01Search in Hackensack, NJ
Hackensack, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Hackensack, New Jersey. The county seat and urban core of Bergen County, Hackensack is a diverse small city built around Hackensack University Medical Center, the county courthouse, and a reviving Main Street now lined with new high-rise apartments. Its housing reflects that urban character: high-rise and mid-rise condominiums and apartments near the downtown and along Prospect Avenue, plus two-family and single-family homes on the residential blocks of the Fairmount and Hillers sections.
Hackensack sits at the crossroads of Route 4, Route 17, and Interstate 80, with the George Washington Bridge a short drive east, and it is served by two NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line stations - Anderson Street and Essex Street - running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken, while Main Street is a major bus hub. Prices stay among the most attainable in Bergen County: condos and co-ops begin in the $200s to $400s, most single-family and two-family homes run from about $400,000 to $650,000, and larger newer condos climb past $700,000.
Updated Spring 2026
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Explore the latest homes for sale in Hackensack, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the Main Street high-rise corridor, the Fairmount and Hillers sections, and the Prospect Avenue apartment corridor.
Hackensack is served by the Hackensack Public Schools and centered on a reviving Main Street, with Hackensack University Medical Center in the city and two rail stations plus a major bus hub toward Manhattan. Because value-priced Hackensack homes and new condos can move quickly, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Hackensack's market runs from downtown high-rise condos to two-family homes in the residential sections, so buyers here often weigh a low-maintenance new apartment near the train against a house with rental income. Knowing which part of the city and which type of home fits your budget and commute before you tour will save real time in an active urban market.
02Explore Communities & Market
Explore Hackensack and nearby Bergen communities.
Hackensack is a real small city, so the choice here is between downtown high-rise living and the quieter residential sections, and how close you want to be to the train, the hospital, and Main Street. The Main Street downtown, in the midst of a major revival, now anchors a growing corridor of new high-rise apartments and shops near the Anderson Street station and the county courthouse. The Fairmount and Hillers sections offer the city's more traditional single-family and two-family neighborhoods, while the Prospect Avenue corridor is a long line of established mid- and high-rise apartment buildings. Compare Hackensack with its central-Bergen neighbors below before you choose.
Hackensack's character is that of a historic county seat. Settled by the Dutch in the seventeenth century and long the civic center of Bergen County, the city is home to the county courthouse and administration, the Bergen County Parks headquarters, and Hackensack University Medical Center - the largest hospital in New Jersey and the county's biggest employer. The Church on the Green dates to 1696, the USS Ling submarine has long marked the riverfront, and in recent years a downtown rezoning has transformed Main Street with thousands of new apartments, giving the historic core new energy while keeping its role as the hub of Bergen County life.
Compared with its neighbors, Hackensack offers more urban, apartment-style living and lower entry prices than the surrounding suburban towns, along with the jobs, courts, and hospital that come with being the county seat. Buyers cross-shop Hackensack against Teaneck and Bergenfield for value and diversity, and its new downtown condos against Fort Lee and Englewood when they want low-maintenance living near transit. Few Bergen towns combine this much history, employment, and new construction in one place.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Hackensack.
Hackensack draws buyers who want urban convenience, a short commute, and value at the center of Bergen County. A resident downtown can walk to the Anderson Street station for a Pascack Valley Line train toward Hoboken, catch a bus on Main Street toward the George Washington Bridge and the Port Authority, or reach Route 4, Route 17, and Interstate 80 in minutes, and still be a short walk from the courthouse, the hospital, and the new Main Street shops and restaurants. That mix of jobs, transit, and affordability at the county's hub is difficult to match nearby.
The work-life balance in Hackensack is genuinely urban. The revived Main Street offers restaurants, shops, and nightlife within walking distance of the new downtown apartments, the medical center anchors a major daytime workforce, and the city's diversity shows up in its food and its neighborhoods. For buyers coming from a pricier suburb, the appeal is value and walkable, transit-connected living; for those from a big city, it is a more affordable version of the same, minutes from Manhattan.
The trade-offs are those of a dense county seat. Hackensack is busier and more built-up than the suburbs around it, with real traffic on Main Street and the highways, and condo living means homeowner-association fees and building rules. Buyers who prioritize value, transit, and downtown energy accept those trade-offs readily; those who want a quiet, uniform suburb look to the surrounding towns. Either way, it is the value, the jobs, and the revived downtown that keep Hackensack in steady demand.
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Explore our town-by-town guides near Hackensack and across Bergen County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Hackensack open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Hackensack, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.
Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Hackensack 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 Hackensack market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Hackensack, NJ is currently $387K, about $327 per square foot. Homes here average 43 days on market with roughly 84 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Hackensack's market is active and unusually varied for its price, spanning new downtown high-rise condos, established Prospect Avenue apartments, and two-family homes in the residential sections. That range and the city's affordability keep it busy, with well-priced homes and new units drawing steady interest from buyers and investors.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Hackensack, larger newer condos and updated homes command the highest prices, while co-ops, older condos, and two-family homes offer the more attainable, and often most competitive, entry points. The wave of new downtown construction has added inventory and choice, so comparing specific buildings and sections matters here more than tracking a single median. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Hackensack.
