Millburn & Short Hills, NJ – Luxury Living with Top Schools and NYC Access
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A definitive luxury destination, Millburn (pop. ~20,000) and its prestigious Short Hills section are known for top-ranked schools, elegant homes, and sophisticated boutique shopping. Together, they offer some of Essex County’s most impressive private home inventory and a lifestyle that blends suburban tranquility with cosmopolitan amenities.
🏡 Real Estate:
Millburn’s average home sale now approaches $1M, while Short Hills homes regularly exceed $2.3M. The area’s mix of historic estates, modern mega-mansions, and secluded properties makes it one of New Jersey’s most desirable luxury markets. Despite the price points, property taxes here often compare favorably to nearby towns.
📊 Millburn / Short Hills Real Estate Snapshot (2026)
💲 Median Single Family Home Sale Price: ~$2.22M
📈 Market Trend: The premium end of the market and still moving fast — homes sell in about 9 days with roughly 1.4 months of supply, and prices are up over the past year. Top-ranked schools keep demand high.
✨ Buyer Insight: Sellers here tend to price closer to their target than the underprice-to-bid inner-ring towns, but strong homes still draw competition — come in prepared and ready to move.
🎭 Arts & Culture:
Home to the Paper Mill Playhouse, the State Theater of New Jersey, Millburn attracts Broadway-bound productions and world-class talent.
🛍 Shopping & Dining:
The renowned Mall at Short Hills offers luxury brands from Chanel to Cartier, while downtown Millburn hosts chic boutiques and highly regarded restaurants.
🌳 Parks & Nature:
A section of the 2,100-acre South Mountain Reservation nature reserve borders the town, providing hiking trails, picnic areas, and sweeping views.
🚆 Commuting:
Two Midtown Direct train stations — one in Short Hills and one in downtown Millburn — provide a 40-minute commute to Penn Station, making it a top choice for NYC professionals.
🎓 Schools:
Millburn’s public school system is perennially ranked #1 in New Jersey, drawing families seeking academic excellence. Private schools in town include Far Brook and the lower school campus of Pingry.
📚 Notable Residents:
Actors Anne Hathaway and John C. McGinley, author Belva Plain, baseball star David Justice, and CNBC’s Joe Kernen have all called this area home.
📲 Ready to explore Millburn & Short Hills? Call Nancy Chu at 917.992.3098 to learn about luxury homes and neighborhoods.
