Far Hills, New Jersey

Only five square miles in size, Far Hills is one of the smallest boroughs in Somerset County. It is known as one of the most prestigious areas of Northern New Jersey due to the upscale ten-acre properties that surround the small villiage.

Far Hills center was originally a religious center with a farm and small church built in 1758. Until recently Far Hills was a quiet villiage consisting mainly of farms and a few residential neighborhoods. In 1982 a railway station was constructed for easy access to New York City. This allowed city dwellers to relocate to the picturesque area and commute to Manhatten.

Far Hills and the neighboring town of Bernardsville share a public library, first aid squad, fire department, community pool, athletic programs, civic organizations and lower schools.

Far Hills Residential Sales Statistics, 2003:
Low Sale Price $332,500.
High Sale Price $2,450,000.
Average Sale Price $860,915.

Source: Garden State Multiple Listing Service.

Leonard J. Buck Gardens: park.co.somerset.nj.us/activities/gardens/gardens_Buck.htm
Far Hills Race Meeting (Steeplechase): www.farhillsrace.org
The US Golf Association Museum and Library: www.usga.org/about/directions/Index.html

Far Hills information obtained by MendhamMoves.com.

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