The colonial Ellis Cook House in East Hanover
The colonial Ellis Cook House in East Hanover. Photo by Jerrye & Roy Klotz, MD, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Community Guide · Morris County NJ · Updated October 2026

East Hanover, NJ Real Estate

East Hanover is a suburban township in eastern Morris County with established neighborhoods, a well-regarded regional high school, and one of the county's shortest drives to Newark Airport and Manhattan.

What Makes East Hanover Special

Close to the cityAbout 35–45 minutes to Midtown off-peak, among the shortest drives in Morris County.
Near Newark AirportAbout 20–30 minutes to Newark Liberty International Airport off-peak.
Hanover Park High SchoolRanked 104th in New Jersey in U.S. News 2026–27, with 55% of seniors taking AP exams.
Moderate tax billsAn average residential tax bill of $9,155 in 2024.
Highway accessRoute 10, I-280, and I-287 make the whole region easy to reach.
Established neighborhoodsSingle-family streets and townhome communities across the township.

Parks & Recreation

823 acres of open spacePublic land maintained by the township, the Morris County Park Commission, the nonprofit Wildlife Preserves, Inc., and the State of New Jersey.
Lurker ParkThe township's 89-acre main municipal park, off Ridgedale Avenue.
Nature preservesProtected wetlands and open space preserved by Wildlife Preserves, Inc.
Close to moreMorristown's historic parks and the Frelinghuysen Arboretum are a short drive away.

Sources: East Hanover Township via Wikipedia. Facilities and hours change; check with the town or park for current details.

Home Prices

about $913,000median estimated home value (RealtyTrac/ATTOM)Average residential property tax bill: $9,155 (2024) (NJ Division of Taxation). For comparison, the Morris County median sale price was about $756,000 over the three months through August 2026 (Redfin). For a precise value on a specific home, ask Romila for a free valuation.

Before you buy: test every home for radon and check its flood zone, as recommended by the state. See the cost and disclosure guide.

Schools

East Hanover runs its own K–8 schools; high school students attend Hanover Park High School, part of the Hanover Park Regional High School District shared with Hanover Township and Florham Park.

School stats
  • 104th in NJHanover Park High School, U.S. News 2026–27 (1,917th nationally)
  • 55%Seniors who took at least one AP exam

Source: U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools. Rankings change each year; confirm school assignments for a specific address with the district. See also private and specialty schools.

Commuting to New York City

MethodHowTypical travel time
TrainDrive to Morristown, Convent Station, or Morris Plains, NJ Transit Morristown Line (Midtown Direct)About 60–70 min to New York Penn Station, plus the drive
CarAbout 23 miles to MidtownAbout 35–45 min off-peak; rush hour can add 30 minutes or more
Newark AirportAbout 15 miles by carAbout 20–30 min off-peak

Train times based on NJ Transit schedule data and published commute tables; bus routes from the NJ Department of Transportation; drive times are estimates. Check NJ Transit or a map app for your exact trip.

Getting around & nearby
  • TrainNearby Morristown and Convent stations, NJ Transit
  • HighwaysRoute 10, I-280, and I-287
  • HospitalMorristown Medical Center, a short drive

Buying or Selling in East Hanover

Romila Bajaj serves East Hanover as part of her Morris County practice, with 211 career sales and a 5.0 rating from 96 client reviews. See her recent sales across the county, compare towns, or request a free valuation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do homes cost in East Hanover, NJ?

The typical home in East Hanover is valued at about $913,000 (median estimated home value (RealtyTrac/ATTOM)). The average residential property tax bill was $9,155 (2024), according to New Jersey state data.

What high school serves East Hanover?

East Hanover runs its own K–8 schools; high school students attend Hanover Park High School, part of the Hanover Park Regional High School District shared with Hanover Township and Florham Park.

Who is a top realtor in East Hanover, NJ?

Romila Bajaj of Weichert Realtors serves East Hanover as part of her Morris County practice. She has closed 211 home sales, holds a 5.0 rating across 96 Zillow reviews, was named to the 2025 Weichert 300, and has earned the NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award nine years in a row.

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