Boonton Township · Morris County

Real Estate & Housing

Explore Boonton Township's housing market, wooded residential character, larger-lot properties, schools, property taxes, zoning, renovation requirements, affordable-housing resources and practical considerations for buyers and sellers.

The township is very different from neighboring Boonton: it is primarily residential and pastoral, with rolling Rockaway Valley terrain, significant open space and a housing market shaped by privacy, lot size, environmental conditions and access to nearby Morris County employment centers.

Housing GuideMarket snapshot
Property revaluation
Buying & selling
Zoning & permits
Well & septic considerations
Schools
Affordable housing
Commuting & location

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Confirm the municipality before comparing properties. Boonton Township and the Town of Boonton are separate municipalities even though both may use the 07005 ZIP code. Taxes, schools, zoning, municipal services and market conditions can differ substantially.

Boonton Township Housing Market Snapshot

Boonton Township has a relatively small housing inventory, so month-to-month statistics can be volatile. The dated figures below provide a current snapshot without implying a value for any individual property.

$855,597Typical Home ValueZillow Home Value Index · July 31, 2026

+3.4%1-Year Value ChangeZillow · through July 31, 2026

14For-Sale InventoryZillow · July 31, 2026

LimitedRental Market DataCurrent township-level rent statistics are too sparse for a reliable broad average.

Source labels are provided for context. NJTGO does not link free directory content to commercial real-estate websites. Market figures change frequently and should be verified when making a purchase, sale or valuation decision.

What Housing Looks Like in Boonton Township

Single-Family CharacterDetached homes dominate much of the township, with a lower-density pattern than neighboring downtown communities.

Larger & Wooded LotsMany properties are shaped by wooded terrain, hills, mature trees, drainage patterns and greater separation between homes.

Rockaway Valley SettingResidential areas follow historic roads and the rolling landscape of the Rockaway Valley rather than a conventional street-grid downtown.

Older & Newer HomesHousing ranges from older homes and farm-era properties to renovated residences and newer custom construction.

Open-Space InfluenceProtected land, streams, wetlands and environmentally sensitive areas contribute to the township's rural feel and can influence development potential.

Limited Multifamily InventoryThe township has some townhouse, assisted-living and affordable-housing components, but it is not a large apartment-market municipality.

2026 Property Revaluation Alert

Boonton Township announced an upcoming property revaluation on August 5, 2026.

Owners, buyers and sellers should use the newest assessment information available when evaluating taxes or comparing properties. A revaluation can change assessed values across the municipality; the effect on an individual tax bill depends on the new assessment, the overall tax base and the tax rates ultimately applied.

Township Tax Assessor

155 Powerville Road
Boonton Township, NJ 07005
973-402-4004

The office maintains property ownership, assessment, tax-map and current sales information.

Tax Assessment Information

Tax Maps

Township parcel maps are organized by block series. A block and lot number is needed to locate the correct tax-map page.

Boonton Township Tax Maps

Buying a Home in Boonton Township

Verify the MunicipalityA Boonton mailing address does not automatically place a property in Boonton Township. Confirm the municipality, block/lot and tax record first.

Review the Current AssessmentBecause a township-wide revaluation is underway, compare current taxes with the latest assessment and revaluation information.

Study the Property SurveyLot lines, setbacks, easements, streams, wetlands and impervious coverage can matter greatly on larger or irregular parcels.

Check Well & Septic ConditionsWhere private well or septic systems are present, buyers should verify system location, age, testing, maintenance and applicable health requirements.

Understand ZoningFuture pools, sheds, fences, additions, tree removal and other improvements may require township zoning approval.

Evaluate Terrain & DrainageSlopes, wooded areas, rock, stormwater flow and driveway conditions can materially affect maintenance and improvement costs.

Confirm School EligibilityVerify that the property is actually within Boonton Township before relying on Rockaway Valley School or the Mountain Lakes High School sending relationship.

Plan the CommuteMost township homes are automobile-oriented. Consider drive time to I-287, nearby employment centers and Boonton Station if rail is part of the commute.

