01Search in Kenilworth, NJ
Kenilworth, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Kenilworth, New Jersey. A small, central, family-oriented borough in Union County, Kenilworth pairs its own PreK-12 schools with the Galloping Hill Golf Course and quick access to the highways and the region. Its housing is classic central-Union suburbia: well-kept center-hall colonials, Cape Cods, split-levels, and ranches on tidy lots, with some two-family homes, on the residential neighborhoods off the Boulevard and Michigan Avenue.
Kenilworth is framed by the Boulevard, Route 22, and Michigan Avenue, with the Garden State Parkway, Route 78, and Route 28 a short drive away. It has no rail station of its own, but the Raritan Valley Line stations in neighboring Cranford, Roselle Park, and Union are close by for trains toward Newark and New York. Prices reflect the schools and central location: smaller capes begin in the $400s to $500s, most single-family homes run from about $500,000 to $700,000, and the largest updated colonials climb past $750,000.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Kenilworth listings, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Kenilworth, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the residential neighborhoods off the Boulevard and Michigan Avenue and the areas near the schools and Black Brook Park.
Kenilworth is served by its own PreK-12 Kenilworth Public Schools and David Brearley Middle/High School, with the Galloping Hill Golf Course in town, Trinitas Regional Medical Center in nearby Elizabeth, and rail access in neighboring towns. Because well-located Kenilworth homes can move quickly, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Kenilworth's housing is mostly classic single-family with some two-families, so buyers often decide between an older cape or colonial and a larger, updated home, or a two-family that can help carry the mortgage. Knowing which part of the borough fits your commute and budget before you tour will save real time in a steady, central-location market.
31 Properties Available
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4 Beds 4 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$982,280Open Sat 12PM-2PM - 1/45 45
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 7,405 Sqft Lot$1,199,000New - 1/38 38
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 6,969 Sqft Lot$899,000New564 Passaic Ave, Kenilworth Boro, NJ 07033
Listed by MICHELLE DAVID REALTY GROUP
Multi-Family, Commercial
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4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$999,000New - 1/43 43
4 Beds 1.5 Baths 2,613 Sqft Lot$650,000Active - 1/45 45
5 Beds 3 Baths 6,969 Sqft Lot$999,999Active - 1/39 39
4 Beds 3 Baths 8,276 Sqft Lot$895,000Active - 1/17 17
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 6,098 Sqft Lot$699,999Active - 1/64 64
4 Beds 4 Baths$982,280Price Dropped by $10K - 1/29 29
4 Beds 2 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$589,000Under Contract - 1/37 37
3 Beds 2 Baths 3,920 Sqft Lot$585,000Under Contract - 1/42 42
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$745,000Active - 1/31 31
3 Beds 1.5 Baths 8,712 Sqft Lot$529,000Under Contract - 1/25 25
4 Beds 2.5 Baths$649,999Price Dropped by $50K - 1/26 26
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 10,018 Sqft Lot$649,999Price Dropped by $50K - 1/9 9
5 Beds 3 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$1,120,000Active405 Roosevelt Ln, Kenilworth Boro, NJ 07033
Listed by MICHELLE DAVID REALTY GROUP
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 3 Baths 2,054 SqFt$699,000Under Contract245 N 11Th St, Kenilworth Boro, NJ 07033
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS PROSPERITY REALTY
Multi-Family, Commercial
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3 Beds 2 Baths 5,662 Sqft Lot$600,000Price Dropped by $25K - 1/21 21
5 Beds 4 Baths 7,405 Sqft Lot$1,249,000Active - 1/30 30
5 Beds 2 Baths 6,098 Sqft Lot$559,000Under Contract - 1/23 23
3 Beds 2 Baths 5,227 Sqft Lot$559,000Under Contract105 N 13Th St, Kenilworth Boro, NJ 07033
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 2 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$499,000Active339 Oakwood Ave, Kenilworth Boro, NJ 07033
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS METROPOLITAN
Single Family Home
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3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,800 SqFt$849,000Price Dropped by $50K - 1/14 14
3 Beds 2 Baths 5,998 SqFt$550,000Under Contract
02Explore Communities & Market
Explore Kenilworth and nearby Union communities.
