Once known as a place where wealthy New Yorkers spent their summers, Denville is an inviting Northern New Jersey neighborhood with lakeside living. “You’ve got the lake communities, if you want to be near water, and parks and preserves, so you can go hike or be in nature,” says Jill Lattmann, a Real Estate Sales Associate with Kienlen Lattmann Sotheby's International Realty who has been selling in the area for three years. The lake communities, including Rock Ridge, Arrowhead, Cedar and Indian Lake, offer waterfront views and outdoor recreation. “Denville also has a very vibrant downtown,” Lattmann says, “And you have bus access, train access, you’ve got highway access. It’s just a combination of a lot of really nice features.”
Denville
Located in Morris County
Locally owned shops, plus Trader Joe’s
Denville takes pride in its charming downtown, a walkable area with locally owned restaurants and shops. Along Broadway, Denville Dairy scoops homemade ice cream and residents rely on Sergio and Co Italian Specialties for cold cuts, gourmet sandwiches and classic Italian foods. Denville Seafood offers freshly caught fish to take home or enjoy in their Codmother’s Café. Hunan Taste serves authentic Chinese cuisine and locals gather for pints and trivia nights at Thatcher McGhee’s, an Irish pub. Up a block on 1st Avenue Carver’s offers freshly baked breads and pies. In the southern part of the neighborhood, off Route 10, the Shoppes at Union Hill offer retail clothing stores and grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s.
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A variety of home styles and lake community amenities
Known for its inviting lake communities, many homes have proximity to water. Originally developed as small summer bungalows and cabins, Cape Cods, colonials, split-levels and bi-levels can be found. In the Indian Lake community, which allows motorboats and offers a social events calendar, a three-bedroom ranch style house can cost $350,000 while a four-bedroom bi-level house might run $650,000. The southern portion of Denville, past Route 10, includes townhouses and large colonials. A three-bedroom townhouse in The Forges community, which includes access to an outdoor pool and tennis courts, can cost $649,000. A five-bedroom colonial with a three-car garage runs $1.15 million.
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Highly rated schools with advanced programs
Lakeview Elementary serves students in pre-K through fifth grade and is in the top 15% of best elementary schools in New Jersey, according to Niche. Sixth through eighth graders can attend Valleyview Middle School, which has an A minus rating from Niche and a student-teacher ratio of nine to one. Morris Knolls High School has an A minus rating from Niche and offers a seminar-focused gifted and talented program as well as the International Baccalaureate Program.
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Hiking trails in Jonathan’s Woods, plus Muriel Hepner Nature Park
Muriel Hepner Nature Park invites walkers along a paved path through surrounding greenery. Small wooden bridges cross over swampy areas, and wildlife like turtles and birds can be seen. This is also a small playground with play structures and astroturf. In the northern part of the neighborhood, the 560-acre Jonathan’s Woods offers hiking trails through forests and wetland areas.
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Holiday events and summertime music
Festivals and special events happen throughout the year. During Easter local shop owners hand out Easter eggs. Downtown transforms with live music every summer during Denville After Dark nights. In December, the community comes out for a holiday festival.
Connection to Penn Station, plus highways
Near Estling Lake Road and East Main Street, commuters can utilize the Denville train station, which connects to Penn Station in Manhattan. Interstate 80 and Route 46 crisscross Denville, giving drivers access to greater New Jersey and New York. Additionally, Newark Liberty International Airport is about 20 miles away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Isaac De Castro
Isaac De Castro
Brown Harris Stevens
(848) 305-1306
32 Total Sales
1
$645,000 Price
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Seema Wu
Seema Wu
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(862) 465-8804
42 Total Sales
2
$435K - $502K Price Range
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Halina Strzepek
Halina Strzepek
LPT Realty
(551) 250-5723
159 Total Sales
1
$742,000 Price
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Armene Abbattista
Armene Abbattista
Keller Williams Prosperity Realty
(862) 881-4487
121 Total Sales
1
$845,000 Price
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Yousuf Syed
Yousuf Syed
EXP REALTY, LLC
(848) 281-0587
94 Total Sales
1
$295,000 Price
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Mizell Ewing, Jr.
