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A rural setting near big city amenities
Boonton Township has gone through a few phases since it was settled in the 1860s. At one point, the township was a mining town and then, maybe more famously, the home of Aircraft Radio Corporation Airport, where Gen. James H. Doolittle and a team of engineers revolutionized airplane technology. Boonton Township has never lost its rural setting and forested views, which continue to be some of the reasons people move in.
“Boonton Township has a peaceful setting with rolling hills, great schools and a strong sense of community,” says Seema Wu, a Realtor at Keller Williams Metropolitan with over five years of real estate experience. The township should not be confused with the neighboring town of Boonton. “The township and the town are completely different. They have different school districts, different everything.” While there are reminders of Boonton Township’s age, like Rockaway Valley Methodist Church built in the 1840s, the area’s quiet atmosphere among the trees and easy access to nearby amenities will never go out of style.
Boonton Township has a peaceful setting with rolling hills, great schools and a strong sense of community.
Many homes in Boonton Township have Colonial Revival or ranch-style designs, with most homes selling for between $500,000 to $800,000,
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Exploring parks and events in Boonton
“It’s a quiet, nature-focused community with hiking, biking and fishing opportunities,” Wu says. “There’s easy access to Tourne County Park, a local favorite for outdoor activities.” Visitors to Tourne County Park can follow the Tourne Yellow Trail to the park’s highest point and see the New York skyline.
Brookhollow's Barnyard hosts seasonal events like Easter egg hunts and a pumpkin patch, but the farm is also open from May to October, so visitors can pet the animals or feed them carrots. The township’s recreation soccer leagues compete at Rockaway Valley Aerodrome Fields — Johanson Memorial Fields. Sheep Hill Observatory has one of the state's largest telescopes available to the public and offers viewings every third Friday of the month.
A nesting pair of Canada Geese have settled on the banks of the Rockaway River, next to the old Morris Canal Powerville Dam at Griffith Park in Boonton Township, NJ.
The open spaces at Rockaway Valley Aerodrome Fields in Boonton Township, NJ are the perfect place for a walk or play with your canine friend.
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Homes with expansive yards and privacy from neighbors
The defining feature of nearly every home in the township is the expansive lawns and the collection of dense trees that create a privacy barrier. Colonial Revivals and ranch-style homes with three bedrooms often start in the low $600,000s and reach into the $800,000s. Homes with four bedrooms and an acre or more of land have sold between $800,000 and $1.35 million. “Home prices are generally higher than the town of Boonton but less than Mountain Lakes,” Wu says. There are no mandatory housing associations, and Boonton Township homes run on public water and sewer systems.
Mid-century split-level homes are very common across Boonton Township, NJ and can come in various states of repair.
Quiet country roads dotted with Colonial Revival style homes are a frequent sight throughout Boonton Township.
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Education in Boonton
Boonton Township has the Rockaway Valley School district and one primary school. Rockaway Valley School offers kindergarten through eighth grade and receives an A-minus from Niche. The Rockaway Valley School district has a send-receive agreement with nearby Mountain Lake School District, so students often move on to Mountain Lakes High School, which gets an A-plus.
Boonton Township's exceptional Rockaway Valley Elementary School received an overall Niche grade of A-.
Mountain Lakes High School is a top-rated public school with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1 in Boonton Township, NJ.
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Commuters have easy access to major routes
Boonton Township may feel set apart from busy life, but residents have quick access to Interstate 287 and the NJ Transit bus stops along Myrtle Avenue. “People travel to Manhattan, and they either take the rail to Penn Station or NJ transit buses to Port Authority on 42nd Street.” The township is about 35 miles west of New York City, and it takes about an hour to reach the city by car or bus. I-287 or I-78 leads to Newark Liberty International Airport, which is about 30 miles away or a 35-minute drive with light traffic. Old Denville Road leads to Saint Clare’s Denville Hospital, a nationally recognized and award-winning facility.
Boonton Township is a quiet oasis hidden among the trees but still close to popular destinations.
Boonton Township is served by a local NJ Transit bus service that runs between the hubs of Morristown and Boonton.
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Dining out in Denville or the town of Boonton
“There are little restaurants and the Kings grocery store in the township, but Denville and Mountain Lakes are right next door,” Wu says. The town of Boonton has coffee shops and locally owned restaurants along Main Street, but the Hunan Taste Chinese Restaurant and The Pasta Shop in Denville are popular dining out spots.
Boonton Township has plenty of recreation, but many head to the town of Boonton for festivals and big community events. Music on Main happens on the first Friday of June, July and August. Musicians line Main Street and serenade visitors as they pop into stores or dance in the street. Fall Fest at Birchwood Lake is a Mountain Lakes tradition where residents get together to see the peak fall foliage, play games and relax near the water.
Boonton Township residents are spoiled for choice when it comes to dining and Hapgoods in neighboring Mountain Lakes is very popular with locals.
The spectacular exterior of Hunan Taste Chinese Restaurant in Denville, Boonton Township, is matched by the interior and exceeded by the menu.
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Parks in this Area
Tourne County Park
Camping
Fishing
Picnic Area
Griffith Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Rockaway Valley Aerodrome Fields
Leonard Park
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
41 min drive
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Boonton Township, NJ sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Boonton Township, NJ over the last 12 months is $729,560, down 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to 4 Twin Hills Drive, Boonton, NJ! Set on a picturesque 2.14-acre lot, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and potential. With generously sized rooms and a layout that flows seamlessly for both everyday living and entertaining, there's room for everyone to spread out and enjoy.The backyard is your private retreat, with mature trees and an
This majestic 5 Bedroom home is the Builder's Own Personal Estate which is situated on 2.62 Private Acres! Located on a serene cul-de-sac, this carefully and thoughtfully designed, open-concept 6000 sq ft manor, which includes 1200 sq ft of partially finished WO basement, pays attention to every detail, is conveniently located near multiple train stations, and major highways, and attends highly
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Enjoy year around this waterfront charming country style home with 3 beds & 2 full baths, beautiful riverfront property located on a cul-de-sac street in Boonton Township, NJ, close to schools, parks, and shopping. The interior features newly finished hardwood floors, living room with panoramic windows brings natural light and a woodburning fireplace, open concept kitchen to the dining room with
Enjoy year around this waterfront charming country style home with 3 beds & 2 full baths, beautiful riverfront property located on a cul-de-sac street in Boonton Township, NJ, close to schools, parks, and shopping. The interior features newly finished hardwood floors, living room with panoramic windows brings natural light and a woodburning fireplace, open concept kitchen to the dining room with
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,625
Median Age
48
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$164,215
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$190,338
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
70%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
9''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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