01Search in Fair Lawn, NJ
Fair Lawn, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. A large, diverse family suburb in west-central Bergen County, Fair Lawn pairs an established school system and two commuter rail stations with one of the most important pieces of planning history in America: Radburn, the 1929 "Town for the Motor Age." Its housing reflects that range, from solid colonials, Tudors, and Cape Cods across the borough to the distinctive single-family homes, townhomes, and apartments of the Radburn superblocks.
Fair Lawn is framed by Route 208, Route 4, and Route 17, with the George Washington Bridge a short drive southeast, but its standout feature for commuters is a pair of NJ Transit Bergen County Line stations - Radburn and Broadway - both running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal with PATH and ferry connections to Manhattan. Prices reflect the schools and the commute: smaller capes begin in the $400s to $500s, most single-family homes run from about $550,000 to $800,000, and the largest updated colonials climb past $850,000.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Fair Lawn listings, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Fair Lawn, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the historic Radburn community, the Warren Point neighborhood, and the Broadway and River Road corridors.
Fair Lawn is served by the established Fair Lawn Public Schools and Fair Lawn High School, with two commuter rail stations, the Saddle River County Park path, and Valley Hospital in nearby Paramus. Because well-located Fair Lawn homes can move quickly, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Fair Lawn is large and varied, so buyers often decide between a classic colonial near one of the two stations, a Radburn home with access to the community's parks and paths, and a Cape or ranch in Warren Point or along River Road. Knowing which neighborhood and which station fit your commute and budget before you tour will save real time in an active market.
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Explore Fair Lawn and nearby Bergen communities.
Fair Lawn is a big borough with genuinely distinct neighborhoods, and the right one depends on your commute, your budget, and how much you value Radburn's unusual design. Radburn itself, on the east side, is the borough's signature: a 1929 planned community of superblocks, cul-de-sacs, and interior parks connected by a pedestrian path system, with its own 1929 station and a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and apartments. Warren Point, on the west side toward Paterson, offers more conventional colonials and Capes, while the Broadway and River Road corridors anchor the borough's commercial life and its second rail station. Compare Fair Lawn's neighborhoods and nearby towns below before you choose.
Fair Lawn's character is rooted in both Dutch-colonial history and twentieth-century planning. Incorporated in 1924 from part of old Saddle River Township, the borough became nationally significant in 1929 when planners Clarence Stein and Henry Wright, backed by the City Housing Corporation, built Radburn as a model "Town for the Motor Age" that separated pedestrians from cars - a design studied by planners worldwide and designated a National Historic Landmark district in 2005. That planning heritage sits alongside a large, diverse community of roughly 35,000 residents, including a growing Orthodox Jewish population with several synagogues and kosher establishments.
Compared with its neighbors, Fair Lawn offers more housing variety and a more attainable entry point than pricier Ridgewood and Glen Rock next door while sharing the same Bergen County Line, and its two stations and Radburn character set it apart from more uniform suburbs like Paramus and Saddle Brook. Buyers cross-shop Fair Lawn against Glen Rock and Ridgewood for schools and rail, and against Elmwood Park and Garfield when they want lower prices. Few Bergen towns combine this much history, transit, and range.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Fair Lawn.
Fair Lawn draws families who want strong schools, a real sense of community, and a reliable Manhattan commute. A resident can walk or drive to one of two Bergen County Line stations - Radburn or Broadway - for a train toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken, or take Route 208 and Route 4 toward the George Washington Bridge, and still be home for a walk on the Saddle River County Park path or an evening in one of Radburn's interior parks. Two stations, strong schools, and Radburn's distinctive design are a combination few Bergen towns can match.
The work-life balance in Fair Lawn leans on community and convenience. The borough has active commercial corridors along Broadway, Fair Lawn Avenue, and River Road, a large and diverse population that supports a wide range of restaurants, markets, and houses of worship, and the interior parks and pedestrian paths of Radburn that give families green space woven right into the neighborhood. For buyers coming from a city, the appeal is space, schools, and two train options; for those from a smaller town, it is the range and amenities of a larger, established suburb.
The trade-offs are modest. Fair Lawn is a busy, built-out suburb, so lots are typical rather than expansive and the commercial corridors carry real traffic, and Radburn's homes come with a homeowner association and design guidelines that some buyers love and others find restrictive. Buyers who prioritize schools, transit, and community accept those trade-offs readily; those who want large lots or a quieter town sometimes look to Wyckoff or Franklin Lakes. Either way, it is the schools, the two stations, and Radburn that keep Fair Lawn in steady demand.
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Fair Lawn open houses.
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Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Fair Lawn through our Bergen County property pages: single-family homes, suburban and transit-oriented homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Fair Lawn market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Fair Lawn, NJ is currently $672K, about $424 per square foot. Homes here average 29 days on market with roughly 90 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Fair Lawn's market is active and family-driven. As a large, established suburb with strong schools and two rail stations, it sees steady interest across price points, and well-priced colonials, Capes, and Radburn homes tend to move quickly, keeping competition healthy for the most desirable listings.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Fair Lawn, larger updated colonials and sought-after Radburn homes command the highest prices, while smaller Capes and older colonials in Warren Point and along River Road offer the more attainable, and often most competitive, entry points. Spring is the busiest season; buyers with flexibility sometimes find a little more room touring in late fall or winter. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Fair Lawn.
