Historic 1798 Caldwell Township parent of Livingston + Caldwell + entire Caldwell-cluster. 4th-largest Essex by area, LEAST densely populated Essex town 2020. West Essex Knights. Median sale ~$575K.
If you're searching for homes for sale in Fairfield Township, NJ, you're looking at the historic parent township of the entire Caldwell-cluster + Livingston — originally incorporated as Caldwell Township on February 16, 1798 by the NJ Legislature, the township gave rise to several neighboring municipalities including Livingston (1813), Caldwell Borough (1892), and others. Located in northwestern Essex County. With 7,872 residents (2020), est. 8,204 (2024), 8,454 (2026 World Population Review), Census Reporter 7,824, Fairfield Township is 4th of 22 Essex County by area (10.35 sq mi — among the largest). Fairfield was the LEAST densely populated town in Essex County in 2020 — LOWEST density in all of Essex County. +406 (+5.4%) post-2010 growth + +7.82% post-2020 + 1.5% annual current. The historical origin: the first Europeans to settle in the area were the Dutch — they called the place "Gansegat" which means "duck's pond" in Dutch. The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in the Passaic River Valley + bought the land from the Native Americans. The deeper Horseneck Tract origin: the Horseneck Tract was an 18,000-acre area — encompassed what are now Caldwell + West Caldwell + North Caldwell + Verona + Cedar Grove + Essex Fells + Roseland + portions of Fairfield + Livingston + West Orange. In 1702, English settlers purchased 14,000 acres of the Horseneck Tract WITHOUT approval of the Proprietary Authorities from the Lenape Native Americans for goods equal to $325. When Proprietary Authorities began eviction proceedings against the settlers, the Horseneck Riots took place. The reason for the "Horseneck" name has never been determined, but historians agree that it is NOT because of its shape. The township genealogy: February 16, 1798: incorporated as Caldwell Township by NJ Legislature + named after Rev. James Caldwell — Revolutionary War minister + "the Fighting Parson". The original Caldwell Township gave rise to nearly the entire Caldwell-cluster + Livingston — the parent township of what became the Essex County western municipalities. Renamed Fairfield Township on November 6, 1963 after voters approved the change. Briefly a borough, returning to township status in 1978 to benefit from federal revenue sharing policies favoring townships. The historic landmark: Van Ness House — constructed about 1720 — historic home. The transportation access: U.S. Route 46 + Route 159 + Interstate 80 + NJ Transit bus routes 29 + 71 to Newark — multi-corridor transportation hub. Borders Little Falls + Wayne in Passaic County + West Caldwell + Roseland + others. The education differentiator: Fairfield School District (Pre-K to 6, 2 schools — Adlai E. Stevenson (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill (Grades 3-6)) — 15 Knoll Road 07004, 694 students 2022-23, 10.0:1 ratio (very low), DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli. For Grades 7-12, Fairfield students attend the West Essex Regional School District at 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell — regional 7-12 district serving Essex Fells + Fairfield + North Caldwell + Roseland. Fairfield has 3 seats on the 9-member school board for the high school district — the LARGEST constituent. West Essex HS Knights (65 West Greenbrook Road North Caldwell, est. 1960, 100-acre campus, 1,055 students, 10.7:1, Red + White + Black, US News #75 NJ + #1,532 nationally). Also StenoTech Career Institute — technical school in Fairfield since 1988 (court reporting + medical transcription). Median household income $115,980. Median age 49.9. Significant industrial / commercial component — Fairfield is heavily commercial + industrial along Route 46 + I-80 corridors. Fairfield Township real estate trades at competitive Essex County pricing reflecting February 16, 1798 incorporation as Caldwell Township + Rev. James Caldwell Revolutionary War "Fighting Parson" namesake + parent township of Livingston + Caldwell + others + November 6, 1963 renamed Fairfield + 1978 township restoration + Dutch "Gansegat" origin + Van Ness House 1720 historic + 4th-largest Essex County by area (10.35 sq mi) + LEAST densely populated town in Essex County 2020 + Horseneck Tract 18,000-acre / 14,000-acre 1702 Lenape land acquisition + Horseneck Riots + Fairfield School District (Adlai E. Stevenson + Winston S. Churchill, DFG GH, 10.0:1) + West Essex HS Knights regional 7-12 (3 of 9 board seats — largest constituent) + StenoTech Career Institute + U.S. Route 46 + Route 159 + Interstate 80 + NJ Transit routes 29 + 71. Government: Faulkner Act Small Municipality form, Township Council body. Mayor: William Galese (R, term ends December 31, 2028). Administrator: James Gasparini. Municipal Clerk: Denise Cafone. ZIP 07004. Area code 973. Elevation 174 ft. 207th of 565 NJ by area, 4th of 22 county.
