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Want top schools and easy Midtown Direct access — at a real discount to Short Hills and Summit next door? Springfield is the value move. This quiet, family-friendly Union County township, about 25 miles from Manhattan, offers strong schools, green space, and multiple ways into the city, without the premium price of its high-end neighbors. A favorite for families who want the location and schools without the sticker shock.

🏡 Why buyers love Springfield
✅ Top schools, lower entry price. Highly-rated public schools and a more affordable way into this coveted stretch of Union County — you're paying less than Short Hills, Summit, or Millburn for a similar location.
✅ Midtown Direct access, a couple of ways. No station in town, but the township jitney to Short Hills or a quick drive to Summit puts you on a one-seat Midtown Direct train to Penn (more below).
✅ Green space and golf. Home to the storied Baltusrol Golf Club, plus Meisel Avenue Park and easy access to the Watchung Reservation.
✅ Everyday convenience. Shopping along Morris Avenue and Route 22, an in-town ShopRite, and the Mall at Short Hills plus the Westfield and Summit downtowns all a short drive away.

🚉 The commute
Springfield has no station of its own, but two easy paths to a one-seat Midtown Direct ride: park at the Springfield Community Pool and take the township jitney ($3) to Short Hills station, or drive to Summit and catch a frequent express (about 45 minutes to Penn). Prefer the bus? The 114/114X runs directly to Port Authority in about an hour. Roughly a 45–60 minute commute overall.

📊 Springfield Real Estate Snapshot (2026)
💲 Median Single Family Home Sale Price: ~$765K
📈 Market Trend: Up over the past year, with about 2 months of supply — a bit more breathing room than the frenzied premium towns, homes selling in around two weeks.
✨ Buyer Insight: Smart pricing is key. Sellers here often list below market to spark multiple offers.