- Value at the county hubHackensack offers some of the most attainable prices in Bergen County along with the jobs, courts, and services that come with being the county seat.
- A reviving downtownA major Main Street rezoning has brought thousands of new apartments, restaurants, and shops, giving the historic core new energy and low-maintenance living near transit.
- Major employer and hospitalHackensack University Medical Center, the largest hospital in New Jersey and the county's biggest employer, anchors the city's economy and healthcare.
- Fast, flexible commuteTwo Pascack Valley Line stations, a major Main Street bus hub, and quick access to Route 4, Route 17, and Interstate 80 keep Manhattan and the region close at hand.
- Urban varietyFrom new high-rise condos to two-family homes, Hackensack offers a range of urban housing and price points rare among Bergen County's suburban towns.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Hackensack centers on its reviving Main Street, its role as the county hub, and the riverfront and parks that anchor the city.
- Browse all homes for sale in Hackensack or explore the wider Bergen County market.
- Compare Hackensack neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Route 4, Route 17, Interstate 80, and Essex Street, with the George Washington Bridge a short drive east, plus hackensack is served by two NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line stations - Anderson Street and Essex Street - running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal with PATH and ferry connections to Manhattan, and the Main Street corridor is a major NJ Transit bus hub with service toward the George Washington Bridge and the Port Authority.
- Explore Hackensack University Medical Center, the Bergen County Courthouse, and the reviving Main Street downtown, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Hackensack.
Hackensack's community life runs on the energy of a county seat in revival: a Main Street of restaurants, shops, and new apartments near the courthouse and the medical center, the diverse food and culture of one of Bergen County's most varied cities, and the Hackensack River waterfront with Foschini Park and the Riverwalk. For buyers weighing whether Hackensack fits their life rather than just their commute, an evening on the new Main Street 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 Hackensack, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Hackensack.
First-time buyer in Hackensack 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 Hackensack, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in Hackensack is about $387K, roughly $327 per square foot, with homes averaging around 43 days on market and about 84 active listings - one of the more affordable and active markets in Bergen County, heavy on condos. Call 888-327-6555 for a building-by-building update.
Why do buyers move to Hackensack?
The top reasons are value, transit, and the downtown revival. Hackensack offers attainable prices at the center of Bergen County, two rail stations plus a major bus hub, a reviving Main Street with new apartments, and the jobs and services of the county seat.
How are the schools in Hackensack, NJ?
Hackensack Public Schools is a diverse PreK-12 city district with several elementary schools, a middle school, and Hackensack High School (the Comets), a large comprehensive high school serving the city.
How is the commute from Hackensack to New York City?
Fast and flexible. Hackensack has two NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line stations - Anderson Street and Essex Street - running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken with PATH and ferry connections to Manhattan, and Main Street is a major bus hub toward the George Washington Bridge and the Port Authority, with Route 4, Route 17, and Interstate 80 all close by.
What are the neighborhoods of Hackensack?
The main areas are the Main Street downtown and its new high-rise corridor near the courthouse and Anderson Street station, the Fairmount and Hillers residential sections with their single-family and two-family homes, and the Prospect Avenue apartment corridor.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Hackensack?
A wide urban mix: high-rise and mid-rise condominiums and apartments, two-family and single-family homes on urban lots, and a growing supply of new downtown construction. Condos and apartments make up a large share of the market.
How much are property taxes in Hackensack, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the city's rate and each home's assessed value; condo buyers should also budget for homeowner-association fees, which vary by building. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific home or building.
Is the Hackensack housing market competitive?
Yes, especially at the attainable end. Well-priced condos, co-ops, and two-family homes move quickly, and the new downtown buildings draw steady interest, so buyers should be pre-approved and clear on which section and building fit their budget.
Are there new condos and apartments in Hackensack?
Yes - a major Main Street rezoning has brought thousands of new apartments and condos to the downtown in recent years, adding low-maintenance living near the Anderson Street station, the courthouse, and the medical center. It is one of the most active new-construction markets in the county.
What is there to do in Hackensack?
As the county seat, Hackensack offers a reviving Main Street of restaurants and shops, the diverse food and culture of one of Bergen County's most varied cities, and the Hackensack River waterfront with Foschini Park and the Riverwalk. Van Saun County Park and its zoo are a short drive north in Paramus.
Is Hackensack a good place to live and invest?
Hackensack combines affordability, strong transit, a reviving downtown, and the jobs and services of the county seat, a mix that supports steady demand and ongoing investment. Results depend on the specific home or building and timing, but the value and growth fundamentals that drive Hackensack are well established.
What towns border Hackensack?
Hackensack borders Teaneck, Bogota, Maywood, Rochelle Park, River Edge, Hasbrouck Heights, South Hackensack, Teterboro, Little Ferry, Ridgefield Park, and Paramus. Buyers often cross-shop Teaneck and Bergenfield for value and diversity and Fort Lee or Englewood for condo living near transit.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Hackensack?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Hackensack 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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