Fairfield Township is the historic parent township of the entire Caldwell-cluster + Livingston — originally incorporated as Caldwell Township February 16, 1798, the township gave rise to Livingston (1813), Caldwell Borough (1892), and others. Located in northwestern Essex County. With 7,872 residents (2020), est. 8,204 (2024), 8,454 (2026), Fairfield is 4th of 22 Essex by area (10.35 sq mi) + LEAST densely populated town in Essex County in 2020. +406 (+5.4%) post-2010 growth + +7.82% post-2020. The historical origin: first Europeans were the Dutch — they called the place "Gansegat" ("duck's pond" in Dutch). Horseneck Tract was an 18,000-acre area that consisted of nearly the entire Caldwell-cluster + Verona + Cedar Grove + portions of Livingston + West Orange. 1702: English settlers purchased 14,000 acres WITHOUT approval of the Proprietary Authorities from the Lenape Native Americans for goods equal to $325 — when Proprietary Authorities began eviction proceedings, the Horseneck Riots took place. The reason for "Horseneck" name has never been determined, but historians agree it is NOT because of its shape. February 16, 1798: Caldwell Township incorporated + named after Rev. James Caldwell ("the Fighting Parson"). Renamed Fairfield Township November 6, 1963 + briefly a borough, returning to township status in 1978 for federal revenue sharing. Van Ness House constructed about 1720 — historic home. The transportation access: U.S. Route 46 + Route 159 + Interstate 80 + NJ Transit bus routes 29 + 71 to Newark — multi-corridor transportation hub. The education differentiator: Fairfield School District (Pre-K to 6, 2 schools — Adlai E. Stevenson (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill (Grades 3-6), 15 Knoll Road, 694 students, 10.0:1 ratio very low, DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli). For Grades 7-12, students attend West Essex Regional School District at 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell — Fairfield has 3 of 9 school board seats (LARGEST constituent). West Essex HS Knights (est. 1960, 100-acre campus, 1,055 students, 10.7:1, Red + White + Black, US News #75 NJ). StenoTech Career Institute (1988, court reporting + medical transcription). Population 7,872 (2020), est. 8,204 (2024). Total area 10.35 sq mi (10.13 land). 207th of 565 NJ by area, 4th of 22 county. Elevation 174 ft. ZIP 07004. Area code 973. Median HH income $115,980 + median age 49.9. Government: Faulkner Act Small Municipality form, Township Council body. Mayor William Galese (R, term ends Dec 31 2028). The 1798 Caldwell Township original parent of Livingston + Caldwell + others + Rev. James Caldwell "Fighting Parson" namesake + 1963 Fairfield renaming + 1978 township restoration + Dutch "Gansegat" origin + Van Ness House 1720 + 4th-largest Essex by area + LEAST densely populated Essex municipality 2020 + 18,000-acre Horseneck Tract origin + 14,000-acre 1702 Lenape purchase + Horseneck Riots heritage + Fairfield School District (Stevenson + Churchill, DFG GH, 10.0:1) + West Essex HS Knights (3 of 9 board seats — LARGEST) + StenoTech + U.S. Route 46 + Interstate 80 + Route 159 + NJ Transit routes 29 + 71 multi-corridor transportation hub substantially differentiates Fairfield Township from substantial other Essex County municipalities.
February 16, 1798 incorporated as Caldwell Township by NJ Legislature — the township gave rise to Livingston (1813) + Caldwell Borough (1892) + others. November 6, 1963 renamed Fairfield. 1978 township restoration.
4th of 22 Essex County by area (10.35 sq mi) + Fairfield was the LEAST densely populated town in Essex County in 2020. 18,000-acre Horseneck Tract origin + 1702 Lenape Native American land acquisition + Horseneck Riots heritage.
