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About Bloomfield, NJ

About Bloomfield, NJ

A touch of Hollywood, recreational opportunities and a history that dates back to the 1700s are some of the attributes that make Bloomfield, New Jersey, a charming place to live. The township has a plethora of homes ranging from modest 2-bedroom houses to 7-bedroom mansions. Brick, wood and stone exteriors are some of the choices potential homebuyers will be able to consider.

The township has a population of about 48,000 and is in Essex County; it offers residents and visitors a wide-variety of things to do and see. Fans of the television show The Sopranos will be interested in seeing the Holsten’s Brookdale Confectionary, the filming scene for the final scene in the final episode of the series. The township is rich in history. Those interested in the township’s past may want to check out the Thomas Cadmus House, which was built in 1763. In 1778, it is believed that General George Washington visited the house. Built in 1895, the Oakes Estate was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1981. The 2.7-acre property is an example of Colonial Revival and Queen Anne architectural style. Glendale Cemetery is an old burial ground in both Bloomfield and Belleville townships. It is the final resting place for many notable people including Sarah Vaughan, a jazz singer, who was a Grammy Award winner.

If you enjoy doing things outdoors, Bloomfield has several parks offering many different features. Brookdale Park takes up space in both Bloomfield and Montclair. The park has a fitness course, an archery field, 11 tennis courts, nature trails and many other amenities. The park is the site of many summer concerts and a Fourth of July celebration, which is, of course, capped off with a grand fireworks display. Another feature is a rose garden with 100 different types of species. Watsessing Park runs through Bloomfield and the city of East Orange. The Second River, the second main tributary of the Passaic River, flows through the park. There are several modes of transportation in Bloomfield. Bus service is available to and from Newark by way of New Jersey Transit. If you would rather travel by rail, the township is served by two stations of the New Jersey Transit Montclair-Boonton Line. You also can travel to Newark by way of the Newark Light Rail. With so many recreational activities, historical places and a variety of transportation options, Bloomfield can be a great living environment for families, couples and single people.

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Bloomfield by the Numbers

51,262
Population
$566K
Average Housing Value
33
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Source: Public Records

Top Schools in Bloomfield, NJ

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Best Public Elementary Schools

Nishuane School
#1 Nishuane School
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Niche
Ridgewood Avenue School
#2 Ridgewood Avenue School
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9
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Brookdale School
#3 Brookdale School
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9
GreatSchools
Oak View Elementary School
#4 Oak View Elementary School
A-
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9
GreatSchools
Forest Avenue School
#5 Forest Avenue School
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Hillside School
#6 Hillside School
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8
GreatSchools
Linden Avenue Elementary School
#7 Linden Avenue Elementary School
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Edgemont Elementary School
#8 Edgemont Elementary School
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6
GreatSchools
Watchung School
#9 Watchung School
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6
GreatSchools

Best Public Middle Schools

Glen Ridge High School
#1 Glen Ridge High School
A
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8
GreatSchools
Bloomfield Middle School
#2 Bloomfield Middle School
B-
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5
GreatSchools
Patrick F  Healy Middle School
#3 Patrick F Healy Middle School
C-
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4
GreatSchools
John L  Costley Middle School
#4 John L Costley Middle School
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3
GreatSchools
Whitney E. Houston Academy Elementary School
#5 Whitney E. Houston Academy Elementary School
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3
GreatSchools
Sojourner Truth Middle School
#6 Sojourner Truth Middle School
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1
GreatSchools

Best Public High Schools

Glen Ridge High School
#1 Glen Ridge High School
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8
GreatSchools
Montclair High School
#2 Montclair High School
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5
GreatSchools
Nutley High School
#3 Nutley High School
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5
GreatSchools
Bloomfield Tech
#4 Bloomfield Tech
B+
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5
GreatSchools
Bloomfield High School
#5 Bloomfield High School
B+
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4
GreatSchools
Clifton High School
#6 Clifton High School
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2
GreatSchools
Belleville High School
#7 Belleville High School
B-
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2
GreatSchools
East Orange Campus High School
#8 East Orange Campus High School
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1
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Essex Cty Voc Bloomfield
#9 Essex Cty Voc Bloomfield

Best Private Schools

Maarif School
#1 Maarif School
St. Thomas the Apostle School
#2 St. Thomas the Apostle School
Westbridge Academy
#3 Westbridge Academy

Agents Specializing in this Area

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Linda DeSantis
(973) 233-4446
As a full-time professional agent, Linda is dedicated to exceeding your expectations. “I believe knowledge, skill, commitment, integrity and personal service are essential for a successful real estate experience. I am committed to creating exceptional experiences for my clients through passionate delivery of Truly Exceptional Service.”

For Truly Exceptional Service, you may contact Linda DeSantis in the Terrie O’Connor Realtors Allendale office at 201-825-0500, on her cell at 201-923-6095 or by email at ldesantis@tocr.com or bellarealestate24@gmail.com.
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