The Metropolitan, Garden Communities’ new luxury mixed-use development in downtown Springfield, has reached a key occupancy milestone. With 90% of its apartment and townhome residences now leased, construction is underway on additional townhome inventory at the popular Union County community.
Located at the nexus of Millburn-Short Hills and Springfield, The Metropolitan occupies a former Saks Fifth Avenue store site at 92 Millburn Ave. The community features 270 rental residences just moments from NJ Transit’s Short Hills station.
“Springfield is highly regarded for its charming neighborhoods, vibrant downtown and transit access; it’s a Manhattan commuter’s dream,” said Garden Communities’ Deborah Alexandre, new development leasing manager. “As demand for contemporary suburban multifamily product continues, it’s no surprise The Metropolitan has drawn strong interest from residents looking for a luxury rental community to call home.”
A full complement of indoor and outdoor amenities enhances the lifestyle experience at The Metropolitan. A welcoming and elegant marble-walled lobby with coffee bar punctuates The Metropolitan’s apartment building. Highlights also include an entertainment lounge with a fireplace, billiards and game room; co-working pods; and a state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga room. Residents enjoy conveniences like daytime concierge, EV chargers, package lockers and resident storage, and reserved garage parking. Additionally, The Metropolitan will incorporate approximately 5,000 square feet of retail space fronting Millburn Avenue – with active leasing underway.
Outside, the nine-acre property’s landscaped grounds feature a pocket park with seating, a patio, and outdoor kitchen area with televisions, firepits and barbecues. With spring just around the corner, the heated pool with sundeck and two rooftop decks are perfect for soaking up warm-weather days, taking in a sunset or simply relaxing.
The Metropolitan’s expansive, light-filled one- and two-bedroom apartments boast spacious closets, gourmet kitchens, and in-suite washers and dryers; select apartments offer a den, private balcony or patio. The Metropolitan’s two- and three-bedroom, three-story townhomes each include a two-car private garage.
Monthly rents at The Metropolitan begin at $2,750. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit RentTheMetropolitanNJ.com or call 973-791-4131.
The Metropolitan is just minutes from The Mall at Short Hills, Paper Mill Playhouse and Baltusrol Golf Club. Nearby parks and recreational facilities, and ample shopping and dining along Millburn Avenue, enhance the lifestyle at this residential community. Major thoroughfares – including Routes 78, 22 and 24 – all are nearby.
As one of the region’s most active developers in its high-end niche, Short Hills, N.J.-based Garden Communities is committed to making the communities where its properties are located better places to live through active involvement and support of local events. To that end, on behalf of The Metropolitan, the firm has announced its sponsorship for the 2025 Upper Millburn Avenue Block Party on July 26.
Garden Communities maintains a robust multifamily project pipeline that will introduce dozens of new communities in the tri-state area over the next several years. The company is recognized for its responsive, hands-on approach to property operations, and its focus on meeting the needs and desires of modern renters
