$1,839,279Average Value$728Average Price per Sq Ft33Homes For Sale
Suburb with small-town atmosphere
Summit is a sprawling commuter hub that’s 23 miles east of Manhattan, but with its charming locally owned businesses and abundant historic buildings, there’s a strong sense of living in a small-town atmosphere. Silk manufacturing brought this community into the modern age, and after World War II, suburbanization took off. Many recent residents have shown a tendency to work in finance, though the community also serves as headquarters for many tech companies, from biotech to telecommunication services. "Today, Summit is known for its nationally recognized schools, its beautiful, historic and vibrant downtown, and its lovely tree-lined streets that boast homes from all eras,” says Patricia Meola, president of the Summit Historical Society's Board of Trustees. The CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10. The national average is 4.
Wide streets are tree-lined in the Summit, NJ, neighborhood.
Enjoy all the shops and restaurants downtown Summit has to offer.
1/2
Colonials, Craftsmans from $600,000
Prices in Summit can range from a $420,000 townhouse up to $1.5 million for large estates like a Victorian or even a newer modern traditional home with five or six bedrooms. Most homes, though, range from $600,000 to $800,000. Buyers can expect to see various types of colonials and Craftsman-style homes framed by neat yards and driveways, with a few older trees thrown in. "More likely than not, these homes have been renovated, but it's been done so in a way that the integrity of the home remains," says Emily Frisch, team leader of The Frisch Team at Re/Max Select of Morristown. "I think the community is what keeps people in Summit. It's incredibly diverse but also close-knit. The neighbors know each other.”
A New Traditional style-home situated in the quiet neighborhood of Summit, NJ.
Large Colonial-style homes offer plenty of room for a growing family in Summit, NJ.
1/2
Lacrosse at Summit Senior High
High-ranking public schools are a big draw to the area. Children can begin their education at Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School and Summit Middle School, both of which have an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Senior High School has an award-winning performing arts department and forensics team. Lacrosse is a popular sport in the area, and the school’s team has been ranked in the top 20 nationally – once tallying up 68 consecutive game victories. All of these public schools receive an A-plus from Niche. If families prefer private education, a few are within the Summit, including Kent Place School and Oratory Preparatory School.
Lincoln-Hubbard School is the top-rated elementary school in Summit, NJ.
Summit Senior High School received an A+ from Niche and is voted #23 best high school in NJ.
1/2
Briant Park, Summit Community Center
Summit has many parks that dot the east and south sides, making it easy to hop from one green space to another. Briant Park has diverse amenities across 30 acres: picnic areas, athletic fields, a trail and a pond that’s used for fishing in warm weather and ice skating in colder temperatures. Nearby, the Summit Community Center was renovated in 2019 and includes a lounge, meeting room, game room, small kitchen and two gyms. Union County Open Space & Recreation Park offers an entry point to the 2,000-acre Watchung Reservation, which is popular with hikers and horseback riders. For a more manicured environment, Canoe Brook Country Club is a private 36-hole club founded in 1901.
Summit Municipal Golf Course isn't a private club, anyone in Summit is welcome to come and play.
Aerial view of Summit Village Green and Mabie Memorial Playground in Summit, NJ.
1/2
Shopping and dining on Springfield Avenue
Springfield Avenue is downtown's main drag lined with eclectic eateries like Roots Steakhouse, Ani Ramen, coffee shops, a pizzeria and a brewery. There are also boutique shops to visit. "Scotti's Record Shop has been in town for what seems like forever and is a must-visit if you are a lover of vinyl records," Frisch says. “Stepping beyond Springfield Avenue, there’s Banderas Deli & Restaurant, an oft-overlooked breakfast spot that serves traditional Costa Rican breakfast.” History lives on at the Summit Diner, which is housed in a railroad car across from the downtown commuter station. Open since 1939, it’s said to be the oldest diner in the state. From late April to Thanksgiving, the Summit Farmers Market pops up on Deforest Avenue. Groceries can be grabbed on the east end, where a Shop Rite and a Kings Food Market are located near the Springfield Place shopping mall.
Roots Steakhouse in Summit, NJ received overwhelmingly positive reviews from Yelp.
A worker attends to the salad bar at Summit's popular deli and butcher, The Meat House.
