Fair Lawn, New Jersey, is a borough in Bergen County and a suburb of New York City. The historic town boasts more than a dozen recreational facilities and parks, a high-quality school system and a state-of-the-art community center. Many residents of Fair Lawn chose the community because it features the best of both worlds. The laid-back atmosphere of Fair Lawn is a perfect complement to the world-class city just a short drive away, offering countless job opportunities. Fair Lawn apartments for rent are perfect for families or retirees who seek all the amenities at their fingertips. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, about 32,700 people call Fair Lawn home.
The history of Fair Lawn dates back to the Lenni-Lenapi Indian tribes, and still features historic sites such as the Native American fishing weir, Garreston Forge and Farm Restoration, the old Dutch House Tavern and Radburn, which was the first planned community. Dutch settlers came to the area and remained there until 1664, when England acquired the land. However, land grants were given out and many went to the Dutch. By the early 1900s, a unique planned community coined as the "Town for the Motor Age" was created. However, development was hampered due to the Great Depression, and only two "superblocks" remain today. This area still plays a vital role in the community of Fair Lawn today. By 1924, Fair Lawn was incorporated as a borough, and the town continued to develop into the 1950s.
The tight-knit community of Fair Lawn has celebrated the Spring Festival every year since 1974. Residents in homes and apartments in Fair Lawn enjoy an open-hearth cooking demonstration, Revolutionary War reenactments, an organic plant sale, tour of homes and gardens, and more.
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