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.
Middletown, NY
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Mountain Creek, NJ
Thank you for the great job you did to find us a home, James! You worked tirelessly beyond anything we would have expected. You explained the strengths and weaknesses of the each of the homes we visited in detail. And, your years of experience in real estate and construction have been exceptionally valuable in finding the very best combination of features for our needs. Your knowledge saved us many hours of research.
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