1/2
Summit Opera House, Visual Arts Center
Summit has many historic community gathering places. Located on Springfield Avenue, the Dominican Monastery of Our Lady of the Rosary offers weekday and Sunday Mass. It was founded in 1919. Summit Opera House, built in the 1890s, still stands downtown and is a mixed-use building now with Winberie’s restaurant on the ground floor. The Summit Playhouse, a quaint stone Romanesque building from 1891, is one of America’s oldest continuously operating amateur theaters. The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is across from Summit Middle School, and has workshops for all ages as well as a summer art camp.
Commuting to NYC
Commuters have access to a pair of train stops: the downtown Summit station and the New Providence station on the west end. The former gets riders to New York City in 50 minutes — or 35 minutes for the express line. Route 24 and Interstate 78 on the north and east sides of Summit help with getting around the community and exploring the greater region. For those who prefer a bus, New Jersey Transit offers bus service to Newark. Lakeland Bus Lines offers another option for reaching Manhattan. The Newark Liberty International Airport is about 15 minutes away via I-78.
Written By
Hannah Rainey
Video By
Gabriel Miller
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Jesse Flowers,
an experienced agent in this area.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
On average, homes in Summit, NJ sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Summit, NJ over the last 12 months is $1,375,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This stunning new home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths. The sun-drenched first floor features an open-concept floor plan, fully equipped kitchen with Thermador appliances, that seamlessly flows into the family room. In addition, there is an office/bedroom and full bathroom.Upstairs, the primary suite offers a luxurious en-suite bath and a custom walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a
Luxury Living with Unmatched Views in Summit, NJ. Perched atop one of Summit's most coveted ridgelines, this newly renovated masterpiece offers breathtaking skyline views and refined living at its finest. This 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home blends modern luxury with timeless craftsmanship across every inch of its design. Step inside to discover a custom-built kitchen outfitted with premium Wolf
This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath shingle-style home, designed by Rosen, Kelly, Conway was custom-built from the foundation up in 2022 with every modern luxury. The chef's kitchen features custom white maple cabinetry, a center island, Viking 8-burner cooktop, double ovens, side-by-side fridge/freezer, Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers, Bosch dishwasher, and butler's pantry with sink, Sub-Zero wine &
Introducing the magnificent La Fetra Mansion, a stunning 10,000 sq ft Colonial masterpiece originally designed and built for industrialist H. A. LaFetra of the NJR Nabisco Company. This historic mansion features 9 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, and a detached three-car garage. With six gas fireplaces and a four-zone heating and central air system, comfort and luxury are guaranteed. Located in the most
This stunning new home offers 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths. The sun-drenched first floor features an open-concept floor plan, fully equipped kitchen with Thermador appliances, that seamlessly flows into the family room. In addition, there is an office/bedroom and full bathroom.Upstairs, the primary suite offers a luxurious en-suite bath and a custom walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a
Nestled in one of Short Hills' most coveted enclaves, 59 West Road is a timeless and distinguished residence blending architectural elegance with modern convenience across four beautifully finished levels. A gracious foyer sets the tone and opens into a sun-filled formal living room with fireplace, an elegant dining room and chef's kitchen featuring a breakfast nook and seamless flow to the
Lovely 3 bedroom 1 full bath 1 half bath home offering 3 levels of living space, a fenced yard, 1 car garage plus three additional off street parking spaces. The driveway entrance is on quiet South street. Zero carpet; refinished hardwood flooring plus tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. First floor with living room, dining room, kitchen (refrigerator, range, and microwave recently replaced), and
Welcome to this spacious and beautifully updated 2nd floor apartment. This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is perfect for anyone in need of extra space and ample storage. Inside, you'll find a renovated eat-in kitchen, a spacious full bathroom, a bright living room, a generous primary bedroom, and two additional bedrooms. Both the kitchen and bathroom feature sleek, modern finishes that elevate the
Amazing opportunity to live in this recently renovated 3 bedroom unit with central air, laundry in unit, everything on one level, and 2 parking spaces. In 2021 the entire unit was completely renovated, so you can enjoy your open concept kitchen with granite counters, your beautiful hardwood floors, all with central air (forget about window units!). No more taking your laundry to the basement, the
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
