Explore the Weequahic
Community
Area Info & Accessibility
Walkalble Neighborhood: Chancellor Ave & Lyons Ave for daily errands and dining.
Walkalble Neighborhood
NJ Transit bus routes to Newark Penn Station.
~15 min ride
accessible transit
~10 mins to EWR ~25 mins to Manhattan via I-78/I-95
highway access
311 acre Essex County park with lake, golf course & running track
weequahic park
Explore the Weequahic
Community
Area Info & Accessibility
Walkalble Neighborhood: Chancellor Ave & Lyons Ave for daily errands and dining.
Walkalble Neighborhood
NJ Transit bus routes to Newark Penn Station ~15 min ride
accessible transit
~10 mins to EWR ~25 mins to Manhattan via I-78/I-95
highway access
311 acre Essex County park with lake, golf course & running track
weequahic park
a historic, diverse neighborhood centered around the magnificent 311-acre Weequahic Park.
this charming community offers a perfect blend of residential tranquility and urban accessibility.
Bordered by Irvington to the west, Hillside Township and Elizabeth to the south, and Newark Liberty International Airport to the east, the neighborhood is known for its well-maintained tree-lined streets and classic colonial and Tudor-style homes.
Welcome to Weequahic
Community Vibes
Essex County hosts seasonal programming at the park including summer concerts and recreation leagues.
Weequahic Park Events
Residents benefit from Newark's broader festival calendar (Jazz Festival, Ironbound events, Cherry Blossom Festival in Branch Brook Park nearby)
Newark citywide events
Roth grew up in Weequahic and set multiple novels here; the neighborhood has ongoing cultural pride around this connection
Philip Roth literary legacy
Strong community following around Weequahic High sports; the school has a loyal alumni base.
Weequahic High School Athletics
Weequahic Park & Recreation
Home to a 2.2-mile rubberized jogging path, an 80-acre lake, and the Weequahic Golf Course—the oldest public golf course in New Jersey. Residents enjoy unparalleled access to outdoor activities right in their backyard.
Why You'll Love it Here:
see what Weequahic has to offer:
Strong Community Identity
The neighborhood hosts a robust historic district with major streets like Lyons Avenue, Bergen Street, and Chancellor Avenue showcasing original architecture and
pride of place.
Walkable & Accessible
Close proximity to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, quality schools, and easy access to public transportation make this a thriving urban neighborhood with suburban charm.