Kenilworth is a small, central borough where the choice is less about distinct neighborhoods and more about how close you want to be to the schools, the golf course, and the highway corridors. The residential neighborhoods off the Boulevard and Michigan Avenue hold most of the borough's single-family and two-family housing, the areas near David Brearley and Black Brook Park anchor family life, and the Route 22 and Boulevard corridor forms the borough's commercial spine. Because the whole town is small, the practical differences come down to lot, street, and access. Compare Kenilworth with its central-Union neighbors below before you choose.
Kenilworth's character is that of a small, settled, central-Union borough. Incorporated in 1907, it grew into a family-oriented community defined by its own PreK-12 schools - the combined David Brearley Middle/High School keeps students in town from kindergarten through graduation - and by its central location where the Garden State Parkway, Route 22, and Route 78 all come together. The Galloping Hill Golf Course, a Union County facility, sits along the borough's edge, and Kenilworth's affordability relative to its pricier neighbors has long drawn families and first-time buyers.
Compared with its neighbors, Kenilworth offers a more attainable price than walkable Cranford or premier Westfield next door while keeping its own schools and unmatched highway access, and a smaller, more close-knit feel than the larger townships. Buyers cross-shop Kenilworth against Cranford and Garwood for the walkable rail towns, against Union and Roselle Park for central value, and against Springfield for a similar own-schools borough. Its own schools, the golf course, and its central access are the draws that set it apart.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Kenilworth.
Kenilworth draws families and commuters who want a small, central borough with its own schools and value pricing. A resident can drive minutes to a Raritan Valley Line station in Cranford, Roselle Park, or Union for a train toward Newark and New York, reach the Garden State Parkway or Route 22 in moments, and still be home for a game at Black Brook Park or a round at Galloping Hill. That combination of central access, its own schools, and a small-town feel is what keeps families settling in Kenilworth.
The work-life balance in Kenilworth leans on schools, community, and convenience. The Boulevard and Route 22 offer everyday shopping and dining, David Brearley and youth sports anchor the community, and Black Brook Park, the golf course, and the nearby Watchung Reservation give families recreation close to home. For buyers coming from a pricier suburb, the appeal is value and a close-knit feel; for those from a larger town, it is a smaller, more central community with its own schools.
The trade-offs are modest. Kenilworth has no rail station of its own, so commuters use nearby stations or drive, the Route 22 corridor carries heavy traffic, and the housing stock is mostly older. Buyers who prioritize central access, their own schools, and value accept those trade-offs readily; those who want a walk-to-train downtown or larger lots look to Cranford or Westfield. Either way, it is the schools, the access, and the value that keep Kenilworth in steady demand.
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Browse Union County towns & neighborhoods.
Explore our town-by-town guides near Kenilworth and across Union County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Kenilworth open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Kenilworth, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.
Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Kenilworth through our Union County property pages: single-family homes, suburban and transit-oriented homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Kenilworth market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Kenilworth, NJ is currently $549K, about $330 per square foot. Homes here average 30 days on market with roughly 20 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Kenilworth's market is steady and value-driven. As a small, central borough with its own schools and unmatched highway access, it draws consistent interest from families and commuters, and well-priced colonials, capes, and two-family homes tend to move without lingering.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Kenilworth, larger updated colonials and newer homes command the highest prices, while smaller capes, older homes, and two-family houses offer the more attainable, and often most competitive, entry points. With a small inventory in a compact borough, well-priced listings rarely last long. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Kenilworth.
- Its own PreK-12 schoolsKenilworth runs a full PreK-12 district through the combined David Brearley Middle/High School, keeping students in the borough from kindergarten to graduation.
- Central highway accessAt the meeting of the Garden State Parkway, Route 22, and Route 78, Kenilworth offers exceptional highway access, with nearby Raritan Valley Line stations for rail.
- Value near pricier townsKenilworth offers a more attainable price than walkable Cranford or premier Westfield next door while keeping its own schools.
- Golf and parksThe Galloping Hill Golf Course, Black Brook Park, and the nearby Watchung Reservation give the borough golf, green space, and recreation close to home.
- Small-town feelA compact, close-knit borough, Kenilworth offers a smaller, more community-centered feel than the larger central-Union townships.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Kenilworth centers on its own schools, the Galloping Hill Golf Course and parks, and the central access that defines the borough.
