About Kenilworth, NJ
Kenilworth is a suburb of New York City with a population of 8,182. Kenilworth is in Union County. Living in Kenilworth offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Kenilworth there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Kenilworth. The public schools in Kenilworth are above average.
History of Kenilworth, NJ
In the late 1890’s, the New Orange Industrial Association purchased some farms in portions of Cranford and Union and divided them into building lots. The lots were sold through illustrated brochures that pictured beautiful parks, lakes, an opera house, and yacht clubs. Because New Orange was often confused with one of the Essex County Oranges, the community adopted the name Kenilworth when it was created as a borough in 1907.
