Scotch Plains
Scotch Plains Township has been rated among the 100 Best Places to Live in New Jersey for 2019, according to New Jersey Monthly magazine's annual rankings. Scotch Plains ranked No. 82 in the list, which was good for 7th place in Union County. Named one of the best places to live in America in 2019 by Niche.com, Scotch Plains is known for its excellent public school system. This gorgeous town experiences the weather of all four seasons. If you’re a beach goer, the Jersey Shore is less than an hour drive away! Residents who are interested in golf can play at Scotch Hills Municipal Golf Course. The course used to be known as Shady Rest Country Club, the first African American country club in the United States that was bought by the township and preserved with its current name. Shackamaxon Country Club is another great golf course in Scotch Plains, it also houses a tennis and swimming facilities.
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Fun Fact:
The area known as Scotch Plains was first settled by Europeans, including many Scottish Quakers as early as 1684. The name is said to have come from George Scott, a leader of a group of Scottish settlers. It later served as a stop on the stage coach line between New York City and Philadelphia.
Public Schools
- Brunner Elementary
- Coles Elementary
- Evergreen Elementary
- McGinn Elementary
- School One Elementary
- Park Middle School
- Terrill Middle School
- Scotch Plains
- Fanwood High School
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There are community events
Neighbors are friendly
Great schools
There's holiday spirit
It's walkable to restaurant
Easy commutes
Good transit
It's walkable to restaurant
Parking is easy
It's quiet
It's dog friendly
Parks and playgrounds
Kids play outside
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