Southern Orange County, NY

Warwick, Middletown, Centerville

Southern Orange County, NY, Real Estate, Lifestyle Overview and Homes for Sale

Southern Orange County, NY General Description

Market Conditions

  • Strong lifestyle-driven demand
  • Limited new construction
  • High appeal to NYC buyers

Southern Orange County, NY Real Estate and Housing Market

Home Styles & Architecture

  • Colonial and Center Hall Colonials
  • Cape Cods and expanded ranches
  • Contemporary and chalet-style homes near resort areas
  • Historic farmhouses and stone homes (Lafayette & Wantage)
  • Townhomes and condominiums in Vernon and Hardyston resort zones
  • Most homes were built between the 1960s and early 2000s, with select newer communities.

 

Housing Types & Density

  • Predominantly single-family detached homes
  • Moderate-to-low housing density
  • Concentrated condo and townhome developments in Vernon & Hardyston

 

Northeast Sussex County NJ Home Prices

  • Typical price range: $325,000 – $700,000+
  • Entry-level condos/townhomes: $200,000 – $350,000
  • Lakefront, view, or acreage properties command premium pricing
  • Overall, the market is considered mid-range to upper-mid-range, offering strong value relative to Morris, Bergen, or Passaic Counties.

Southern Orange County, NY Market Conditions

Market Conditions

  • Strong lifestyle-driven demand
  • Limited new construction
  • High appeal to NYC buyers

Southern Orange County, NY Healthcare and Medical Access

Nearby, renowned regional hospitals that provide the network of medical services needed in the New Jersey Gold Coast area include:

  • Middletown Hospital
  • Morristown Medical Center (Atlantic health System)

Southern Orange County, NY Transportation and Commuting

Transportation

  • Metro-North & NJ Transit (Port Jervis Line)
  • Route 17, NY Thruway
  • Commute: 75–90 minutes to NYC

Southern Orange County, NY Statistical Profile

Community Profile

  • Population: ~75,000 (combined)
  • Median household income: $85,000 – $100,000
  • Household type: Predominantly owner-occupied
  • Average household size: ~2.6

Southern Orange County, NY Lifestyle, Dining and Entertainment

The Appalachian at Mountain Creek is an All-Season Mountain & Adventure Resort with a Slope-side lodging resort base

This resort hotel is located at the Mountain Creek Resort in northeastern Sussex County and blending adventure with convenience and comfort—all within the scenic Vernon Valley region.

The Mountain Creek Resort is a premier outdoor activity center offering:

  • Winter Sports: Extensive skiing and snowboarding with well-maintained trails and lifts.
  • Summer Fun: Seasonal water parks, water slides, mountain biking parks, and aerial adventure/ziplines.
  • Year-Round Events: Zip lines, alpine coaster thrills, seasonal festivals, and family adventures.
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