Fairfield School District (Adlai E. Stevenson PreK-2 + Winston S. Churchill 3-6, 694 students, 10.0:1, DFG GH). West Essex HS Knights for 7-12 — Fairfield has 3 of 9 school board seats (LARGEST constituent). Dutch "Gansegat" ("duck's pond") + Van Ness House 1720.
Fairfield Township's substantial 10.13-square-mile largely commercial + industrial + residential mixed-use stock (the LEAST densely populated Essex municipality) concentrates primarily in Cape Cod + Ranch + Split-Level + Bi-Level + raised-ranch + Center Hall Colonial residences (post-WWII 1950s-1980s development era when Fairfield transformed from rural Dutch-origin agricultural community into suburban + commercial / industrial hub along Route 46 + Interstate 80), newer post-2000 custom-build + tear-down/rebuild luxury residences (growing teardown market — $700K-$1.2M+ luxury rebuilds), newer 55+ active adult communities + condominium + townhome inventory, and smaller older 1798-1940s heritage residences in established Fairfield pockets near Van Ness House + Passaic River Valley historic district. Mix of affluent NYC professional + small-business owner + corporate executive + retiree families + multi-generational Fairfield community + buyers from Manhattan/Brooklyn/Hoboken/Jersey City seeking West Essex HS Knights + Stevenson + Churchill schools + Interstate 80 + Route 46 access + 4th-largest-Essex larger lots + LEAST-densely-populated rural-feel ambiance.
Condominiums + townhomes + 55+ active adult community residences + smaller older Cape Cod + ranch + bungalow heritage residences in established Fairfield pockets. Entry-tier Fairfield pricing — first-time + young NYC professional + downsizer + 55+ active adult + Stevenson + Churchill + Knights HS access buyer segment.
single-family Center Hall Colonial + Tudor + larger Cape Cod + bi-level + raised-ranch + split-level + ranch residences on larger lots than denser eastern Essex municipalities (largely 1950s-1980s established Fairfield subdivisions). Primary-residence family demand anchored by Stevenson + Churchill + West Essex HS Knights.
larger newer post-2000 custom-build + tear-down/rebuild luxury residences + Estate residences on 1-acre+ lots throughout Fairfield's larger-lot inventory (LEAST densely populated Essex municipality 2020). Upper-tier Fairfield inventory + major NYC executive + business owner + corporate family demand.
Fairfield Township's substantial 10.13-square-mile largely-rural-feel footprint (LEAST densely populated Essex municipality 2020) segments by U.S. Route 46 + Interstate 80 commercial / industrial corridors + Adlai E. Stevenson + Winston S. Churchill school districts + Van Ness House historic + Passaic River Valley + multi-municipality border districts.
U.S. Route 46 + Interstate 80 + Route 159 — the defining commercial / industrial corridors of Fairfield Township. Multi-corridor transportation hub providing easy access to Manhattan + Newark + many other NJ cities + the Northern NJ region.
the Fairfield School District with 2 schools — Adlai E. Stevenson (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill (Grades 3-6). 15 Knoll Road 07004 (Board of Education HQ), 694 students 2022-23, 10.0:1 ratio (very low), DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli. Defining civic + educational anchor.
Van Ness House — constructed about 1720 — historic home + heritage anchor. Passaic River Valley — the Dutch were the first Europeans to settle here + bought the land from the Native Americans + called the place "Gansegat" ("duck's pond"). Defining historic district of the township.
StenoTech Career Institute (1988) — technical school + specialty career education for court reporting + medical transcription. Defining career + technical education anchor of the township.
Fairfield borders West Caldwell + Roseland in Essex + Little Falls + Wayne in Passaic County. Defining multi-county border centrality at the northwestern corner of Essex County.
