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Westminster

Westminster

Neighborhood in Hillside, New Jersey

Union County 07083, 07205, 07208

$570,225 Average Value
$320 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

A quiet residential neighborhood, Westminster nonetheless has history

Westminster is uniquely located between the placid suburban setting of Hillside Township and the more active Downtown Elizabeth. But even though it’s separated from Hillside by a set of train tracks, it still shares local baseball lore: the Hillside Historical Society on Conant Street contains the Phil Rizzuto and All Sports Museum, which honors the Hall of Fame shortstop who lived in the area. On the neighborhood’s west end, Kean University and Elizabeth River Park create a bit of a college town vibe, but this neighborhood is still primarily a suburb. “Westminster is largely a residential area,” says Rosmena DeSa, realtor with RE/MAX New Millennium. “It also contains a lot of synagogues, so it’s often been a popular choice for the Jewish community.” While nods to the neighborhood’s Colonial-era heritage are observable in traditional housing styles, the Newark Liberty International Airport is about four miles east, giving a modern appeal to Westminster.

Colonials give a traditional look to the streets

“There’s a historic look to the homes in Westminster,” says Sagrario Javier, a realtor with EXP Realty. Colonial style homes from the 1910s and 1920s are prevalent – reminders of when Westminster began to boom as a suburb. These tend to have three bedrooms and hover around the $500,000 mark. Light blue vinyl siding is popular, but one might also encounter cedar shingle siding for a more rustic look. Landscaping focuses on the ornamental, with small shrubs, hedges and bushes. While these single-owner properties are detached, there can be a row home quality to many streets, as the homes are placed close together without a side yard. “Some of the houses in Westminster can be on the more expensive side, compared to nearby neighborhoods,” DeSa says. For example, in the $600,000 to $700,000 range there are homes that have driveways, detached garages and a front lawn. Westminster’s crime score is 4 out of 10 on the CAP index.

Elizabeth River Park offers views and fun

Elizabeth River Park is not only the largest outdoor recreation spot in Westminster, but a defining feature of the surrounding area, stretching up into Hillside Township. Realtor Corey Jones with Coldwell Banker says the park is filled with amenities. “Beside the basketball court is an open field, and there’s also a baseball field just beyond that, and a playground with a cushiony surface,” he says. “Likewise, a portion of the walking trail has that same material so that it doesn’t have the same impact on your knees and joints.” As the park’s name suggests, there are also scenic views of the river.

Hillside High students can take classes at Kean University

Kids can attend pre-k to 1st grade at Saybrook Elementary, rated B-minus by Niche. George Washington Elementary earns a C and covers 2nd through 6th grade. Krumbiegel Middle, which is for 7th and 8th grade students, receives as C-minus. Hillside High has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and is rated C-plus. Kean University fills out the neighborhood’s west end, so select high school students can earn college credits and participate in internships through the Kean Scholar Academy.

Buses along Morris Avenue and North Avenue

Many homes in Westminster are fronted by sidewalks, so there’s a pedestrian friendly aspect to the neighborhood. North Avenue is one of the main thoroughfares, especially as it connects with Kean University, and residents can travel along it by bus if preferred. Morris Avenue intersects with North Avenue, and it too offers bus lines as well as quick way to reach Union Township. Westminster is less than a fifteen-minute drive away from Newark Liberty International Airport and the 22-mile trek to Manhattan can be completed in around an hour.

A dining scene with international flair, plus casual eateries

There’s an international flair to Westminster’s dining scene. Hillside Kitchen feels like a cozy neighborhood institution, located on a corner in front of colonial homes. This is a popular spot chosen for its broad menu of Chinese American classics. For sweet and savory baked goods, including ham and cheese sandwiches, the Del Uruguay Bakery offers a taste of South American cuisine. For an upscale dining experience, there’s Hollywood Blue Ribbon, where steak and seafood are served in a ballroom setting. Casual eateries get attention, too, like Comet Pizza: everything from specialty slices to cold sandwiches are available, and long booths are amenable to large parties.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Kelly Arthur

    Kelly Arthur

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (908) 738-9307

    47 Total Sales

    2 in Westminster

    $260K - $405K Price Range

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  • Tamayo Oppenheimer

    Tamayo Oppenheimer

    SILVER AND OAK REALTY LLC

    (973) 284-7344

    142 Total Sales

    1 in Westminster

    $685,000 Price

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  • Albertina Goncalves

    Albertina Goncalves

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    RE/MAX IN ACTION

    (908) 965-8901

    38 Total Sales

    3 in Westminster

    $220K - $480K Price Range

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  • Lorraine Colavito

    Lorraine Colavito

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    KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS

    (848) 271-5043

    41 Total Sales

    1 in Westminster

    $215,000 Price

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  • Mark Slade

    Mark Slade

    KELLER WILLIAMS MID-TOWN DIRECT REALTY

    (844) 802-1554

    196 Total Sales

    1 in Westminster

    $520,000 Price

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  • Terri Gilliard Lane

    Terri Gilliard Lane

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    KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTORS

    (973) 370-9309

    37 Total Sales

    1 in Westminster

    $279,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Newark Liberty International

13 min drive

Bus

North Ave & Westminster Ave

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Morris Ave & North Ave

Bus

N Broad St & Ridgeway Ave

Bus

North Broad St & Dewitt Rd

Bus

N Broad St & North Ave

Bus

N Broad St & Hurden St

Bus

North Ave & Irvington Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Westminster US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Westminster Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Westminster, Hillside sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westminster, Hillside over the last 12 months is $490,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$500,000
Median Sale Price
$490,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$520,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$507,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$307,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$320

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
722
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1929
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,160
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,214
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,077
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
11,650
Median Age
37
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$84,316
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,636

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.9%
Advanced Degrees
11.1%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
16''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

29 / 100
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