An exclusive community known for its extensive landscaping and high-end status
Llewellyn Park is one of the most unusual suburbs in all of New Jersey. This gated community claims to be the oldest of its kind in America, with celebrities counted among its residents. “Whoopi Goldberg lives there; it’s very exclusive, very high-end,” says Kimberly Latortue, Realtor with Weichert Realtors. It’s nearly 20 miles from Manhattan, and it even inspired Central Park, which is about double the size of this 425-acre development. Thomas Edison’s sprawling estate, built in 1880, still stands in the middle of the neighborhood and is open to the public.
Neighbors reach out to each other and host get-togethers, especially around holidays. Some newer homes have been installed recently, and with Interstate 280 wrapping around the western side, there’s an element of modernity to this neighborhood otherwise crystallized in time.
Llewellyn Park is a gated community that is home to many residents of note.
LLewelyn Park topography includes winding paths and rare ornamental trees, and flowers.
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Victorian, Tudor and colonial homes with contemporary styles in between
Exclusivity comes with a higher price tag, but also premium amenities. “You’re often going to be looking at million-dollar properties,” says Latortue. “It comes with security and events throughout the year. There’s a guard who lets you in.” Indeed, the brownstone tower that serves as the gatehouse was a design choice made by Llewellyn Solomon Haskell, who founded the neighborhood in 1857.
Nearly 200 homes populate Llewellyn Park, so stock is limited. Some of them have views of New York City. Many reflect Victorian tastes from the late 19th century. Buyers will see Tudor homes, colonial-inspired homes and assorted mansions in a country style. But there are contemporary styles mixed in, such as large modern traditional homes. Yards can easily be an acre. Occasionally, homes can sell for $750,000, but most land in the $900,000 to $2.8 million range.
Llewellyn Park was founded in 1857 by Llewellyn S. Haskell, a New York businessman.
LLewelyn Park landscaping is in the 19th century romantic style of New York's Central Park.
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West Orange High features a large sports complex
Residents have access to the West Orange Public School system, which Niche gives an A-minus. Students can start at Hazel Avenue Elementary, which earns a B. Edison Middle sits next to Colgate Field, a large public park with a swimming pool. It receives a B. West Orange High is known for its robust athletic complex, where students can play football, soccer, baseball and tennis. The school gets an A-minus.
Llewellyn Park residents that attend public school go to West Orange High School.
Hazel Avenue Elementary School has an amazingly dedicated staff.
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Eagle Rock Reservation has views of Manhattan
True to its naturalistic name, Llewellyn Park is known for its exceptionally lush landscaping, with classics like daffodils, but also exotic species from South America and Asia. Walking paths are lined with gas lanterns, and in the middle of the neighborhood is the Ramble, a 50-acre parcel with open space, walking paths and streams. The neighborhood’s northern tip also joins Eagle Rock Reservation, one of the biggest outdoor attractions in the area. The reservation provides hiking trails with views of Manhattan and places to picnic. Visitors who want to refuel after exploring the park can swing by The Highlawn, an upscale restaurant on site that also has city views.
At the top end of Llewellyn Park, The Highlawn has the most scenic views of NYC.
At Eagle Rock Reservation, residents can see from Llewellyn Park all the way to NY City.
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Small, locally owned eateries surround the neighborhood
Main Street passes by the front of the neighborhood, giving residents immediate access to the dining and retail options in downtown West Orange. Small, locally owned shops like Supreme Bakery add a boutique feel that’s right in line with the neighborhood’s village aesthetic. Super Supermarket near the bakery provides fresh produce and packaged goods.
By following Main Street north toward downtown Montclair, diners will find other locally owned options like Folklore Artisanal Taco, a cozy space with bright décor. Llewellyn Parq Bar & Grill is a few steps away, offering creative comfort food. Bloomfield Avenue in downtown Montclair is only two miles farther north, and this walkable strip is packed with eateries that serve vegan, Southern and Cuban cuisine. The Montclair Book Center is a vast space lined with gently used tomes and vinyl records. “It’s not a sleepy place,” says Daniel Buchsbaum, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway. “A lot of people from Brooklyn have moved there.”
Super Supermarket is a wonderful resource for fresh produce nearby Llewellyn Park.
Supreme Bakery has been serving Llewellyn Park since 1969.
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Immediate access to Interstate 280 and commuter trains
While residents have retail destinations close by, there's also alternative transportation. Main Street is lined with bus stops, but perhaps more importantly, the Orange Train Station in downtown West Orange is merely a mile away. Commuters can take the M&E train for a 40-minute trip to Penn Station in New York. Drivers can hop on Interstate 280, which forms the western side of the neighborhood. It takes about an hour to reach Manhattan by car.
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Parks in this Area
Eagle Rock Reservation
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
20 min drive
Bus
Main St & Edisonia Ter
Bus
Mt Pleasant Ave & Gaston St
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Llewellyn Park, West Orange sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Llewellyn Park, West Orange over the last 12 months is $1,452,214, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
686
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$102,778
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,955
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
58.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
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