"Fairfield Township is the historic parent township of the entire Caldwell-cluster + Livingston — originally incorporated as Caldwell Township on February 16, 1798 by the NJ Legislature + named after Rev. James Caldwell ('the Fighting Parson'). The township gave rise to several neighboring municipalities including Livingston (1813) + Caldwell Borough (1892) + others. Renamed Fairfield Township on November 6, 1963 after voters approved the change; briefly a borough, returning to township status in 1978 to benefit from federal revenue sharing policies favoring townships. The first Europeans to settle in the area were the Dutch — they called the place 'Gansegat' which means 'duck's pond' in Dutch; the Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in the Passaic River Valley and bought the land from the Native Americans. The Horseneck Tract was an 18,000-acre area that consisted of what are now the municipalities of Caldwell + West Caldwell + North Caldwell + Verona + Cedar Grove + Essex Fells + Roseland + portions of Fairfield + Livingston + West Orange. In 1702, English settlers purchased 14,000 acres of the Horseneck Tract WITHOUT approval of the Proprietary Authorities from the Lenape Native Americans for goods equal to $325; when Proprietary Authorities began eviction proceedings against the settlers, the Horseneck Riots took place; this purchase encompassed much of western Essex County from the First Mountain to a point on the Passaic River at Pine Brook NJ; the reason for the Horseneck name has never been determined, but historians agree that it is NOT because of its shape. Pop 7,872 (2020), est. 8,204 (2024), 8,454 (2026 World Population Review), +406 (+5.4%) from 7,466 (2010 census), which in turn reflected an increase of 403 (+5.7%) from 7,063 (2000); Fairfield was the LEAST densely populated town in Essex County in 2020. 4th of 22 county by area (10.35 sq mi). With substantial Van Ness House constructed about 1720 (historic home added to records), substantial Fairfield is heavily commercial + industrial along U.S. Route 46 + Route 159 + Interstate 80 + NJ Transit bus routes 29 + 71 to Newark — multi-corridor transportation hub, substantial Faulkner Act Small Municipality government form + Township Council body — Mayor William Galese (R, term ends December 31, 2028) + Administrator James Gasparini + Municipal Clerk Denise Cafone, substantial Fairfield School District (community public school district serving PreK-6 from Fairfield; 2 elementary schools — Adlai E. Stevenson (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill (Grades 3-6); 15 Knoll Road 07004 Board of Education HQ; 694 students 2022-23, 69.3 FTE, 10.0:1 ratio — very low, DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli, Business administrator Kathleen Marano), substantial for Grades 7-12 Fairfield students attend the West Essex Regional School District at 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell (regional public school district serving Grades 7-12 from Essex Fells + Fairfield + North Caldwell + Roseland — Fairfield has 3 seats on the 9-member school board for the high school district — LARGEST constituent; 1,663 students 2022-23, 10.6:1 ratio, DFG I, Superintendent Damion Macioci), substantial West Essex High School (Knights, 65 West Greenbrook Road North Caldwell, established 1960, 100-acre campus, 1,055 students 9-12, 10.7:1 ratio, Red + White + Black colors, Knights mascot, US News ranked #75 in NJ + #1,532 nationally, AP participation 57%, motto 'Dedicated to Academic Excellence and Social Responsibility'), substantial StenoTech Career Institute (1988, technical school in Fairfield teaching court reporting + medical transcription), borders Little Falls + Wayne in Passaic County + West Caldwell + Roseland in Essex, median HH income $115,980 + poverty rate 6.56% + median age 49.9, elevation 174 ft, ZIP 07004, area code 973, and competitive Essex County pricing reflecting 1798 Caldwell Township original parent of Livingston + Caldwell + others + Dutch 'Gansegat' / Van Ness House 1720 heritage + 18,000-acre Horseneck Tract / 14,000-acre 1702 Lenape acquisition + LEAST-densely-populated Essex municipality + 4th-largest Essex by area + Stevenson + Churchill + Knights HS + StenoTech + Route 46 + I-80 multi-corridor transportation hub, Fairfield Township anchors the historic-parent + LEAST-densely-populated + multi-corridor-transportation Caldwell-cluster northwestern anchor of Essex County."
