$1,336,138Average Value$429Average Price per Sq Ft47Homes For Sale
Family-oriented community that revolves around the schools
Upscale Livingston in Essex County, NJ offers a strong community, family-friendly activities and many amenities. “One of the number one reasons that attract families is the school system,” says Lisa Lang, a Compass agent with 30 years of experience who also sent her children through the school system. She notes how many go on to top colleges. Though home to about 30,000 residents, Livingston offers less density than neighboring towns, like Milburn and Maplewood, and home prices tend to be slightly lower since it lacks a train. However, the township continues to attract buyers from NYC, Hoboken and Jersey City.
Welcome to Livingston, NJ
Livingston is a quiet neighborhood to raise a family.
Welcome to beautiful Livingston, NJ.
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Single-family homes on bigger-than-average lots
Residential streets are lined with mature trees and landscaped lawns, plus, “Homes are not right on top of each other,” Lang adds. Sidewalks aren’t as prevalent as other towns, but streets are quiet and wide enough for walking and bike riding. Single-family homes comprise most of the older housing stock, though there are a handful of condos and townhomes. Housing styles include colonial and ranch, but Lang notes how split-levels are the most predominant. Prices range from $650,000 for a three-bedroom starter home to up to $4.5 million for a custom, new-build mansion. The median is about $1 million. It’s also possible to find new construction homes starting around $1.4 million on an individual basis, since there aren’t any new home developments. Bel Air, Bel Air Woods, Coventry and Chestnut Hill are among the most desirable sections, with prices starting around $2 million. Property taxes tend to be high, as is the case throughout Essex County. And though homes are priced to sell, low inventory has resulted in bidding wars.
Residents can purchase large colonial homes in Livingston.
Livingston homes often will have large lots with well-maintained landscaping
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Consistently ranked among the best districts in NJ
Niche ranks the entire Livingston public school district an A plus and lists it as the 12th best school system in New Jersey. This includes six elementary schools; Hillside Elementary School is the smallest with 386 students. Mount Pleasant Middle School only serves sixth grade; students move on to Heritage Middle School for grades seven and eight. About 2,000 students attend Livingston Senior High School, and Great Schools scores it a 10 out of 10 for college readiness. The district provides free busing for students in grades kindergarten through eighth who live more than 2 miles from school, and more than 2.5 miles from the high school for grades nine through 12. Newark Academy is a selective, private day school in Livingston for grades six through 12. It attracts students from surrounding towns for its IB program and is rated an A plus from Niche.
Livingston Public Schools remains committed to maintaining a legacy of excellence.
Located on 68 acres in NJ, Newark Academy is a private day school for grades 6 through 12.
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Close proximity to a large nature reserve and zoo
Parks and playgrounds are found throughout the area, but many locals make the short drive over to the South Mountain Reservation and complex, a 2,000-acre nature reserve that includes a dog park, playground anchored by a pirate ship, lake with swan-shaped paddle boats and hiking and riding trails. The conservation-focused Turtle Back Zoo is part of this area and attracts all ages for its naturalistic enclosures on 20 acres.
The children will love the playground at the South Mountain Reserve near Livingston.
Turtle Back Zoo near Livingston is a perfect size for a day trip with young kids.
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No downtown but upscale mall is nearby
There’s no downtown, but shopping is never far away. ShopRite and Aldi are right in town for groceries and Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods are nearby. Livingston Town Center is a mixed-use retail and housing development. Local businesses line Livingston Avenue, including Nero’s Grille, a longtime local favorite for both steak and Italian food in an upscale setting. Retail chains are spread along West Mount Pleasant Avenue and The Mall at Short Hills is also close, containing 140 mostly high-end stores.
Livingston Town Center offers many shops, restaurants and places to sit.
High end shopping can be found nearby at the Short Hills Mall near Livingston.
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Lacks a train but close to NYC
Livingston is near major highways, including Eisenhower Parkway, Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike. It’s also 25 minutes from Newark International Airport and 22 miles to NYC. The town might lack a direct NYC train, but it does offer a shuttle that takes commuters to the South Orange station. There are express NYC buses as well.
Catch a NJ Transit bus or the shuttle to the South Orange train station from Livingston Mall.
Livingston is near major highways including Eisenhower Parkway and Route 10.
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Major hospital and family amenities
Top-ranked Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center is located right in town and is a selling point both for employees and families. Residents can also take advantage of free programming at the modern and spacious Livingston Public Library. The seasonal community pool features a water slide and wading area, while families head one town over for Imagine That!!!, a popular indoor play area for kids.
