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Residential borough close to NYC
Delawanna, in Clifton, is a sprawling residential and business hub that offers residents a quiet life in the suburbs while maintaining easy access to shopping. Some of the neighborhood’s streets are lined with businesses or warehouses, while others have residential pockets with older homes. Located just 9 miles east of Manhattan, the borough offers plenty of ways to commute for work and entertainment. Most of the area is connected by a well-maintained system of sidewalks, making residential areas particularly walkable. “It’s not just a commuter town, it’s a place where people raise families and live there long term,” says Leslie Morrison, Real Estate Sales Agent for Compass New Jersey, who’s been selling homes in the area since 2017.
20th-century styles from the $400,000s
The neighborhood features 20th-century colonial and Cape Cod homes on gridded streets with moderately sized lots and driveways. Some homes also have garages. Single-family homes tend to stay on the market for about a month and start around $445,000. Larger, fully renovated homes can stretch into the $900,000s. There are also a few two- and three-bedroom condo communities that range from $400,000 to $500,000. The CAP Index gives the area a crime score of 3, which is less than the national average of 4.
You can still find a quiet cul de sac or two in Delawanna, Clifton.
Delawanna is an appealing area that offers residents a tranquil lifestyle.
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Specialized academies at Clifton High
Students may start at Clifton School No. 8, which earns a B from Niche, before going to Christopher Columbus Middle School, which gets a C-plus. They may then attend Clifton High School, which also has a B and offers specialized academic programs for fields like STEM and visual arts.
CCMS curriculum offers a varied and enriching learning experience for all students.
Clifton High School boasts over 23 varsity sports and 65+ extracurricular activities.
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Shopping and dining along Route 3
Most of the borough’s shopping and dining can be found along Route 3. Clifton Commons and River Front Center sit across from each other with big box stores like Costco and Target, as well as other chains like Barnes & Noble, Kohl’s and Michaels. There are also chain eateries and local restaurants like The Shannon Rose, an Irish-American pub with live music throughout the week. “I loved it there, it’s a pretty popular place,” says Morrison. Close to the Passaic River, Rutt’s Hut is a counter-service hot dog spot that’s been a neighborhood staple since 1928. Another shopping center, Brook Haven Mall, is just north of Delawanna with an Aisle One Kosher supermarket. The American Dream Mall is also just 4 miles east and has more than 450 retailers.
Delawanna residents are minutes away from a number of shops at River Front Center.
Delawanna residents have a CostCo right in their neighborhood.
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Dunney Park, Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park
The neighborhood features smaller green spaces like Dunney Park, which has a baseball diamond, tennis courts and a playground. Zalenka Park has a multi-use grassy field, basketball court and a playground. The Meadowlands Sports Complex is 4 miles east with its famous horseracing track and MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Jets and Giants. There are also indoor attractions at American Dream Mall, including the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park and ski slopes.
Dunney Park includes a baseball diamond for playing in Delawanna.
Local parents in Delawanna can bring their kids to Zelenka Park's playground for some fun.
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Commuting to NYC
There are plenty of ways to get to the Big Apple for those both driving and taking public transit. Route 3 runs through the neighborhood and gets residents to the Lincoln Tunnel in as little as 30 minutes. The Delawanna train station offers daily service to Hoboken station and New York City’s subway system. There are also bus lines that run to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Delawanna
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Delawanna Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Delawanna, Clifton sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Delawanna, Clifton over the last 12 months is $546,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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