30-40 mins from you and can help with any mods you might need/want. Let us know if we can be of assistance... and Welcome to JERSEY!!!

skim7x · 06-08-2010, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex@AKMotorwerk

JMK is a BMW dealer on rt. 22 in Springfield/Union... about 15 mins from you. We are about 30-40 mins from you and can help with any mods you might need/want. Let us know if we can be of assistance... and Welcome to JERSEY!!!

Great to hear from you... After finding a BMW dealership and the Dinan Dealership, I was going to look for a European Performance Car Shop to get all my other out-of-warranty work done

Looks like you guys got dibbs! Hope to meet you in the near future!

Alpine Whiteboy · 06-08-2010, 04:20 PM

Well good thing u work at a hospital. Be safe...

skim7x · 06-08-2010, 05:36 PM

Car is ready for the 2000 mile trip!

Alex@AKMotorwerk · 06-08-2010, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Alpine Whiteboy

Well good thing u work at a hospital. Be safe...

LOL

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Originally Posted by skim7x

Car is ready for the 2000 mile trip!

Nice! u driving her here or trailer?

skim7x · 06-08-2010, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex@AKMotorwerk

Nice! u driving her here or trailer?

Nope... just loaded everything in my car... The apartment/dorm I'm staying in is already furnished, so I only need to bring the essentials... and it all fits in my 335i coupe

GREAT car, isn't it? haha... sporty AND practical!!

syer16 · 06-15-2010, 04:15 PM

Funny I moved from Dallas back to NJ. The roads were okay until you PA to NJ. Welcome to Jerz. I'm a noob here so I have to hit up all these other spots for mods now.

