Newark Real Estate & Homes for Sale in New Jersey

As the country’s third oldest city, Newark, New Jersey is a complex urban center that is redefining itself as an exciting and modern place to live. Educational reforms, new housing development, economic growth and redevelopment of public areas have created an exciting future for Newark. Real estate options consist of detached, single-family homes as well as condominiums and townhouses. The city is located in Essex County, eight miles west of New York City and about 13 miles west of Manhattan. Just 24 square miles in size, Newark is home to an airport, seaport and more than 280,000 residents. The city has five defined political districts: North Ward, East Ward, Central Ward, West Ward and South Ward. Each ward has one or more distinct neighborhoods, some of which have a close-knit atmosphere, usually only found in small towns. Residents may share a cultural bond, common backgrounds or just a strong community orientation. Newark’s diverse set of neighborhoods offers many different experiences and attractions to new residents, including historic architecture, high-end shopping and cultural wares and dining. The city also has a renowned arts venue, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, which attracts more than 500,000 visitors annually. Other cultural offerings include the Symphony Hall, art galleries and the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Public education is provided by Newark City Schools, an organization that manages about 80 campuses city-wide. The district serves 47,000 students, from pre-kindergarteners to high school seniors.