Welcome to Demarest
The Demarest community is well known for its luxury and affluence. It’s small and suburban, yet still offers its residents so many opportunities of every kind. Its personal charm, local restaurants, and community events are plentiful. It has its own close-knit community feel, one that brings this small area to life, and always has throughout its history.
From the building of the town’s well-loved gazebo to all of the annual events, residents are active and involved. Demarest is also home to a lot of gorgeous scenery and is well known for its Nature Center, which has luscious greenery and local wildlife. The area’s rich history and well-preserved architecture within its natural environment give this borough its own unique charm.
What to Love
- Peaceful and private suburban neighborhood.
- Restaurants, shopping, and outdoor recreational experiences.
- Affluent and luxurious
Local Lifestyle
Demarest’s high quality of life is something that its residents cherish about this community. As a small town, neighbors are friendly, and they really have a sense of being tight-knit. This is reflected throughout the town, from its annual festivals and its community events happening all year round. The Peace Site Gazebo at the town’s duck pond is the site of many social activities with friends, family, and neighbors! Residents of Demarest also like to take advantage of the excellent restaurants that are local to the area. With so many amenities and a beautiful environment, there is much to love about living in Demarest.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
There is plenty of dining and entertainment in Demarest, from dining spots to neighborhood-run shops.
Within a beautiful atmosphere, Yasou Mykonos is a restaurant that people love for its Mediterranean dishes. Favorites include souvlaki and gyros. Sandwiches, deli meats, and soups are Demarest Deli's specialties. With its high-quality food and inviting environment, it has become a community staple.
One of the top shops in Demarest is Xplor Wine. They specialize in all things artisanal wines, beers, and spirits. They even have special events, such as wine tastings too.
Things to Do
Outdoor recreation and community events are some of the most common ways you’ll see Demarest residents enjoying their free time.
The Demarest Nature Center is well known and beloved by residents of this neighborhood. The center is perfect for walking through trails, taking in the beauty, and seeing the local wildlife. One of the most popular community events happens at the center too, which is Oktoberfest. This festival happens at the Duck Pond, and there is a craft show, canoeing, and lots of delicious food.
Wakelee Field is a park that people love spending time at. This park is most known for its baseball field, so anyone who likes to play or watch sports can have lots of fun here.
Another event that happens every year is the annual 5k run. This run is perfect for people of all ages and all running levels and brings people together to raise money for the community’s local schools.
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