Summit

Summit is a city in Union County, New Jersey bordered by the municipalities of New Providence to the west, Chatham to the north, Main Street to the east, and the Newark Expressway to the south. The city is home to 22,323 residents as of the 2017 census, and is the 72nd most affluent town in the country with a median household income of $139,497. The city has a land area of about six square miles, most of which are residential neighborhoods except for the commercial businesses along Main Street.

The Downtown Historic District features beautiful brick buildings that are now home to various restaurants, cafes, stores, and other local businesses. There are also larger shopping centers and department stores along the main roads in town. Residents have easy access to the government offices and public parks in the city as well as the many schools located throughout the community.

Real Estate in Summit is quite expensive, especially in the exclusive subdivisions and golf communities in the city. These neighborhoods feature luxury homes that have large home lots, multiple bedrooms and baths, spacious living room areas, and full kitchens. There are also several suburban single-family homes if you’re looking for more affordable properties in the region.

Notable Locations:

Summit Train Station
Summit Area YMCA
Summit Village Green
Soldiers Memorial Field

School Information:

Summit High School
Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School
Lincoln – Hubbard Elementary School