Short Hills, New Jersey- is an upscale, picturesque community within Millburn Township, renowned for its affluent and highly educated residents, many commuting to New York City via the local Morris & Essex Line train station . Originally developed in the late 19th century by Stewart Hartshorn as a planned, nature‑focused enclave, it features winding streets, preserved woodlands, and historic estates—many in the Short Hills Park Historic District . With a 2020 population around 14,400, Short Hills boasts top-tier public schools, a median household income over $250 K, and median home values exceeding $1.6 M . Highlighted by the luxurious Mall at Short Hills and green escapes like the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, it blends suburban elegance, cultural amenities, and a serene lifestyle—earning it recognition as one of the richest and most desirable suburbs in the U.S.