Montclair, NJ is often considered one of the earliest New York suburbs, shaped during the Gilded Age when affluent Manhattan businessmen built grand homes in the hills and financed a rail line to support daily commuting while raising families outside the city. From its beginnings, the town blended innovation with complexity - early infrastructure and modern conveniences alongside the challenges of rapid growth. That history remains visible today through six walkable train stations, strict preservation standards that limit demolition, and architecturally significant homes that often require modernization. The original train station still anchors the town, designed by an architect who died aboard the Titanic before its completion.
Today, Montclair is known for its progressive values, cultural diversity, and strong presence in media, arts, and public life. The community attracts professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs, creating a dynamic civic environment. While the town offers well-regarded public schools, many families also pursue private education, reflecting differing priorities and resources. As housing costs rise and income gaps widen, Montclair continues to balance its ideals with evolving economic realities, shaping how families put down roots and how the town moves forward.
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“We thoroughly enjoyed working with Moses.
He was very responsive and knowledgeable
about the area, especially when it came to
submitting a winning bid. Additionally, he helped
us immensely with the inspections and finding
vendors to complete the projects we wanted to
tackle before we moved in. He helped keep our
closing on track so we could be in the house
before the holidays. We look forward to working
with Moses again and are recommending him to
our family and friends!”
Elisabeth A, Montclair
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“Moses is an excellent agent - knowledgeable,
responsive and a pleasure to have as part of
your real estate team! He helped us successfully
navigate through a difficult seller's market with
expert advice and knowledge of neighborhoods
while always with a positive attitude and sense
of humor (which was greatly appreciated).
Moses was also a great resource on service
providers in our area to allow us to smoothly
transition to our new neighborhood. He
consistently goes beyond the call of duty as an
agent and really cares about his clients. We
highly recommend Moses - you will not be
disappointed in having him by your side at the
negotiation table.
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Ivie R, Montclair
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“Moses was fantastic from start to finish. A true
pro and highly recommended! He worked hard,
was super responsive, and helped us close on
time. He also has a great knowledge of the
Montclair/Glen Ridge area.
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