Harrison places you along the Passaic River opposite Newark, in Hudson County, with a commute that’s hard to beat. From the upgraded PATH station managed by the Port Authority (PATH), you’re minutes to Jersey City and Manhattan, and match days at the gleaming Red Bull Arena (Red Bull Arena) energize the waterfront. The Riverbend District pairs modern apartments and cafes with classic brick rowhouses on quieter blocks, while Harrison Avenue dishes up Portuguese, Spanish, and global favorites inspired by the neighboring Ironbound. When it’s time to unwind, West Hudson Park (West Hudson Park) on the edge of Kearny offers trails, ballfields, and a serene lake.
Families appreciate the scale and community feel of Harrison Public Schools (Harrison Public Schools), and the town’s location near major campuses opens doors: Rutgers University–Newark (Rutgers University–Newark) and NJIT (NJIT) sit just across the river for coursework, events, and career connections. Municipal services and local updates are easy to access through the Town of Harrison (Town of Harrison). With PATH trains, regional buses, and quick access to Newark Penn Station, car-free living is genuinely achievable.
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