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Millburn-Short Hills, NJ

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Welcome to the land of the Millers!

Located in the southwest corner of Essex County, Millburn–Short Hills is one of New Jersey’s most desirable communities, offering a seamless commute to New York City via Midtown Direct trains and easy access to major highways.

Millburn is known for its charming downtown, vibrant restaurants, and cultural landmarks like the renowned Paper Mill Playhouse. Short Hills, a section of the township, is best known for its prestigious neighborhoods and luxury shopping at the Mall at Short Hills. Together, they create a community that balances historic character with modern sophistication.

The township is also home to one of New Jersey’s top-ranked school systems and a wealth of recreational amenities, including a community pool, par-3 golf course, and the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum. With distinct neighborhoods across both Millburn and Short Hills, the township offers a unique blend of small-town charm and upscale living.

Around Town…

Iced coffee with a chocolate chip cookie on top, in a clear plastic cup with a lid, placed on a gray table.

    • Literally anything off the Liv Breads menu - but our favs are the chocolate rugelach and margherita focaccia!

    • Obviously - a visit to Millburn Deli is in order! We love the Godfadda, the California BLT, and definitely get a side of pasta salad!

    • Dirty Brown Sugar Bubble Tea from Gong Cha

    • Dinner at Basilico - start with the crispy artichokes and move on to the Rigatoni Nduja or the Spaghettini all'Arrabbiata

The brick exterior of the Paper Mill Playhouse with a large clock on a brick pillar, showing 3:15. A poster advertises a theatrical performance with a group of performers on stage, with event details and sponsors listed. There is a rainbow pride flag hanging on the building, along with a blue banner and black lampposts lining the walkway. The area is decorated with flowers, trees, and brick pavement.
Modern shopping mall with Crate & Barrel storefront, landscaped front with trees, grass, and sidewalk, overcast sky.

    • Time to go on a shopping spree at the iconic Mall at Short Hills - plus pop into the new Eataly for all of your Italian culinary treats!

    • Looking for something cute for yourself or a friend? Paper Ribbon and Wrap

    • Prefer to shop local for your clothes? Bungalow is our fav!

A large brick house with a steep roof and green window frames, surrounded by a lush garden with trees, shrubs, and a stone pathway leading to the front door.

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Quick Facts:

Check out some “Quick Facts” here, or scroll down for a deeper look at the ins and outs of Millburn-Short Hills!

Millburn-Short Hills, NJ is such a special place to call home. Read below for some of our favorite local traditions and events!

  • Come enjoy a taste of Millburn/Short Hills at over 30 participating restaurants in 5 commercial districts.  The annual Restaurant Week of Millburn / Short Hills takes place annually in March.  Click here to see participating restaurants. 

    Check for updates here.

  • Visit the igloo village in Millburn, NJ on the Main Street Pedestrian Mall and at the Short Hills Train Station.  Enjoy 6 decked out igloos for residents & visitors to relax in, enjoy a coffee or simply take fabulous selfies.  For more information click here. 

  • Tour de Millburn is a community event celebrating safe bike riding in Millburn.

    Three options will be offered to township residents: 12 miles, 7 miles, and 2 miles. For more information click here.

  • Join your neighbors and friends at Millburn High School for all-day family-fun including a magician, kids’ DJ dance party, face painting, stilt walker, and ride a train around the park.  Celebrate at night with a great display of fireworks. Click here for more information.

  • Millburn Recreation Department hosts an annual Fishing Derby in Taylor Park each spring.  Check the Millburn Recreation page for details.  

  • During the winter months enjoy the outdoor ice skating rink at Taylor Park.  Click here to check the skating rink hours and details. 

  • Each fall, Millburn Recreation hosts an annual Golf Tournment at the Millburn Municipal Par 3 Golf Course.  Open to Township residents age 13+.  Details available on the Millburn Recreation website.  

