The township of East Hanover is a small suburban enclave bordered by Interstate 280 to the north, and the Troy Meadows wetlands, a large freshwater marsh, to the west. At 25 miles from New York City, East Hanover has proven to be an attractive area for corporate offices like Novartis and those looking for large residential homes. "Nobody wants to leave East Hanover once you're here," says Gloria LaForgia, a sales agent for Weichert Realtors and team lead of the Gloria LaForgia Real Estate Team who has lived in East Hanover since 1988. "It's a very family-oriented area. Whoever moves here stays a long time."
East Hanover
Located in Morris County
Variety of housing styles, but low inventory
While housing styles offer some variety, inventory in general in East Hanover is scarce. In the older section of the neighborhood split-level, bi-level and ranch-style homes can be found, and newer residential streets are dotted with colonials. A smaller 1950s-era ranch house can cost $700,000. Larger colonial or split-level homes can run $750,000 to $820,000. Brand new homes can go for more than $1 million. A few townhouses, such as those near the Pinch Brook Golf Course, can be found in the $700,000 range.
Restaurants along Route 10, plus Costco and Hope Depot
Numerous restaurants can be found along Route 10. The family-owned East Hanover Diner serves classic diner dishes, Greek specialties and house-made pastries and cakes. Office workers can find Thai and Japanese cuisine alongside The Godfather Brick Oven Pizzeria & Seafood Bar & Grill as popular lunch spots. East Hanover Plaza serves as a large central shopping area with Target, REI, Home Depot, Costco and other retail stores. Groceries can be found nearby at ALDI supermarket.
Annual events including the May carnival
Joseph G. Lurker Park is the community's gathering spot. "There are a lot of activities for families during the year," LaForgia says. The park hosts summer concerts, a Memorial Day parade, East Hanover Day and a trunk or treat for Halloween. The annual May carnival features numerous rides as well as festival food classics like funnel cakes and fried Oreos.
Lurker Park plus Troy Meadows wetlands
Lurker Park has baseball fields and a walking path, and sits next to the East Hanover Township Pool. Further west, Troy Meadows is a 2600-acre preserve that allows for hiking, bird-watching and wildlife spotting. Numerous streams, including the Whippany River run through the wetlands.
Schools with strong academics and athletics
Students can attend Central Elementary, which has an A minus rating from Niche, for pre-K and grades three through five. For kindergarten through second grade, Frank J. Smith Elementary School has a B plus rating from Niche, and a student-teacher ratio of 11 to one. East Hanover Middle School offers arts and athletics programs and earns an A minus from Niche. Hanover Park High School is rated one of the top 25% best high schools for athletes in New Jersey, with an A minus rating from Niche. It’s been recognized for the number of students taking AP exams.
Major roads, plus bus connections
Major roads are very accessible to drivers, with Interstate 280 running along the neighborhood’s northern edge. Buses offer service along Route 10, with trains connecting to Manhattan from Orange, New Jersey. From East Hanover, Newark Liberty International Airport is about 20 miles away.


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, an experienced agent in this area.Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Lattimer
Responds QuicklyLattimer Realty
(862) 217-5534
180 Total Sales
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$428,000 Price
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Michael Del Cioppo
Realty One Group Next Door
(908) 836-7682
178 Total Sales
1
$930,000 Price
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Olga Tsiavos
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX SELECT - Rockaway
(973) 490-4546
124 Total Sales
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$605K - $875K Price Range
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Seema Wu
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(862) 465-8804
42 Total Sales
1
$747,000 Price
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Armene Abbattista
Keller Williams Prosperity Realty
(862) 881-4487
121 Total Sales
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$538K - $920K Price Range
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Angel Nolan
Weichert Realtors, Montclair
(973) 490-4069
46 Total Sales
1
$560,000 Price
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East Hanover Housing Trends
On average, homes in East Hanover, NJ sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Hanover, NJ over the last 12 months is $1,300,000, up 68% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Open Houses
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$1,250,000
- 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 27 Hanover Rd
- New 5 days ago
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own one of the LARGEST AND MOST VERSATILE PARCELS IN EAST HANOVER. Set on 1.77 acres, the expansive property features a spacious 5 bedroom, 4.1 bathroom home offering approximately 3600 sq ft of living space. Highlights include three fireplaces, a 3 car detached garage/carriage house, (ideal for a home office, studio, or guest space) and an additional outdoor
GLORIA LA FORGIA WEICHERT REALTORS CORP HQ
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$515,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 15 Donna Dr
- New 7 days ago
Perfection in East Hanover! Excellent location! Move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the desirable Hanover Park community. This first-floor unit backs to park-like property, offering rare privacy and space for outdoor enjoyment. Features include a bright, spacious living room with sliders to a private balcony, formal dining room, and a stylish eat-in kitchen perfect for entertaining. The
CAITLIN HAGGERTY EXP REALTY, LLC
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$789,000
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 10 Ridgedale Ave W
- New 14 days ago
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a charming two-family home on an oversized corner lot, and cul-de-sac road in East Hanover, NJ complete with a detached three-car garage plus a separate apartment. Same owner for over 40 years, the main home has been recently updated and features three spacious bedrooms, two full baths, gleaming hardwood floors, a modern kitchen with new stainless steel
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