Living in Nutley 2026 Guide
A Walk Score 81 township with bus-only service to the Port Authority (no rail station in town), riverside parks along the Third River including the 28.75-acre Yanticaw Park, and its own K-12 Nutley Public Schools district.
Riverside parks & dining - the Franklin Avenue dining strip, riverside parks along the Third River, and a Walk Score of 81.
Direct NYC bus - NJ Transit 191/192 express to Port Authority in ~35–45 min, plus easy GSP/Route 3 highway access.
Pricing reality - median sale price in a ~$675K-$698K range (Redfin 07110, up ~7.4% year over year on the three-month read), with a sale-to-list ratio near 103% (homes typically selling at or just above list) and homes going under contract in about 26 days (down from 61 a year earlier). Redfin's 07110 listings page shows about 52 homes for sale, with Movoto counting 79 active listings and about 6 new. One of the most accessible entry points in Essex County, with condos and townhomes available at more modest county-wide medians. Homes often sell at or above asking - list price is a strategy, not a ceiling.
The numbers - a Walk Score of 81, bus-only service to the Port Authority (no rail in town), and the 28.75-acre Yanticaw Park plus municipal riverside parks along the Third River. Median values run below the rail towns; let's compare comps for your target streets. See our Nutley selling guide for sellers, or get a home value estimate.
Riverside Living Along the Third River: Discovering Nutley, NJ
Nutley is a residential borough in Essex County with a compact, walkable core. Quiet, tree-lined streets frame the neighborhoods, and its commercial thoroughfare, **Franklin Avenue**, features Italian bakeries, modern dining spaces, local apparel shops, and neighborhood grocery stands.
Nutley’s housing inventory mixes quality construction and maintained properties: buyers can choose from updated colonial-style single-family houses, Tudor cottages, and craftsman-style capes with manicured lawn fronts. Its pricing and moderate tax brackets offer an accessible entry into the Essex County real estate market.
Commuter Logistics: Direct NYC Bus Routes (191 & 192 NJ Transit Buses)
While Nutley doesn't have an active railway station inside town borders, it provides exceptionally quick and straightforward bus transit links right into the heart of Manhattan:
- NJ Transit Bus 191 & 192: Nutley commuters enjoy direct express bus lines running frequently throughout town. These lines travel via Route 3 and Route 495, transporting riders directly into the **Port Authority Bus Terminal** in New York City in approximately 35-45 minutes.
- Easy Highway Access: For professionals who drive, Nutley stands in a premier geographic pocket, sitting directly beside the Garden State Parkway, Route 3, Route 21, and the NJ Turnpike, allowing easy regional road travel.
- Proximity to Trains: Commuters who prefer rail lines are only a short 5-10 minute drive from active train platforms in neighboring Clifton, Bloomfield, or Lyndhurst.
Nutley's Crown Jewels: Stream-Side Parks & Top Schools
The physical layout of Nutley is famously centered around a continuous, sprawling ribbon of municipal park systems lining the Yanticaw River.
The Muddy Road & Yanticaw Parks: Highlights like **Memorial Park (Yanticaw)** and **Kingsland Park** feature historic brick paths, stone footbridges, and weeping willow canopies framing scenic running/walking paths, athletic complexes, and quiet playgrounds.
Nutley Schools: Residents appreciate Nutley's dedicated public school district, known for its small-classroom configurations, deeply committed educators, and strong neighborhood elementary schools that feed smoothly into Nutley High School.
Lush Linear Greenspace
The town's parks form a continuous green line right through town, offering residents endless options for nature strolls, fishing, sports, and scenic dog walking.
Franklin Avenue Dining
Enjoy local dining along Franklin Avenue. Grab pizza straight from the wood-fired ovens at Luna Wood Fire Tavern, or explore the family-owned Italian bakeries and restaurants that line the avenue. (The acclaimed MEAL restaurant closed permanently in May 2026.)
What Homes Actually Sell For
List prices are a strategy, not a ceiling. Per Redfin's 07110 data, the median sale price in Nutley sits around $698K over the last three months (up roughly 7.4% year over year), with Redfin's ZIP-page widget reads near $675K at a 103.1% sale-to-list ratio and 102.8% on a second listing-page read, so the exact number depends on the window. Homes go under contract in roughly 26 days (down from 61 a year earlier; Zillow shows homes going to pending in about 16 days), and the sale-to-list ratio reads near 103% (homes selling at or just above list on average). Zillow's average home value reads ~$671K (up ~3.3% year over year). Inventory: Redfin's 07110 listings page shows about 52 homes for sale, and Movoto counted 79 active listings with about 6 new, with 51 homes sold in May 2026 and an average of 3 offers per home. While Nutley is one of the more accessible markets in Essex County, homes still routinely sell at or above asking. Well-priced colonials and Tudors near Memorial Park and Franklin Avenue attract competitive offers. Condos and townhomes offer an even more accessible path for first-time buyers.
The Nutley reality: At a ~$675K-$698K median depending on the window (Redfin's three-month read vs. its ZIP-page widgets), with homes typically moving in about 26 days and selling at roughly 103% of list price, this remains one of the most accessible entry points in Essex County. Inventory stays active (about 52 homes for sale per Redfin, 79 per Movoto with about 6 new), and well-priced homes often sell at or above asking. With its own K-12 school district, a Walk Score of 81, and a median below the rail towns, the entry point remains accessible. Come pre-approved and ready.