  • Millburn Chamber of Commerce hosts an annual 5K run/walk and Kids Fun Run through the neighborhoods of Short Hills and Millburn. Music and celebration after the race in Town Hall Plaza.  Details available here. 

  • Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live local music performed on stage in Taylor Park during the Summer Concert Series. Click here to see the summer concert schedule.  

  • Over 50 businesses in Downtown Millburn host midday trick-or-treating event for preschoolers. 

  • Cheer on the Millers as Millburn High School student-athletes compete in fall, winter and spring sports each season.  Schedule information can be found here.  

  • Enjoy a performance at The Papermill Playhouse, a nationally recognized theater and playhouse.  Performance details and ticket information available here.  

Explore our interactive map to discover Millburn-Short Hill’s key locations! Everything from City Hall, to all of our schools, parks, clubs, and more!

Commuting Options

One of the amazing things about Millburn-Short Hills is the incredibly easy commute to NYC! With a direct train line running 7 days a week, it is truly a commuter’s dream.

All About Millburn-Short Hills Schools…

Spend a perfect day in Millburn-Short Hills

  • 9:30am - Arrive in Millburn:

    • Arrive by train to either Millburn Station or Short Hills Station or if driving - park at one of the parking lots in downtown Millburn.

    • Grab a coffee and fresh pastry and at Liv Breads Artisan Bakery on Essex Street (try the Chocolate Rugelach!) or

    • Grab a fresh authentic “Pastéis de Nata” (Portugal’s signature sweet and creamy custard cups)  from Casa das Natas on Millburn Ave

  • 11:00am - Start exploring the Millburn/Short Hills shopping scene:

  • 12:00pm - Grab Lunch at one of our favorites:

  • 1:00pm - Driving Tour:

    • Take a driving tour to learn about all of the different Millburn/Short Hills neighborhoods with a Price Group Buyer Specialist!

  • 3:00pm - Catch a matinee or take a historical walking tour:

    • Check out what is playing at the famous Papermill Playhouse, a nationally recognized theater in downtown Millburn or

    • Take in the history of Millburn/Short Hills with a historical walking tour of downtown or one of the beautiful town neighborhoods or parks, or

    • Enjoy a walk through the beautiful Greenwood Gardens, a treasured 28-acre public garden open in the summer months in Short Hills.

  • 5:00pm - Treat Yourself:

    • Relax with a sip and paint experience at Artevino Studio or

    • Enjoy happy hour while watching the trains arrive and leave at Boxcar Bar and Grill at the Short Hills Train Station

  • 6:00pm - Have dinner before heading out at one of our favorite places:

  • Then head back home, and reminisce on your amazing day spent in Millburn/Short Hills - and call your Price Group agent to start booking home tours!

Let’s take a step back in time…

Millburn began as a colonial farming community, later powered by 18th and 19th century mills and factories, before evolving into a Victorian-era suburb. Remnants of its past remain in landmarks like the Hessian House, the Paper Mill Playhouse, and historic neighborhoods such as Short Hills Park and Wyoming.

The township played a role in the Revolutionary War, with Washington’s troops nearby and the Battle of Springfield fought on its doorstep. Afterward, paper and hat mills fueled local growth, and the arrival of the Morris & Essex Railroad in 1835 connected Millburn to the region’s cities and markets.

The name “Millburn,” chosen in 1857, reflects both its Scottish roots (“burn” meaning stream) and its milling heritage. In the late 1800s, the Wyoming neighborhood and Stewart Hartshorn’s visionary Short Hills development transformed the area into one of the nation’s first planned commuter suburbs.

Black and white photo of a shopping plaza with storefronts, people walking, and a man with a backpack walking in the foreground, with plants and flowers in planters.
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A black-and-white photo of a vintage downtown street scene with parked cars, storefronts, and pedestrians. Signs for Kaiser’s Liquid Luncheonette and Moglia's Ice Cream Shop are visible.
Visit the millburn-short hills historical society website
Entrance of Short Hills Station with brick walls, teal window frames, black metal chairs, and wheelchair accessible ramp.

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