Fairfield Township cross-shops with top Essex County DFG GH + DFG I Caldwell-cluster municipalities — West Caldwell Township (direct neighbor + DFG I + James Caldwell HS host + ~$650K), Roseland Borough (direct neighbor + DFG I + ADP HQ + West Essex Regional partner + ~$675K), Caldwell Borough (Grover Cleveland Birthplace + ~$625K — split from original Caldwell Township in 1892), North Caldwell Borough (DFG J + Sopranos House + West Essex HS host + ~$1.05M), and Cedar Grove Township (DFG I + Panthers + ~$650K).
| Town | Median Sale | Population | Land Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Township ★ | $575,000 | 7,872 | 10.13 mi² |
| West Caldwell Township | $650,000 | 11,012 | 5.10 mi² |
| Roseland Borough | $675,000 | 6,299 | 3.62 mi² |
| Caldwell Borough | $625,000 | 9,027 | 1.18 mi² |
| North Caldwell Borough | $1,050,000 | 6,694 | 3.07 mi² |
★ Subject town. Sources: Essex County government; Fairfield Township population 7,872 (2020 census Wikipedia), estimated 8,204 (2024), 8,454 (2026 World Population Review), 7,824 (Census Reporter), +406 (+5.4%) from 7,466 (2010 census) which in turn reflected an increase of 403 (+5.7%) from the 7,063 counted in the 2000 census; Fairfield was the LEAST densely populated town in Essex County in 2020; 10.35 sq mi total (10.13 land + 0.22 water = 2.14% water area); 207th of 565 NJ by area, 4th of 22 in Essex County (among the largest); elevation 174 ft; ZIP 07004; area code 973; median household income $115,980 + poverty rate 6.56% + median age 49.9; originally settled by the Dutch and historically part of Newark Township, Fairfield was first incorporated as Caldwell Township in 1798 by the New Jersey Legislature (February 16, 1798) — named after Rev. James Caldwell (the Revolutionary War minister + the Fighting Parson); the township gave rise to several neighboring municipalities, such as Livingston (1813) and Caldwell borough (1892); renamed Fairfield in 1963 (November 6, 1963 after voters approved the change), it was briefly a borough before returning to township status in 1978 to benefit from federal revenue sharing policies favoring townships; the first Europeans to settle in the area were the Dutch and the place was called "Gansegat" which means "duck's pond" in Dutch; the Horseneck Tract was an 18,000-acre area that consisted of what are now the municipalities of Caldwell + West Caldwell + North Caldwell + Verona + Cedar Grove + Essex Fells + Roseland + portions of Fairfield + Livingston + West Orange; in 1702, English settlers purchased 14,000 acres of the Horseneck Tract without approval of the Proprietary Authorities from the Lenape Native Americans for goods equal to $325; when Proprietary Authorities began eviction proceedings against the settlers, the Horseneck Riots took place; this purchase encompassed much of western Essex County from the First Mountain to a point on the Passaic River at Pine Brook NJ; the reason for the Horseneck name has never been determined, but historians agree that it is NOT because of its shape; the Van Ness House was constructed about 1720 — historic home added to records; current Mayor William Galese (R, term ends December 31, 2028); Administrator James Gasparini; Municipal Clerk Denise Cafone; government type Faulkner Act Small Municipality, Township Council body; Fairfield School District (community public school district serving PreK-6 from Fairfield; 2 elementary schools — Adlai E. Stevenson (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill (Grades 3-6); 15 Knoll Road Fairfield 07004 Board of Education HQ; 694 students 2022-23, 69.3 FTE, 10.0:1 student-teacher ratio — very low, DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli, Business administrator Kathleen Marano); for Grades 7-12 students attend the West Essex Regional School District at 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell (regional public school district serving Grades 7-12 from Essex Fells + Fairfield + North Caldwell + Roseland — Fairfield has 3 seats on the 9-member school board for the high school district — LARGEST constituent); West Essex High School (Knights, 65 West Greenbrook Road North Caldwell, established 1960, 100-acre campus, 1,055 students 9-12, 10.7:1 ratio, Red + White + Black colors, Knights mascot, US News ranked #75 in NJ + #1,532 nationally, AP participation 57%); StenoTech Career Institute (technical school in Fairfield since 1988, court reporting + medical transcription); major roads U.S. Route 46 + Route 159 + Interstate 80; NJ Transit bus routes 29 + 71 to Newark; borders Little Falls + Wayne in Passaic County + West Caldwell + Roseland in Essex. Fairfield Township pricing varies substantially by section and product type — newer post-2000 custom-build + 1-acre+ Estate residences can command $800K-$1.3M+ upper-tier premium. Verify property-specific pricing with The Prodigy Team before contract.
