Fanwood New Jersey
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Fanwood New Jersey History and Community Info
Fanwood homes offer a great way to sample a part of life in residential New Jersey. Located just outside Scotch Plains and within easy access of commuter routes to New York City, Fanwood provides residents with the opportunity to enjoy a great life without sacrificing any of the comforts they've come to expect from the place they call home.
With a variety of housing options ranging from Fanwood new homes in upscale communities to Fanwood condos in ideal locations, many people are discovering just how great this town is.
Life in Fanwood, NJ
Technically a borough, Fanwood is one of the smaller towns within the surrounding New Jersey area. However, it shares much of the same appeal of neighboring Westfield and Scotch Plains, in that the focus is on providing quality housing in an area that makes commuting easy. With local parks, shopping venues, and homes mixed together in just the right balance, Fanwood is one of the more popular locations for those who want to truly enjoy where they live.
Fanwood real estate is centrally located to provide access to all the boutiques, restaurants, local shops, and recreational amenities that make the area so appealing. Parks are spread out throughout the area, providing a dash of greenery to the landscape and providing an outlet for those who enjoy walking, biking, swimming, and playing sports. The schools here are among the best in New Jersey, with a high standing for academics, athletics, and the arts, and many people find that there are few places that feel quite as safe and secure as Fanwood. And with seasonal weather providing a warm respite in the summer months and often transforming the streets to a winter wonderland in the colder months, Fanwood is considered one of the most idyllic locations along this side of the United States.
Overall, much of this area has been developed with an eye to keeping things small and comfortable, but without ever sacrificing the modern amenities and luxury residents have come to enjoy. That means that in addition to the smaller shops and community features, there are also larger chain stores and homes built with every convenience in mind.
Fanwood Real Estate Possibilities
One of the greatest features about Fanwood homes is that there is such a wide variety of options for home buyers. Many of the available homes contain the charm of historic architecture and preservation, set in neighborhoods with tree-lined streets and well-established country clubs. Fanwood new homes are also set in neighborhoods that appeal to a community-oriented mindset, with homes in gated developments that have a focus on safety, security, and serenity.
For those looking for upscale Fanwood condos, there are options spread out throughout the downtown center and along the outlying areas. Ranging from simple townhouses to more elaborate condos, you can choose from amenities like swimming pools, jacuzzis, completely renovated interiors, and loft spaces.
Moving to Fanwood
It doesn't matter whether you're looking to change residences within the town, or you're moving to Fanwood for the first time – the reasons for living here are many! Commuters find the location of Fanwood to be particularly appealing thanks to easy access to Newark Liberty International Airport, as well as the local New Jersey Transit station with service to New York. And for those who want to ensure that they don't lose any of the more urban perks they've come to enjoy, there are shopping and outdoor recreation activities in abundance.
If you're ready to consider making a Fanwood home your own, contact us today. With years of experience in and around this idyllic part of the New Jersey landscape, no one is better situated to find you the perfect place to call home! | |
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Fanwood New Jersey
75 N Martine Avenue
Fanwood, NJ 07023
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
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City Departments
| Planning Board |
908-322-8236 |
| Construction Office |
908-322-5244 |
| Engineering Department |
908-322-7277 |
| Office of the Treasurer |
908-322-8236 |
| Department of Public Works |
908-322-7404 |
| Police Department |
908-322-5000 |
| Fire Department |
908-322-7020 |
| Health Department |
908-789-4070 |
| Fanwood Rescue Squad |
908-322-2067 |
| Community Emergency Response Team |
908-322-5000 x117 |
| Recreation Department |
908-370-7092 |
| Fanwood-Scotch Plains Recycling Association |
908-889-1891 |
| Tax Assessor |
908-322-8236 |
| Tax Collector |
908-322-8236 |
| Borough Clerk |
908-322-8236 |
| Municipal Court |
908-322-6750 |
| Permits & Licenses |
908-322-8236 |
| Historic Preservation Commission |
908-322-8236 |
| Local Assistance Board |
908-322-8236 |
| Shade Tree Commission |
908-322-8236 |
| Zoning Board |
908-322-5244 | |
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| Fanwood Public Schools
Fanwood Public Schools
Evergreen Ave & Cedar St,
Scotch Plains NJ
908-232-6161
District School Calendar
Registration Forms & Info
Sports Schedules
Westfield New Jersey School District Facts
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools serve approximately 5,500 students in grades Preschool-Grade12. The district offers a comprehensive academic program, excellent pupil services, an experienced and highly qualified staff, modest class sizes, and a wide variety of extracurricular athletics and activities.
