Yantacaw sits in southeast Nutley, roughly bordered by Chestnut Street to the north, Passaic Avenue to the east, Centre Street to the west and the Clifton town line to the south. The neighborhood literally centers on Yantacaw Place, home to both the 28-acre Yanticaw Park and Yantacaw Elementary School, giving residents instant green-space vibes and easy school runs.
History & Name
“Yantacaw” is a Lenape word (originally Yantokah) for the local brook; Essex County began buying up land in 1911 and by 1914 had created Yanticaw Park’s lake and trails, setting the stage for today’s tree-lined streets and playgrounds.
Housing Stock & Market
Expect a mix of center-hall Colonials, brick Tudors and a handful of condos/townhomes. As of July 2025, the median sale price is about $730 K, with listings ranging from mid-$300 Ks to high-$800 Ks—so whether you’re flipping or holding for equity, there’s room to win here . Zillow currently shows homes from $359 K condos up to $850 K turnkey Colonials, reflecting the area’s diversity in square footage and style.
Amenities & Education
Yanticaw Park isn’t just grass and trees—it’s got a rubberized playground, artificial-turf softball fields, riverside walking trails along the Third River and even courts for pickup hoops. Yantacaw Elementary (built 1902) educates about 518 K-6 students at a 14:1 student-teacher ratio, with 60 % math proficiency and 68 % reading proficiency.
Transportation & Commuting
NJ Transit buses roll out every 30 minutes from the Rt 3 & Passaic Ave stop, hitting Port Authority in about 26 minutes for $7–50 one-way. That plug-and-play express option makes Yantacaw strategic AF for professionals who want suburban peace with NYC’s hustle right next door