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Mahwah, NJ homes for sale & real estate.

Browse homes for sale in Mahwah, New Jersey. A large, wooded township in the Ramapo Mountains of far northwestern Bergen County, Mahwah pairs big lots and abundant open space with corporate campuses, Ramapo College, and a commuter rail station on the line toward Hoboken. Its housing runs a wide range: single-family colonials, splits, and custom homes on generous wooded lots, plus townhome and condo communities, on the neighborhoods that spread from Franklin Turnpike up into the mountains.

Mahwah is framed by Route 17, Interstate 287, and the New York State Thruway, with the Garden State Parkway a short drive south, and it has its own station on NJ Transit's Main Line and Port Jervis Line, running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken with PATH and ferry connections to Manhattan. Prices span a wide range for the county's largest township: condos and townhomes begin in the $300s to $500s, most single-family homes run from about $550,000 to $900,000, and the largest custom estates on wooded lots climb past $1.2 million.

$699KMedian sale price
$383Median $ / sq ft
18Average DOM
87Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Search Mahwah listings, updated in real time.

Explore the latest homes for sale in Mahwah, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the neighborhoods off Ramapo Valley Road and Franklin Turnpike, the wooded mountain lots, and the township's townhome and condo communities.

Mahwah is served by the Mahwah Township Public Schools and is home to Ramapo College, with its own rail station, Valley Hospital in nearby Paramus, and the trails of the Ramapo Valley County Reservation. Because Mahwah's market moves quickly across its wide range, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.

Mahwah is large and varied, so buyers often decide between a low-maintenance townhome or condo, a colonial on a suburban street, and a custom estate on a wooded mountain lot. Knowing which part of the township and which type of home fits your commute and budget before you tour will save real time in an active market.

02Explore Communities & Market

Explore Mahwah and nearby Bergen communities.

Mahwah is the largest township in Bergen County by area, so the choice here is really about which part of a big, varied town fits you - suburban neighborhood, mountain lot, or townhome community. The residential neighborhoods off Ramapo Valley Road and Franklin Turnpike offer classic single-family suburbia, the wooded lots climbing into the Ramapo Mountains provide the township's largest and most private estates, and townhome and condo communities give buyers lower-maintenance options, several near the Mahwah station and Ramapo College. Compare Mahwah with its Ramapo-foothill neighbors below before you choose.

Mahwah's character is defined by its mountains and its scale. Set where the Ramapo Mountains cross into New York State, the township covers a large, heavily wooded area and holds much of Bergen County's open space, including the Ramapo Valley County Reservation and Campgaw Mountain, the county's ski area. It is also a center of employment and education, home to corporate campuses along Route 17 and Interstate 287 and to Ramapo College of New Jersey, a public four-year college. That mix of open space, jobs, and a rail station gives Mahwah a different feel from the county's smaller, denser towns.

Compared with its neighbors, Mahwah offers more land, open space, and housing variety than smaller Ramsey or Allendale, along with its own rail station and college, while pricing across a wide band rather than at a single tier. Buyers cross-shop Mahwah against Franklin Lakes for wooded, estate-scale lots and against Ramsey and Wyckoff for the same northwestern-Bergen schools and rail access. Its combination of mountains, a college, corporate jobs, and a train is hard to match in the county.

Life, commute, and work-life balance in Mahwah.

Mahwah draws families and professionals who want space, open land, and a workable commute at the edge of the metro area. A resident can catch a Main Line or Port Jervis Line train from the Mahwah station toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken, drive Route 17 or Interstate 287 toward the region or New York State, or work close to home at one of the township's corporate campuses, and still hike the Ramapo Valley Reservation or ski at Campgaw on a weekend. That blend of mountains, jobs, a college, and a train is exactly what pulls buyers to Mahwah.

The work-life balance here leans on open space and self-sufficiency. Mahwah is large and green, with shopping along Route 17, jobs at its corporate campuses, the cultural and recreational draw of Ramapo College, and thousands of acres of county parkland, so much of daily life happens within the township. For buyers coming from a dense town or a city, the appeal is room to breathe with a rail station still in town; the adjustment is a large, car-oriented township where neighborhoods are spread out.

The trade-offs are those of a big, wooded township. Distances are longer than in a compact borough, the mountain lots mean more property and, in places, a longer drive to the train, and prices at the top end reach into estate territory. Buyers who prioritize space, open land, schools, and highway-plus-rail access accept those trade-offs readily; those who want a compact walk-to-train downtown look to smaller neighbors. Either way, it is the space, the schools, and the access that keep Mahwah in demand.

Search Mahwah homes by price.

Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Mahwah area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.

Browse Bergen County towns & neighborhoods.

Explore our town-by-town guides near Mahwah and across Bergen County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.

Mahwah open houses.

Browse upcoming open houses in Mahwah, 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 Mahwah 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.

Market trends, Early 2026

The Mahwah market, by the numbers.

The median list price in Mahwah, NJ is currently $699K, about $383 per square foot. Homes here average 18 days on market with roughly 87 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.

Mahwah's market is active and unusually varied for Bergen County, spanning townhomes and condos, suburban single-family homes, and wooded mountain estates. That range and the township's size keep inventory higher than in smaller towns, while well-priced homes across every tier still move quickly given the schools, jobs, and rail access.

$699KMedian sale price
$383Median $ / sq ft
18Average DOM
87Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Within Mahwah, the largest custom estates on wooded Ramapo lots command the highest prices, while townhomes, condos, and smaller single-family homes offer the more attainable entry points. Because the township is so large and varied, comparing the right neighborhood and home type to your budget matters here more than tracking a single median. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.

