01Search in Caldwell, NJ
Caldwell, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Caldwell, New Jersey. Caldwell, A small, walkable borough in western Essex County built around the Bloomfield Avenue downtown and Caldwell University, known for its classic colonials, its strong community feel, and its birthplace of President Grover Cleveland pairs a walkable downtown, a strong community feel, and shared top-regarded schools with an appealing Essex County lifestyle. Its housing is a classic small-borough mix: center-hall and Dutch colonials on tree-lined streets, capes and Tudors, and a limited supply of condos and townhomes near the walkable Bloomfield Avenue downtown.
Caldwell is framed by Bloomfield Avenue, Central Avenue, and Passaic Avenue, with Interstate 280, Route 46, and the Garden State Parkway a short drive away, with strong regional access. Caldwell relies on bus service along Bloomfield Avenue toward Newark and New York and on quick access to Interstate 280 and Route 46, with nearby Montclair-Boonton Line and Newark rail stations for commuters bound for Manhattan. Prices reflect the town's appeal: smaller homes and condos start in the $400s to $500s, most single-family colonials run in the $500s to $750,000, and larger updated homes near Grover Cleveland Park climb past $800,000.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Caldwell listings, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Caldwell, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the walkable Bloomfield Avenue downtown, the Caldwell University area, and the tree-lined residential streets between Bloomfield Avenue and the Grover Cleveland Park border.
Caldwell is served by the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District, with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in nearby Livingston and quick regional access. Because well-located Caldwell homes draw steady interest, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Inventory in Caldwell spans a real range, from center-hall and Dutch colonials, capes and Tudors, and a limited supply of condos and townhomes near the downtown. Knowing which neighborhood and price tier fit your commute and budget before you tour will save time in a market where the best homes move quickly.
66 Properties Available
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1 Bed 1 Bath$299,900Open Thu 5PM-7PM79 Roseland Ave #73, Caldwell Boro Twp., NJ 07006
Listed by HOWARD HANNA RAND REALTY
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 2 Baths 10,018 Sqft Lot$699,999New100 Mountain Ave, North Caldwell Boro, NJ 07006
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS - NJ METRO GROUP
Single Family Home
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7 Beds 7.5 Baths 0.44 Acres Lot$4,500,000New - 1/46 46
6 Beds 3.5 Baths 0.67 Acres Lot$1,650,000New - 1/50 50
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,422 SqFt$949,000Coming Soon - 1/43 43
5 Beds 2 Baths 6,534 Sqft Lot$825,000New - 1/42 42
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,392 SqFt$859,900Active - 1/50 50
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,736 SqFt$1,500,000Active - 1/42 42
4 Beds 2.5 Baths$899,000Active - 1/45 45
4 Beds 2 Baths 8,276 Sqft Lot$649,000Active - 1/34 34
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 0.48 Acres Lot$799,000Active - 1/21 21
4 Beds 2.5 Baths$750,000Active - 1/38 38
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 1.21 Acres Lot$2,999,000Active - 1/37 37
4 Beds 3 Baths 10,018 Sqft Lot$899,000Active - 1/47 47
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 0.6 Acres Lot$1,950,000Active - 1/47 47
5 Beds 3 Baths 3,368 SqFt$1,300,000Under Contract - 1/30 30
7 Beds 3 Baths 0.35 Acres Lot$885,000Under Contract117 Central Ave, West Caldwell Twp., NJ 07006
Listed by FALLIVENE AGENCY INC.
Multi-Family, Commercial
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4 Beds 2.5 Baths 9,148 SqFt$1,050,000Active - 1/50 50
5 Beds 3 Baths$799,000Under Contract - 1/38 38
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 0.59 Acres Lot$1,399,900Active27 Hamilton Dr West, North Caldwell Boro, NJ 07006
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Single Family Home
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2 Beds 2 Baths$539,000Under Contract105 Roseland Ave #1601, Caldwell Boro Twp., NJ 07006
Listed by BROWN HARRIS STEVENS NEW JERSEY
Townhouse
- 1/33 33
8 Beds 4 Baths$1,090,000Under Contract - 1/47 47
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 0.44 Acres Lot$949,900Under Contract - 1/34 34
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,512 SqFt$899,900Under Contract
02Explore Communities & Market
Explore Caldwell and nearby Essex communities.
