01Search in Ridgefield, NJ
Ridgefield, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Ridgefield, New Jersey. A dense, diverse borough in eastern Bergen County between the Palisades and the Meadowlands, Ridgefield pairs its own PreK-12 schools with a walkable, transit-connected feel and a fast bus commute over the George Washington Bridge. Its housing reflects that accessibility: closely built single-family homes, a share of two-family houses, and some condos, on the blocks that spread from the Bergen Boulevard corridor toward the Palisades Park and Fort Lee borders.
Ridgefield is framed by Broad Avenue, Bergen Boulevard, and Route 46, with the George Washington Bridge and Route 1 and 9 a short drive away, and while it has no rail station, frequent NJ Transit buses along Bergen Boulevard and toward the bridge carry commuters to the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal and the Port Authority. Prices stay relatively attainable for the area: condos and older homes begin in the $400s to $500s, most single-family and two-family homes run from about $500,000 to $800,000, and the largest updated homes climb past $850,000.
Updated Spring 2026
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Explore the latest homes for sale in Ridgefield, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the Bergen Boulevard corridor, the residential blocks on the hill, and the neighborhoods near the Palisades Park and Fort Lee borders.
Ridgefield is served by its own PreK-12 Ridgefield Public Schools and a walkable, transit-connected downtown, with Englewood Health nearby and a fast bus commute over the George Washington Bridge. Because value-priced Ridgefield homes can move quickly, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Ridgefield's mix of single-family, two-family, and condo homes means buyers here often weigh a starter house against a two-family that can help carry the mortgage or a lower-maintenance condo. Knowing which part of the borough and which type of home fits your budget and commute before you tour will save real time in a competitive market.
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Explore Ridgefield and nearby Bergen communities.
Ridgefield is a compact, transit-connected borough where the choice is less about distinct neighborhoods and more about proximity to the Bergen Boulevard corridor and the type of home you want. The Broad Avenue and Bergen Boulevard corridors anchor everyday shopping and the bus routes toward the bridge, the residential blocks on the hill hold much of the borough's single-family and two-family housing, and the neighborhoods toward the Overpeck and the Palisades Park and Fort Lee borders round out the town. Compare Ridgefield with its eastern-Bergen neighbors below before you choose.
Ridgefield's character is that of a settled, diverse eastern-Bergen borough. Incorporated in 1892 between the Palisades and the Overpeck lowlands, the borough grew into a densely built, transit-connected community and today is one of the more diverse towns in the county, with established Korean-American, Latino, and other communities. It keeps its own PreK-12 schools through Ridgefield Memorial High School, a walkable commercial life along Bergen Boulevard, and quick access to the George Washington Bridge - a combination that has long drawn value-focused families and commuters.
Compared with its neighbors, Ridgefield offers a more attainable, two-family-friendly housing stock than the high-rise density of Fort Lee and Cliffside Park nearby, while sharing the same fast bridge access to Manhattan and keeping its own schools. Buyers cross-shop Ridgefield against Palisades Park and Ridgefield Park for value and a similar commuter profile, and against Fort Lee when they want condo living closer to the bridge. Its own schools and its transit-connected, value-oriented character are the draws that set it apart.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Ridgefield.
Ridgefield draws families and commuters who want a transit-connected town with its own schools and value pricing near the city. A resident can catch a bus along Bergen Boulevard toward the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal and be in Upper Manhattan in minutes, continue to the Port Authority, or drive across the bridge, and still be home in a settled, diverse neighborhood. That combination of a fast bridge commute, its own PreK-12 schools, and an attainable price is what keeps families and commuters coming to Ridgefield.
The work-life balance in Ridgefield leans on convenience, community, and diversity. The Bergen Boulevard and Broad Avenue corridors put everyday shopping and dining within reach, the borough's diversity shows up in its restaurants and markets, and the schools and community life anchor the calendar. The diversity of the borough is a genuine strength, with restaurants, groceries, and houses of worship reflecting its established Korean-American, Latino, and other communities, and a walkable daily rhythm that many denser suburbs lack. Its position between the Palisades and the Overpeck also puts the Edgewater waterfront, the shopping of Route 4 and Route 46, and county parkland all within a short drive, giving a compact borough access to far more than its own borders hold. For buyers coming from a pricier town, the appeal is value and a real neighborhood feel near the bridge; for those from a big city, it is a more affordable, transit-connected version of the same.
The trade-offs are those of a dense, transit-oriented borough. Lots are small and closely built, the corridors carry real traffic, and the borough has no train station, so commuters rely on buses and the bridge. Buyers who prioritize value, their own schools, a two-family option, and a fast bridge commute accept those trade-offs readily; those who want larger lots or a quiet street look inland. Either way, it is the value, the schools, and the commute that keep Ridgefield in steady demand.
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Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield and across Bergen County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Ridgefield open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Ridgefield, NJ is currently $600K, about $360 per square foot. Homes here average 35 days on market with roughly 25 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Ridgefield's market is active and value-driven. As a transit-connected eastern-Bergen borough with its own schools and a fast bridge commute, it attracts a steady stream of families, first-time buyers, and investors, and well-priced single-family and two-family homes tend to move quickly.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Ridgefield, larger updated homes and newer construction command the highest prices, while smaller condos, older single-family homes, and two-family houses offer the more attainable, and often most competitive, entry points - especially the two-families that let owners offset the mortgage with rental income. Well-priced listings here rarely last long. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Ridgefield.
