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Bloomfield offers a blend of suburban and city lifestyles near Newark
Bloomfield is a Newark suburb known for its growing downtown, suburban homes and convenient transit access to Newark and New York City. “In Bloomfield, we’re just really down-to-earth, everyday people, and we have a tight-knit community,” says Pina Pagliuca, a real estate agent with eXp Realty who’s lived in Bloomfield for over 20 years. “I would choose Bloomfield again if I could. There’s a lot of things for kids, so it attracts a lot of families, and for singles, we have a great downtown.” The northern half of Bloomfield has a mostly suburban feel, with single-family homes near parks and sports fields. The southern half is home to Bloomfield’s downtown, where apartments and condos are more common. The Garden State Parkway passes through the area, and commuter train stations and the Newark Light Rail offer convenient options for traveling 8 miles to Newark and 18 miles to New York City.
A well-maintained Tudor-style home in Bloomfield.
Aerial view of the shops on Broad Street in Bloomfield.
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Diverse housing options include single- and multi-family colonials
“In the real estate world, we're known as the new Montclair,” Pagliuca says. “We have the best of both worlds: We're right next door, and it’s a lot more affordable.” The median sale price here is around $590,000, higher than the national median of roughly $410,000 and lower than Montclair’s median of $1.3 million. Colonial, split-level and Cape Cod single-family homes here sit close together along sidewalk-lined streets, with space for a small yard and paved driveway. Houses in the park-like Brookdale and Oakview neighborhoods are shaded by mature trees, and Broughton Avenue ’s cul-de-sacs give it a suburban feel. Multi-family homes, townhouses and condos are more common in Bloomfield’s southern, more renter-friendly neighborhoods like Silver Lake. Some homes are at risk of flooding; homeowners should check flood maps to determine if they’ll have to buy flood insurance.
Various home types can be found in Bloomfield.
Colorful homes are common in Bloomfield.
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Public schools earn As and Bs
Kids can attend schools in the Bloomfield School District, which earns a B-plus from Niche. They can attend one of eight elementary schools, including the A-minus-rated Oak View Elementary, which is a 2008 National Blue Ribbon School. Kids then continue to the B-minus-rated Bloomfield Middle and the B-plus-rated Bloomfield High, where high schoolers can join over 50 clubs, including the Special String Ensemble, Chemistry Club and LitMag. Bloomfield College of Montclair State University is a four-year college here that’s known for its game design and nursing programs.
Oakview Elementary School provides the foundation for young learners.
Bloomfield Middle School prepares students for high school.
Bloomfield High School values each child's uniqueness and a positive educational environment.
Bloomfield College is a large part of the community in Bloomfield.
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Locally owned restaurants downtown and on Broad Street
Downtown Bloomfield is centered around the six points intersection near Watsessing Park. This walkable area features a variety of stores and locally owned restaurants, including classic diners like State Street Grill and contemporary hangouts like Varitage Brew Works. At the weekly Dinner Under the Stars event each summer, restaurants bring their tables outside where there’s live music. Party Under the Stars is a similar event that embraces al fresco dining but brings in a DJ for a more high-energy evening. More dining options are on Broad Street, including the longtime staple Gencarelli’s Bakery, which has served Italian desserts since 1975, and Holstein’s, where the final scene of The Sopranos was filmed. National retailers like Marshalls and Aldi are in Silver Lake, and grocery stores like ShopRite and East West Foodmart are found throughout the community.
Pizzanada is a great place to come to grab a slice in Bloomfield.
State Street Grill Diner in Bloomfield is where homey comfort meets delicious food.
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Area parks offer playgrounds, green spaces and events
The over 120-acre Brookdale Park is the largest in Bloomfield and features a playground, tennis courts and a dog park. The park’s rose garden and pollinator garden bloom throughout the summer, and the Bloomfield Archers club hosts weekly shoots and regular tournaments at the archery field. The Essex County Free Summer Music Series has regular free concerts in the park. Bloomfield’s annual Independence Day Celebration, which has fireworks and live music, takes place at Foley Field, a sports complex with football and soccer fields. “We have great sports in Bloomfield,” Pagliuca says. “Soccer is huge here.” The 36-mile Lenape Trail, which connects parks throughout Essex County, passes through Brookdale Park and Clark’s Pond, a 12-acre park surrounding a fishing pond. The 69-acre Watsessing Park is another popular community gathering space that’s known for its playground and spray park.