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Transportation
New Jersey Transit
Bus Schedule
New Jersey Traffic Info
New Jersey Motor Vehicles Department
New Jersey Drivers License Info
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Things To Do in Fanwood NJ
Westfield offers many other venues for fun and activities. You can always check these websites for local events and activities. New Jersey.com
American Towns.com
Fun New Jersey.com
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Fanwood NJ Parks
LaGrande Park — playground, 2 baseball fields, 5 tennis courts, basketball court, recreation building. Building reservation and rental information.
LaGrande Avenue and Second Street
Forest Road Park — playground, 2 baseball fields, 2 tennis courts, basketball court, street hockey field, recreation building with kitchen. Building reservation and rental information.
Forest Road near Woodland Avenue
Carriage House Park — benches, walking path.
Watson Road betweeen Martine Avenue and Russell Road
The Basin — Grassy, bowl-shaped area behind Municipal Building parking lot.
Russell Road, between Watson Road and Paterson Road
The recreation buildings in LaGrande and Forest Road Parks are available for reservation and rental by organizations and individuals. Building reservation and rental information.
For information about field permits, email “rec” at “visitfanwood.com” (helps prevent spam; to use this address, remove quotes, remove all spaces, and replace “at” with @.
Or call the Recreation Department at 908-370-7092.
Fanwood Parks and Recreation
The Recreation Department sponsors a variety of youth, adult and family activities throughout the year. Young and mature alike can participate in a sporting activity or by showing creativity in an arts and crafts activity. Special events are held throughout the year. Call the Fanwood Rec Dept. at 908 370-7092.
Fanwood Recreation Department Calendar of Events
Fanwood Senior Citizens Services
Fanwood Recreation Department Program Guide
Facility Rental
Summer Camps |
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Miscellaneous Fanwood Info and Links
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Westfield Houses of Worship – Westfield, NJ
All Saints Episcopal Church
559 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-322-8047
Chrisitan Fellowship Center
1961 Raritan Road
Scotch Plains
908-232-3348
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1781 Raritan Road
Scotch Plains
908-889-5556
Congregation Beth Israel
Cliffwood Street and Martine Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-889-1830
Emanuel Baptist Church
1130 Lincoln Avenue
Fanwood
908-233-2322
Evangel Church
1251 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains
908-322-9300
Fanwood Presbyterian Church
74 Martine Avenue
Fanwood
908-889-8891
First Church of Christ Scientist
257 Midway Avenue
Fanwood
908-322-8461
First United Methodist Church of Scotch Plains
1171 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains
908-322-9222
Immaculate Heart of Mary
1571 Martine Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-889-2100
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Metropolitan Baptist Church
John Street
Scotch Plains
908-233-2855
Mt. Sinai Alpha Omega Church of Christ
2678 Plainfield Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-233-3010 or 233-9853
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Church
2032 Westfield Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-322-5192
St. John's Baptist Church
2387 Morse Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-232-6972
Scotch Plains Baptist Church
333 Park Avenue
Scotch Plains
908-322-5487
Scotch Plains Church of Christ
1800 Raritan Road
Scotch Plains
908-889-1690
Terrill Road Baptist Church
1340 Terrill Road
Scotch Plains
908-322-7151
Terrill Road Bible Chapel
535 Terrill Road
Fanwood
908-322-4055
Warren's Temple Church of The Living God
329 Evelyn Street
Scotch Plains
908-233-5690
Willow Grove Presbyterian Church
1961 Raritan Road
Scotch Plains
908-232-5678
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Woodside Chapel
5 Morse Avenue
Fanwood
908-889-2375 | | |
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Fanwood New Jersey Utility Services
A variety of companies and utilities provide a wide range of services for residents and businesses in the Town of Fanwood.
