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08-08-2009, 09:00 AM
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Work in Morris Plains-how far west can I go??
We are considering taking a position in Morris Plains, but will be moving from the Atlanta area. We would like to keep our costs down, and see we can get a lot more for the $$ when we look west of Morris Plains. How far west would be a easy commute (30+/- mins) and desireable for a young family of 5??
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08-08-2009, 09:11 AM
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It's been a while (8 years) since I worked in Morris Plains, but when I did I lived in Green Twp, exit 19 off of Rt. 80. I budgeted one hour for the trip, and never had a problem being on time, usually I was early. Traffic is heavy, but moves better than on alternate routes, such as 206.
The biggest problem for me was the sun glare. You are driving east as the sun is coming up.
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08-08-2009, 09:35 AM
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Washington Twp. (Morris County) would probably be your best bet.
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08-08-2009, 01:15 PM
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so Washington Twp is a 30 minute commute to Morris Plains?
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08-08-2009, 04:39 PM
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Lifelong NJ, Winter in SC...Hometown NEPA
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I'd look into the cute town of Hackettstown. It should be under an hours drive there.
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08-08-2009, 04:46 PM
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Oooo, of course Hackettstown...great town too...(right there next to Mt. Olive & Washington Twnshp too) Town of Hackettstown New Jersey & here is a map to give you an idea Ask.com Maps & Directions. |
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08-08-2009, 07:36 PM
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Yeah but aren't the schools kinda crappy in Hackettstown?
As Helga B said above - look in Long Valley.
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08-08-2009, 10:11 PM
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That is one of those questions better determined by the prospector this is s good source for researching that info NJ.com: School report card. Good luck & have fun looking!!! |
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08-08-2009, 10:56 PM
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Depending on your budget, you may not have to go that far. There are all sorts of towns surrounding that area. Most of it is where the hilly topography of Morris County and NJ starts off. Nearby you have Rockaway, Denville, Randolph, etc which are all under 30 mins, some well under.
Also depends what type of topography and density you like.
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