- Browse all homes for sale in Kenilworth or explore the wider Union County market.
- Compare Kenilworth neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: the Boulevard, Route 22, and Michigan Avenue, with the Garden State Parkway, Route 78, and Route 28 a short drive away, plus kenilworth has no rail station of its own, but NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line stations in neighboring Cranford, Roselle Park, and Union are close by for trains toward Newark and New York, and Route 22 and the Garden State Parkway provide fast highway access to the region.
- Explore the Galloping Hill Golf Course, David Brearley Middle/High School, and Black Brook Park, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Kenilworth.
Kenilworth's community life runs on the traditions of a small, central borough: its own PreK-12 schools and David Brearley, youth sports at Black Brook Park, a round at the Galloping Hill Golf Course, and the convenience of a location where the region's highways all come together. For buyers weighing whether Kenilworth fits their life rather than just their commute, an ordinary Saturday at the fields and the golf course tells the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and state government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Kenilworth, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Kenilworth.
First-time buyer in Kenilworth or Union County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.
03Connect for Answers
Frequently asked questions.
What is the average home price in Kenilworth, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in Kenilworth is about $549K, roughly $330 per square foot, with homes averaging around 30 days on market and about 20 active listings - a steady, value-driven market. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-level update.
Why do families move to Kenilworth?
The top reasons are its own schools, the central access, and value. Kenilworth runs its own PreK-12 schools through David Brearley, sits where the region's highways come together, and offers a more attainable price than pricier neighbors.
How are the schools in Kenilworth, NJ?
Kenilworth Public Schools is a PreK-12 district with elementary schools and the combined David Brearley Middle/High School, all within the compact borough, so students stay in town from kindergarten through graduation.
How is the commute from Kenilworth to New York City?
Kenilworth has no rail station of its own, but NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line stations in neighboring Cranford, Roselle Park, and Union are close by for trains toward Newark and New York, and Route 22 and the Garden State Parkway provide fast highway access.
What are the neighborhoods of Kenilworth?
Kenilworth is small and thinks in terms of the residential neighborhoods off the Boulevard and Michigan Avenue, the areas near David Brearley and Black Brook Park, and the commercial corridor along Route 22 and the Boulevard.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Kenilworth?
Mostly single-family: center-hall colonials, Cape Cods, split-levels, and ranches on well-kept lots, with some two-family homes and a limited number of condos. It is a classic central-Union single-family market.
How much are property taxes in Kenilworth, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the borough's rate and each home's assessed value, and they reflect its own schools and services. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific home.
Is the Kenilworth housing market competitive?
Yes. As a small, central borough with its own schools and unmatched highway access, Kenilworth draws steady demand, and with a small inventory, well-priced colonials, capes, and two-family homes frequently move quickly, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.
What is David Brearley in Kenilworth?
David Brearley Middle/High School is Kenilworth's combined public middle and high school, named for David Brearley, a signer of the U.S. Constitution. It keeps the borough's students in town from the middle grades through high school graduation.
What is there to do in Kenilworth?
Daily life centers on the schools and youth sports, the Galloping Hill Golf Course and Black Brook Park, and the shopping and dining of the Route 22 and Boulevard corridor. The Watchung Reservation is a short drive west. For its size, Kenilworth packs a genuine amount into a compact footprint: its own K-12 schools, a county golf course, easy access to three major highways, and nearby rail, all within a close-knit borough of just over two square miles. That mix of value, convenience, and community is what keeps families choosing Kenilworth over larger, pricier neighbors year after year. It remains one of the more overlooked values in central Union County.
Is Kenilworth a good place to live and invest?
Kenilworth combines its own PreK-12 schools, unmatched central highway access, value near pricier towns, and a small-town feel, a mix that supports steady demand. Results depend on the specific home and timing, but the fundamentals that drive Kenilworth value are well established.
What towns border Kenilworth?
Kenilworth borders Cranford, Union, Roselle Park, Springfield, Garwood, and Westfield. Buyers often cross-shop Cranford and Garwood for the walkable rail towns, Union and Roselle Park for central value, and Springfield for a similar own-schools borough.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Kenilworth?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Kenilworth and Union County with full-service representation and a listing fee starting at 1%*. Call 888-327-6555 or request a free home value estimate to start.
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