February 16, 1798 Caldwell Township Incorporation + Original Parent of Livingston + Caldwell + Entire Caldwell-Cluster + November 6, 1963 Fairfield Renaming + 1978 Township Restoration. Originally settled by the Dutch and historically part of Newark Township, Fairfield was first incorporated as Caldwell Township in 1798 by the New Jersey Legislature (February 16, 1798) — named after Rev. James Caldwell, the Revolutionary War minister + "the Fighting Parson." The township gave rise to several neighboring municipalities, such as Livingston (1813) and Caldwell Borough (1892). Renamed Fairfield Township on November 6, 1963 after voters approved the change; briefly a borough, returning to township status in 1978 to benefit from federal revenue sharing policies favoring townships. Population 7,872 (2020), est. 8,204 (2024), 8,454 (2026 World Population Review), +406 (+5.4%) post-2010 growth. 4th of 22 county by area (10.35 sq mi). Fairfield was the LEAST densely populated town in Essex County in 2020. Elevation 174 ft. ZIP 07004. Area code 973.
Dutch "Gansegat" + Passaic River Valley Origin + 18,000-Acre Horseneck Tract + 1702 Lenape Land Acquisition + Van Ness House 1720. The first Europeans to settle in the area were the Dutch — they called the place "Gansegat" which means "duck's pond" in Dutch; the Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in the Passaic River Valley and bought the land from the Native Americans. The Horseneck Tract was an 18,000-acre area that consisted of what are now the municipalities of Caldwell + West Caldwell + North Caldwell + Verona + Cedar Grove + Essex Fells + Roseland + portions of Fairfield + Livingston + West Orange. In 1702, English settlers purchased 14,000 acres of the Horseneck Tract WITHOUT approval of the Proprietary Authorities from the Lenape Native Americans for goods equal to $325; when Proprietary Authorities began eviction proceedings against the settlers, the Horseneck Riots took place; the reason for the "Horseneck" name has never been determined, but historians agree that it is NOT because of its shape. The Van Ness House was constructed about 1720 — historic home of the township.
Fairfield School District (Stevenson + Churchill, DFG GH, 10.0:1 Ratio) + West Essex HS Knights (3 of 9 Board Seats — LARGEST Constituent) + StenoTech. Fairfield School District is a community public school district serving students PreK-6 from Fairfield. The district has 2 elementary schools — Adlai E. Stevenson (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill (Grades 3-6), Board of Education HQ at 15 Knoll Road 07004. 694 students (2022-23), 69.3 FTE, 10.0:1 ratio (very low), DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli. For Grades 7-12, students attend the West Essex Regional School District at 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell — regional 7-12 district serving Essex Fells + Fairfield + North Caldwell + Roseland. Fairfield has 3 seats on the 9-member school board — the LARGEST constituent. West Essex HS Knights (est. 1960, 100-acre campus, 1,055 students 9-12, 10.7:1 ratio, Red + White + Black colors, Knights mascot, US News #75 NJ + #1,532 nationally, AP 57%). StenoTech Career Institute (1988, court reporting + medical transcription).
Multi-Corridor Transportation Hub + Faulkner Act Government + Multi-County Border Centrality. Major roads U.S. Route 46 + Route 159 + Interstate 80 + NJ Transit bus routes 29 + 71 to Newark. Government: Faulkner Act Small Municipality form, Township Council body. Mayor William Galese (R, term ends December 31, 2028). Administrator James Gasparini. Municipal Clerk Denise Cafone. Fairfield borders West Caldwell + Roseland in Essex + Little Falls + Wayne in Passaic County. Median HH income $115,980 + poverty rate 6.56% + median age 49.9.
Fairfield Township pricing varies substantially by section and product type. Entry tier condominiums + townhomes + 55+ active adult community residences + smaller older Cape Cod + ranch + bungalow heritage residences in established Fairfield pockets start ~$425K-$575K; single-family Center Hall Colonial + Tudor + larger Cape Cod + bi-level + raised-ranch + split-level + ranch residences on larger lots than denser eastern Essex municipalities (largely 1950s-1980s subdivisions) $550K-$825K family tier; larger newer post-2000 custom-build + tear-down/rebuild luxury residences + Estate residences on 1-acre+ lots $800K-$1.3M+. Median sale ~$575K. Fairfield Township commands competitive pricing reflecting Fairfield School District (Adlai E. Stevenson + Winston S. Churchill, DFG GH, 10.0:1 ratio), West Essex HS Knights (3 of 9 board seats — LARGEST constituent), 4th-largest Essex by area + LEAST densely populated Essex municipality 2020, and U.S. Route 46 + Interstate 80 multi-corridor transportation hub.
