In 1668, Leonia was settled by the English/Dutch. It is one of the oldest communities in New Jersey and in the United States. To learn more about Leonia history, please visit our Borough History page.

Today, Leonia is a historic, diverse, walkable, tree-lined community. A perfect place to live, work, and play, Leonia is home to beautiful historic housing neighborhoods, a walkable central business district with transit options, a fabulous public school system, and plenty of nearby open space and recreational opportunities, including Overpeck County Park.

Leonia's Recreation Department and Public Library offer a wide variety of classes and events for all ages. The Leonia Senior Center offers weekly programs, events,  and a free senior bus service for residents over age 55, as well as residents 18 years of age and on Medicare disability.

To help new residents get acquainted with our town, the Leonia Welcome Committee has put together a landing page to point you to important phone numbers, applications, and much more. Click here or visit leonianj.gov/welcome to view our New Resident Landing Page!

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"A+" from Niche.com

Niche.com rates Leonia an "A+" and one of New Jersey's 75 best places to live.

"Exceptionally Livable" by Area Vibes

"Very Walkable" by Walk Score

Leonia has a work score of 84 "Very Walkable."