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Natural beauty just outside of urban excitement
Flanked by the Passaic River and the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, the township of Long Hill is a blend of urban access and suburban serenity. Long Hill is split into three communities, each with its own train station and personality. Sitting around 20 miles from Newark and just an hour-long train ride from New York City, Long Hill allows for an escape from the busyness of its neighbors at the end of the day. “This is the kind of place where kids grow up, leave, and then come back to a few years later,” says Theresa Filippone, real estate agent with Coldwell Banker and longtime resident of the area. “It’s charm really grabs a hold of people.”
Main Street in Long Hill, NJ, has a classic American small-town feel.
Families enjoy the carnival rides at Stirling's Annual Street Fair in Long Hill, NJ.
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High demand, low stock
Homes in Long Hill, regardless of which of the three communities is in question, reflect an old-school, historic character. Colonials and ranch styles are most common, with traditional styles making up nearly all the inventory. “Long Hill is very sought-after,” says Filippone. “The problem is, the inventory just doesn’t match the interest – people hold on to their homes here.” Ranch style builds typically start at around $425,000, while prices for large custom builds or homes built before the 20th century can reach as high as $1.2 million. Thanks to the more spread-out nature of Long Hill, homebuyers can expect large yards, driveways and even garages.
A beautifully maintained Victorian-style home in Long Hill, NJ.
Many Long Hill, NJ homes were constructed over 50 years ago.
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The Stirling Hotel and Stirling Tavern are two local favorites
Locals getting off the train at Stirling Station can take a short walk to the Stirling Hotel for smoked brisket and craft brews. The restaurant, which features an outdoor beer garden, is a staple of the community – along with the Stirling Tavern. 12 Islands Greek Taverna offers up authentic Greek fare, while the O’Bagel Balgelry and Deli has classic New Jersey bagels. Residents looking to restock the pantry can do so at ShopRite, while retail options include TJ Maxx and HomeGoods. For more retail therapy, nearby Bridgewater Mall sits a little less than 20 miles away.
The Stirling Hotel has been serving the Long Hill community for over 40 years.
Shoppers in the fresh fruit and vegetable section of ShopRite of Stirling in Long Hill, NJ.
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Learn to knit on Maker's Day
The Long Hill Township Library regularly puts on events for the community, with lessons in things like line dancing allowing the whole family to learn something new. Maker’s Day is an annual occasion that sees the area’s knitting community give lessons and lead workshops on the art of crafting with yarn, while Stirling Lake is home to regular community fishing tournaments.
High marks for Watchung Hills Regional High
Students can attend the Gillette School, unrated by Niche, for pre-kindergarten through first grade. Millington School teaches second through fifth grade and earns an A-minus. Central Middle School also earns an A-minus. Watchung Hills Regional High gets an A and is known for its performing arts programs.
Watchung Hills Regional High School, located in Warren, NJ, received an A+ overall Niche grade.
A war memorial outside of Central Middle School, Long Hill, NJ.
Millington Elementary School
provides education to the little residents in Long Hill, NJ.
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Learn about the areas birds at The Raptor Trust
At The Raptor Trust, visitors can admire the birds being rehabilitated and learn more about them through guided tours. In addition to the guided tours, the center is open 365 days a year for free, self-guided visits. Stirling Lake Park features a sand beach and an opportunity to cool off during the summer, while Matthew G. Kantor Memorial Park offers views of the Passaic River and a series of summer concerts. The Long Hill Township Library has over 72,000 books and a variety of fun, indoor programs.
An American Kestrel is hand-fed by a volunteer at The Raptor Trust in Long Hill, NJ.
Enjoy a friendly tennis match at Matthew G. Kantor Memorial Park in Long Hill.
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Plenty of train and highway access
Residents can easily walk to any of the three train stations in town, while I-287 means the Jersey Shore is roughly an hour away via car. Manhattan sits 35 miles away, making it a straightforward commute via Route 76 – though, as with everything in the area, traffic still depends on time of day.
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On average, homes in Long Hill, NJ sell after 120 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Long Hill, NJ over the last 12 months is $814,500, up 54% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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