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Mountainside Area Facts

  • Mountainside has a Livability Score of 71/100, which is considered excellent
  • Mountainside crime rates are 86% lower than the New Jersey average
  • Cost of living in Mountainside is 45% higher than the New Jersey average
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Mountainside? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      The Loop Playground
      Watchung Reservation
      Echo Lake Park
      Irwin Playground
      Brightwood Park
      Neighborhood Triangle
      Mindowaskin Park
      Soldiers Memorial Field

      Entertainment

      Trailside Nature and Science Center
      AMC Mountainside 10
      Miller-Cory House Museum
      Rialto Theatre
      Visual Arts Center
      Summit Playhouse
      Garwood Lanes
      South Avenue Arts

      Food & Drink

      Vine Republic
      concession stand
      Chrone's Tavern
      Publick House
      Mountainside Deli
      Stu Leonard's Wine and Liquor
      Cold Stone Creamery
      Subway

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Mountainside? Of all people who commute, 11.1% take public transportation in Mountainside.
      Drive to Work
      61%

      16% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      11%

      6% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Mountainside a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Children's Specialized Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Doctors