In the new building that replaced the old post office, the Cassidy debuted strong in late … Downtown Apartments for rent under $1500 in Maplewood, NJ - See official floorplans, pictures, prices & info for available Maplewood apartments near Downtown. Two nearby controlled-access highways serve Maplewood: the Garden State Parkway, which runs north–south, and Interstate 78, which runs east–west.[125]. This residential area is located in the West part of New York City, NJ. [73][74], For the 2018–2019 session (Senate, General Assembly), the 27th Legislative District of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Richard Codey (D, Roseland) and in the General Assembly by Mila Jasey (D, South Orange) and John F. McKeon (D, West Orange). Homes for sale in Maplewood, NJ have a median listing price of $575,000. Downtown Maplewood Neighborhood in Maplewood, NJ. Downtown Maplewood [1 - 299] Maplewood Ave Maplewood NJ 07040. [129][130] Independent Bus provides bus service on its 31 route. The population density was 6,207.1 people per square mile (2,393.6/km2). On the opposite side of town is another Olmsted work, South Mountain Reservation. The Cassidy. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.1 males. The free concert consists of local and national bands performing alongside various stalls showcasing local businesses. James Ricalton, a teacher born in New York of Scottish parents who became the school district's first permanent teacher, helped set the high standard of education that persists in the school district to this day. [22], The first European settlers arrived around 1675, primarily English, Dutch and French Puritans who had earlier settled Hempstead, Long Island, and Stamford, Connecticut, via Newark and Elizabeth. Maplewood is governed under the Township form of government, one of 141 municipalities (of the 565) statewide that use this form. Historic Downtown Maplewood is home to the Nation's First Green Dining District, restaurants and food purveyors practicing sustainability while serving delicious food. About Maplewood Maplewood is a Township in Essex County, NJ. Springfield Avenue is a state highway (Route 124, from Irvington to Morristown), and four thoroughfares are Essex County roads (Valley Street, Millburn Avenue, Irvington Avenue, Wyoming Avenue). If Downtown Maplewood is your favorite neighborhood in Maplewood, NJ, Apartment Finder will help you discover more than 7 amazing apartments with great deals, rent specials, and price drops. There are approximately 226 streets within Maplewood. See all 26 apartments and houses for rent in Maplewood, NJ, including cheap, affordable, luxury and pet-friendly rentals. Dine Al Fresco and enjoy dinner and drinks at award-winning restaurants. Address : PO Box 1360, Maplewood, NJ 07040 Phone : 973-762-4556 Email : maplewoodvillagealliance@yahoo.com Manager : Deb Yohannan Verjus. The racial makeup was 56.27% (13,430) White, 35.30% (8,426) Black or African American, 0.18% (44) Native American, 3.04% (725) Asian, 0.03% (6) Pacific Islander, 1.82% (434) from other races, and 3.36% (802) from two or more races. Work 155 Maplewood Avenue, upstairs Maplewood NJ 07040 Work Phone: (973) 986-1603 Website: Inspired Garden Categories: Florists, Services, Shopping Updated 11 months ago. [22], Those who came up today's Springfield Avenue settled on a hill crest near today's intersection between Tuscan and Springfield Avenue and established a hamlet known as North Farms. 3--Archie Campbell", Dr. Patricia 'Pat' Charache, 85, Hopkins infectious diseases specialist, medical microbiologist and educator, dies, "N.J. Attorney General Paula Dow leaves office after nearly 2 stressful, sometimes frustrating, years", "Essex County Dedicates Plaque for Raymond Durkin". [59] The governing body is a Township Committee, which is comprised of five members who are elected directly by the voters at-large in partisan elections to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either one or two seats coming up for election each year as part of the November general election in a three-year cycle. These three routes resulted in the development of three separate communities that coalesced to become Maplewood and South Orange. The median age was 39.6 years. A 1 bedroom apartment gives you just enough space to make it your own without being overwhelming. [21], When surveying the area now known as Maplewood, Robert Treat found several trails used by Lenape tribes of Algonquian Native Americans, though there was only sparse pre-European settlement. [52], Fishing and canoeing is available on the East Branch of the Rahway River, which travels through the township.