It then narrowed down the list to 50 winners that offer “an exceptional quality of life.”

Additionally, Metuchen’s kid-friendly amenities and high-quality public school system have made it extremely popular with families.

You’ll also be able to find a lot of bang for your housing buck here.

A house in Metuchen, NJ

A colorful home in Metuchen, New Jersey during wintertime.Credit:Susmita Baral/Travel + Leisure

According toZillow, the median home value in Metuchen is $637,692.

Data also indicates real estate prices have been on the rise since 2016.

Main street in Metuchen

Businesses and restaurants line a main street in Metuchen.Susmita Baral/Travel + Leisure