Garfield Apartments and Rentals

Conveniently located 12 miles west of New York City and 10 miles north of Newark, Garfield is a family-oriented, suburban town in Bergen County. It has a population of approximately 30,600 and a total area of roughly two square miles, and many people love the borough for its close proximity to bigger cities. Garfield apartments for rent are the perfect homes for families.

Garfield was originally home to an Algonquin Native American tribe, and in 1679, a settler from Long Island arrived in the area and bought land there. The area was perfectly situated at the junction of the Passaic and Saddle Rivers and inhabited by many wild animals. Garfield was incorporated in 1917. During the the 20th century, Garfield grew in population and in the number of businesses in the area.

Today, Garfield's thriving industries include construction, manufacturing, and retail trade, although many people travel to bigger, neighboring cities for work. The average commute time is approximately 25 minutes. Garfield residents enjoy close proximity to three area hospitals, three Amtrak stations and several institutes of higher education, including Montclair State University and Barnard College. In town, residents enjoy sports leagues and city parks maintained by the Garfield Parks and Recreation Department. Most students attend Garfield City School District, which serves approximately 5,000 students and ranks higher than the state average on proficiency exams.

Garfield is located near the crossroads of the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 80, offering residents access to fun around the county. Lovers of retail therapy have many choices including the Paramus Mall, The Shops at Riverside and The Outlets at Bergen Town Center. Children love going to many attractions in the area such as the Bergen County Zoo, Medieval Times and New Jersey Children's Museum. When families want to experience the attractions of a bigger city, they travel to New York and take in all the Big Apple has to offer.

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