Scotch Plains
Scotch Plains is a family-oriented township featuring a blend of suburban neighborhoods, expansive parks, and cultural diversity. It is home to part of the Watchung Reservation, offering abundant outdoor recreation. Housing ranges from affordable starter homes to luxury estates. The township supports a robust sports and recreation program and an active civic life. Its downtown is modest but complemented by nearby Fanwood and Westfield commercial districts. Community pride runs deep, with events and organizations bringing residents together year-round.
Schools
Scotch Plains–Fanwood Public Schools share a district with neighboring Fanwood and are consistently ranked among Union County's strongest, highlighted by AP offerings and rich extracurricular, arts, and athletics programs (Niche).
Commute to NYC
NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line from nearby Fanwood Station reaches New York Penn with a Newark transfer in about 55 to 70 minutes, offering off-peak one-seat rides, and trains to Newark Penn take roughly 25 to 35 minutes.