- Two commuter rail stationsFair Lawn is served by two NJ Transit Bergen County Line stations, Radburn and Broadway, giving residents unusually flexible rail access toward Hoboken and Manhattan.
- The historic Radburn communityRadburn, the 1929 "Town for the Motor Age" and a National Historic Landmark district, offers a distinctive planned neighborhood of superblocks, interior parks, and pedestrian paths.
- Established schoolsFair Lawn Public Schools is a large, established PreK-12 district with Fair Lawn High School, a primary reason families settle in the borough.
- Housing varietyFrom colonials, Tudors, and Capes to Radburn townhomes and apartments, Fair Lawn offers more range than many of its neighbors, across a wide band of prices.
- Parks and the Saddle River pathThe Saddle River County Park path runs through the borough, and Radburn's interior parks and the Memorial Pool give families green space and recreation close to home.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Fair Lawn centers on its schools, its Radburn parks and paths, and the Saddle River County Park corridor that runs through the borough.
- Browse all homes for sale in Fair Lawn or explore the wider Bergen County market.
- Compare Fair Lawn neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Route 208, Route 4, and Route 17, with the George Washington Bridge a short drive southeast, plus fair Lawn is served by two NJ Transit Bergen County Line stations - Radburn and Broadway - both running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal, with connecting PATH and ferry service to Manhattan, while Route 208 and Route 4 add fast highway access toward the George Washington Bridge.
- Explore the Radburn National Historic Landmark district, the 1929 Radburn station, and the Saddle River County Park path, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Fair Lawn.
Fair Lawn's community life runs on traditions and amenities that rarely fit in a listing but define the town: the interior parks and pedestrian paths of Radburn, the Memorial Pool and ball fields, the Saddle River County Park path that links Fair Lawn to five neighboring towns, and a diverse civic and religious life that fills the borough calendar. For buyers weighing whether Fair Lawn fits their life rather than just their commute, a walk through Radburn's greenways or along the Saddle River path tells the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and state government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Fair Lawn, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Fair Lawn.
First-time buyer in Fair Lawn or Bergen 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.
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Frequently asked questions.
What is the average home price in Fair Lawn, NJ?
As of Spring 2026 the median list price in Fair Lawn is about $672K, roughly $424 per square foot, with homes averaging around 29 days on market and about 90 active listings - an active, family-driven market. Call 888-327-6555 for a neighborhood-by-neighborhood update.
Why do families move to Fair Lawn?
The top reasons are the schools, the two rail stations, and the community. Fair Lawn Public Schools is large and established, the borough has two NJ Transit Bergen County Line stations, and neighborhoods like Radburn offer a distinctive, park-woven character.
How are the schools in Fair Lawn, NJ?
Fair Lawn Public Schools is a large PreK-12 district with several neighborhood elementary schools, two middle schools, and Fair Lawn High School (the Cutters), serving the borough's roughly 35,000 residents.
How is the commute from Fair Lawn to New York City?
Flexible. Fair Lawn has two NJ Transit Bergen County Line stations - Radburn and Broadway - both running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal with PATH or ferry connections to Manhattan, and Route 208 and Route 4 provide fast highway access toward the George Washington Bridge.
What is Radburn in Fair Lawn?
Radburn is a nationally significant 1929 planned community in Fair Lawn, designed as a "Town for the Motor Age" that separates pedestrians from cars using superblocks, cul-de-sacs, and interior parks connected by pedestrian paths. It was designated a National Historic Landmark district in 2005 and has its own train station.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Fair Lawn?
A wide mix: colonials, Tudors, and Cape Cods across the borough, plus the distinctive single-family homes, townhomes, and apartments of the Radburn planned community. That variety spans a broad range of prices.
How much are property taxes in Fair Lawn, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the borough's rate and each home's assessed value, and they reflect Fair Lawn's established schools and services. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates, deductions, and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific home.
Is the Fair Lawn housing market competitive?
Yes. As a large, established suburb with strong schools and two rail stations, Fair Lawn sees steady demand, and well-priced colonials, Capes, and Radburn homes frequently move quickly, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.
What are the neighborhoods of Fair Lawn?
The main areas are the historic Radburn planned community on the east side, the Warren Point neighborhood on the west toward Paterson, and the Broadway and River Road corridors, which anchor the borough's commercial life and its second rail station.
What is there to do in Fair Lawn?
Daily life centers on the Radburn interior parks and pedestrian paths, the Saddle River County Park multi-use path that runs through the borough, and the Memorial Pool and ball fields. The shopping of Paramus and the trails of Van Saun County Park are a short drive east.
Is Fair Lawn a good place to live and invest?
Fair Lawn combines established schools, two rail stations, distinctive Radburn character, and a wide range of homes, a mix that supports steady demand across price points. Results depend on the specific home and neighborhood, but the fundamentals that drive Fair Lawn value are strong and well established.
What towns border Fair Lawn?
Fair Lawn borders Paterson and Hawthorne in Passaic County, and Glen Rock, Ridgewood, Paramus, Rochelle Park, Saddle Brook, and Elmwood Park in Bergen County. Buyers often cross-shop Glen Rock and Ridgewood for schools and rail, and Elmwood Park or Garfield for lower prices.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Fair Lawn?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Fair Lawn and Bergen County with full-service representation and a listing fee starting at 1%*. Call 888-327-6555 or request a free home value estimate to start.
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