Safest Neighborhoods in Morris County, NJ

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New Vernon

New Vernon, nestled in the heart of Harding Township, is a community known for its rich history and expansive green spaces. This area is home to many politicians and executives, contributing to its reputation as one of New Jersey's most exclusive locales. The neighborhood features a mix of historic estates and charming bungalows, with properties
- Average Value
  
  $2.22M
- List Price
  
  $740K - $7M
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  3 Listings
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Chatham

Chatham, NJ, pronounced CHAT-um, combines the best of small-town living with big-city access, offering an old-fashioned Main Street, first-rate schools and a direct train to NYC. “It’s warm and welcoming, with an extremely strong sense of community,” says Michelle Daniher, a top one percent agent in the nation with Compass who has lived in Chatham
- Average Value
  
  $1.38M
- List Price
  
  $632K - $3M
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  6 Listings
Chatham
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Madison

Madison holds a number of distinctions, not least of which is securing the state’s top spot on NJ Monthly’s best places to live in 2019. “It became really popular after that,” says Michelle Daniher, a licensed real estate agent and principal of The Daniher Group with Compass. Madison’s school district also ranks in NJ’s top 50 and evidence of the
- Average Value
  
  $1.34M
- List Price
  
  $638K - $3M
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  11 Listings
Madison
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Mountain Lakes

20 miles northwest of Newark, at the gates of North Appalachia, resides the aptly named borough of Mountain Lakes. Here, homes sit on the mountainside, wreathed with shrubbery and draped in the shade of dense canopies, achieving a kind of storybook vibe no one would expect just 30 miles from Manhattan. Walking the streets can feel like a journey
- Average Value
  
  $1.30M
- List Price
  
  $676K - $2.3M
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  5 Listings
Mountain Lakes
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Florham Park

Florham Park provides a small-town atmosphere in Morris County, perhaps best known as the practice site for the New York Jets football team. Tracey Franco, a Coldwell Banker agent with 18 years of experience, has lived here for 10 years. She cites how its proximity to NYC, 30 miles to the east, draws commuters. She likes how it’s a quiet suburb
- Average Value
  
  $1.26M
- List Price
  
  $487K - $2.9M
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  10 Listings
Florham Park
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Towaco

The community of Towaco, the old stomping grounds of the iconic "Real Housewives of New Jersey" member Teresa Giudice, is home to lavish estate living. Giudice and Eagles running back Saquon Barkley epitomize the celebrities that call Towaco home, and for good reason. The luxurious homes on spacious land, highly regarded schools and proximity to
- Average Value
  
  $960K
- List Price
  
  $361K - $1.7M
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  3 Listings
Towaco
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Morris Township

The past lives inside the present in Morris Township: this sprawling suburban community has just as much of a rich history as neighboring Morristown to the east, known as the “military capital of the American Revolution.” Founded in 1740, Morris Township was named for a colonial governor, and is only 25 years younger than the nearby town. Morris
- Average Value
  
  $957K
- List Price
  
  $470K - $2.7M
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  29 Listings
Morris Township
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Pine Brook

Situated in the northernmost section of Montville Township is Pine Brook, a census-designated community known for offering its residents suburban comfort with convenience. Like many other North Jersey communities, Pine Brook offers easy commutes to New York City. Here, properties like custom-built mansions and older split-levels occupy half-acre
- Average Value
  
  $924K
- List Price
  
  $599K - $2M
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  2 Listings
Pine Brook
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Chester-Flanders

At less than 50 miles away from New York City, Chester-Flanders exudes a rural atmosphere that may make it hard to believe residents are still just an hour from the Big Apple. “Not many people know about Chester-Flanders, at least not in terms of what the lifestyle is like here,” says Maura Young, Realtor with Weichert Realtors and longtime
- Average Value
  
  $896K
- List Price
  
  $496K - $3.2M
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  61 Listings
Chester-Flanders
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Troy Hills

Troy Hills is a suburb that’s part of the Parsippany area, distinguished by a tranquil atmosphere and relative sense of seclusion, even though busy interstates on the west and north ends create connection to bustling retail stretches. “Troy Hills is less dense than Parsippany proper,” says Frank LaMorte, a broker associate with Latimer Realty.
- Average Value
  
  $835K
- List Price
  
  $552K - $1.5M
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  1 Listing
Troy Hills
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Long Hill

Flanked by the Passaic River and the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, the township of Long Hill is a blend of urban access and suburban serenity. Long Hill is split into three communities, each with its own train station and personality. Sitting around 20 miles from Newark and just an hour-long train ride from New York City, Long Hill allows
- Average Value
  
  $819K
- List Price
  
  $397K - $1.4M
- For Sale
  
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  10 Listings
Long Hill
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Cedar Knolls

Part of Morris County’s Hanover Township, Cedar Knolls is a sought-after residential community with perks across the board. The neighborhood’s shaded streetscapes are a major draw, and several amenity-packed parks nearby add to the idyllic, natural atmosphere. Still, residents benefit from the presence of national retailers and numerous grocery
- Average Value
  
  $779K
- List Price
  
  $442K - $1.3M
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  3 Listings
Cedar Knolls
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Morris Plains

