South Amboy L4
southamboynj.gov
The City of South Amboy, a waterfront gem on the coast
of the beautiful Raritan Bay, hosts an amazing waterfront
recreation area and a vibrant downtown district. At only one
square mile, the city enjoys the convenience of many urban
amenities while maintaining a small-town atmosphere. South
Amboy is a choice location to live, work or just enjoy time at
the Gateway to the Jersey Shore. If you’re looking for a great
place to live with convenient commuting options, nearby
amenities and a kid-friendly small-town vibe, pop in for a visit.
You’ll see the City of South Amboy is on the move.
South Brunswick Township E7
southbrunswicknj.gov
Spanning over 41 square miles, South Brunswick is home
to almost 50,000 residents, with picturesque parks, an
esteemed school district and thriving businesses. South
Brunswick hosts portions of the NJ Turnpike, Route 27,
Route 130 and Route 1, as well as a Park and Ride for
public transport to New York. South Brunswick is a modern
and diverse suburban community that provides countless
opportunities for families and businesses and lives up to its
slogan “Crossroads of Progress.” It was ranked 22nd Best
Place to Live in America by CNN Money in 2011 and the
10th Safest City in America to Raise a Child by Safewise in
2016.
South Plainfield Borough I2
www.southplainfieldnj.com
South Plainfield, originally part of Piscataway Township,
established its suburban character after World War II when
Geary Farm was developed into Geary Park. Housing
developments sprang up throughout the north side,
increasing the borough’s population from 8,000 in 1959
to 18,000 in 1960. Commercial and industrial uses were
attracted to the borough through the 1960s and ’70s. Today,
just over 24,000 people live within South Plainfield’s 8.4
square miles.
Middlesex County Office of Parks and Recreation
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South River Borough J5
southrivernj.org
Originally part of East Brunswick Township, South River
received its current name in 1870 and officially became a
borough in 1898. Its 2.9 square miles are home to about
16,350 people.
Spotswood Borough J7
spotswoodboro.com
Incorporated in 1908 from portions of East Brunswick,
Spotswood Borough has an area of nearly 2.5 square miles
and a population just under 8,500. Its first settler James
Johnston originally called the place “Spottiswoode,” named
for his old place of residence in Scotland, and dates back to
its original settlement in 1685.
Woodbridge Township L2
www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us
For more on Woodbridge, see page 44 of this guide.
Photo by Jenifer Rutherford
Woodbridge Township
Photo by Nancy Orlowski
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