Maplewood is a welcoming suburban enclave with beautiful historic homes found on tree-lined streets with spacious backyards. The very walkable downtown is full of eclectic and diverse restaurants and boutique shops. Maplewood is a very tight-knit community known for its streetwide block parties, and events like Maplewoodstock, various art walks, and cultural and literary festivals. Maplewood provides easy access to New York City for work and entertainment, and both the Jersey Shore and Pocono Mountains are an easy 1 to 1.5 hour drive away.