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Moving to Montgomery, NJ
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About Montgomery
Montgomery is a semi-rural township in southern Somerset County (postal addresses Skillman, Belle Mead, Princeton) of large-lot single-family homes, preserved farmland. Housing is predominantly colonials and newer construction on generous lots, with the Village Shoppes at Montgomery as the commercial hub. It seeking a countryside feel near Princeton.
Home prices in Montgomery
Home prices in Montgomery vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Montgomery
- Skillman Park — 247-acre Somerset County park with trails, sports fields, and a dog park.
- Sourland Mountain Preserve — 4,000+ acre county park (partly in Montgomery) for hiking and biking.
- The Village Shoppes at Montgomery — the township's main shopping and dining center.
- Historic Harlingen — 18th-century Dutch settlement with the Harlingen Reformed Church.
- Cherry Valley Country Club — private golf club in Skillman.
- Princeton's University town — dining, culture, and shopping ~15 minutes away.
- The Sourland Mountain's scenic byways and farm stands.
Commuting from Montgomery
- No in-town train station. Nearest NJ Transit station: Princeton Junction (Northeast Corridor, ~20 minutes by car) or Somerville (Raritan Valley Line, ~25 minutes).
- Northeast Corridor trains from Princeton Junction reach NY Penn in roughly 55–70 minutes (approximate). RVL from Somerville offers select one-seat rides to NY Penn (per the NJ Transit RVL timetable, effective June 2026, read September 24, 2026).
- Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~60–75 minutes (approximate; longer with traffic).
Schools in Montgomery
Public schools: Montgomery Township 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.
Montgomery FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Montgomery, NJ?
Home prices in Montgomery vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Montgomery, NJ?
No in-town train station. Nearest NJ Transit station: Princeton Junction (Northeast Corridor, ~20 minutes by car) or Somerville (Raritan Valley Line, ~25 minutes). - Which school district serves Montgomery, NJ?
Montgomery is served by Montgomery Township School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New Jersey Department of Education.