Fairfield Township students attend the Fairfield School District for PreK-6 — a community public school district serving PreK-6 from Fairfield. The district has 2 elementary schools — Adlai E. Stevenson School (PreK-2) + Winston S. Churchill School (Grades 3-6), Board of Education HQ at 15 Knoll Road 07004. 694 students (2022-23), 10.0:1 ratio (very low), DFG GH, Superintendent Susan Ciccotelli. For Grades 7-12, students attend the West Essex Regional School District at 65 West Greenbrook Road in North Caldwell — regional 7-12 district serving Essex Fells + Fairfield + North Caldwell + Roseland. Fairfield has 3 seats on the 9-member school board — the LARGEST constituent. West Essex HS Knights (est. 1960, 100-acre campus, 1,055 students 9-12, 10.7:1 ratio, Red + White + Black colors, Knights mascot, US News #75 NJ + #1,532 nationally, AP participation 57%). StenoTech Career Institute (1988) also located in Fairfield offers technical training in court reporting + medical transcription.
Fairfield was first incorporated as Caldwell Township on February 16, 1798 by the New Jersey Legislature — named after Rev. James Caldwell, the Revolutionary War minister + "the Fighting Parson." Over the decades, the original Caldwell Township gave rise to several neighboring municipalities, including Livingston (1813), Caldwell Borough (1892), and others — meaning by the mid-20th century, the original "Caldwell Township" was no longer the dominant Caldwell community. On November 6, 1963, voters approved renaming the remaining township "Fairfield Township." It was briefly a borough before returning to township status in 1978 to benefit from federal revenue sharing policies favoring townships. Mayor William Galese. ZIP 07004.
The first Europeans to settle in the Fairfield area were the Dutch — they called the place "Gansegat" which means "duck's pond" in Dutch; the Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in the Passaic River Valley + bought the land from the Native Americans. The Horseneck Tract was an 18,000-acre area that consisted of what are now the municipalities of Caldwell + West Caldwell + North Caldwell + Verona + Cedar Grove + Essex Fells + Roseland + portions of Fairfield + Livingston + West Orange. In 1702, English settlers purchased 14,000 acres of the Horseneck Tract WITHOUT approval of the Proprietary Authorities from the Lenape Native Americans for goods equal to $325; when Proprietary Authorities began eviction proceedings against the settlers, the Horseneck Riots took place; the reason for the "Horseneck" name has never been determined, but historians agree it is NOT because of its shape. The Van Ness House (constructed about 1720) is the township's historic landmark. Mayor William Galese. ZIP 07004.
The Prodigy Team works substantial U.S. Route 46 + Interstate 80 + Route 159 commercial / industrial corridors (multi-corridor transportation hub), substantial Adlai E. Stevenson + Winston S. Churchill schools (Fairfield School District 15 Knoll Road), substantial Van Ness House 1720 historic + Passaic River Valley Dutch "Gansegat" heritage district, substantial StenoTech Career Institute + specialty technical education, and substantial multi-county border districts (West Caldwell + Roseland in Essex + Little Falls + Wayne in Passaic County) every week. Cinematic 4K aerial drone marketing — particularly valuable for Fairfield Township's $425K-$1.3M+ DFG GH + West-Essex-HS-Knights premium inventory across Cape Cods + Center Hall Colonials + Tudors + bi-levels + raised-ranches + splits + post-2000 custom-build luxury + tear-down/rebuilds + 55+ active adult condos + townhomes + 1-acre+ Estate residences (LEAST-densely-populated Essex municipality 2020) — NYS/NJ broker representation, and 20+ years of Monmouth Coast + Manhattan/Brooklyn relocation transactional experience now extending to Essex County's historic-parent Caldwell-cluster northwestern multi-corridor anchor.
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