Mizell Ewing, Jr.
Coldwell Banker, Wayne
(848) 279-9296
55 Total Sales
2
$375K - $396K Price Range
Schools
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Denville Housing Trends
On average, homes in Denville, NJ sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Denville, NJ over the last 12 months is $934,294, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$807,990
Median Sale Price
$934,294
Median Single Family Sale Price
$559,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$934,294
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$330
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,596
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1961
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,315
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,644
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,681
Open Houses
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$759,900
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 14 Fox Run
- New 8 days ago
Lovely Tudor Style Colonial in a great neighborhood, great location on a quiet cul de sac street. Beautiful custom covered front entry welcomes you as you approach the home, classy touches throughout, great outdoor space with large deck and pavillion, gorgeous hardwood floors, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, center island plus entertaining / breakfast bar, great layout, full
Keith BochnerCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY(862) 288-7692 -
$575,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2308 Middlefield Ct
- New 13 days ago
Welcome Home! This delightful end unit townhome offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, nestled against a backdrop of tranquil woods. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a light and bright interior that exudes warmth and charm. This well-maintained home features three spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with its ensuite bathroom which
Jennifer TaylorCOMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC(862) 972-3629 -
$549,999
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 102 E Shore Rd
- New 2 days ago
Escape to your own private retreat with this charming lake-style single-family home offering the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features a total of 5 spacious rooms, ideal for relaxed living and effortless entertaining. Step inside to find an open-concept living area with warm natural light, a well-appointed kitchen, and cozy
Sandy Cuevas WEICHERT REALTORS
Homes for Sale
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$759,900
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 14 Fox Run
- New 8 days ago
Lovely Tudor Style Colonial in a great neighborhood, great location on a quiet cul de sac street. Beautiful custom covered front entry welcomes you as you approach the home, classy touches throughout, great outdoor space with large deck and pavillion, gorgeous hardwood floors, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, center island plus entertaining / breakfast bar, great layout, full
Keith BochnerCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY(862) 288-7692 -
$575,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2308 Middlefield Ct
- New 13 days ago
Welcome Home! This delightful end unit townhome offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, nestled against a backdrop of tranquil woods. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a light and bright interior that exudes warmth and charm. This well-maintained home features three spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with its ensuite bathroom which
Jennifer TaylorCOMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC(862) 972-3629 -
$549,999
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 102 E Shore Rd
- New 2 days ago
Escape to your own private retreat with this charming lake-style single-family home offering the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features a total of 5 spacious rooms, ideal for relaxed living and effortless entertaining. Step inside to find an open-concept living area with warm natural light, a well-appointed kitchen, and cozy
Sandy Cuevas WEICHERT REALTORS
Homes for Rent
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$4,400 per month
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 88 E Shore Rd
- Denville, NJ
Beautiful Lakefront w/full views of Indian Lake from the front and of Indian Spring lake from the back. Sit on your private covered backyard stone patio overlooking the lake. Sunset view from your front yard. Open floor plan. Newly renovated entire home 6 years ago. Stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops in kitchen and baths. Large family room would make a nice 1st floor master bedroom.
Jennifer TaylorCOMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC(862) 972-4480 -
$2,950 - $3,475 per month
- Estling Village
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1,068+ Sq Ft
- 30 Estling Lake Rd
- Denville, NJ
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$3,250 per month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 122 Lakewood Dr
- Denville, NJ
Welcome to this charming 3 bed, 2 bath house in Lake Arrowhead. Enjoy lakefront living with your own private dock space. Enter the front door to a large living room with wall to wall windows facing the lake including an extra den/office space and full bath. The large galley kitchen offers eating space in front of the large bay window and access to an expansive deck for additional outdoor living
David Neu KELLER WILLIAMS METROPOLITAN
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Denville Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
17,947
Median Age
46
Population Density
22 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$150,863
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$169,189
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
58.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
11
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