Source: Redfin 07110 ZIP housing market, Zillow 07110 homes for sale, and Movoto 07110 market trends, accessed October 26, 2026. Figures reflect public market data as reported by each source and change frequently.
Commute & Transit
Everything NYC relocators need to know
- No rail service in town
No rail station in Nutley. Commuters use bus or shuttle connections.
- NJ Transit Bus 71
- NJ Transit Bus 191
- 191 Express to Port Authority via Route 3 / Lincoln Tunnel
- 71 local service connecting to Bloomfield and Clifton
No station parking - Nutley is bus-based. Street parking is plentiful in residential areas. Commuters driving to nearby stations (Clifton or Bloomfield) should plan for station lot parking with permits.
Nutley is bus-commute oriented. NJ Transit express buses run directly to Port Authority via Route 3 and Route 495. For rail, Clifton and Bloomfield stations are a short drive away.
Nutley Spotlight
| County | Essex |
| Public Schools | Nutley Public Schools |
| Direct NYC Bus | NJ Transit 191 / 192 |
| Transit Terminus | Port Authority Terminal |
| Key Linear Park | Memorial / Kingsland |
| Community Vibe | Generational & Secure |
Sorelle's Nutley Tip
"Nutley is genuinely walkable (Walk Score 81), has stream-side parks along the Third River, and at a ~$675K-$698K median it remains one of the more accessible entry points in Essex County. Homes go under contract in about 26 days and still sell at or above asking, so come pre-approved and ready. Every situation is different - let's talk through what makes sense for yours."
Property Taxes in Nutley NJ
Per the NJ Division of Taxation's MOD IV Average Residential Statistics report, the average residential property tax bill in Nutley for Tax Year 2025 was $13,316, with an effective (equalized) tax rate of 2.426 per $100 of equalized value in the Division's 2025 General Tax Rates table. The figure is cross-checked against Patch's town-by-town Essex County property tax list for the same tax year; the amount you actually pay depends on the assessed value of the specific home.
Use these as a planning anchor, not a quote: your bill is set by the year's rate and the home's assessed value. Sources are listed at the bottom of this page.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nutley
Per Redfin's 07110 data, the median sale price in Nutley sits around $698K over the last three months (up roughly 7.4% year over year), with ZIP-page widget reads near $675K. Homes go under contract in roughly 26 days (down from 61 a year earlier) with a sale-to-list ratio near 103% (homes selling at or just above list on average). Zillow's average home value reads ~$671K (up ~3.3% year over year). Redfin's 07110 listings page shows about 52 homes for sale, and Movoto counted 79 active listings with about 6 new. Nutley is one of the most accessible entry points in Essex County.
Nutley is served by NJ Transit Bus 191 and 192, which provide express service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal via Route 3 and Route 495. The commute takes approximately 35–45 minutes. Clifton and Bloomfield train stations are also a short drive away.
Nutley doesn't have a train station in town, but NJ Transit Bus 191 and 192 run express to Port Authority. Nutley is also a 5–10 minute drive from train stations in Clifton (Main Line), Bloomfield (Montclair-Boonton), and Lyndhurst.
The average residential property tax bill in Nutley for Tax Year 2025 was $13,316, with an effective rate of 2.426 per $100 of equalized value (NJ Division of Taxation). Your actual bill depends on the assessed value of the specific home, so I'll run the exact number for any property you are considering.
Yes, Nutley posts a Walk Score of 81 on walkscore.com, especially around Franklin Avenue, the town's main commercial strip with local restaurants, bakeries, and shops. Memorial Park and the riverside parks along the Yanticaw Brook/Third River, including the 28.75-acre Essex County Yanticaw Park, are also easily accessible on foot from many neighborhoods.
Nutley features colonial-style single-family homes, Tudor cottages, and craftsman-style capes with manicured lawns, plus well-maintained multi-family properties near the downtown.
Nutley's parks form a continuous green ribbon along the Yanticaw River. Memorial Park (Yanticaw) features historic brick paths, stone footbridges, and weeping willow canopies. Kingsland Park offers athletic facilities and walking paths. Both are beloved community gathering spots.
Franklin Avenue is Nutley's dining heart. Luna Wood Fire Tavern offers wood-fired pizza, and the avenue also features Italian bakeries, local grocery stands, and family-owned restaurants. (MEAL, a longtime acclaimed spot, closed permanently in May 2026.)
Nutley Public Schools runs its own K-12 district, capped by Nutley High School.
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- NJ Division of Taxation, MOD IV Average Residential Statistics, Tax Year 2025 (Nutley average residential tax bill: $13,316)
- NJ Division of Taxation, 2025 General Tax Rates (Nutley effective rate: 2.426 per $100)
- Patch, Essex County Ranked By Property Taxes (Tax Year 2025) (cross-check)
- Walk Score, Nutley NJ (Walk Score 81)
- Essex County Parks, Yanticaw Park (28.75 acres)
All figures carry the year attached; the state republishes tax tables annually and market and park data change, so confirm current figures before relying on them.