Newark but surrounded by south Orange and maplewood. Also we have a police office just next door. The area is pretty safe. Just very hard to find a parking spot. We have a Walgreens, a supermarket gym....just next door.
If you're looking to move to this complex I'd think hard about it... it's an ok area but I've had concerns about safety. There's security who are there to only open the door, no check in or questions asked. The parking space that I pay for I've had to many times drive back to the security to let them know that there are people on my spot, so anyone can drive in without check-in or being asked any questions, security doesn't walk around as they should and usually when there's a complaint. Packages get stolen very often, so be home when your delivery comes if not it'll either end up in front of your door or in the lobby. I've seen open packages, people probably looking for things to take.
This area is often call "United Nations" a place where people from all over the world live and collaborate peacefully. In terms of safety, you need to be cautious... it's like anywhere in the world. Lock your car, your appartment, make sure your package are delivered when you are home. Although the surrounded by South Orange and Maplewood it is not a paradise here... but we love it.
It's ok
The area is perfect!
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