About the neighborhood

Bernards offers a peaceful and tranquil environment with quiet streets that contribute to a slower-paced atmosphere. The area features a variety of housing options, including single detached homes, townhouses, and smaller apartment buildings built mostly around 1980, providing spacious accommodations with three or more bedrooms. Access to several nearby parks allows residents to connect with nature easily. Educational opportunities are well-supported through public and private schools at both elementary and secondary levels. Residents can choose from several nearby restaurants, while grocery shopping and transportation largely accommodate vehicle use. Overall, this community balances spacious living with convenient amenities.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are an excellent means of transportation in Bernards. It is very easy to access a place to park. On the other hand, the transit system in Bernards is quite poor. Thankfully, house owners can rely on the Basking Ridge, Bernardsville and Millington on the Gladstone Branch. No bus routes traverse the township. Bernards is not very suitable for those who prefer to get around as pedestrians since carrying out daily needs is impractical without a vehicle. Commuting by bicycle is also difficult in this township because there are a good number of slopes, and there are few bike lanes.

Services

In Bernards, locals will commonly be able to access primary schools without a car. However, it can be very hard to travel to high schools from houses for sale in Bernards. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. Regarding food, a vehicle is usually needed in this township to reach one of about 10 supermarkets. A limited variety of restaurants and cafes is available as well.

Character

The character of Bernards is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. The noise levels in this part of the Greater New York metropolitan area are very low, as the streets are generally very calm. Finally, access to parks, like Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary and Sons of Liberty Farm, is easy from the majority of locations within the township and there are approximately 40 of them close by for residents to enjoy.

Car friendly9.8

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly3.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.6

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly1.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants3.8

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.0

Some groceries within a short drive