Morris Plains is part of the Parsippany metro area, connected to this township via Route 10 and Littleton Road. But despite being a smaller suburb in the orbit of a larger locality, Morris Plains has desirable public transportation amenities and a variety of retail options. It all adds up to a quiet retreat that’s appealing to commuters who want
- Average Value
  
  $764K
- List Price
  
  $371K - $1.3M
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  11 Listings
Morris Plains
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Whippany

Whippany is a suburb integrating elements of the larger neighborhoods located just to the north. Filled with multiple parks, it has the quiet green quality of Troy Hills. In fact, the neighborhood’s name derives from a Native American phrase meaning “place of the willows” – a nod to the trees growing along the Whippany River. Some residents want
- Average Value
  
  $748K
- List Price
  
  $430K - $1.6M
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  7 Listings
Whippany
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Denville

Once known as a place where wealthy New Yorkers spent their summers, Denville is an inviting Northern New Jersey neighborhood with lakeside living. “You’ve got the lake communities, if you want to be near water, and parks and preserves, so you can go hike or be in nature,” says Jill Lattmann, a Real Estate Sales Associate with Kienlen Lattmann
- Average Value
  
  $710K
- List Price
  
  $398K - $1.5M
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  13 Listings
Denville
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Pequannock Township

With a history that dates back to its incorporation in 1740, Pequannock Township is a slice of New Jersey’s countryside – complete with historical structures, repurposed farmlands, and an active, close-knit community. This is despite its proximity to New York City, Newark, and other urban destinations, making the township a popular bedroom
- Average Value
  
  $689K
- List Price
  
  $278K - $1.7M
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  18 Listings
Pequannock Township
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Parsippany

History lives in Parsippany: whether it’s a Revolutionary era farmhouse or a midcentury Cape Cod, one is bound to encounter sights that span the ages. There’s even a designated historic district in the Mount Tabor section, with late 19th-century Victorians remaining as hymns to a time when Methodists founded a local summer retreat. Going even
- Average Value
  
  $680K
- List Price
  
  $451K - $1.2M
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  13 Listings
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Budd Lake

In the heart of Mount Olive Township, Budd Lake is a unique gem among New Jersey's natural wonders. It is the largest naturally formed lake in the state, setting it apart from other lakes in the area that have been altered or created by human intervention. The lake's pristine waters and unspoiled shoreline provide a tranquil escape for visitors
- Average Value
  
  $609K
- List Price
  
  $306K - $1.3M
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  13 Listings
Budd Lake
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Succasunna

Located in the Roxbury township, Succasunna is a vibrant community that offers a slower paced, more suburban lifestyle – all without having to give up access to urban amenities or the excitement of nearby New York City. Rooted in Revolutionary War history as well, Succasunna’s character is a unique mix of historical interest, small-town charm and
- Average Value
  
  $595K
- List Price
  
  $344K - $1.1M
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  13 Listings
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Lincoln Park

Located among the natural scenery of desirable Morris County, New Jersey, the borough of Lincoln Park is much more than a typical New York suburb. This community, ranked among the state’s best places to live by New Jersey Monthly and Niche.com, offers residents a unique combination of conveniences. These features range from proximity to the
- Average Value
  
  $556K
- List Price
  
  $320K - $1.2M
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  13 Listings
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Mount Arlington

Mount Arlington in Jefferson is a neighborhood rich in historical charm and lakeside living. Known for its old lakefront homes, some of which were once grand hotels or private residences, the area boasts significant historical landmarks, including the estate of 1800s actress Lotta Crabtree. Residents enjoy close proximity to Lake Hopatcong, the
- Average Value
  
  $540K
- List Price
  
  $324K - $1.4M
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  20 Listings
Mount Arlington
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Lake Hiawatha

A bygone summer retreat in the early 20th century, Lake Hiawatha is now home to year-round residents and maintains a residential, small-town feel. Contrary to its name, however, the area’s namesake lake has largely dried up. As a community within the vast Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, there’s a nearby reservoir, the Rockaway River, and other
- Average Value
  
  $525K
- List Price
  
  $240K - $1.2M
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  7 Listings
Lake Hiawatha
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Mine Hill

Built near one of the richest iron ore deposits in the area, Mine Hill Township, 40 miles from New York City, gets its name from the industry that supplied much of the iron ore used during the American Revolutionary War. Today, the dirt roads of the small mining town have been replaced by suburban streets and a close-knit community that remembers
- Average Value
  
  $510K
- List Price
  
  $380K - $784K
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  3 Listings
Mine Hill
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Wharton

Vehicles breezing by on Interstate 80 can take Exit 34 to land in the industrial area of Wharton, a borough of Morris County about 40 miles west of New York City. Plenty of commercial shopping opportunities greet residents right off the highway, while residential pockets and local restaurants begin to appear when driving farther into the
- Average Value
  
  $490K
- List Price
  
  $370K - $710K
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  5 Listings
Wharton
Kinnelon
- Average Value
  
  $948K
- List Price
  
  $429K - $2.5M
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  14 Listings
Kinnelon

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