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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Olga Tsiavos
Olga Tsiavos
RE/MAX SELECT - Rockaway
(973) 490-4546
121 Total Sales
4 in East Hanover
$605K - $875K Price Range
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Seema Wu
Seema Wu
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(862) 465-8804
45 Total Sales
2 in East Hanover
$747K - $1M Price Range
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Armene Abbattista
Armene Abbattista
Keller Williams Prosperity Realty
(862) 881-4487
122 Total Sales
3 in East Hanover
$538K - $920K Price Range
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Angel Nolan
Angel Nolan
Weichert Realtors, Montclair
(973) 490-4069
46 Total Sales
1 in East Hanover
$560,000 Price
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Alfie Tolli Jr.
Alfie Tolli Jr.
Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair
(973) 833-5422
36 Total Sales
1 in East Hanover
$475,000 Price
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Joseph Scotto
Joseph Scotto
Century 21 Cedarcrest Realty, Inc.
(973) 381-1387
137 Total Sales
1 in East Hanover
$750,000 Price
Schools
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- 3rd to 5th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Lurker Park
East Hanover Housing Trends
On average, homes in East Hanover, NJ sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in East Hanover, NJ over the last 12 months is $930,000, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$890,470
Median Sale Price
$930,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$920,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,022,290
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$497,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
115
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$405
Area Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,264
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
1977
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,025
Significantly above the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,549
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Open Houses
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Saturday, Sep 13Open Sun 1PM - 4PM
$1,249,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 6 Coventry Ct
- New 4 days ago
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, the gracious entry with dramatic cathedral ceilings sets the tone for this 4BR, 4.5BA custom home. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, a large island and a spacious dining area with gas fireplace. The kitchen is open to the great room, which showcases soaring windows, a second gas fireplace and sliders that lead to the expansive
DONNA L. TEDESCO WEICHERT REALTORS
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Sunday, Sep 14Open Sun 2PM - 4PM
$1,121,121
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,270 Sq Ft
- 9 Heather Dr
- New 4 days ago
Here is your chance to move into THE location - Brick front Colonial on a quiet Cul de sac backing to Pinch brook Golf course. Longtime owners are looking for the buyer to love & cherish this home like they did. Set back majestically on a great landscaped lot this bright sunlit home welcomes you with a Pella double door to a huge foyer flanked by formal living & dining rooms with hardwood
Triveni Gurikar RE/MAX NEIGHBORHOOD PROPERTIES
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Saturday, Sep 13Open Sun 12PM - 3PM
$1,375,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 21,838 Sq Ft
- 54 Grove Ave
- New 5 days ago
Welcome to this unique 2006 custom built Bi-level on a dead end street offering approximately 4,600sq.ft of luxurious living space. The first Level features a primary suite with vaulted ceiling, custom closets, double sink vanity, shower and jetted tub. 1st level offers an open floor plan highlighted by a gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, island, butler's pantry, built-in espresso
Catarina Duarte KELLER WILLIAMS PARK VIEWS
Homes for Sale
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$1,249,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 6 Coventry Ct
- New 4 days ago
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, the gracious entry with dramatic cathedral ceilings sets the tone for this 4BR, 4.5BA custom home. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, a large island and a spacious dining area with gas fireplace. The kitchen is open to the great room, which showcases soaring windows, a second gas fireplace and sliders that lead to the expansive
DONNA L. TEDESCO WEICHERT REALTORS
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$1,121,121
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,270 Sq Ft
- 9 Heather Dr
- New 4 days ago
Here is your chance to move into THE location - Brick front Colonial on a quiet Cul de sac backing to Pinch brook Golf course. Longtime owners are looking for the buyer to love & cherish this home like they did. Set back majestically on a great landscaped lot this bright sunlit home welcomes you with a Pella double door to a huge foyer flanked by formal living & dining rooms with hardwood
Triveni Gurikar RE/MAX NEIGHBORHOOD PROPERTIES
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$1,375,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 21,838 Sq Ft
- 54 Grove Ave
- New 5 days ago
Welcome to this unique 2006 custom built Bi-level on a dead end street offering approximately 4,600sq.ft of luxurious living space. The first Level features a primary suite with vaulted ceiling, custom closets, double sink vanity, shower and jetted tub. 1st level offers an open floor plan highlighted by a gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, island, butler's pantry, built-in espresso
Catarina Duarte KELLER WILLIAMS PARK VIEWS
Homes for Rent
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$3,314 - $3,750 per month
- Valley View Park East Hanover
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 714+ Sq Ft
- 6000 Morris Place
- East Hanover, NJ
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$3,500 per month
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 61 Troy Rd
- East Hanover, NJ
Immaculate two story colonial with open floor plan. Home has beautifully updated eat in kitchen with over 4' x 5' peninsula for added counter and dining space as well a stainless steel appliances. Large primary suite with walk in closet, oversized tub and stall shower. Two additional bedrooms as well as second floor sitting area, office space or play area. Oversized 24' x 24' heated garage
CAROL SULLIVAN WEICHERT REALTORS
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$3,035 - $7,364 per month
- Livana East Hanover
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 799+ Sq Ft
- 72 Eagle Rock Ave
- East Hanover, NJ
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
East Hanover Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,840
Median Age
49
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$130,638
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,155
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
College Graduates
50.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
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®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42
/ 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.
