- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,120 sqft
78 Orchard Rd, Summit, NJ 07901
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Apartment
1,120 sqft
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About this House
Move-in ready duplex-style rental in Summit, fully refreshed for 2026. This home offers a private entrance, bright living spaces, basement laundry, off-street parking, and backyard space giving you a comfortable suburban residential feel with convenient access to downtown Summit, train, schools, and Overlook Medical Center.
Recent updates include new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, fresh neutral paint, a fully renovated bathroom with glass shower door and marble-look tile, updated lighting, and a newer eat-in kitchen with stainless steel gas range, refrigerator, updated backsplash, and classic wood cabinets.
The first floor features an eat-in kitchen, living room with decorative mantel, and a separate family room / flex space. The second floor offers three bedrooms, including two standard bedrooms and one compact bedroom/flex room, plus a full bathroom. The private basement includes a new GE washer and dryer and storage space.
Additional features include two dedicated off-street parking spaces, covered front porch, backyard space with mature trees, and a quiet residential setting. Convenient location approximately 0.9 mile / 17-minute walk to Summit Train Station, 0.8 mile / 15-minute walk to Overlook Medical Center, and close to downtown Summit shopping, restaurants, parks, and major routes including Route 24 and I-78.
Summit offers a well-regarded public school district with one high school, one middle school, and five elementary schools.
Available: 5/18/2026
12-month lease minimum. First month's rent and 1.5-month security deposit due at lease signing. Tenant pays gas, electric, water/sewer, internet/cable. Landlord provides regular lawn mowing during the growing season and handles major exterior maintenance. Tenant is responsible for keeping the home, porch, parking area, and yard area clean and free of trash, debris, and personal items. Snow/ice removal responsibilities to be defined in lease. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms will be provided as required by NJ law. Tenant may not remove, disable, cover, tamper with, or disconnect any smoke/CO alarm. No smoking. Pets considered case-by-case. Tenant is responsible for any pet-related damage, odor, waste cleanup, and yard damage. Application, credit/background check, income verification, and references required.
Recent updates include new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, fresh neutral paint, a fully renovated bathroom with glass shower door and marble-look tile, updated lighting, and a newer eat-in kitchen with stainless steel gas range, refrigerator, updated backsplash, and classic wood cabinets.
The first floor features an eat-in kitchen, living room with decorative mantel, and a separate family room / flex space. The second floor offers three bedrooms, including two standard bedrooms and one compact bedroom/flex room, plus a full bathroom. The private basement includes a new GE washer and dryer and storage space.
Additional features include two dedicated off-street parking spaces, covered front porch, backyard space with mature trees, and a quiet residential setting. Convenient location approximately 0.9 mile / 17-minute walk to Summit Train Station, 0.8 mile / 15-minute walk to Overlook Medical Center, and close to downtown Summit shopping, restaurants, parks, and major routes including Route 24 and I-78.
Summit offers a well-regarded public school district with one high school, one middle school, and five elementary schools.
Available: 5/18/2026
12-month lease minimum. First month's rent and 1.5-month security deposit due at lease signing. Tenant pays gas, electric, water/sewer, internet/cable. Landlord provides regular lawn mowing during the growing season and handles major exterior maintenance. Tenant is responsible for keeping the home, porch, parking area, and yard area clean and free of trash, debris, and personal items. Snow/ice removal responsibilities to be defined in lease. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms will be provided as required by NJ law. Tenant may not remove, disable, cover, tamper with, or disconnect any smoke/CO alarm. No smoking. Pets considered case-by-case. Tenant is responsible for any pet-related damage, odor, waste cleanup, and yard damage. Application, credit/background check, income verification, and references required.
78 Orchard Rd, Summit, NJ 07901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,120 sqft apartment. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2026 with an asking price of $3,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 8, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,217/month.
Home Details for 78 Orchard Rd
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Heating & Cooling Heating: BaseboardAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Appliances & Utilities DryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 78 Orchard Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.48 | Apartment | $515,000 | 12/19/25 | 4 | 1 | - | |
0.29 | Apartment | $399,000 | 03/09/26 | 2 | 2 | - | |
0.82 | Apartment | $953,750 | 05/13/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,611 sqft | |
1.42 | Apartment | $385,000 | 06/05/26 | 2 | 1 | 969 sqft | |
1.26 | Apartment | $295,000 | 07/01/26 | 1 | 1 | 800 sqft | |
1.22 | Apartment | $300,000 | 02/09/26 | 1 | 1 | 700 sqft | |
1.52 | Multi-Family Home | $998,400 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 1 | - | |
2.25 | Apartment | $1,300,000 | 07/20/26 | 2 | 2 | 3,299 sqft | |
2.89 | Apartment | $896,995 | 01/29/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,875 sqft | |
3.58 | Apartment | $2,500 | 05/29/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,100 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
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Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,217/mo
Average rent
$2.85K
$50MoM
Available listings
44
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What Locals Say about Summit
At least 243 Trulia users voted on each feature.
91 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say people would walk alone at night
82 % Say there's holiday spirit
79 % Say car is needed
76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
75 % Say kids play outside
74 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say it's quiet
70 % Say there are sidewalks
66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
62 % Say streets are well-lit
61 % Say there's wildlife
61 % Say there are community events
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jun 8, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $3,295 |
May 16, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $3,295 |
Frequently asked questions about 78 Orchard Rd
- Is Summit a buyer's or seller's market?Summit is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Summit?The median sale price in Summit is $1.49M. That is up $193K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about Summit?Residents describe Summit, NJ as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Summit, NJ.
- What are the closest schools to 78 Orchard Rd?The closest schools to 78 Orchard Rd in Summit, NJ are Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8/10), Jefferson Primary Center (Pre-K), L C Johnson Summit Middle School (rated 8/10).
- Does 78 Orchard Rd have air conditioning?Yes, 78 Orchard Rd in Summit, NJ has air conditioning.
- Does 78 Orchard Rd have laundry facilities?Yes, 78 Orchard Rd in Summit, NJ has in-unit laundry.
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