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Glen Gardner offers rural serenity near recreation areas
Glen Gardner is a rural Hunterdon County borough known for its natural beauty, convenient location and access to outdoor recreation. Homes from the 18th and 19th centuries line the picturesque Main Street, and the Spruce Run Recreation Area — popular for its reservoir — is nearby. Farms and forests sit just outside the community, which is less than 10 minutes from Clinton and Interstate 78. “It’s rural, but it's close to state Route 31 and I-78, so it’s central to a lot of different areas,” says Amy Sova, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach who’s sold homes in the area for over 10 years. “There’s a little bit less traffic, and you get more space and better property values for your money.”
Glen Gardner is a peaceful borough with scenic views and access to nearby parks and trails.
Natural beauty and outdoor access define Glen Gardner, a rural Hunterdon borough.
Natural areas for outdoor recreation and a haunted museum nearby
The centrally located Veteran’s Memorial Park on Main Street has a playground, basketball court and baseball field. Nearby, the nearly 1,300-acre Spruce Run Recreation Area’s reservoir is one of the area’s biggest draws for boating and fishing, plus it’s surrounded by hiking trails through maple and pine forests. The 170-acre Union Furnace Preserve also has hiking and is open for deer hunting in fall and winter.
In Clinton, the Red Mill Museum Village documents the area’s agricultural history and is rumored to be haunted. Each October, the museum hosts the popular Haunted Red Mill fundraiser, which transforms the museum into a haunted house with jump scares, creepy decorations and a haunted hayride.
Veterans Memorial Park features multiple play structures for kids to enjoy active fun.
Spruce Run’s open fields and trails are perfect for walking, birdwatching, and outdoor fun.
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Homes with colonial architecture and a condo community
Some of Glen Gardner’s colonial homes were built in the 1700s and 1800s. These typically sit close to the hilly roads near Main Street, while others sit on up to 10 acres of farmland. Prices usually range from $175,000 to $700,000, depending on size and condition. Ranch-style and colonials built between the mid-1900s and early 2000s either sit in suburban subdivisions or far from neighbors on up to 20 acres. Prices can range from around $350,000 to $1 million, depending on size and acreage. Near Route 31, one- to three-bedroom townhouse-style condos in the Spruce Hills subdivision can cost between $200,000 and $300,000, and many of these units are also available to rent.
This Glen Gardner home features a steep roofline, double porch, and a long driveway up the hill.
This raised ranch-style home in Glen Gardner features a spacious layout and elevated design.
This historic Glen Gardner home showcases colonial-era charm with a wide porch and timeless details.
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Kids can choose between two A-rated high schools
Kids can start school at Clinton Public School, which earns a B-plus from Niche and serves pre-kindergarten through Grade 8. For high school, kids can choose between North Hunterdon High and Voorhees High. North Hunterdon High earns an A and has over 60 student clubs, including Mock Trial and the Ski and Snowboard Club. Voorhees High earns an A-minus and has several musical ensembles, including a jazz group and a show choir.
Clinton Public School has a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1 and an overall Niche score of B plus.
North Hunterdon High School has an overall Niche grade of A and is known for academic excellence.
Voorhees High School serves around 700 students in grades 9–12.
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A car-reliant community about an hour from New York
State Route 31 leads 5 miles to the nearby towns of Washington and Clinton. Interstate 78 is also 5 miles away, leading about 58 miles to New York City, a drive that takes just over an hour. New Jersey Transit’s High Bridge station, 4 miles away, has train service to New York, a trip that takes just under two hours. Hunterdon Medical Center is 14 miles away, and Newark Liberty International Airport is a 47-mile trip.
Local restaurants nearby, with more options in Clinton and Flemington
The Inn at Glen Gardner is one of the few places to eat in the community. The inn has stood here since 1760, and its restaurant embraces a rustic atmosphere while serving upscale American cuisine. Hot Rod’s Hot Dogs is a more casual option, with counter service and outdoor picnic tables. “Clinton and Flemington are the closest areas for shopping,” Sova says. “Clinton has a walkable downtown with lots of shops and restaurants, and in the summer they do outdoor live music.” Grocery stores here include ShopRite and Basil Bandwagon Natural Market. For big-box retailers like Costco Wholesale and Walmart, Flemington is a 15-mile drive
The Inn at Glen Gardner has welcomed guests since 1760 with its cozy charm and American fare.
Hot Rod’s Hot Dogs dishes out fast, feel-good food in Glen Gardner.
ShopRite in Clinton near Glen Gardner provides convenient grocery shopping for local residents.
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Flood risk near Spruce Run
Homes near Spruce Run, a stream that runs near Main Street and Bell Avenue, are at a high risk for flooding. Some are in a FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Area, where homeowners might have to buy flood insurance and get special permits for construction projects.
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On average, homes in Glen Gardner, NJ sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Gardner, NJ over the last 12 months is $530,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Discover an unparalleled blend of historic grandeur and modern luxury at Double G Farm, a 62+ acre estate rooted in 1850 history. The centerpiece is a museum-quality 1800s barn forming the great room, original beams & panels extend three stories high with a masterful expansion of over 13,000 sq ft that mimics the original stone bank barn's architecture. Exquisite craftsmanship, authentic wood
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