About Ridgewood, New Jersey

Consistently recognized as one of America’s Finest Suburbs Attracting Buyers of Wealth and Culture, the New Jersey town of Ridgewood in Bergen County is one of the most sought-after places to live in the region. When you visit the town and take a look at the many beautiful homes, you’ll feel an ambiance of understated affluence, deep culture, and charm.

Properties in Ridgewood are distinctive, with a myriad of estates sitting on large, well-manicured parcels of land that are set back on wide, quiet, tree-lined streets. You can feel the community pride in the way the homes and local areas are meticulously maintained. The location of amenities are also very well thought out, as the town was developed with a major focus of being among the most walkable towns in Bergen County. In particular, the schools here are carefully planned out so that all homes are within walking distance from one or more of the renowned local schools.

For these reasons alone, it's no wonder why Ridgewood is ranked year after year as one of the best places to live in New Jersey. With an unbeatable location, just an hour or so commute from NYC, this community is full of primary residences suitable for young professionals, retirees and growing families.

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Ridgewood Home & Community Information

When you drive down the plethora of safe, tree-lined residential streets in town, you'll find that the area is rich with picturesque estates and charming single-family homes constructed in lovely traditional architectural styles. Listing prices of properties in Ridgewood—as well as most homes for sale in Bergen County—range from just under $300,000 to almost $6,000,000, and include condominiums, townhomes, estates and single-family homes with price points to fit just about any budget.

Mansions and other types of luxury homes dominate the high end of this price scale, while smaller, more modest residences occupy the more affordable end. The median value of homes in Ridgewood hovers around the $650,000 mark, while median sale prices are just under $800,000. Regardless of the home you choose, when you invest in a piece of Ridgewood real estate, you’re investing in precision craftsmanship and quality.

Boasting beautiful landscapes, world-class schools, endless entertainment and recreation, and some of the best real estate choices in the area, it is easy to understand why so many New Jersey home buyers start their property search in Ridgewood. Home to some of the most breathtaking luxury real estate in the area, an exploration of the Ridgewood real estate market should not be missed. Browse the newest homes for sale in Ridgewood, NJ.

Schools & Education

Ridgewood is known for its award-winning school system. The schools are highly ranked among their counterparts, are well-staffed, well-equipped, and offer exceptional programs for the gifted, those with special needs, and adults who wish to further their education. Consider living in Ridgewood if you want to offer your children a quality education without sending them far from home. Below is a list of local schools for residents from kindergarten through high school:

• Hawes School (K-5)
• Orchard School (K-5)
• Ridge School (K-5)
• Somerville School (K-5)
• Travell School (K-5)
• Willard School (K-5)
• George Washington Middle (6-8)
• Ben Franklin Middle (6-8)
• Ridgewood High School (9-12)

Life in Ridgewood

One of the larger settlements in the area, with a population approaching 25,000, the town of Ridgewood offers something for everyone. Living here also means access to some of the most unique shopping and dining experiences in the area. Here, you’ll find a thriving downtown that is complete with one-of-a-kind boutique stores, popular retail stores and more than 50 different restaurants that offer everything from Asian to Greek, Italian to American, and everything in between. The main strip also boasts a popular movie theater, and breakfast at the Country Pancake House has become a town staple.

Recreation also abounds in Ridgewood with access to the Graydon Pool, which is used for both swimming in the summer and ice-skating in the winter, a top-notch arts program and a widely used YMCA facility. Other popular attractions include the Ridgewood Women’s Club and the Symphony Orchestra.

Ridgewood, NJ Real Estate Services

Finding the right home in the Ridgewood real estate market requires working with a real estate professional who is knowledgeable about the surrounding area and the available local homes for sale. The agent you choose to help you purchase a home should be able to give you a thorough account of the amenities and characteristics of all available properties. Furthermore, an agent who is knowledgeable about both Bergen County and Ridgewood will be able to provide you with important, detailed information, such as neighborhood safety measures and how well the local schools are educating students. The quality of advice you’ll receive from someone with considerable real estate expertise will help you make well-informed choices!

Whether you’re looking to buy a home, sell a home, or just to learn more about the local real estate market, the experts at Tarvin Realtors are your go-to pros. Stop by our Ridgewood office today to learn why we’re the area’s premier real estate company.