A quiet, well-run township with a Manhattan commute under 45 minutes.
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Springfield is a 5.1-square-mile Union County township of roughly 17,500 residents — one of the more under-the-radar Union County markets that quietly delivers strong fundamentals. The township sits at a convenient cross-roads: between Summit to the north, Millburn-Short Hills to the northeast, and Maplewood to the east, with easy access to Route 24 for commuting and the famous Baltusrol Golf Club (host of multiple US Opens) on the township's eastern edge. Springfield offers many of the premium suburban benefits of neighboring towns — strong schools, well-kept residential streets, mature trees, family-oriented community — at meaningfully more accessible pricing.
Our Union office works the Springfield market continuously — first-time buyers attracted to the value relative to neighboring premium towns, families upsizing into the substantial homes near Baltusrol, and downsizers staying close to their established networks.
Springfield's housing is largely single-family — colonials, ranches, split-levels, and capes built between the 1940s and 1970s, with pockets of newer custom construction throughout. The most-requested areas include the Mountain Avenue corridor and the streets near Baltusrol Golf Club (substantial homes, mature character), the Battle Hill section (historic area with elevated terrain), and the residential blocks around Springfield Center for buyers prioritizing walkability to local shops. Newer construction is appearing on tear-down infill lots throughout.
Springfield Public Schools is a K-12 district. The district operates Edward V. Walton Early Childhood Center, James Caldwell Elementary, Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary, Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School, and Jonathan Dayton High School. The schools are consistently solid and one of the reasons Springfield offers good value relative to higher-priced neighbors.
Springfield's commute is strong. Route 24 runs through the township providing fast access to I-78 (about 5 minutes) and onward to the Lincoln Tunnel approaches. The Garden State Parkway is minutes east. The nearest NJ Transit station is in Summit (5–10 minutes away) — meaning Springfield residents can access Midtown Direct service with a short drive. Drive time to Midtown Manhattan averages 40–55 minutes depending on traffic. Many Springfield buyers consider this the sweet spot: Summit-area amenities and commute access at meaningfully lower pricing.
Springfield typically runs $600,000–$850,000 for well-maintained single-family homes, with starter inventory available in the $500K–$650K range and larger or updated homes near Baltusrol or in the Mountain Avenue corridor pushing $900K–$1.2M+. Custom new construction and substantial renovated homes trade higher still. The April 2026 Union County median for single-family was $677,500 — Springfield runs right around that range, often slightly above for quality inventory. For buyers priced out of Summit or Westfield, Springfield consistently provides a credible alternative.
For broader market data, see our April 2026 Union County market report.
Springfield typically runs $600,000–$850,000 for well-maintained single-family homes, with starter inventory in the $500K–$650K range and larger or updated homes near Baltusrol or in the Mountain Avenue corridor pushing $900K–$1.2M+. The April 2026 Union County median for single-family was $677,500 — Springfield runs right around that, often slightly above for quality inventory. Request a free home valuation for a specific Springfield home.
The Mountain Avenue corridor and the streets near Baltusrol Golf Club (substantial homes, mature character), the Battle Hill section (historic area with elevated terrain), and the residential blocks around Springfield Center for buyers prioritizing walkability to local shops. Newer construction is appearing on tear-down infill lots throughout.
Baltusrol Golf Club sits on Springfield's eastern edge and is one of the most prestigious golf clubs in the United States — host to multiple US Opens, the PGA Championship, and other major tournaments. The club's two courses (Upper and Lower) are nationally ranked. Homes near Baltusrol pull a premium for both proximity to the club and the substantial residential character of the surrounding streets.
Springfield Public Schools is a K-12 district. The district operates Edward V. Walton Early Childhood Center, James Caldwell Elementary, Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary, Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School, and Jonathan Dayton High School. The schools are consistently solid.
Route 24 runs through Springfield providing fast access to I-78 (about 5 minutes) and onward to the Lincoln Tunnel approaches. The Garden State Parkway is minutes east. The nearest NJ Transit station is in Summit (5–10 minutes away) — meaning Springfield residents can access Midtown Direct service with a short drive. Drive time to Midtown Manhattan averages 40–55 minutes.
Springfield and Summit are adjacent and share much of the same commuter geography (Springfield residents drive to Summit for Midtown Direct). Summit runs significantly higher in pricing because of its top-tier school district and in-town Midtown Direct station. Springfield offers a meaningful value alternative — solid schools, same general commute area, lower price point. Many buyers priced out of Summit consider Springfield specifically for this reason.
Our Union office at 1915 Morris Avenue works the Springfield market continuously. Call (973) 838-3600 or request a free home valuation to start.
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