The Utility Services section provides new resident information, FAQs and information on the various services and programs.
PSE&G Electric Service
PSE&G offers electric service to residents and businesses in the Town of Fanwood. For more than 100 years, PSE&G has served more than 3.7 million customers each day covering nearly three quarters of all the people who live and work in New Jersey. PSE&G Solar 4 All Program
Information about PSE&G program to double its solar capacity. Under the program, PSE&G will own and operate 80 megawatts of solar power, to be installed by the end of 2013.
Trash Collection
Directory of Trash Collection and Disposal companies servicing Fanwood.
Verizon
Verizon offers internet, telephone and television service to residents and businesses in the Fanwood. |
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Union County Web Site
This is the official web site of the County of Union New Jersey. Site includes news, calendar of events, parks, telephone directory
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HOSPITALS
Overlook Hospital
99 Beauvoir Avenue
Summit, NJ 07902
908-522-2000
Muhlenberg Hospital
Park Ave & Randolph Road
Plainfield, NJ
908-668-2000
Rahway Hospital
865 Stone Street
Rahway, NJ
908-381-4200
Union Hospital
1000 Galloping Hill Road
Union, NJ 07083
908-687-1900
St. Elizabeth Hospital
225 Williamson Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07207
908-527-5000
Runnells Hospital
40 Watchung Way
Berkeley Heights, NJ
908-771-5700
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GROCERY STORES
A & P Food Store
105 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 756-9215
Metro America Sales Inc
137 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 490-0001 |
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RESTAURANTS
Dunkin' Donuts
257 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 322-2454
Ginger Sushi
266 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 490-0013
Havana Express
200 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 322-3366
China Moon
264 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 490-1133
Double Dipper Cafe
38 S Martine Ave # A, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 490-0102
South Street Cafe Pizza
217 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 322-0200
Rice
46 South Martine Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 322-8383
Fanwood Bagels & Deli -
32 South Martine Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 322-4200
Flannery's Pub
200 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
(908) 322-3700 |
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| FANWOOD RADIO AND TV |
Strongest AM radio stations in Fanwood:
WMCA (570 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: SALEM MEDIA OF NEW YORK, LLC)
WOR (710 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: BUCKLEY BROADCASTING CORPORATION)
WINS (1010 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
WJDM (1530 AM; 10 kW; ELIZABETH, NJ; Owner: RADIO UNICA OF NEW YORK LICENSE CORP)
WEPN (1050 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: NEW YORK AM RADIO, LLC)
WABC (770 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: WABC-AM RADIO, INC.)
WBBR (1130 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: BLOOMBERG COMMUNICATIONS INC.)
WADO (1280 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: WADO-AM LICENSE CORP.)
WLIB (1190 AM; 30 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: ICBC BROADCAST HOLDINGS-NY, INC.)
WSNR (620 AM; 20 kW; JERSEY CITY, NJ)
WFAN (660 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
WQEW (1560 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: THE NEW YORK TIMES ELECTRONIC MEDIA COMPANY)
WCBS (880 AM; 50 kW; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
Strongest FM radio stations in Fanwood:
WRKS (98.7 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: EMMIS RADIO LICENSE CORP OF NEW YORK)
WAWZ (99.1 FM; ZAREPHATH, NJ; Owner: PILLAR OF FIRE)
WNEW (102.7 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
WNYC-FM (93.9 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: WNYC RADIO)
WPAT-FM (93.1 FM; PATERSON, NJ; Owner: WPAT LICENSING, INC.)
