Springfield, NJ Real Estate Guide for Buyers, Sellers & Renters

Springfield is a Union County township of about five square miles, with 17,178 residents in the 2020 Census. It sits where Interstate 78, Route 22 and Route 24 come together, has no train station of its own but runs a township jitney to one, and offers a housing stock that is split between single-family homes and a substantial number of apartment and condo buildings. Here is what to know before you buy, sell or rent in Springfield.

Why People Choose Springfield

Location is the first reason. Interstate 78 crosses the northern part of the township and Route 22 crosses the southern part, while Route 24 and the Morris Turnpike (Route 124) lead toward Millburn, Summit and Morris County. That puts Newark, Newark Liberty International Airport, the Garden State Parkway and much of central New Jersey within a short drive.

The second reason is history and open space. Springfield is the site of the Battle of Springfield, fought on June 23, 1780, and the Cannon Ball House, built in 1741, still stands from that era. The Rahway River runs through town, with Union County parkland along it, including the Rahway River Parkway greenway and Briant Park, which Springfield shares with Summit.

Springfield also has a Business Improvement District, run by the Springfield Community Partnership Management Corp., that works to support the township's shopping, dining and professional areas.

Getting Around: Commuting from Springfield

• Train: Springfield has no rail station. The township operates a weekday Park & Ride Jitney between the Springfield Community Pool parking lot on Morrison Road and NJ Transit's Short Hills station, with morning departures and evening return trips. Riders register with the township.
• Bus: Union County's community profile lists NJ Transit routes 52, 65, 66, 70, 95, 114 and 117 serving Springfield. Route 114 runs to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan, and route 70 connects Springfield with Newark and with the Millburn and Summit train stations.
• Car: I-78, Route 22, Route 24 and Route 124 all pass through the township, and the Garden State Parkway is a short drive east.

Neighborhoods and Housing Types

Springfield is small enough that it makes the most sense to think about it by housing type. Census figures compiled by Union County show the overall mix:

• Single-family homes: A little over half of the township's housing units are detached single-family homes, with a smaller share of attached single-family homes such as townhouses.
• Apartment and condo buildings: Roughly a third of units are in buildings with three or more units. That gives Springfield a meaningful rental and condo market.
• Two-family homes: A small share of the housing stock, but available for buyers who want rental income.
• Older homes: Nearly half of Springfield's housing was built before 1960, so many listings are mid-century or older.

The township has also adopted a Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, along with overlay zones that require income-restricted set-asides in qualifying new residential development.

Buying a Home in Springfield

Springfield gives buyers a few different ways in: a single-family home, a condo or townhouse, or a small multi-family property. Here is what we help buyers check:

• Two-to-four family homes and FHA: An FHA loan lets you buy a two-to-four family home with a low down payment as long as you live in one of the units. Rent from the other unit can help carry the mortgage.
• Condo and townhouse associations: We review monthly fees, reserves, rental rules and any upcoming special assessments before you make an offer.
• Older-home inspections: With so much pre-1960 housing, a careful inspection of the roof, heating system, electrical service, plumbing and foundation is essential.
• Flood zones: Springfield lies in the Rahway River basin, which Union County has worked with federal partners to study for flood control. We check FEMA flood maps and insurance needs for any property near the river or its brooks.
• Property taxes: Taxes are a major part of any New Jersey budget. We pull the current tax figure for every home you're considering.

Need financing? We can connect you with a lender for pre-approval before you start touring.

Selling Your Springfield Home

Highway access, the train jitney and the township's parks give Springfield sellers plenty to work with. Pricing still depends on what you own: a single-family home, a condo in an apartment complex and an older home that needs updating each compete for a different buyer. We'll prepare a free comparative market analysis using recent sales of homes like yours, and market your home across the MLS and every major online channel.

Renting and Investing in Springfield

Because about a third of Springfield's housing is in larger buildings, renters can choose among apartment and condo buildings as well as houses. We help renters find units that fit their commute and budget, and we help landlords price, market and screen tenants.

Investors should know the local rules first. Springfield has a rent control ordinance administered by a township board, and coverage depends on the number of units in the building and whether the owner lives there. We'll confirm a building's status, then go through realistic rents, taxes, insurance and condition with you so the numbers work from day one.

Local Landmarks and Amenities

• Cannon Ball House (Hutchings Homestead), a 1741 Georgian house listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Baltusrol Golf Club, a private club that has hosted the U.S. Open and the PGA Championship
• Briant Park, a 51-acre Union County park shared with Summit, with a nature trail and gazebo
• Rahway River Parkway, a county greenway along the river
• Houdaille Quarry on Mountview Road, plus township parks including Chisholm Park, Irwin Park, Henshaw Park and Veterans Memorial Park
• Springfield Community Pool and the Chisholm Community Center on South Springfield Avenue
• Public schools: Springfield Public Schools, including Jonathan Dayton High School

Nearby Town Guides

Comparing Springfield with nearby towns? Read our guides to Union, Millburn, Summit and Mountainside, or browse all of our North Jersey town guides.

Talk to a Local Broker

The Thompson Realty Group is a licensed New Jersey real estate brokerage based at 20 MacArthur Ave in Garfield, serving buyers, sellers, renters and investors across Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic and Union counties. Whether you're a first-time FHA buyer, a cash investor, or a homeowner wondering what your place is worth, we'll give you straight answers about Springfield.

Call or text 201-928-5562 or book a free 15-minute consultation. You can also search every active New Jersey listing on our website.

Information on this page is provided for general guidance and is believed accurate as of October 2026. Programs, ordinances, taxes and transit schedules change, so please verify details for any specific property. Equal Housing Opportunity.