Livingston Township
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Livingston Township Reviews
Rating 3.95 out of 5 100 reviews
Although when it comes to schools, it is great for kids; I feel there is not enough "town life" for teens which would be a great thing to keep them busy and not get into other things.
I have lived in Livingston since I was three years old and have always felt that I was fortunate to have grown up here. I live close to NYC, where I can visit friends and family, and there are many restaurants and activities in the towns surrounding me. Livingston has an exceptional school system, with a very high matriculation rate for post-secondary education. I also want to note that Livingston is a very diverse community, with many Jewish, Chinese, Indian, and Christian communities. I have always saw how these communities do not isolate themselves from each other but are willing to help each other in times of need and include each other on holidays.
Livingston has a small-town feel in which neighbors know one another well. Kids and their families tend to grow up together through the school system which helps deepens relationships between neighbors. The nightlife here is poor, but that's a good thing. It's a quiet town. One thing I would like to see change is the town become more business-friendly. There have not been many new businesses open for quite some time now. Some commercial lots have been vacant for a long time.
I loved living in Livingston. We came here in 2017 but vacationed here in the summers since 2013. There are many events that the township holds, and the houses here are beautiful. A staple event is the Fourth of July celebration held in the Oval. Our house is next to a beautiful reservoir with amazing views year-long. Along with that, the elementary, middle, and high schools are outstanding, although the high school has changed a lot over the past few years. It is still an awesome school district compared to many of the other school districts in New Jersey. I don't know how I'm going to operate not living in LTown!
I like the diversity but I would like if the school cared more about the students' education instead of wasting time on useless community building.
There was a gerbil infestation in my apartment. I know it sounds strange but it's true. My neighbors experienced similar issues. I assume this is a local thing. Is anyone else having issues with gerbils?
We cannot song the praises of LIvingston NJ enough! Education is a high priority for those living in town, and it has a FANTASTIC, top-rated school district that consistently ranks among the highest and most desirable in NJ and the United States. Along with a strong Jewish community, diverse populations include a strong mix of Chinese, Korean Indian and other cultures. Property values remain high, and the community services offered include two beautiful park-like pools and a superb recreation program. Safety is excellent, as the emergency services here are too-notch. Add in a gorgeous township oval, spectacular high school and public library campus, ample shopping, plus plenty of scenic open space and you’ve got the winning combo for one of the best places to live and raise a family in New Jersey! We have lived here for 30 years and LOVE it!
A great town with excellent schools and accessible for major routes and 30 minutes to the Newark Liberty International Airport
Livingston has a handful of benefits including high ranking public schools. On the other hand, the residents of Livingston are not very inclusive when it comes to trying to bring the community together. Livingston also has little activities or places to go around town. Yes, there are restaurants, but there is no place to peacefully walk through the town after a dinner out or strip malls for shopping.
The main reason people live here is town's public schools, especially middle and high. Other than that it's not really family or newcomer friendly - high real estate prices and taxes, commute not the best (public transportation options are very limited, busses often running late, parking at neighboring towns for train can be a headache at certain time of the day). I lived there for 10 years and had this feeling that people of the town are divided: there is a nice, friendly mixed crowd, and then there's self-righteous entitled-to-all affluent. Drug problem in higher grades schools is very present. Most teachers are wonderful and open-minded. Township government seems to be stuck in eternal friends-for-friends type of management, many incompetent people there. Nightlife non existent, some nice restaurants, but for more diverse menu you'd have to go to surrounding towns.
Livingston has a great school district and is a very safe town. There is not much to do, as there is no downtown area, but it is a great town in which to grow up.
Livingston provides great education. The transition between kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school is very well designed.
Livingston has excellent schools, lots of green and it is pretty safe.
Shopping is very easy, lots of stores nearby. Properties are not very cheap but you can find a bargain. There are some reasonable housing, but there are also very expensive ones.
Shopping is very easy, lots of stores nearby. Properties are not very cheap but you can find a bargain. There are some reasonable housing, but there are also very expensive ones.
Livingston Township is a small town where everywhere is friendly and neighbors on the same street seem to know each other. It is a diverse area, there are many special events that happen throughout the year, such as the firework show in July.
Very nice, clean town. The people are pretty nice in general. Shopping and dining is limited though-- most people I know usually go to neighboring towns for this. This town is best known for its schools. That's why taxes are really high.
My grandparents moved to Livingston when they first had my mother. She had always loved the atmosphere of this unified town. After college, she decided to move back and raise me and my sister here. I was born and raised in Livingston and I wouldn't have it any other way. There is always something to do; whether it be walking into the Town Center with friends, going to the mall, or attending the various events held in town. Although I moved away to attend college, I will always find Livingston to be my home. I am proud of where I grew up and plan to move back to raise my children there as well!
I absolutely loved growing up in Livingston. The school is amazing, I do wish when I was in the public school system that I did take advantage of all they do offer. Very small town, everyone knows everyone and love to help neighbors out. Truly a great place to raise a family.