[58]. Maplewood’s time honored tradition returns every Halloween from 3 to 5 pm! [75][76], Essex County is governed by a directly-elected County Executive, with legislative functions performed by the Board of Chosen Freeholders. Use at your own risk. [61], As of 2020[update], members of the Maplewood Township Committee are Mayor Frank E. McGehee (D, term on committee ends December 31, 2022; term as mayor ends 2020), Deputy Mayor Dean Dafis (D, term on committee and as deputy mayor ends 2020), Nancy Adams (D, 2021), Vic DeLuca (D, 2020) and Gregory Lembrich (D, 2021). About 1.5% of families and 2.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.5% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over. [24], The three communities developed and functioned independently, each establishing their own school associations: South Orange established the Columbian School in 1814, which would form the basis of Columbia High School; North Farms established the North Farms Association in 1817; and Jefferson Village the Jefferson Association in 1818. In 1867, when the State of New Jersey established public education through the School Law, the newly appointed County Superintendent merged the three associations into one school district, which was formalized in 1894 as the South Orange-Maplewood School District. County Clerk Christopher J. Durkin (West Caldwell; D, 2020),[92][93] In 2010, a group of 32 of these actors and technicians formed their own repertory theater company and named it Midtown Direct Rep, after the NJ Transit line on which they all commuted. These paths form the basis for what are the township's main thoroughfares today. Downtown New Jersey 344 Grove Street, Suite 251 Jersey City, NJ 07302 p: 201.472.0356 e: info@downtownnj.com The population density was 6,155.3 per square mile (2,376.6/km2). [23] The area became known for its orchards and related industries, including cider mills and rum distilleries, as well as honey and livestock. View floor plans, photos, prices and find the perfect rental today. Apartments for Rent in Downtown Maplewood, Maplewood, NJ. Find Retail Shopping local business listings in and near Maplewood, NJ. Although the residents of the area were predominantly Presbyterian, the first house of worship was a Baptist chapel in 1812. The apple harvest was apparently quite impressive and included the "Harrison" and "Canfield" varieties. Janine G. Bauer (D, District 3 - East Orange, Newark's West and Central Wards, Orange and South Orange; South Orange, appointed to serve on an interim basis),[83] [26], When the Morris and Essex Railroad from Newark was extended to the area in 1838, a land speculator by the name of John Shedden built a railroad station in Jefferson Village and named it Maplewood. South Mountain Elementary School Annex[118] (NA, K–1; South Orange), [101] In the 2004 presidential election, Democrat John Kerry received 76.3% of the vote (9,113 ballots cast), outpolling Republican George W. Bush with 22.7% (2,709 votes) and other candidates with 0.6% (90 votes), among the 11,943 ballots cast by the township's 15,289 registered voters, for a turnout percentage of 78.1. Tuscan Elementary School[119] (K–5, 616; Maplewood), Maplewood has a hot-summer humid continental climate (Köppen climate classification Dfa). [102], In the 2013 gubernatorial election, Democrat Barbara Buono received 69.0% of the vote (4,833 cast), ahead of Republican Chris Christie with 29.6% (2,074 votes), and other candidates with 1.4% (97 votes), among the 7,116 ballots cast by the township's 17,502 registered voters (112 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 40.7%. The township has a downtown area alternatively known as "the village" or "Maplewood Center" with a movie theater, several upscale and mid-scale restaurants, a small supermarket, independent café, two liquor stores, a toy store and an independent bookstore. Upon arriving on Maplewood Avenue, it was love at first sight. [25], Maplewood was originally formed as South Orange Township, which was created on April 1, 1861, from portions of Clinton Township and what was then the Town of Orange. The Cranford Roundhouse was on the New Jersey endangered sites list last year. The Maplewood Theater, designed by William E. 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