03-19-2010, 01:57 PM	#45
ejazbmw blahhh 315 Rep 6,355 Posts Drives: 2014 M235I Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NJ/NY iTrader: (7)	my sisters friend live there in a nice development neighborhood they even get a garage for there car, but once you leave the developments you get into the hood lol
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03-19-2010, 02:05 PM	#46
iBoost3d Private 0 Rep 72 Posts Drives: 335iA Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Jersey Shore iTrader: (1)	Yeah it all depends, one Christmas eve a couple years ago I was walking out onto Chestnut street and a car that was getting chased by the police almost took me out. I also have family that has lived there for years (i'm talking decades) and never had anything happen to them __________________ www.eastcoastpwc.net
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03-19-2010, 05:51 PM	#47
DR_E92 Lieutenant 15 Rep 506 Posts Drives: 07 E92 Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (1)	I love how everyone thats worried about car theft and how dangerous Newark is dont actually LIVE in newark or never have. For those that have and know the area well, we know its all hype and its not that serious in certain areas. Down neck... def worry about street parking. its the #1 reason why I refuse to look into that area even though I'm looking to get my own place right now. Other than that, the Forest Hill section of Newark is very nice, but those are all mostly 1 family houses. There are a couple of places where you can get a condo though. __________________ and go nuts
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03-19-2010, 10:10 PM	#48
E90jerz blaze1 30 Rep 1,323 Posts Drives: AW E90 LCI 335i Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: da jerz iTrader: (4)	this isnt a recent story, im going back to 2001. my car was stolen in 15mins of it being parked. i was parked on komorn st. parked my car. went in to da bar around da corner. had a beer & 2shots. when i went back to my car it wasnt there. called da police. they said they couldnt do anything for me. i went to Andros Diner & there was about 10cops sitting @ da counter drinking coffee. police found it 5days later completely stripped in Irvington. people will double park next to your car for hours & not give a shit cuz U cant park newhere else & take into consideration dat car insurance is "MUCH" higher in dat area. to da OP. best of luck. personally i would find a place to live in 1 of da surrounding areas. __________________ AKMotorwerk.com for all your NJ/NY/PA/DE/CT installation & service needs pix of da whip< / / / >updated 4/10
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03-19-2010, 11:02 PM	#49
DR_E92 Lieutenant 15 Rep 506 Posts Drives: 07 E92 Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (1)	cops in Newark could care less about anything like a stolen car. Most of the time they wont even show up just to avoid the paperwork. sad, but very true. as far as the double parking I never have to deal with it around my area. Its a lot calmer where I live. but again... to the OP, go with a surrounding town. even those all of those cops are a pain.. __________________ and go nuts
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03-19-2010, 11:05 PM	#50
fdriller9 Banned 260 Rep 7,089 Posts Drives: '06 AW 330xi Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Jersey/Philly/NYC iTrader: (4) Garage List 2006 330xi [6.44]	I would suggest commuting...there are plenty of towns nearby that are alot safer for you and your car. Newark has been getting alittle better but it's still Newark.
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03-19-2010, 11:40 PM	#51
Akp22 New Member 0 Rep 26 Posts Drives: 21 x7 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North NJ iTrader: (1)	i currently live in newark and YES some parts are bad but the university heights area is ok and the ironbound. If you stay away from trouble you shouldn't have a problem. I am actually looking to rent out my apt to someone which is located in university heights in a nice area.. couple of bars within a block and also some food spots. There are also condos in society hill which is actually only a couple blocks from UMDNJ and has private parking with 24 hr security. A more expensive but probably the safest would be University Centre they have their own parking garage but the downside to the place is that since it is all college students there will be tons of partying and you will be assigned a roommate for a single room. IMO you should look into Society Hill. PM me if you have any questions will be glad to help you out
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03-21-2010, 09:50 PM	#52
blazablaz New Member 0 Rep 10 Posts Drives: 330I 6MT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dirty Jerzy iTrader: (0)	Why not consider Elizabeth, much nicer area and you'll be like 10 - 15 m away. Try N.Elizabeth, around Kean University area and you'll be good to go. Matter of fact, you can try the apartments and 707 N. Broad St. Nice apartments and super clean. They also have laundry on the first floor. I use to live there and miss it like crazy. Plus stop and shop, banks... everything is close.
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03-30-2010, 12:15 PM	#53
leocdmg That Guy 23 Rep 113 Posts Drives: to infinity and beyond Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ iTrader: (1)	A place with parking is a must. There are alot of new houses developing in the iron bound section. I hope you can speak portuguese and like big butts cuz its very brazilian and portuguese. I personaly hate taking my car to newark for a few reasons. 1. Parking it sucks in general 2. Potholes everywhere 3. There is parking in the lots but it can be expensive after a while. I wouldnt worry about your car getting stolen. Its to much work for these lil hoodrats to steal a BMW but your car may get vandalized. I love newark it has a lil bit for everyone!!!!
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06-08-2010, 02:11 PM	#56
skim7x Colonel 213 Rep 2,558 Posts Drives: 335i, C63 AMG Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2007 335i [10.00]	Thanks for all the great advice guys... I ended up just living on campus right next to the hospital... it's easy so I dont' have to commute to the hospital, and they have a secured parking garage for me to leave my car... protected from thugs and the elements Where do you guys go for BMW Service? Bloomfield? Are they pretty good? How are they about mods? __________________ '07 Space Gray 335i coupe - R.I.P. COBB ProTuned \| AMS \| CP-e \| BMS \| Quaife
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06-08-2010, 02:30 PM	#57
nyknickfan Private First Class 11 Rep 151 Posts Drives: 2008 Alpine White 335i Sedan Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	I live in downtown Newark and go to BMW at Bloomfield for service...I've heard Park Ave is a little lenient with mods...it's just a little farther of a drive...I'm walking distance from that hospital
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06-08-2010, 02:42 PM	#58
lul77 Lieutenant Colonel 111 Rep 1,757 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: nj iTrader: (12)	Jmk and park ave are cool. Lots of ppl like jmk but I love the park ave lounge and usually just chill there if the dealer work won't take long __________________ available for photoshoots in NJ/NY area. click links for ::samples:. http://lul77.zenfolio.com/
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06-08-2010, 04:20 PM	#62
Alpine Whiteboy Jerry's Fault... 177 Rep 9,258 Posts Drives: 2013 535xi M-Sport SGM Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Queens, N.Y. iTrader: (1)	Well good thing u work at a hospital. Be safe...
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06-08-2010, 05:36 PM	#63
skim7x Colonel 213 Rep 2,558 Posts Drives: 335i, C63 AMG Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2007 335i [10.00]	All ready to go :) Car is ready for the 2000 mile trip! Attached Images __________________ '07 Space Gray 335i coupe - R.I.P. COBB ProTuned \| AMS \| CP-e \| BMS \| Quaife
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06-15-2010, 04:15 PM	#66
syer16 ease up 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 2008 e92 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Jersey City iTrader: (0)	Funny I moved from Dallas back to NJ. The roads were okay until you PA to NJ. Welcome to Jerz. I'm a noob here so I have to hit up all these other spots for mods now.
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