One of the oldest communities in Clifton, Botany Village offers small-town atmosphere just 10 miles west of Manhattan. What started as a silk and wool mill hub during the early 20th century has transformed into a residential suburb with plenty of local shops and restaurants. "Each neighborhood in Clifton is like its own little community," says Frances Rosado, a Broker for The Frances Rosado Team at Real Broker LLC, who’s been selling homes here for over 20 years.
Aerial view of the Botany District of Clifton, NJ.
The downtown district in the Botany District of Clifton, NJ.
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Foursquares, Queen Annes with street parking
Homes in the area were primarily built in the early 20th century and are packed tightly together with minimal front and backyard space. There’s a mix of American Foursquare-style and Queen Anne-style homes, one- and two-bedroom condos and multi-family houses. Some houses feature driveways and detached garages while most others offer street parking. Condos typically sell for $150,000 to $250,000 and single-family homes usually go for $350,000 to $550,000. Multi-family homes range from $600,000 to $800,000. "The price point, in proximity to the city, is unbeatable," says Rosado.
Botany Village is a beautiful showcase of diverse architectural styles in its homes.
The streets of Botany Village in Clifton, NJ are filled with single-family homes.
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Botany Plaza, local markets
Botany Plaza is in the neighborhood’s north end with a SuperFresh supermarket and a Forman Mills department store. Dayton Avenue includes a Home Depot and Walgreens. Local markets are spread throughout the community, including Ema International Food with Mediterranean products, and small bodegas like Briana Grocery and Kathy’s Grocery. There’s also a variety of local restaurants like Cafe Bubamara with Turkish eats, Burek King serving Halal Balkan dishes and Clifton Thai for authentic Southeast Asian cuisine. Additionally, the American Dream Mall is 5 miles south and offers over 450 shops and restaurants, as well as an indoor theme park, water park and ski slopes.
Ema International Food offers a variety of European cuisine and freshly made traditional dishes.
The well-organized and stocked supermarket sets this grocery store apart from others in the area
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Sullivan Square's events
Clifton's Historic Botany Village is a local nonprofit that plans annual events. Sullivan Square becomes a street fair and flea market twice a month with local artists, food vendors and family-friendly entertainment. Every Friday during the summer, residents gather in Sullivan Square for the Botany Village summer concert series. The concert series, which has been around since 2005, is free to the public.
STEM and the arts at Clifton High
Students may start at Clifton Elementary School 12, which gets a C-plus from Niche, before going to Christopher Columbus Middle School, which also has a C-plus. Students may then attend Clifton High School, which earns a B and offers specialized academic programs in STEM and the arts. The American Institute is a trade school on Lexington Avenue that offers programs in medical assisting and electrical technology.
Clifton High School encourages its students to reach their full potential in Athenia.
Cifton PS 12
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Dundee Island Preserve
Dundee Island Preserve is in the community's north end along the Passaic River. Residents can explore the preserve’s trails and take in the views of Passaic River Falls. A mile east is Dundee Island Park, a nearly 7-acre green space that opened in 2020 and offers playgrounds, paved walking paths, a soccer field and a boat ramp. Nash Park is also a mile west with basketball courts, baseball diamonds and playgrounds.
The entrance to Dundee Island Preserve in the Botany District of Clifton, NJ.
A view of Dundee Falls from Dundee Island Preserve in the Botany District of Clifton, NJ.
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Commuting through the Lincoln Tunnel to NYC
Getting to New York City from Botany Village can take as little as 30 minutes by car via the Lincoln Tunnel. Commuters can also take the 703 and 163 bus lines to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan.
Aerial view of the Botany District of Clifton, NJ. looking towards the skyline of Manhattan.
Residents in Botany Village rely on public buses for their daily commutes.
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On average, homes in Botany Village, Clifton sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Botany Village, Clifton over the last 12 months is $365,000, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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