- Its own PreK-12 schoolsRidgefield runs a full PreK-12 district through Ridgefield Memorial High School, keeping students in the borough from kindergarten to graduation.
- Fast bridge commuteFrequent buses along Bergen Boulevard and toward the George Washington Bridge put Upper Manhattan and the Port Authority within a quick ride.
- Value and two-family homesA more attainable, two-family-friendly housing stock gives buyers both value and an income-property or multigenerational option near the bridge.
- Diverse, connected communityA dense, diverse borough with established Korean-American, Latino, and other communities and a walkable commercial corridor.
- Central eastern-Bergen locationBetween the Palisades and the Meadowlands, with quick access to Route 46, Route 1 and 9, and the George Washington Bridge, Ridgefield is well connected to the region.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Ridgefield centers on its Bergen Boulevard corridor, its diverse food and community, and the parks and waterfront nearby.
- Browse all homes for sale in Ridgefield or explore the wider Bergen County market.
- Compare Ridgefield neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Broad Avenue, Bergen Boulevard, and Route 46, with the George Washington Bridge and Route 1 and 9 a short drive away, plus ridgefield has no rail station, but frequent NJ Transit buses along Bergen Boulevard and toward the George Washington Bridge carry commuters to the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal and the Port Authority in Midtown Manhattan, and Route 46 and Route 1 and 9 connect the borough to the region.
- Explore the Bergen Boulevard corridor, the Palisades nearby, and the Overpeck waterfront, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Ridgefield.
Ridgefield's community life runs on the things that rarely fit in a listing but define the borough: a walkable Bergen Boulevard corridor of diverse restaurants and markets, its own PreK-12 schools and youth sports, Veterans Memorial Park and the community pool, and Overpeck County Park and the Palisades nearby. For buyers weighing whether Ridgefield fits their life rather than just their commute, an afternoon along Bergen Boulevard 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 Ridgefield, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Ridgefield.
First-time buyer in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in Ridgefield is about $600K, roughly $360 per square foot, with homes averaging around 35 days on market and about 25 active listings - an active, value-driven market. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-level update.
Why do buyers move to Ridgefield?
The top reasons are value, the commute, and the schools. Ridgefield offers a more attainable, two-family-friendly housing stock, a fast bus commute over the George Washington Bridge, and its own PreK-12 schools in a diverse, transit-connected borough.
How are the schools in Ridgefield, NJ?
Ridgefield Public Schools is a PreK-12 district with several schools, from the elementary grades through Ridgefield Memorial High School, keeping students in the borough from kindergarten through graduation.
How is the commute from Ridgefield to New York City?
Ridgefield has no rail station, but frequent NJ Transit buses along Bergen Boulevard and toward the George Washington Bridge carry commuters to the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal - minutes from Upper Manhattan - and the Port Authority, with Route 46 and Route 1 and 9 close by.
What are the neighborhoods of Ridgefield?
Ridgefield is compact and thinks in terms of the Broad Avenue and Bergen Boulevard commercial corridors, the residential blocks on the hill, and the neighborhoods near the Overpeck and the Palisades Park and Fort Lee borders.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Ridgefield?
A mix of closely built single-family homes, a share of two-family houses, and some condos, on modest urban lots. The two-family homes are a notable feature, appealing to buyers who want rental income or space for extended family.
How much are property taxes in Ridgefield, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the borough's rate and each home's assessed value. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates, deductions, and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific Ridgefield home.
Is the Ridgefield housing market competitive?
Yes. As a transit-connected eastern-Bergen borough with its own schools and a fast bridge commute, Ridgefield draws steady demand, and well-priced single-family and two-family homes frequently move quickly, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.
Are there two-family homes for sale in Ridgefield?
Yes - two-family homes are a notable part of the market. They appeal to buyers who want rental income to help carry the mortgage or space for extended family, options that the higher-priced high-rise towns nearby offer less of at this price.
What is there to do in Ridgefield?
Daily life centers on the Bergen Boulevard corridor and its diverse restaurants and markets, the schools and youth sports, Veterans Memorial Park and the community pool, and Overpeck County Park and the Palisades nearby. The Edgewater and Fort Lee waterfront and shopping are minutes away.
Is Ridgefield a good place to live and invest?
Ridgefield combines its own PreK-12 schools, a fast bridge commute, value pricing, and a stock of two-family homes with income potential. Results depend on the specific property and timing, but the value and access fundamentals that drive Ridgefield are well established.
What towns border Ridgefield?
Ridgefield borders Palisades Park, Fort Lee, Leonia, Ridgefield Park, Fairview, and Cliffside Park. Buyers often cross-shop Palisades Park and Ridgefield Park for value and a similar commuter profile and Fort Lee when they want condo living closer to the bridge.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Ridgefield?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Ridgefield 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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