Explore the Scotch Plains community
Area Info & Accessibility
Walkable downtown on Park Ave — local shops, cafés & restaurants on foot
Walkalble Neighborhood
~35 min to Newark · ~20 min to EWR · ~45 min to Manhattan via Rte 22 / Garden State Pkwy
highway access
NJ Transit bus (Rte 114) to Port Authority — ~1 hr from Mountain Ave stop
Fanwood Station (NJ Transit) ~1 mile away — Raritan Valley Line to NYC Penn via Newark
accessible transit - train
accessible transit - bus
Explore the Scotch Plains community
Area Info & Accessibility
Walkable downtown on Park Ave — local shops, cafés & restaurants on foot
Walkalble Neighborhood
Fanwood Station (NJ Transit) ~1 mile away — Raritan Valley Line to NYC Penn via Newark
accessible transit - train
~35 min to Newark · ~20 min to EWR · ~45 min to Manhattan via Rte 22 / Garden State Pkwy
highway access
NJ Transit bus (Rte 114) to Port Authority — ~1 hr from Mountain Ave stop
accessible transit - bus
Located in Union County, Scotch Plains appeals to
accomplished families seeking quality education, spacious properties, and an active, engaged
neighborhood environment.
an upscale, family-oriented township
known for excellent schools, beautiful homes, and strong community traditions.
an upscale, family-oriented township
Welcome to Scotch Plains
Community Vibes
2,000-acre Essex County nature reserve bordering the township; hiking, trout fishing at Surprise Lake & equestrian trails used year-round by residents
Watchung Reservation
50+ year tradition hosted by St. Bartholomew's Church & UNICO every Labor Day weekend; live music, rides, Italian food, $70K+ 50/50 raffle
Annual Labor Day Italian Feast
Recurring Friday evening events and local food/wine scene anchored by Stage House Tavern (live music weekends), Bernadette wine bar, and Black Drop Coffee
Park Ave Downtown
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District rates A overall on Niche — #72 best public high school in NJ, consistently designated a high-performing district by the NJ Dept. of Education.
top schools
Excellent Schools
Why You'll Love it Here:
see what Scotch Plains has to offer:
Scotch Plains-Fanwood schools consistently rank among New Jersey's best, with strong academics and diverse programming.
Parks & Recreation
Multiple parks, golf courses, and recreation facilities provide excellent
outdoor living options for families.
Affluent Community
Beautiful homes on spacious lots, well-maintained neighborhoods, and
high property values reflect the community's desirability.