Caldwell offers a distinct place within Essex County, and where you buy within it shapes your daily life, commute, and taxes. Families drawn to the walkable downtown and shared schools gravitate to Caldwell's tree-lined residential streets, buyers seeking a small-borough feel choose the neighborhoods near Bloomfield Avenue and Caldwell University, and first-time buyers priced out of the pricier western suburbs look to the borough's classic colonials. Compare Caldwell with its Essex County neighbors below before you choose.
Caldwell's character is that of a compact, walkable borough with a genuine downtown. Bloomfield Avenue runs through the center with shops, restaurants, and the Caldwell University campus, and tree-lined residential streets of colonials radiate from it. The borough is the birthplace of President Grover Cleveland, shares its schools with neighboring West Caldwell, and offers a small-town, community-centered feel within easy reach of Newark and the highways.
Compared with its neighbors, Caldwell offers a walkable downtown and a strong community feel at prices more attainable than the larger estate suburbs nearby, though without a train station of its own. Buyers cross-shop Caldwell against West Caldwell and the other Caldwells for a similar small-borough character, against Verona and Cedar Grove for comparable western-Essex living, and against Montclair for a step up in price and rail access. Its walkability, its schools, and its community feel are the draws that set it apart.
Buyers should note that Caldwell is a small, walkable, built-out borough of well-kept colonials, so condition and proximity to the Bloomfield Avenue downtown drive price as much as anything, and the borough's limited inventory means well-located homes can draw quick interest.
Because Caldwell has no train station of its own, buyers bound for Manhattan should factor in bus routes along Bloomfield Avenue or the drive to nearby Montclair-Boonton Line and Newark rail stations, while Interstate 280 and Route 46 give drivers quick regional access.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Caldwell.
Caldwell draws families and buyers who want a walkable, community-centered borough within easy reach of Newark and the highways. A resident can walk to shops, restaurants, and the farmers market along Bloomfield Avenue, send children through the shared Caldwell-West Caldwell schools, and enjoy Grover Cleveland Park, all in a compact borough with a strong small-town identity.
The work-life balance in Caldwell leans on its walkable downtown, its schools, and its access. Bloomfield Avenue offers a genuine village center of shops and dining, the shared schools and Caldwell University anchor the community, and buses plus Interstate 280 and Route 46 give residents varied commutes to Newark and beyond. For buyers who want a small-borough feel with real amenities, Caldwell delivers a walkable, close-knit town.
The trade-offs reflect Caldwell's size and housing stock: it is a small, built-out borough without a train station of its own, so Manhattan commuters rely on buses or drive to nearby rail, and its homes are older, so inspections matter. Buyers who prioritize walkability, community, and value accept those trade-offs, while those wanting larger lots or walk-to-train rail look to North Caldwell, Essex Fells, or Montclair. Either way, the downtown and the community feel keep Caldwell in steady demand.
A defining feature of Caldwell is its genuine walkable downtown along Bloomfield Avenue, anchored by Caldwell University and lined with shops and restaurants, which gives the small borough a village center rare at its size and a strong sense of community that draws families. Caldwell shares its well-regarded schools with neighboring West Caldwell through the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District, running through James Caldwell High School, which is a major draw for families choosing the borough.
The borough's history as the birthplace of President Grover Cleveland, marked by the preserved Grover Cleveland Birthplace and the nearby county park that bears his name, gives Caldwell a distinctive identity and adds to its community pride.
Over the long term, Caldwell's combination of a walkable downtown, shared well-regarded schools, a strong community feel, and easy highway access gives it a steady, community-driven housing market, and buyers who choose well-kept homes near the downtown or the park benefit from consistent demand from families seeking a small-borough lifestyle. Caldwell University, founded in 1939 on Bloomfield Avenue and now a coeducational institution of several thousand students, anchors the borough with a campus, cultural events, and a steady student and faculty presence, while the preserved Grover Cleveland Birthplace, a state historic site marking the only U.S. president born in New Jersey, gives this small borough a landmark that few towns its size can claim.
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Homes for sale by property type.
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The Caldwell market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Caldwell, NJ is currently $599K, about $386 per square foot. Homes here average 26 days on market with roughly 32 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Caldwell's market is a compact, community-centered one built around its walkable downtown and shared schools, with classic colonials and a limited supply of condos, drawing families, first-time buyers, and buyers seeking a small-borough feel.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Caldwell, larger updated colonials near Grover Cleveland Park command the highest prices, while smaller homes and condos near the downtown offer the more attainable entry points. Because the borough is small and its stock is older, comparing condition and location matters as much as the boroughwide median. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Caldwell.
