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New Milford, NJ

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Relish suburban convenience in the Birthplace of Bergen County

Suburban Family-Friendly Welcoming Growing Historic Convenient Diverse Peaceful Commuter

Located about 20 miles northwest of New York City, New Milford is a charming suburb with a small-town atmosphere. New Milford’s Main Street is teeming with an array of shops, eateries, convenience stores, and more in unassuming buildings surrounded by lush natural beauty.

Nestled alongside the Hackensack River, New Milford offers residents a broad range of options for outdoor recreation, from local community parks to the sprawling Van Saun County Park. New Milford is convenient to all kinds of retail delights at Westfield Garden State Plaza and the Outlets at Bergen Town Center in addition to a host of educational and cultural opportunities at nearby Fairleigh Dickinson University. Commuting to Manhattan and northern New Jersey business centers from New Milford is simple with access to Route 4, the Garden State Parkway, and NJ Transit’s Pascack Valley Line.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in New Milford, NJ is $1,565 for a studio, $1,758 for one bedroom, and $2,155 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Milford has increased by 4.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,758/month
492 Sq Ft
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Transportation

69

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

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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

Bertram F. Gibbs Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

491 Students

9
out of 10

Berkley Street Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

431 Students

7
out of 10

David E Owens Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 6-8

529 Students

7
out of 10

New Milford High School

Public

Grades 9-12

588 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Bergen County Zoo
  • Van Saun County Park
  • Demarest Nature Center
  • Teaneck Creek Conservancy
  • Pascack Brook County Park

Airports

  • Laguardia
  • Newark Liberty International

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