"You looked so very pretty / when we met in ocean city / like someone oh so easy to adore. / I sang this little ditty / on our way through ocean city, / heading south along the Jersey shore." -- "On My Way to Cape May" by Maurice "Buddy" Nugent
The community of Mountainside is a small borough located in Union County, New Jersey, not far from Newark, NJ, and New York City, NY. At the time of the last census, the population was just over 6,500 people and is still thriving today. Mountainside is roughly five miles in size and is bordered by Summit to the north, Springfield Township to the east and Westfield to the south.
If you're looking for apartments for rent in Mountainside, New Jersey, you've come to the right place
"You looked so very pretty / when we met in ocean city / like someone oh so easy to adore. / I sang this little ditty / on our way through ocean city, / heading south along the Jersey shore." -- "On My Way to Cape May" by Maurice "Buddy" Nugent
The community of Mountainside is a small borough located in Union County, New Jersey, not far from Newark, NJ, and New York City, NY. At the time of the last census, the population was just over 6,500 people and is still thriving today. Mountainside is roughly five miles in size and is bordered by Summit to the north, Springfield Township to the east and Westfield to the south.
If you're looking for apartments for rent in Mountainside, New Jersey, you've come to the right place. You'll find that home for rent or an apt for rent, and townhouses for rent are also available if you suddenly change your mind -- it's okay we understand. Just be sure to give yourself at least a month to find a rental in this community, as rentals can fly off the market quickly. Check online listings and the local paper and peruse the streets of town, on foot or by car, to find the best spot for you. Be sure to come equipped with the kind of information most landlords require today: your ID, credit report and bank statements or W2s.
With plenty of green space and easy commuting, Mountainside's communities are each appealing places to call home.
Summit Road: The ideal spot for those who love to be in center of the action, the Summit Road neighborhood is located right in the middle of town with easy access to the Echo Lake Country Club, Route 22 Retail Outlet and Springfield Gardens. Here you can enjoy a nice mix of apartments and condos.
Milltown Road: This is a great spot for those who enjoy spending time walking or hiking. Nearby Lenape Park provides plenty of motivation to get out and get moving. Walk, bike, play sports or just enjoy the trees and grass. There are many great apartments to rent as well as detached houses.
Woodland Avenue: This is the place to make a splash. After all, this centrally-located neighborhood is ideal for access to the Orange Avenue Public Pool, community center and several beautiful green spaces. You can easy find a great number of excellent apartments as well as condos, townhouses and rental homes.
This scenic, suburban community offers convenient proximity to nearby Newark and New York City. Within the community, several amazing parks, such as Nomahegan Park, Lenape Park, Echo Lake Park and the Echo Park Country Club, provide great places to explore the outdoors and get some nice fresh air all year long. The weather here is great for those who enjoy experiencing the four seasons in all their glory. Spring and summer are warm and sunny, fall brings beautiful brown, orange and red leaves to Mountainside's many trees, and winter is usually dusted with snow. If you love to get out in the great outdoors, then this is the spot -- and at the same time, you can easily access all the thrills of the Big Apple with just a short drive.
