New Jersey relocation guide
Moving to East Orange, NJ
About East Orange
East Orange is a city of roughly 69,000 in central Essex County, bordering Newark, Orange, and South Orange. It is a major urban residential center with a rich history — once known as a streetcar suburb of Newark with grand apartment buildings and commercial districts along Central and Main Streets. The city has two NJ Transit rail stations on the Morris & Essex Lines and a vibrant community. Revitalization efforts continue along the transit corridors.
Home prices in East Orange
Home prices in East Orange vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in East Orange
- Brick Church station area — transit hub and surrounding commercial district.
- Central Avenue Commercial Historic District — early-20th-century commercial architecture (shown in the Commons photo below).
- East Orange City Hall — landmark municipal building (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Soverel Park — neighborhood park with recreation facilities.
- Elmwood Park — parkland along the city's eastern edge.
- Watsessing Park — Essex County park partially in East Orange.
- East Orange Public Library — the main library on Main Street.
- Paul Robeson Stadium — city stadium hosting football and community events.
Commuting from East Orange
- NJ Transit Morris & Essex Lines; East Orange and Brick Church stations in-city, with service to NY Penn Station of roughly 25–40 minutes depending on train and stopping pattern (per NJ Transit Morris & Essex timetable, effective May 31, 2026; read September 24, 2026).
- NJ Transit buses connect the city to Newark and Port Authority.
- Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: 20–30 minutes without traffic.
Schools in East Orange
Public schools: East Orange School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
East Orange FAQs
- What is the housing market like in East Orange, NJ?
Home prices in East Orange vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from East Orange, NJ?
NJ Transit Morris & Essex Lines; East Orange and Brick Church stations in-city, with service to NY Penn Station of roughly 25–40 minutes depending on train and stopping pattern (per NJ Transit Morris & Essex timetable, effective May 31, 2026; read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves East Orange, NJ?
East Orange is served by East Orange School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Town government
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New Jersey Department of Education.