RWJ Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center s a fully accredited acute care hospital nearby Livingston
The Livingston Library is a place where reading, learning, and ideas converge to transform lives
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.
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Parks in this Area
Littell People's Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Meadowbrook Field Complex
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Concessions
Memorial Oval & Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Livingston Skate Park
Skateboard
Parking Lot
Prospect Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Brendan Tevlin Fields
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Volleyball
Northland Park
Basketball
Pool
Tennis
Riker Hill Art Park
Picnic Area
Events
Nature Center
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
26 min drive
Bus
East Northfield Rd & Sycamore Road
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W Mt Pleasant Ave 250'W Of Daven Ave
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N Livingston Ave & W Mcclellan Ave
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N Livingston Ave & Plaza Place
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S Livingston Ave 235'S Of Concord Drive
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N Livingston Ave & Beverly Road
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East Northfield Rd & East Cedar Street
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Livingston
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Livingston, NJ sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Livingston, NJ over the last 12 months is $1,266,496, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Prestigious COVENTRY on over 1/2 Acres of GLORIOUS LEVEL Property. Desirable flow of a Center Hall COLONIAL with several UPDATES! 3500 sq ft of Finished Living Space on 3 Levels including a Full FINISHED Basement. Welcoming Foyer flanked by NATURALLY BRIGHT Formal Living & Dining Rooms. UPDATED Eat-In Kitchen w/CENTER ISLAND & SS appliances is open to a Cozy Family Room w/Wood Burning
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in the well sought-after Livingston, this gem is well maintained and renovated for you to move right in. It offers large living room, family room, dining room and sunroom. The kitchen is fully renovated with new custom wood cabinets, central island, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom has an en-suite bath, and the other two bedrooms
Welcome to this newly constructed, 9 Bed, 8.1 Ba, ONE OF A KIND contemporary home in the prestigious Chestnut Hill neighborhood offering approximately 13,000 sft of exquisitely crafted living space across three levels set on nearly AN ACRE of beautifully landscaped resort style private grounds with a sparkling POOL. Be wowed by a grand two-story foyer illuminated by a skylight, leading to a
BRIGHT and MODERN Ranch NO-STEP unit in the Gated REGENCY CLUB. Spacious 1750 sq ft Condo with 2 Bedrooms + Office and 2 Full Baths. MASTER SUITE features 2 WALK-IN CLOSETS + Well maintained SPA Bath with SHOWER + JETTED TUB. UPDATED EAT-IN Kitchen with Granite COUNTERS and SS appliances brightened by LARGE WINDOW. FORMAL DINING Room off the Kitchen. COZY LIVING ROOM with GAS FIREPLACE and
Welcome to your peaceful oasis where modern style merges with timeless elegance. Step inside to an open floor plan anchored by a gourmet kitchen outlined with premium Wolf appliances and sleek finishes - this kitchen is the heart of the home. The seamless transition to the living and dining areas provides the perfect space for both entertaining and everyday living. A guest en-suite on the main
Welcome to this stunning NEW CONSTRUCTION colonial home, located in a desirable neighborhood in Livingston. Set on over .21 acres, this impressive 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom residence offers 4000+ sq ft of luxury across three beautifully designed levels. When you enter the home through the covered entry porch you are greeted by a grand double-height foyer. On the main level, find a beautiful open
New Construction! Discover luxury living at Highgate at Livingston, a premier rental community offering 169 brand new, exquisite residences in the heart of Livingston, New Jersey. Indulge in the elegance and comfort of our thoughtfully designed apartments, featuring building elevators, soaring 9 or 10-foot ceilings, and select homes with private balconies and patios. Relish in the beauty of
Welcome to your dream rental in Livingston Square! This stunning end-unit townhome, less than five years old, offers modern luxury and convenient living in a rare private setting with no buildings directly behind " creating your own peaceful retreat. The versatile ground-level space is perfect for a home office, gym, recreation room, or library. The main floor features elegant wood flooring and
Life at ParkVue at Livingston is nothing short of spectacular. The beauty on the outside is matched by the feeling of quality on the inside. Enjoy a luxurious country club lifestyle that includes a resort-style swimming pool, private clubhouse, heart-pumping fitness center and sports court, gated security and much more. Discover where modern meets luxury. Luxury rentals are just a step away.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
33,028
Median Age
45
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$182,005
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$196,023
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
73.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.1%
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®
13/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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