Brookdale Park provides peaceful green spaces ideal for small picnic gatherings.
Broughton Avenue provides a scenic view of Clark's Pond.
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Car and transit routes to Newark and New York City
The Garden State Parkway, a north-south route that spans the length of New Jersey, passes through Bloomfield. Drivers can take it to Interstate 280 or to state Route 3 to get to New York City, an 18-mile drive that can take over 40 minutes, depending on traffic. New Jersey Transit’s commuter train stops at the Bloomfield and Watsessing stations on its way to Penn Station in New York City, a trip that takes roughly 30 minutes. The Newark Light Rail’s Grove Street station has routes to downtown Newark, located about 8 miles away, that take about 20 minutes. NJ Transit buses stop throughout the community. Some of Bloomfield’s roads are bike-friendly, and sidewalks are common throughout the area. Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green and Brookdale Reformed Church have served the community since the late 1700s. Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center and Clara Maass Medical Center are within 2 miles, and Newark Liberty International Airport is a 14-mile trip.
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On average, homes in Bloomfield, NJ sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Bloomfield, NJ over the last 12 months is $605,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Renovated First floor unit . 2 bedrooms, full bath, kitchen, living room/ Dinning room . one free parking space . $50.00 for additional parking space. Close to bus stop, shopping and schools. Close to Garden state Parkway. Vacant and easy to show.
Welcome to 78 Hastings Ave in Nutley, NJ a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering modern comfort and move-in-ready convenience. This property features approximately $25,000 in recent upgrades, including brand-new flooring and stylish lighting throughout, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere. The home offers a functional layout with spacious living areas, well-sized bedrooms, and
Ideally located with convenient access to parks, shopping, dining and major highways. With some updating, this property presents an excellent opportunity to build equity and tailor the space to your personal style. It features a one-car garage and a generously sized driveway that accommodates multiple vehicles. A charming sunroom adds versatility, providing the ideal space for a bright home
Picturesque storybook colonial in Bloomfield on the Glen Ridge border! This lovingly maintained home welcomes you with a charming wraparound porch and timeless curb appeal. Step inside to a bright and spacious foyer that opens to a formal living room and dining room, highlighted by beautiful woodwork, pocket doors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The expanded eat-in kitchen features a coffee
Newer construction legal two-family home situated on a corner lot in Bloomfield offering approximately 3,654 square feet with a flexible multi-level layout. Unit 1 " First and Ground Floor Living Arrangement offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The ground level extended suite is connected internally to the first floor and provides additional finished living space including an entertainment
Welcome to this well maintained 2 family home in a great section of town. The first floor apartment has 2 bedrooms, Living room, Eat-in Kitchen, Full Bath and Enclosed Sun Porch. Upstairs is an additional two bedrooms, Living Room (2nd room), Eat-in Kitchen, and Full Bath. The semi finished basement is spacious with 3 rooms, including a finished family room, Half bath and separate side entrance.
Renovated First floor unit . 2 bedrooms, full bath, kitchen, living room/ Dinning room . one free parking space . $50.00 for additional parking space. Close to bus stop, shopping and schools. Close to Garden state Parkway. Vacant and easy to show.
Exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Bloomfield! This well-maintained multi-family home at 169 Walnut Street offers incredible potential for both investors and owner-occupants alike. Featuring spacious units with generous layouts, this property provides comfortable living spaces filled with natural light and functional floor plans designed for everyday convenience. Each unit offers
A unique opportunity to acquire an additional rear parcel being sold together with 129 Pake Street in Nutley, offering exceptional potential for future development, expansion, or new construction. This versatile offering provides multiple opportunities whether living in the home while planning future development, expanding the property footprint, or holding for long-term appreciation making it a
Welcome to 78 Hastings Ave in Nutley, NJ a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering modern comfort and move-in-ready convenience. This property features approximately $25,000 in recent upgrades, including brand-new flooring and stylish lighting throughout, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere. The home offers a functional layout with spacious living areas, well-sized bedrooms, and
Exceptional opportunity to purchase a charming single-family home together with a separate buildable lot located directly behind the property - a rare and valuable offering in this neighborhood. This unique package delivers both immediate livability and long-term development potential. The home features appealing living spaces, abundant natural light, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout.