Why buy a home in Mahwah.

  1. Space and open landMahwah is the largest township in Bergen County by area, offering big wooded lots and thousands of acres of county parkland that denser towns cannot match.
  2. Its own rail stationA Main Line and Port Jervis Line station in the township gives residents a rail commute toward Hoboken and Manhattan alongside Route 17 and Interstate 287.
  3. Strong schools and a collegeMahwah Township Public Schools and the presence of Ramapo College of New Jersey give the township strong educational anchors.
  4. Housing varietyFrom townhomes and condos to suburban colonials and wooded mountain estates, Mahwah offers more range than most Bergen County towns.
  5. Recreation and jobsThe Ramapo Valley County Reservation, Campgaw Mountain ski area, and corporate campuses put recreation and employment close to home.

Amenities & community overview.

Beyond the numbers, daily life in Mahwah centers on its mountains and open space, its schools and college, and the corporate and recreational amenities of a large township.

  • Browse all homes for sale in Mahwah or explore the wider Bergen County market.
  • Compare Mahwah neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
  • Weigh your commute: Route 17, Interstate 287, and the New York State Thruway (Interstate 87), with the Garden State Parkway a short drive south, plus mahwah has its own station on NJ Transit's Main Line and Port Jervis Line, running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal with connecting PATH and ferry service to Manhattan, and Route 17 and Interstate 287 add fast highway routes toward the region and New York State.
  • Explore the Ramapo Valley County Reservation, Campgaw Mountain, and Ramapo College of New Jersey, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
  • Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Mahwah.

Mahwah's community life runs on a mix that rarely fits in a listing but defines the township: thousands of acres of county parkland at the Ramapo Valley Reservation and Campgaw Mountain, hiking, mountain biking, and the county's only ski area, the cultural and athletic life of Ramapo College, and strong schools anchoring family life. For buyers weighing whether Mahwah fits their life rather than just their commute, a hike in the Ramapo Reservation 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 Mahwah, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.

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β˜… First-time buyers, NJHMFA

First-time home buyer programs near Mahwah.

First-time buyer in Mahwah 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 Mahwah, NJ?

As of early 2026 the median list price in Mahwah is about $699K, roughly $383 per square foot, with homes averaging around 18 days on market and about 87 active listings - an active market with more inventory than most Bergen County towns thanks to the township's size. Call 888-327-6555 for a neighborhood-by-neighborhood update.

Why do buyers move to Mahwah?

The top reasons are space, schools, and access. Mahwah offers big wooded lots and open space, strong schools plus Ramapo College, and its own rail station alongside Route 17 and Interstate 287 for a workable commute.

How are the schools in Mahwah, NJ?

Mahwah Township Public Schools is a K-12 district with several elementary schools, Ramapo Ridge Middle School, and Mahwah High School (the Thunderbirds). Ramapo College of New Jersey, a public four-year college, is also based in the township.

How is the commute from Mahwah to New York City?

Mahwah has its own station on NJ Transit's Main Line and Port Jervis Line, running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal with PATH and ferry connections to Manhattan, and Route 17 and Interstate 287 add fast highway routes toward the region and New York State.

What are the neighborhoods of Mahwah?

As the largest township in Bergen County, Mahwah has many areas: the residential neighborhoods off Ramapo Valley Road and Franklin Turnpike, the wooded lots climbing into the Ramapo Mountains, and the townhome and condo communities near the train station and Ramapo College.

What kinds of homes are for sale in Mahwah?

A wide mix: single-family colonials, splits, and custom homes on generous wooded lots, along with townhome and condo communities and some newer construction. That variety is a defining feature of the township.

How much are property taxes in Mahwah, NJ?

Property taxes are based on the township's rate and each home's assessed value; the corporate campuses along the highways contribute to the tax base. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific home.

Is the Mahwah housing market competitive?

Yes. Despite more inventory than smaller towns, well-priced homes across every tier - townhomes, suburban colonials, and estates - move quickly given the schools, jobs, and rail access, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.

Does Mahwah have a train station?

Yes. Mahwah has its own station on NJ Transit's Main Line and Port Jervis Line, running toward Secaucus Junction and Hoboken Terminal, giving the far-northwestern township a genuine rail commute toward Manhattan.

What is there to do in Mahwah?

Mahwah is rich in recreation: the Ramapo Valley County Reservation offers trails and waterfalls, Campgaw Mountain has hiking, mountain biking, and the county's ski area, and Ramapo College adds cultural and athletic events. Route 17 shopping and the region are close by.

Is Mahwah a good place to live and invest?

Mahwah combines space and open land, strong schools and a college, housing variety, and rail-plus-highway access, a mix that supports steady demand. Results depend on the specific home and neighborhood, but the fundamentals that drive Mahwah value are strong and well established.

What towns border Mahwah?

Mahwah borders Ramsey, Franklin Lakes, and Oakland in New Jersey, with the New York State line and Rockland County to the north. Buyers often cross-shop Franklin Lakes for wooded estate lots and Ramsey and Wyckoff for the same northwestern-Bergen schools and rail access.

Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Mahwah?

Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Mahwah 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.

Why choose Four Point Realty for your search.

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Four Point Realty is a trusted NJ real estate resource led by Naveen Sharma, offering current listings, strong local market knowledge, and honest insights from the first showing to the closing table. Call 888-327-6555 today.

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