Denville, often referred to as the Hub of Morris County, is a vibrant and welcoming township known for its strong community feel, charming downtown, and exceptional quality of life. Conveniently located in northern New Jersey, Denville offers the perfect balance of suburban living with easy access to major highways, public transportation, and New York City.
The town’s lively downtown area is a major highlight, featuring locally owned shops, cafés, restaurants, and community events that bring residents together year-round. From seasonal festivals to casual nights out, downtown Denville creates a small-town atmosphere with modern conveniences.
Outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to Denville’s abundance of parks, trails, and lakes. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, walking paths, playgrounds, and recreational facilities, making it an ideal place for active lifestyles and family-friendly living. The town also places a strong emphasis on education, with highly regarded public schools and access to respected private school options nearby.
Denville offers a diverse housing market that includes single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and lake communities, appealing to first-time buyers, growing families, downsizers, and long-term residents alike. Its stable real estate market, combined with strong demand and a desirable location, makes Denville an attractive option for both homeowners and investors.
With NJ Transit rail and bus service, as well as proximity to Routes 10, 46, 80, and 287, commuting is convenient and flexible. Whether you’re heading into New York City or traveling throughout New Jersey, Denville’s central location makes getting around easy.
Overall, Denville combines charm, convenience, and community in a way few towns can match. Its welcoming neighborhoods, thriving downtown, excellent schools, and access to nature make it one of Morris County’s most sought-after places to call home.
18,203 people live in Denville, where the median age is 41.6 and the average individual income is $68,832. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Denville, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including NJ Snake Man, Beauty and the Blush, and KLouise Salon.
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| Active | 3.62 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.71 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.61 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.83 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.07 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.64 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Denville has 6,686 households, with an average household size of 2.69. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Denville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 18,203 people call Denville home. The population density is 1,567.6 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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