A local’s guide from Perri K. Feldman, a lifelong Midtown Direct local and Realtor who has closed transactions in 24 New Jersey communities. Last updated October 2026.
Millburn and Short Hills are my hometown. I attended Deerfield School in Short Hills when it was brand new and graduated from Millburn High School, and my office is on Millburn Avenue. Buyers come here for one of New Jersey’s top school districts, a direct train to Penn Station, and a choice between Millburn’s lively town center and Short Hills’ estate-style streets.
Millburn Township is one municipality with two personalities: Millburn in the east and south, and Short Hills in the north and west, with its own train station and post office.
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Millburn & Short Hills at a glance
| Commute to NYC | Two stations on NJ Transit’s Morristown Line with Midtown Direct trains to New York Penn Station. Short Hills is typically 39–47 minutes, and Millburn is typically 34–44 minutes. |
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| Schools | Millburn Township Public Schools: Niche 2027 A+, #14 district in New Jersey. Millburn High School is #15 in New Jersey (U.S. News), and Glenwood School is the #3 elementary school in the state. |
| Typical price range | About $1.5M to $5M+ |
| Market snapshot | Millburn & Short Hills, 2026 year to date (GSMLS): average sale price $2,449,107, 23 days on market, homes selling at 104% of list price. |
| Known for | Top-ranked schools, The Mall at Short Hills, Paper Mill Playhouse, South Mountain Reservation |
Neighborhoods
Millburn
- Wyoming: one of the older sections, with many late-1800s homes on grid-pattern streets.
- South Mountain: Tudors and English Colonials on tree-lined streets near Taylor Park.
- Millburn Center: the commercial hub, with older homes, two-family houses and apartments close to the train.
Short Hills
- Old Short Hills: the largest residential area, with large homes including Queen Anne Victorians, and a historic designation.
- Glenwood: center-hall Colonials from the late 1920s, close to the Short Hills train station.
- Hartshorn, Country Club and White Oak Ridge: mostly 1950s neighborhoods on gently sloping streets.
- Fairfield and Mountaintop: post-1940s homes on roughly half-acre lots near Deerfield School.
Schools
How Millburn Township Public Schools stacks up in the latest rankings:
- Niche 2027: A+ overall, #14 of 244 school districts in New Jersey and #2 of 17 in Essex County. See the Niche rankings
- Millburn High School: #15 in New Jersey in U.S. News 2026–2027 Best High Schools, with a 98% graduation rate and a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. See the U.S. News profile
- Glenwood School in Short Hills: #3 of 1,386 elementary schools in New Jersey in U.S. News 2027 Best Elementary Schools. South Mountain (#17) and Wyoming (#23) are also in the state’s top 25. See U.S. News
I attended Deerfield School and graduated from Millburn High School, so I can tell you what the experience is really like.
Life here
The Mall at Short Hills brings luxury shopping. Paper Mill Playhouse has been a regional theater landmark since 1934. About half of South Mountain Reservation lies in the township, and the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum is a quiet favorite. In town, my go-to restaurants are La Pergola and Vinnie’s, and Dilli Dilli has just opened. My favorite place to shop is The Life, and of course the mall. If you are looking for a salon that can do it all, Dolce is the one. Ask for Dea for color and Jen for cut and styling, and let them know Perri sent you.
How Millburn & Short Hills compare
Buyers often weigh Short Hills against Summit and Madison. Short Hills has the highest price range of the three and the most estate-style lots. Some of my clients arrive certain they want Short Hills and end up loving Madison. Buyers looking for value next door also look at Springfield, which has a jitney to the Short Hills station.
Millburn and Short Hills FAQ
How long is the commute from Millburn and Short Hills to New York City?
Two stations on NJ Transit’s Morristown Line with Midtown Direct trains to New York Penn Station. Short Hills is typically 39–47 minutes, and Millburn is typically 34–44 minutes.
How much do homes cost in Millburn and Short Hills?
Typical prices: about $1.5M to $5M+. Millburn & Short Hills, 2026 year to date (GSMLS): average sale price $2,449,107, 23 days on market, homes selling at 104% of list price.
How are the schools in Millburn and Short Hills?
Millburn Township Public Schools: Niche 2027 A+, #14 district in New Jersey. Millburn High School is #15 in New Jersey (U.S. News), and Glenwood School is the #3 elementary school in the state.
What stands out about Millburn and Short Hills?
Top-ranked schools, The Mall at Short Hills, Paper Mill Playhouse, South Mountain Reservation.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Millburn and Short Hills?
Perri K. Feldman, a lifelong local Realtor with Keller Williams Premier Properties, has offices in Short Hills and Summit and has closed transactions in 24 New Jersey communities. Call 973-650-4727 or email perri@midtowndirecthomes.com.
Local resources
Town, schools & library
Culture & things to do
- Paper Mill Playhouse
- Cora Hartshorn Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary
- Millburn-Short Hills Historical Society
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Not sure Millburn or Short Hills is the one? Let’s talk.
Coffee, Zoom or a phone call. We’ll talk about your work, your commute and your priorities, and I’ll tell you honestly how Millburn or Short Hills compares with the other towns on your list.
(973) 650-4727 · perri@midtowndirecthomes.com · Schedule a Consultation
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- Best NJ Towns for NYC Commuters: my guide to choosing your town
- Summit, NJ guide
- Madison, NJ guide
- Springfield, NJ guide
- Free NJ Home Buyer’s Guide
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Perri K. Feldman is a licensed real estate Sales Associate with Keller Williams Realty in Short Hills and Summit, New Jersey. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Sources: Niche, Millburn HS. Figures change monthly; call for the latest.
