Essex Fells NJ Real Estate & Information

Essex County incorporated Essex Fells as a borough in 1902. Since then the small community of just over 2,000 has thrived due to its comfortable living, prime real estate and quality school system. Essex Fells is a place with its own identity, but is not far from large metropolitan areas of New Jersey and New York, allowing its residents access to even greater opportunities in their careers and their lives. In 2008, New Jersey Monthly recognized Essex Fells for its quality of living and ranked it the 10th Best Place to Live in New Jersey.

Shopping and Dining
New York City’s world-famous shopping spots and five-star restaurants are just down the road from Essex Fells, but for those who wish to stay in familiar surroundings, adjoining Caldwell is the ticket.  Exceptional shopping and dining are just minutes away in the Caldwells, with dozens of locally owned stores along Bloomfield Avenue and several national chains and malls within easy reach.  Favorite eateries include Forte Pizzaria, the Cloverleaf Tavern, and Calandra's Italian Village.  A vast selection of thriving local businesses ensure that Essex Fells residents can satisfy their hunger, nab everything on the shopping list and even see a show at the Clearview Caldwell Cinema, within a short walk or drive from their homes.

Parks and Recreation
Being only minutes away from the excitement of New York City allows for an endless amount of recreational activities, but Essex Fells has fun of its own. Grover Cleveland Park, the seventh largest park in Essex County, is located in Essex Fells. The park covers almost 42 acres of land, providing plenty of space for games and activities that the whole family will enjoy, including tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, horseshoe pitches, a wading pool, a playground and more. Residents of Essex Fells can also enjoy a sunny day of golfing at Essex Fells Country Club, which besides boasting 18 distinct and challenging golf holes, has a restaurant and pool.

Living
Essex Fells real estate is desirable for several reasons, one of the most important being its close proximity to New York City. Essex Fells is a short drive from the Big Apple and all its attractions and landmarks, but is in itself, a peaceful close-knit community of just over 2,000. Residents can enjoy the privacy and quaint family-friendly atmosphere that Essex Fells provides, while enjoying easy access to NYC. Many of the Essex Fells homes for sale were custom built, each being unique, with many examples of outstanding craftsmanship. Owning Essex Fells real estate allows you to be an integral part of an affluent and influential community in a great part of the country.

Schools, Health, Transportation
Essex Fells has its own school district and school that educates children K-6. Students receive an enormous amount of individual attention, as the student to teacher ratio is under 10-1, which means a stellar education is standard at Essex Fells School. The schools of the West Essex Regional District serve the high school students of Essex Fells and they each have excellent reputations for academics as well.

Some of the most respected and nationally renowned hospitals are only a short drive from Essex Fells. Beth Israel Medical Center and St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital are both in nearby New York City. Both are non-profit acute care facilities that provide emergency services and exemplary patient care.

Transportation to the larger cities, such as New York City and Newark is made easy by convenient access to highways and U.S. Routes. Airline travelers won’t have to go far to get to an airport, as the Newark International Airport is only 11 miles from Essex Fells. Residents may never want to leave after enjoying the safe confines of the borough, but if they do their traveling time will be short and their trip smooth.