Urban Living Without The City Hassle: Secaucus, NJ

SECAUCUS, NJ — This week, Storage Cafe — a marketing firm for the storage industry — released a study of the "best American suburbs with urban flair."

And Secaucus came in No. 13 in the nation.

Secaucus locals will not be surprised to hear the town praised for having small-town vibes with an urban city feel. The study writers said they were looking for towns that have "white picket fence" vibes, with the safety and good schools of a suburb, combined with walkability, a thriving restaurant/business scene and access to mass transit. They were also specifically looking for towns that have a mix of single-family homes and apartment rentals.

Of course, Secaucus fits all those check marks!

"Choosing where to live increasingly feels like a matter of compromise between safe neighborhoods, good schools, an active social life and affordability. Interestingly enough, Secaucus may just be your best bet these days if you’re seeking a suitable compromise — or the perfect balance.

"More than just a bedroom community, this Hudson County suburb has grown into a vibrant place to live. In fact, according to our most recent study, Secaucus ranks 13th nationally among the best U.S. suburbs with urban flair," they wrote.

Edina, MN, Falls Church, VA, and Palo Alto, CA, were their Top 3 suburbs for a city-like lifestyle.

Here’s what made Secaucus shine as one of the best suburbs for a live-work-play lifestyle:

• With 64% of its local housing inventory comprised of multifamily units, Secaucus offers a diverse range of living options for both current and prospective residents. This, coupled with great schools, sets the city apart as a desirable place to live.
• Boasting an impressive median household income of over $125K and almost 47 businesses per 1,000 residents, Secaucus has a lively business scene.
• With 3.1 healthcare and social assistance establishments per 1,000 people, Secaucus makes it easy for residents to get access to top-notch healthcare, rent help and help finding employment.
• Transit infrastructure in Secaucus is well-developed, providing both easy access to major highways and good connections to nearby employment hubs through public transportation. Roughly 55.2% of people use their car to get to work, which is lower than the national average. Many people in Secaucus take the train or bus to commute to work.

"On the opposite coast, Secaucus, NJ, and Garden City, NY (Long Island), are two New York metro-area suburbs that succeed in providing an urban feel in a suburban setting, ranking 13th and 14th respectively in our list. Secaucus, NJ, which saw a 14% population growth over the past five years, is recommended by its dynamic local economy, with 46 businesses per 1,000 residents and a median household income of over $125K. Secaucus displays excellent housing diversity, with only 36% of the housing stock comprising single family homes. It’s very well connected to NYC through public transportation, and car usage is relatively low. Only 55% of Secaucus residents rely on cars for daily commutes."

You can find the full report here: https://www.storagecafe.com/blog/best-suburbs-for-city-like-living/