WQCD (101.9 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: EMMIS RADIO LICENSE CORPORATION)
WKTU (103.5 FM; LAKE SUCCESS, NY; Owner: AMFM RADIO LICENSES, LLC)
WCAA (105.9 FM; NEWARK, NJ; Owner: WADO-AM LICENSE CORP. ("WADO"))
WBAI (99.5 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: PACIFICA FOUNDATION, INC.)
WBLS (107.5 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: ICBC BROADCAST HOLDINGS-NY, INC.)
WLTW (106.7 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: AMFM NEW YORK LICENSES, LLC)
WQXR-FM (96.3 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: THE NEW YORK TIMES ELECTRONIC MEDIA COMPANY)
WSKQ-FM (97.9 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: WSKQ LICENSING, INC.)
WXRK (92.3 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
WAXQ (104.3 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: AMFM NEW YORK LICENSES, LLC)
WHTZ (100.3 FM; NEWARK, NJ; Owner: AMFM RADIO LICENSES, L.L.C.)
WWPR-FM (105.1 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: AMFM RADIO LICENSES, L.L.C.)
WQHT (97.1 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: EMMIS LICENSE CORPORATION OF NEW YORK)
WCBS-FM (101.1 FM; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
WFME (94.7 FM; NEWARK, NJ; Owner: FAMILY STATIONS, INC.)
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TV broadcast stations around Fanwood:
WLBX-LP (Channel 22; CRANFORD, NJ; Owner: RENARD COMMUNICATIONS CORP.)
WCBS-TV (Channel 2; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: CBS BROADCASTING INC.)
WPXO-LP (Channel 34; EAST ORANGE, NJ; Owner: PAXSON COMMUNICATIONS LPTV, INC.)
WNYW (Channel 5; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: FOX TELEVISION STATIONS, INC.)
WABC-TV (Channel 7; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: AMERICAN BROADCASTING COMPANIES, INC)
WPIX (Channel 11; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: WPIX, INC.)
WWOR-TV (Channel 9; SECAUCUS, NJ; Owner: FOX TELEVISION STATIONS, INC.)
WNJB (Channel 58; NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ; Owner: NEW JERSEY PUBLIC BROADCASTING AUTHORITY)
WPXN-TV (Channel 31; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: PAXSON COMMUNICATIONS LICENSE COMPANY, LLC)
WNBC (Channel 4; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: NATIONAL BROADCASTING COMPANY, INC.)
WNET (Channel 13; NEWARK, NJ; Owner: EDUCATIONAL BROADCASTING CORPORATION)
WXTV (Channel 41; PATERSON, NJ; Owner: WXTV LICENSE PARTNERSHIP, G.P.)
WNJU (Channel 47; LINDEN, NJ; Owner: WNJU LICENSE CORPORATION)
WFUT (Channel 68; NEWARK, NJ; Owner: UNIVISION NEW YORK LLC)
WNYE-TV (Channel 25; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: NEW YORK CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION)
WXNY-LP (Channel 32; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: ISLAND BROADCASTING COMPANY)
WKOB-LP (Channel 53; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: WKOB COMMUNICATIONS, INC.)
WEBR-CA (Channel 17; MANHATTAN, NY; Owner: K LICENSEE INC.)
WRNN-LP (Channel 57; NYACK, NY; Owner: LP NYACK LIMITED PARTNERSHIP)
W54CZ (Channel 54; MORRISTOWN, NJ; Owner: WLNY-TV, INC.)
W36AS (Channel 36; NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ; Owner: DEEPAK VISWANATH)
W60AI (Channel 60; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: VENTANA TELEVISION, INC.)
WNXY-LP (Channel 26; NEW YORK, NY; Owner: ISLAND BROADCASTING COMPANY)
WNJT (Channel 52; TRENTON, NJ; Owner: NEW JERSEY PUBLIC BROADCASTING AUTHORITY)
W33BS (Channel 33; DARIEN, CT; Owner: CT&T BROADCASTING, INC.) | |
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