Moving to Summit, NJ

About Summit

Summit is one of Union County's premier commuter cities — a vibrant downtown on Springfield Avenue and a mix of historic estates, in-town condos and family neighborhoods, all anchored by Midtown Direct rail service. Major corporate presence and a strong civic culture round it out.

Home prices in Summit

The median listing price in Summit is $1,100,000.

Top places in Summit

• Downtown Summit (Springfield Avenue) — shops, restaurants, and the historic district (shown in the Commons photos below).
• Reeves-Reed Arboretum — gardens and trails.
• Visual Arts Center of New Jersey.
• Summit Playhouse — community theater.
• Summit Free Public Library.
• Maple Street outdoor dining (shown in the Commons photo below).

Commuting from Summit

• NJ Transit Morris & Essex Line with Midtown Direct one-seat service to NY Penn Station from Summit station (per NJ Transit M&E timetable, read September 24, 2026).
• Typical Midtown Direct trip to NY Penn: approximately 50–65 minutes (timetable shows e.g. a 9:00 AM departure reaching New York at 10:05).
• Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~40–55 minutes (approximate; no-traffic routing).

Schools in Summit

Public schools: Summit Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Summit FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Summit, NJ?
  The median listing price in Summit is $1,100,000. Dropped (under $1.5M)
• How is the commute from Summit, NJ?
  NJ Transit Morris & Essex Line with Midtown Direct one-seat service to NY Penn Station from Summit station (per NJ Transit M&E timetable, read September 24, 2026).
• Which school district serves Summit, NJ?
  Summit is served by Summit Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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