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Roseland

Roseland

Suburban Neighborhood in New Jersey

Essex County 07068

$879,306 Average Value
$374 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Picturesque homes in a booming business community

Some people say that Roseland is the jam – literally. The well-known jam company Polaner has kept roots here since the mid-20th century, making Roseland part of the original American Dream. Other manufacturers that are household names make their home in Roseland, like B&G foods, producer of the popular Pirate’s Booty popcorn snack. Add this to picturesque housing styles and a well-regarded public schools, and it’s easy to see why people say this area has a small-town feel. “I find homebuyers are attracted to Roseland due to the comparatively lower property taxes,” says Realtor Katherine Adcock with Weichert Realtors. Turns out, having all these brand names in their backyard is a boon for local residents. “The reason for lower rates here is because there’s a lot of office space in town, so those buildings pay a good amount of tax, which offsets the rate for the residential homes,” says Daniel Buschbaum, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway who has family in the neighborhood.

Midcentury styles starting at $600,000

Well-kept midcentury homes boost the sense that you’re in a neighborhood based on stability. But with sidewalks, fenced yards, mature shade trees and attached garages, this is certainly a comfortable version of suburbia. Prices for split-level homes start at $600,000. Renovated midcentury homes pop up, once homebuyers expand their search into the low $700,000s. For example, they can look for Cape Cods from the 1950s with remodeled kitchens and modern amenities like heated floors. At more than a quarter acre, lot sizes tend to be relatively large. All residential streets in Roseland are interwoven with parks, schools and small businesses, giving a tight-knit feel to the neighborhood. “Roseland is all over the map in the kinds of housing that it offers,” says Adcock. “Small homes, big homes, luxury homes.” Those luxury properties do tip the scale, in some respects. “You will see million-dollar homes here, and a good chunk of people choose to live in townhouses, some of which are upscale,” says Buschbaum. “There’s a new townhouse complex being built on Harrison Avenue, and people know Roseland Green as the premier complex in Roseland.” But generally, prices range from $600,000 to $800,000.

Clubs, activities at West Essex High

Lester C. Noecker School enrolls over 450 students in kindergarten through sixth grade, a small enough student population to keep it focused on an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio. The school receives an A-plus in the teachers category and an A overall from Niche. West Essex Middle, which has a student-teacher ratio of 10-to-1, scores an A-minus in the academics category and an A-minus overall. West Essex High has over 1,000 students on its sprawling campus and earns an A and is noted for its clubs and activities, including a wrestling team and marching band known for winning championships. Residents also have close access to the Roseland Free Public Library, which is touted by locals for staying open until 8 p.m. most days of the week.

Riker Hill Art Park

The sheer diversity of parks is what ties a lot of Roseland together. The size of each varies, and they’re spread across the neighborhood. Riker Hill Art Park on the west end is one of the most memorable: eclectic modern sculptures dot a space that was once occupied by a former army base. Attached is Becker Park, a rambling 150-acre space that’s still largely undeveloped from its dairy farm days. In contrast, the east end’s Harrison Field and Complex, situated next to the public library, is a bright and open space devoted to athletic facilities.

Shopping and dining in Roseland

Thanks to Interstate 280, which runs through the middle of Roseland, it’s convenient to reach any of the local parks or other destinations, like the Essex Green Shopping Center, which has a Shop Rite grocery store. Residents can merge onto the Eisenhower Parkway to find conveniences like Walgreens and prime dining spots like the Greek-inspired Lithos, and Stella, a classic Italian restaurant. “Fairchilds Marketplace is a neighborhood institution,” says Buschbaum, speaking of the prominent brick building on Eagle Rock Avenue, with rustic décor inside. “It’s a deli, it sells sandwiches and it’s been here since 1928. So people can go there and have a nice family dinner, or pick up meats, cheeses and wines. It’s kind of like a general store.” Besides that, there’s not really a town center in Roseland for a lot of walking around town for shopping and dining. “People will go to Bloomfield Avenue in neighboring Caldwell for that kind of environment,” Buschbaum continues. “In fact, despite that strip along Bloomfield, people will probably find a lot of similarities between Caldwell and Roseland.”

Commuting to Newark, NYC on I-280

Interstate 280 runs east-west through the neighborhood, helping people to make the 12-mile drive to downtown Newark in about 20 minutes, while it’s more of a 50-minute drive to Manhattan. But while there are many residents who work in the city, Buschbaum describes Roseland as being more rooted, and not strictly a commuter community. Buses along Roseland Avenue, Eagle Rock Avenue and Livingston Avenue assist in getting around locally.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Newark Liberty International

26 min drive

Bus

Prudential Campus

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Prudential Dr & Schering Entrance

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Roseland Ave & Belaire Dr#

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North Livingston Ave & Becker Farm Rd

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North Livingston Ave & Prudential Rd

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Roseland Ave & Harrison Ave#

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Eagle Rock Ave & Roseland Ave#

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Roseland US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$800,000
Median Single Family Price
$830,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$650,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$374
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
94
Months of Supply
1.40
Median List Price
$799,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
720
Median Year Built
1994
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
6,039
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,196
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
803
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

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  • Saturday, May 3
    1 - 3pm

    3 Rutgers Ct, Roseland, NJ 07068

    $898,888

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3 Rutgers Ct
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to this meticulously updated 2350+ sq ft split level home situated on a Cul-de-sac in one of the most sought after towns in Essex county. The brand new imported double entry door leads into your foyer with Porcelain tiles, leading to your family room, powered room, formal dining room and a gorgeous kitchen with granite counters and island,soft close cabinets and stainless steel appliances

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    Fernando Leyva
    REAL
    (201) 212-6661
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  • Thursday, May 1
    11am - 1pm

    16 Condit Ct, Roseland, NJ 07068

    $879,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 16 Condit Ct
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to 16 Condit Ct a beautifully updated 3-bed, 3-bath bi-level home on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Roseland! This move-in ready gem features an open-concept layout with hardwood floors, a gourmet renovated kitchen, and a luxurious primary suite with attached full bath and massive walk-in closet. Downstairs, enjoy a spacious family room, full bath, and direct walkout access

    ALFRED J. TOLLI JR. COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,333
Median Age
49
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$143,932
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$173,226

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.6%
College Graduates
64.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

36 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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