Ideally located with convenient access to parks, shopping, dining and major highways. With some updating, this property presents an excellent opportunity to build equity and tailor the space to your personal style. It features a one-car garage and a generously sized driveway that accommodates multiple vehicles. A charming sunroom adds versatility, providing the ideal space for a bright home
Introducing 39 Vernon Terrace, a stunning Colonial perched along the border of Glen Ridge, offering a rare opportunity to own on one of Bloomfield's most coveted blocks. Widely considered one of the BEST locations in town. This beautifully maintained home blends timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates and designer finishes throughout. Every room is flooded with natural light, creating a
INVESTOR SPECIAL! 455 N 12th St is a large 3 unit property with parking, in a very desirable Newark neighborhood on the Bloomfield border, with tons of potential to become a rental income cash cow! Unit 1incudes living rm, eat in kitchen, front porch, 2 bedrooms, and full bath. The front porch area can potentially be converted to a 3rd br. Unit 2 has a large living room, 3 bedrooms, eat in
**Updated 3-Bedroom Apartment on the Second and Third Floors**This apartment boasts newly installed Pergo flooring throughout, freshly painted walls, and a fully equipped kitchen with all appliances included. The kitchen features granite countertops, window air conditioner, and convenient off-street parking. Additionally, the apartment is conveniently located near shops and restaurants..Laundry
The apartment is being renovated with hardwood floors throughout, fresh paint, high hats, and an eat-in kitchen with new appliances including a stove top, dishwasher, and refrigerator. It features a beautiful stone fireplace, formal dining room, laundry hook ups, large yard, and off-street parking. Conveniently located near major highways, transportation, shops, and restaurants, and best of
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 4BD / 1BA duplex apartment that perfectly blends space, style, and location. Thoughtfully redesigned with today's renter in mind, this home features a stunning modern kitchen equipped with Stainless Steel Appliances, sleek finishes, and a clean, contemporary design. Enjoy the everyday convenience of washer and dryer in-unit, off-street parking, and spacious
New Construction!!! This house features 2 bedroom withPossible third or office. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, new kitchen with stainless steel appliances included- Dishwasher, Microwave, refrigerator, washer dryer, 1.5 bath, high-hats throughout, plenty of closets space, freshly painted, central heating and air conditioning, deck, private yard, near resturants, walking distance to schools
Very nice studio apartment in a park-like setting with freshly refinished hardwood floors throughout and a fresh coat of paint. Features a galley kitchen with refrigerator, wall AC unit, hot water included, laundry room, parking available, and convenient access to transportation. Garage is additional if available!
Commuters Dream!!! This beautiful two bedroom with two baths offers hardwood floors throughout, high ceiling with lots of natural lighting, kitchen offers stainless steel appliances-stove ,microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, quartz countertop and back splash, reset lighting throughout, central heating and air, master bedroom with full bathroom, floor to ceiling tiles in both bathrooms, washer/
This fully renovated one-bedroom apartment is located on the second floor of a two-family house on Broughton Avenue in Bloomfield. The apartment has been transformed from top to bottom, featuring an inviting eat-in kitchen with new appliances and stunning quartz countertops. Laminate flooring has been newly installed throughout, and the interior has been freshly painted. The lighting has been
Beautiful new construction! This 2-bedroom unit offers the perfect mix of city living in a suburban setting. Enjoy abundant natural sunlight, high ceilings with recessed lighting, and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The open-concept layout includes a state-of-the-art kitchen with stainless steel appliances dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, and microwave plus quartz countertops and a tiled
Beautiful new construction with two bedrooms and two full baths, this apartment offers hardwood floors, 9 ft. ceilings with LED recessed lighting, central A/C, washer/dryer in-unit, and an open layout. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, tiled backsplash, quartz countertops, and the baths are fully tiled. Additional features include an
Cozy and comfortable! This 1-bedroom apartment offers an open living space, efficient kitchen, and plenty of natural light. Conveniently located near Bloomfield's shops, dining, parks, NJ Transit, and just minutes from the Garden State Parkway for easy travel.
Welcome home to Parkway Lofts in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Our prime location near the train station and Interstate 280 makes your everyday travels go smoothly. The best shopping, fine dining, and entertainment hot spots are all just a short drive away. If a prime location is high on your list, then you have come to the right place.
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