North Caldwell
North Caldwell is an affluent residential borough in western Essex County. It is primarily suburban, with large luxury homes, manicured lawns, and quiet streets. The borough consistently ranks among the best places to live in New Jersey for safety, schools, and overall quality of life. Recreation centers around small parks, sports fields, and nearby nature reservations. Community events and civic groups help foster strong neighborhood ties. Its small-town atmosphere and proximity to highways like I-280 and Route 46 make it convenient while maintaining exclusivity.
Schools
The North Caldwell School District serves PreK–6 students locally before they attend West Essex High School, a highly rated regional school.
Commute to NYC
Lakeland commuter buses via Route 46 reach Port Authority in about 40 to 55 minutes, and NJ Transit buses connect to Newark in roughly 20 to 30 minutes for rail transfers to NYC.