- Walkable downtownBloomfield Avenue runs through Caldwell with shops, restaurants, a farmers market, and the Caldwell University campus, giving the borough a genuine village center.
- Shared well-regarded schoolsCaldwell shares the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District, running through James Caldwell High School, with neighboring West Caldwell.
- Strong community feelA compact borough with community events, parades, and a small-town identity, Caldwell offers a close-knit lifestyle.
- Attainable western-Essex pricesClassic colonials at prices more attainable than the larger estate suburbs nearby put Caldwell within reach of families and first-time buyers.
- Parks and historyGrover Cleveland Park and the preserved Grover Cleveland Birthplace give the borough green space and a distinctive identity.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Caldwell centers on the walkable Bloomfield Avenue downtown, Caldwell University, the Grover Cleveland Birthplace, and Grover Cleveland Park.
- Browse all homes for sale in Caldwell or explore the wider Essex County market.
- Compare Caldwell neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Bloomfield Avenue, Central Avenue, and Passaic Avenue, with Interstate 280, Route 46, and the Garden State Parkway a short drive away, plus caldwell relies on bus service along Bloomfield Avenue toward Newark and New York and on quick access to Interstate 280 and Route 46, with nearby Montclair-Boonton Line and Newark rail stations for commuters bound for Manhattan.
- Explore the Bloomfield Avenue downtown, Caldwell University, the Grover Cleveland Birthplace, and Grover Cleveland Park, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Caldwell.
Caldwell's community life runs on its downtown and its traditions: shops, restaurants, and a farmers market along Bloomfield Avenue, the campus energy of Caldwell University, community events and parades, and weekends at Grover Cleveland Park. For buyers weighing whether Caldwell fits their life, a walk along Bloomfield Avenue and through the park tells the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Caldwell, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Caldwell.
First-time buyer in Caldwell or Essex County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.
03Connect for Answers
Frequently asked questions.
What is the average home price in Caldwell, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in Caldwell is about $599K, roughly $386 per square foot, with homes averaging around 26 days on market and about 32 active listings. Call 888-327-6555 for a neighborhood update.
Why do buyers move to Caldwell?
The top draws are the walkable downtown, the schools, and the community feel. Caldwell offers a genuine village center along Bloomfield Avenue, shared well-regarded schools, a strong small-town identity, and attainable western-Essex prices.
How are the schools in Caldwell, NJ?
Caldwell shares the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District with West Caldwell, a K-12 district running through James Caldwell High School, which is a major draw for families.
How is the commute from Caldwell to Manhattan?
Caldwell relies on bus service along Bloomfield Avenue and quick access to Interstate 280 and Route 46, since the borough has no station of its own; nearby Montclair-Boonton Line and Newark rail stations serve commuters bound for Manhattan.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Caldwell?
A classic small-borough mix: center-hall and Dutch colonials, capes and Tudors, and a limited supply of condos and townhomes near the downtown.
Is Caldwell a walkable town?
Yes. Caldwell is built around the walkable Bloomfield Avenue downtown, with shops, restaurants, a farmers market, and the Caldwell University campus, giving the small borough a genuine village center.
What is Caldwell known for?
Caldwell is known for its walkable Bloomfield Avenue downtown, Caldwell University, its strong community feel, and as the birthplace of President Grover Cleveland, marked by the preserved Grover Cleveland Birthplace.
How much are property taxes in Caldwell, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the borough's rate and the home's assessed value. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates and appeals; we can help estimate carrying costs on a specific home.
Is the Caldwell housing market competitive?
With limited inventory in a small borough, well-located homes near the downtown and Grover Cleveland Park can draw quick interest, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.
Does Caldwell share schools with West Caldwell?
Yes. Caldwell and West Caldwell share the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District, a K-12 district running through James Caldwell High School.
What is there to do in Caldwell?
Daily life centers on the Bloomfield Avenue downtown, Caldwell University, Grover Cleveland Park, the Grover Cleveland Birthplace, and the borough's community events and farmers market.
What towns border Caldwell?
Caldwell borders West Caldwell to the north and west, North Caldwell to the north, Verona and Cedar Grove to the east, and Essex Fells to the south. Buyers often cross-shop West Caldwell, Verona, and Cedar Grove.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Caldwell?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers across Caldwell, from the downtown to the Grover Cleveland Park neighborhoods, with a listing fee starting at 1%*. Call 888-327-6555 or request a free home value estimate to start.
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