Watchung
Watchung
New Jersey
- Population: 5801
- Size: 6 sq miles (15.54 km2)
- Established: 1926
- Distance from NYC: 29
- Distance from Philadelphia: 78
- Distance from Newark: 19
Nearest Turpin Office
Bernardsville
(908) 766-6500
Watchung, NJ real estate market
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About Watchung
As thousands of cars pass through Watchung along Routes 22 or 78 every day, travelers may be unaware of the borough’s hidden natural beauty. This six-square mile town in Somerset County is situated along two ridges of the Watchung Mountain range, giving homes on the upper ridges bucolic views of the countryside, or in some cases, the New York skyline about 25 miles east. Minutes from the highways, the rustic views are a steep contrast to the asphalt and exit signs. Scenery consists of winding roadways, running streams and leafy forests set amid gentle hillsides. Two lakes in town,
With a population of approximately 5,600 people, Watchung is about a 30-minute car trip to
Community Life
Several parks are located throughout the borough including Mobus Field on
The
Shopping needs can be met at the Watchung Square Mall on Route 22 west. There are big box stores such as Target, Home Depot, Borders Books and Wal-Mart in this large strip mall, which stand alongside smaller shops, retail chains and dining options. The commercial center of Watchung, established at the turn of the last century, is known as the Triangle, a three-block area of shops, restaurants and services. Large-scale malls nearby include
Education
Public school students in Watchung attend one of three educational facilities. The
Located on Route 22 is Mount St. Mary Academy, a private Catholic high school for girls. It was founded in 1908 by the Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey.
Transportation
Watchung is located close to a network of highways including Interstates 22 and 78, with Interstate 287 a short distance away. Commuters may choose to ride New Jersey Transit’s train from
Real Estate
Housing stock varies from upscale condominiums or estate homes with skyline views, to single-family homes built during the 1950s and 1960s, to luxurious new construction priced at $1 million or more. The Stonegate community offers 41 town house condominiums near the border of
Local Attractions
Recreation for every lifestyle and age group is readily available in and around Watchung. The Twin Brooks Country Club at
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