About North Caldwell Boro, NJ
North Caldwell is a suburb of New York City with a population of 6,640. North Caldwell is in Essex County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in North Caldwell offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. The public schools in North Caldwell are highly rated.
History of North Caldwell Boro, NJ
In 1701, North Caldwell was part of a large tract of land which was purchased by a group of colonists from the Sagamore Indians. The tract was known as “Horseneck” and remained so until 1798 when it was officially named Caldwell Township. North Caldwell continued as part of the Township for 100 years. Since the beginning in the early part of the eighteenth century, North Caldwell has served as a fine example of the charm and simple pleasures of suburban life. The Borough of North Caldwell enjoyed a reputation for a healthy climate and was called the “ Denver of the East” and attracted many people during the summer. The Borough of North Caldwell was incorporated in 1898.
