Norwood, NJ 579 Apartments for Rent

The borough of Norwood in New Jersey was originally a part of Harrington Township, which existed as a settlement from 1775 up until 1916. The area was essentially square-shaped, stretching for five miles in each direction, and was made up of six separate districts; Norwood ceased to be a part of Harrington Township on March 14, 1905, when it became a borough.

The borough of Norwood is a part of Bergen County in New Jersey and has an approximate population of 5,711. It is located in the north east of New Jersey and is around two miles away from the New York state line.

Moving to Norwood

If you've decided to move to Norwood, the first thing you need to decide is what you value in rental housing. Are you interested in home rentals or apartment rentals? Whatever you want a studio apartment for rent or a home rental in Norwood, you should decide on it before you look for available homes. Once you make a list of homes you'd like to look at, make appointments to see them. Make sure you bring copies of your IDs, bank statements, tax returns and more when you go on your housing hunt. You'll want to be able to apply for a home you love right away when you see it!

Neighborhoods in Norwood

As it is a small community, Norwood is not divided into neighborhoods but instead is a part of the New Jersey borough system of municipal government, first established in the 19th Century. The area has a mayor with limited powers who works alongside a council consisting of six elected members who act as the legislative body, while the mayor only votes in the case of a tie. Here's a look at two of the more specific areas of Norwood, to help you know where to look for a new Norwood home.

Eastern Norwood: This is the best part of town for people who like greenery and being outside. It borders two beautiful spots, Alpine and Rockleigh Woods Sanctuary. Golfers will also love this part of town because it's the location of the Rockleigh Golf Course.

Western Norwood: This is the bustling heart of town. There are lots of single family homes, but there are also rentals. Restaurants and businesses abound here.

Living in Norwood

Norwood is a friendly suburb with an abundance of green, preserved lands. The houses are mostly very spacious and many are on plots that provide a beautiful scenic backdrop, making it an ideal place for those who are lucky enough to buy property or find home rentals in the area.

The forests in Norwood are home to a wide variety of species, including deer, wild turkey, turtles, foxes, rabbits and coyote. Suburban sprawl is, over time, becoming a safety issue for both the wildlife and the residents, as the deer can cause problems on the roads so care must be taken when driving. There have also been some issues with people coming into contact with the coyotes, but for nature lovers Norwood is an ideal place to live.

Amenities in the area are very good for a small district with plenty of shops, restaurants and bars available along with five parks (Pondside Park, Veterans Memorial Park and Beachwood park are just a few) within one mile of the borough. However, as Norwood does have such a small population, the number of things to do can be limited, but with New York just a stone's throw away, this isn't too much of a problem; with a short car ride of just 15 minutes, you can be taking in a show on Broadway.