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Dover, NJ

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A terrific little town on the river

Shopping Dining Pedestrian-Friendly Mass Transit Commutes Family-Friendly Historic

With its walkable downtown shopping district, historic architecture, access to mass transit, and tree-filled neighborhoods, Dover's setting is everything you want in a New Jersey town. Located on the Rockaway River roughly 23 miles northwest of Newark and about 30 miles from New York City, Dover is slightly removed from the busy cities but close enough for easy commutes. Those commutes are made even easier with the NJ Transit system and nearby I-80.

While Dover has a variety of corner markets and a terrific downtown area for shopping and dining, the nearby Rockaway Townsquare is a popular indoor mall, featuring popular stores like Macy's and Lord & Taylor. Dover features several parks, including Waterworks Park, located on the river, and Mountain Park, a popular hiking destination. Founded in 1722, Dover is home to several historic sites, including the Historic Dover CNJ Station and the Dover railroad station, first opened in 1848.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Dover, NJ is $1,241 for a studio, $1,494 for one bedroom, and $2,035 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Dover has increased by 2.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,494/month
622 Sq Ft
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Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

East Dover Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

411 Students

6
out of 10

Dennis B O Brien School

Public

Grades PK-5

275 Students

6
out of 10

Birchwood Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

279 Students

5
out of 10

North Dover Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

665 Students

4
out of 10

Academy Street Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

532 Students

4
out of 10

Dover Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

523 Students

4
out of 10

Dover High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,159 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Hedden County Park
  • Longo Planetarium
  • Hamilton Farms
  • Hopatcong State Park
  • Patriot's Path

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International

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