Known as the 'Hub of Morris County,' Denville blends a genuinely walkable, thriving downtown with lake-community charm and one of the better commuter setups in the county. It's a favorite for buyers who want restaurants, shops, and a train station without giving up neighborhood feel.
Downtown Denville is one of the county's best main streets — restaurants, cafes, boutiques and year-round events. The Indian Lake and Cedar Lake communities offer beaches, clubhouses, and lake living at approachable prices. Commuters get NJ Transit rail service toward Manhattan plus quick access to Routes 80, 46 and 10, and Saint Clare's Hospital anchors the town.
Denville offers strong value relative to its amenities. Much of the housing stock trades in the $450K–$900K range, from lake cottages and split-levels to newer custom construction. Well-priced homes near downtown or the lakes routinely attract multiple offers.
Romila has represented buyers and sellers throughout Denville, including a custom new-construction listing at 89 Pocono Rd and, in October 2026, the purchase of 1 Brodziak Rd, a 5-bedroom home on 1.19 acres that closed at $1,285,000. A recent Denville client wrote that she did an 'outstanding job' and 'swiftly secured a contract' — one of her 96 five-star Zillow reviews.
Many lake communities are run by private associations with annual dues, membership rules, and beach or boating rights. Terms vary, so Romila reviews them with buyers before an offer.
Inspection tip, radon: 24% of 4,455 homes tested in Denville measured at or above 4 pCi/L, the level where the EPA and NJDEP recommend fixing it (NJDEP Tier 2, moderate potential). The state recommends testing every home; a mitigation system typically runs about $1,200. Learn more.
Prices and dates from Zillow sales records. "Co-listed" means Romila shared the listing with a Weichert colleague. These are a sample of her 210 career sales; see the full sales history.
Denville runs its own K–8 district, with Lakeview and Riverview Elementary Schools and Valleyview Middle School. For high school, students attend Morris Knolls High School, part of the Morris Hills Regional District, which also offers magnet programs, including an International Baccalaureate diploma.
Sources: U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools (college readiness); state test results via AllK12; SchoolDigger (New Jersey Department of Education data), 2024–25. Rankings change each year; confirm school assignments for a specific address with the district.
Morris Knolls also hosts the district's Academy of Performing Arts magnet program and an International Baccalaureate diploma program.
Sources: NJSIAA championship records via Wikipedia; Shore Sports Network (2026 lacrosse final).
Considering private or specialty schools? See private and specialty school options in Morris County.
| Method | How | Typical travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Train | Denville station, Morristown Line Midtown Direct plus the Montclair-Boonton Line (about 91 weekday trains) | About 75 min to New York Penn Station, no transfer |
| Bus | Lakeland Bus Route 46 and I-80 service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal | Roughly 60–80 min, depending on traffic |
| Car | About 32 miles to Midtown via I-80 and the Lincoln Tunnel | About 50–60 min off-peak; rush hour can add 30 minutes or more |
| Newark Airport | About 25 miles by car | About 35–45 min off-peak |
Train times and frequencies are based on NJ Transit's published schedule data (September 2026) and published commute-time tables; bus routes are from the NJ Department of Transportation. Drive times are estimates calibrated to typical off-peak travel. Times vary by train and traffic, so check NJ Transit or a map app for your exact trip.
Schedules and service change; check NJ Transit for current trains and buses.
Downtown Denville, centered on Broadway and Main Street, is lined with restaurants, cafés, and shops, and it's a big reason buyers choose the town. The Tourne County Park, more than 540 acres shared with Boonton Township and Mountain Lakes, offers trails and a summit view of the New York City skyline. Lake communities such as Cedar Lake add a summer-camp feel close to home.
Romila Bajaj is a Morris County Realtor® with Weichert Realtors, helping buyers and sellers in Denville and across the county. See all towns in the Morris County real estate guide.
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