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For those looking for an escape from the high prices of New York City, but still desire a semi-urban environment with culture, night life and favorable transit alternatives, then Morristown and the more rural Morris Township, New Jersey are your answers. A mere one hour west of the Big Apple, Morristown offers its residents and visitors excellent theatre, art galleries, shopping, museums, antiquing, parks, dining opportunities as well as numerous seasonal festivals, parades and events. For it's many commuters, it offers train and bus service to New York City in one hour and Hoboken in about forty minutes. For anyone searching for Morristown real estate, or a relocation choice with walking distance to everything, Morristown might just be the answer to everything you are looking for in a place to call home.
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Deeply rooted in our country’s history, Morristown was originally settled by English Presbyterians in 1715. Mostly consisting of a few stores, two churches, a courthouse, two taverns and two schools, Morristown was a quaint settlement until it caught the eye of General George Washington. Chosen for its strategic location, Washington chose Morristown as camp for the Continental Army. It was in Morristown where many notable occurrences happened, including the Washington’s declaration of St. Patrick’s Day as a holiday as well as where Benedict Arnold was court-martialed. Another notable American figure, Alexander Hamilton courted and wed his wife, Betsy Schuyler. Many years later, Morristown played host to another important feat as Samuel F. B. Morse and Alfred Vail built the first telegraph on January 6, 1838 at the Speedwell Iron Works. Morristown still resonates with the rich history of it's past.
Still the County Seat and heart of Morris County, Morristown has grown into an inviting community that numerous residents, including many New York City commuters, call home. Anchored by its proximity to the city, major highways, and the renowned Short Hills Mall, only 10 minutes away, Morristown also features an inviting city center with a "square" also known as "The Green" that hosts year round events, a wonderful performing arts theatre hosting performers like Whoopie Goldberg, The Moody Blues, George Carlin and Bill Cosby, ballet, symphonies, to name only a few. Numerous shopping boutiques as well as top rated dining choices offer foods from many ethnic backgrounds. Morristown is currently experiencing a "Renaissance" with new luxury condos and townhomes being built. A total of 526 new units are planned, all within walking distance of the Colonial-era Morristown Green and the train station providing midtown direct service to Manhattan and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, just 20 minutes away. Along with this new housing will come 70,000 square feet of street level retail space and 750 new parking spaces. Owners of these properties can really experience "in-town living", walking to wonderful shops and restaurants and transit options. Morristown was one of the first downtown areas to be designated, 7 years ago by the state as a beneficiary of it's Transit Village Program which provides planning and monetary support for redevelopment around mass transit centers.
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In addition to the mass transit rail and bus services, access to 287, 24 and 80 are minutes away. Throughout the year, various events and festivals occur including the local farmer’s market and the Morris County Visitors Center Historic Graveyard Tour by lantern light. One of the most popular events, bringing 50,000 people, is the Morristown Festival on the Green. Surrounding the Morristown/Morris Township areas are miles of walking paths, parks, equestrian facilities, bed and breakfasts, historic mills, antique shops and more.There are many outstanding educational choices in addition to the excellent public schools in Morristown, including the Peck School, Delbarton School, Morristown Beard School and Villa Walsh Academy. From its deep roots in American history to its favorable proximity to New York City and Jersey shore points, cultural offerings and fun-filled events, it’s no wonder so many people are interested in Morristown and Morris Township.
Morristown and Morris Township real estate has a price point for everyone. Whether it's a one bedroom condo or townhome, a multi family home, a luxury townhome or condo or a single family residence, prices begin in the $300,000's for a townhome or condo and go upwards of over $2 million dollars for one of the fabulous new Penthouses at 40 Park Place in the heart of Morristown. Homes begin in the $300,000's and go upwards to almost $3 million dollars. Whether you want to be in town, close to town or much farther out in a more rural setting, Morristown/Morristownship real estate has something you will love.
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