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South Orange, NJ
South Orange · NJ 07079
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.2M
Median Price
30/100
Walk Score
7.1/10
Schools
35 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
71/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
30/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
South Orange offers a solid suburban lifestyle with top-rated schools and a low crime environment. The high median income and close ties to New York City make it appealing, though the cost of living and limited walkability are real trade‑offs.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated schools and strong academic reputation
- ✓Affluent community with low crime rates
- ✓Convenient NJ Transit access to Manhattan
- ✓Family‑friendly parks and community events
Real Talk
- !Very high housing prices and steep property taxes
- !Limited pedestrian infrastructure and few local dining options
- !Traffic congestion during peak commute times
- !Higher cost of childcare and school supplies
- $Annual property tax bills (often >$15,000)
- $Homeowners insurance and flood insurance premiums
- $HOA fees for certain developments
Best For
Affluent familiesStudents and academicsCommuters to New York CityHomeowners seeking long‑term appreciation
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
South Orange, NJ
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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