Zoning, Construction & Property Improvements

Boonton Township requires zoning permits for most construction projects and specifically identifies projects such as pools, storage sheds, fences and tree removal. The current zoning-permit process asks for a property survey showing setbacks and basic construction plans.

Shared construction services: Building inspection services and construction permits are currently provided through the Township of Montville. Boonton Township continues to handle zoning permits, health-related septic/well matters and local smoke-detector inspection requirements.

Planning & Zoning

Review zoning maps, permit requirements, impervious-coverage calculations and Planning Board information before committing to a major project.

Planning & Zoning

Zoning Permit

The township provides an online zoning-permit application for proposed uses and structures.

Zoning Permit Application

Construction Department

Construction permits and inspections are provided through Montville Township under shared services.

Construction Information

Municipal Documents

The township makes land-use ordinances, zoning maps, master-plan material, street maps and tax maps available through municipal records.

Available Documents

Selling a Home in Boonton Township

Closing requirement:

The township states that a Certificate of Occupancy is not required when selling a home, but a smoke-detector, carbon-monoxide-alarm and fire-extinguisher inspection is required before closing. Sellers should schedule the inspection early enough to correct any deficiencies before the transaction date.

Smoke & CO ComplianceWorking alarms are required in specified locations, including on dwelling levels and near sleeping areas.

Fire ExtinguisherThe township requires a qualifying portable extinguisher near the kitchen as part of the closing inspection.

Permit HistorySellers should make sure completed additions, decks, pools, sheds and other improvements have appropriate approvals.

Property RecordsThe Tax Assessor can provide assessment and ownership information, while tax maps help identify the correct parcel.

Seller Inspection Requirements

Schools & Residential Location

Boonton Township operates Rockaway Valley School for kindergarten through eighth grade. Township students attend Mountain Lakes High School through a sending/receiving relationship.

Rockaway Valley School

11 Valley Road
Boonton Township, NJ 07005
973-334-4162

Public K-8 school serving township students.

Rockaway Valley School

Mountain Lakes High School

96 Powerville Road
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046

Boonton Township's public high-school students attend through the sending/receiving relationship.

Mountain Lakes High School

School arrangements can be important to a purchase decision. Confirm the property's municipality and current district relationship directly before buying.

Affordable & Low/Moderate-Income Housing

Boonton Township maintains low- and moderate-income housing resources and current affordable-housing planning materials. The township states that its administration office maintains waiting lists for 24 low/moderate-income units that are for purchase and owner occupancy.

Brae Loch Qualified Purchaser ProgramApplications for qualifying purchase opportunities are available through township administration.

Current Housing PlanThe township's adopted Housing Element and Fair Share Plan guides affordable-housing obligations and future compliance.

Public NoticesAffordable-housing resolutions, plans and updates are maintained on the township's Public Notices page.

Low / Moderate Housing Information Affordable Housing Public Notices

Open Space, Environment & Property Due Diligence

Boonton Township places strong emphasis on preserving its rural character and environmentally sensitive lands. Buyers considering construction, subdivision or substantial site work should investigate constraints early rather than assuming every portion of a large lot is buildable.

Wetlands & StreamsEnvironmental buffers and regulated areas can affect where structures, septic systems, driveways and grading may be placed.

Tree RemovalThe township identifies tree removal among activities that can require zoning approval.

Impervious CoverageDriveways, patios, pools, buildings and other impervious surfaces can affect site-development calculations.

Flood MappingThe township zoning page directs property owners to Morris County/FEMA flood-hazard information when evaluating affected parcels.

Commuting & Nearby Amenities

I-287Nearby highway access connects residents with Parsippany, Morristown-area employment centers and northern New Jersey.

Boonton StationNJ TRANSIT rail service is available in the neighboring Town of Boonton. Residents should compare actual train schedules with commute requirements.

Shopping & DiningMost major retail and dining choices are found just outside the township in Boonton, Denville, Mountain Lakes, Montville, Rockaway and Parsippany.

Outdoor RecreationTownship parks and nearby Tourne County Park strengthen the area's appeal for buyers who value open space and trails.

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Boonton Denville Mountain Lakes Montville Rockaway Township

KinnelonNeighboring community north of Boonton Township.

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