Apartments for Rent in Bloomfield Township, NJ

Renter's guide to Bloomfield, NJ

Bloomfield is a town that truly has it all. The city enjoys rapid growth, but in a planned, controlled manner. In fact, its redevelopment plans have won grants from New Jersey Future, a statewide organization. It’s also a great place if you have kids or are starting a family – the schools here are award-winning.

The city is a suburb of Newark, part of Essex County, and is conveniently located near New York City. It’s 5.3 square miles, which is about one-sixth the size of Newark and one-fifth the size of Jersey City.

NYC is only about 17 miles away. Newark is even closer, at 8 miles. Or you can take the 123 mile drive over to Atlantic City.

The weather doesn’t get too hot here, even in the summer. The average high in July is only 86ºF. Winters can be cold though, with average lows around 15ºF. Snowfall varies from year to year, but is generally light, though the city is susceptible to blizzards.

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Things to do in Bloomfield, NJ

While you're here, you'll definitely want to check out a New Jersey Devils game. Locals love watching them dominate the ice.

And New York has plenty of their own pro teams just a short trip away, including the Yankees, Knicks, and Giants.

Shopping here centers on the downtown historic district, Bloomfield Center. You’ll find trendy shops, boutiques, and outdoor cafes and bistros. There’s also Bloomfield Plaza, which features a variety of stores, including some selling vintage clothing and other items.

For a day of fun with the kids, why not take them to Turtleback Zoo? Here you can view animals from around the world, including penguins and leopards. Even more family fun can be had at Doin’ Dishes, where you create and paint your own custom pottery.

A trip to Bella Napoli, a celebrated local Italian restaurant, makes the perfect date for couples. Or you could show off your skills by purchasing produce at the farmer’s market downtown and cooking a special dinner for your significant other.

The city is constantly having parades, festivals, and parties. In addition to the summer block parties, Bloomfield puts on a huge Memorial Day parade every year. There’s also the annual HarvestFest, featuring rides, vendors, samples from local restaurants, and games.

Bloomfield, NJ employment & economy

Bloomfield is home to several thriving industries. Those in the life sciences can find a position with Bradley Pharmaceuticals. The county also contains a brewery and a distillery, if you’re looking for a career in chemistry or food science.

Healthcare and education are two other big sectors in town. Clara Maas Medical Center and Columbus Hospital LTACH employ hundreds. If your field is education, check out Bloomfield Public Schools or Bloomfield College.

Education in Bloomfield, NJ

The Bloomfield Public Schools system contains 11 total schools, including a magnet vocational high school which was ranked first out of vocational high schools in Essex County.

The city is also home to Bloomfield College, a small liberal arts institution offering an excellent education. In fact, in 2015 U.S. News & World Report ranked it as a top college, and also gave it honors for diversity among the student body. It's acclaimed for its visual and performing arts programs, in particular.

Nearby Newark also has the New Jersey Institute of Technology and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, if you're interested in those fields.