01Search in Saddle River, NJ
Saddle River, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Saddle River, New Jersey. An exclusive, heavily wooded estate borough in northern Bergen County, Saddle River is defined by multi-acre lots, an equestrian character, top schools, and privacy just off the Route 17 corridor. Its housing sits at the very top of the county market: large custom estates, colonials, and contemporary mansions on wooded and equestrian lots, on the quiet, winding roads that thread the borough from the Saddle River to the Upper Saddle River and Ho-Ho-Kus borders.
Saddle River is reached by East Allendale Road, West Saddle River Road, and Route 17, with the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 287 a short drive away, and by design it has no rail station and no commercial downtown - Route 17 and nearby Ramsey and Waldwick stations provide driving and rail options toward the George Washington Bridge. Prices sit at the top of the county: most estates run from about $1.3 million to $2.5 million, and the largest custom mansions on multi-acre lots climb well past $4 million.
Updated Spring 2026
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Explore the latest homes for sale in Saddle River, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the borough's wooded estate streets, its equestrian properties, and the neighborhoods near the Upper Saddle River and Ho-Ho-Kus borders.
Saddle River is served by the highly regarded Wandell School and, through a dual send-receive relationship, Ramsey and Northern Highlands high schools, with Valley Hospital in nearby Paramus. Because estates in this exclusive market are limited and distinct, call 888-327-6555 for a private showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Inventory in Saddle River is limited and concentrated at the high end, so buyers often decide between an established estate on a mature, multi-acre wooded lot and a newly built custom mansion. Knowing what you want in acreage, privacy, equestrian features, and finish level before you tour will save real time in a small, luxury-driven market where the right property does not come along often.
7 Properties Available In Saddle River Boro
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4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2.17 Acres Lot$2,650,000New - 1/29 29
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 2.03 Acres Lot$3,100,000Active - 1/49 49
6 Beds 7.5 Baths 9,527 SqFt$2,350,000Active12 E Saddle River Rd, Saddle River Boro, NJ 07458
Listed by PRESTIGE PROPERTY GROUP MONTCLAIR
Single Family Home
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7 Beds 7 Baths 2.04 Acres Lot$2,895,000Price Dropped by $55K225 E Saddle River Rd, Saddle River Boro, NJ 07458
Listed by COMPASS NEW JERSEY LLC
Single Family Home
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6 Beds 4 Baths 3.21 Acres Lot$1,995,000Active75 Woodcliff Lake Rd, Saddle River Boro, NJ 07458
Listed by PRESTIGE PROPERTY GROUP MONTCLAIR
Single Family Home
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5 Beds 7.5 Baths 2.06 Acres Lot$7,891,000Active104 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Saddle River Boro, NJ 07458
Listed by SERHANT NEW JERSEY LLC
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 3.5 Baths 6,695 SqFt$2,400,000Under Contract
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02Explore Communities & Market
Explore Saddle River and nearby Bergen communities.
Saddle River is an estate town by design rather than a place of distinct neighborhoods, so the choice here is about acreage, privacy, and setting. The borough's two-acre minimum zoning and winding, wooded roads give nearly every property real seclusion, the equestrian estates along the Saddle River offer barns, paddocks, and riding trails, and the streets near the Upper Saddle River and Ho-Ho-Kus borders round out a borough that is almost entirely large-lot residential. There is no downtown - by intent - so daily shopping happens in nearby Ramsey, Waldwick, or along Route 17. Compare Saddle River with its Saddle River Valley and Ramapo-foothill neighbors below before you choose.
Saddle River's character is defined by privacy, land, and wealth. Incorporated in 1894 and protected by strict two-acre minimum zoning, the borough has long been one of the most exclusive addresses in New Jersey, consistently ranked among the highest-income municipalities in the state and long home to executives, business leaders, and other prominent residents drawn by its seclusion. Its equestrian heritage endures in the barns, paddocks, and riding trails threaded through the wooded lots, and the Saddle River itself winds through the borough it names. The result is a rare combination in the metropolitan area: true estate-and-equestrian living within a short drive of Manhattan.
Compared with its neighbors, Saddle River offers the largest lots and the most seclusion in the Saddle River Valley, exceeding even Upper Saddle River and Franklin Lakes in the scale of its estates, while sharing the top-ranked Ramsey and Northern Highlands high schools. Buyers cross-shop Saddle River against Upper Saddle River and Franklin Lakes for estate-scale homes and against Alpine farther east for the county's most exclusive addresses. Its multi-acre privacy, equestrian character, and top schools are difficult to match anywhere in the county.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Saddle River.
Saddle River draws buyers who want maximum privacy, land, and an equestrian or estate lifestyle within reach of New York City. Daily life here centers on the home, the grounds, and the outdoors rather than a downtown: residents ride, garden, and enjoy wooded seclusion, drive to Route 17 or the Garden State Parkway for the commute, or use nearby Ramsey and Waldwick rail stations toward Manhattan. That blend of estate-and-equestrian living and metropolitan access is exactly what draws executives and privacy-seeking households to Saddle River.
The work-life balance here is private and self-contained. Saddle River is almost entirely large-lot residential with no commercial center by design, so shopping, dining, and services happen in Ramsey, Waldwick, or along Route 17, and life is organized around the estate, the barn, and the borough's quiet roads. For buyers coming from a city or a denser suburb, the appeal is space, seclusion, and top schools; the adjustment is a fully car-oriented, estate-scale lifestyle far removed from a walkable town.
The trade-offs are those of an exclusive estate enclave. Inventory is very limited and prices sit at the top of the county, the borough has no downtown, rail station, or walkability, and multi-acre estates mean substantial grounds and upkeep. Buyers who prioritize privacy, land, an equestrian setting, and top schools accept those trade-offs readily; those who want a walkable downtown or a rail commute look to Ramsey or Allendale instead. Either way, it is the land, the privacy, and the schools that keep Saddle River in demand.
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Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Saddle River 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 Saddle River market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Saddle River, NJ is currently $1.8M, about $262 per square foot. Homes here average 60 days on market with roughly 60 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Saddle River's market is small, exclusive, and concentrated at the top of the county. With only a limited number of estates active at once and each property distinct, well-located homes trade in their own luxury tier, and the scarcity of multi-acre lots keeps values firm even when the broader market cools. Days on market run longer as buyers take time to find the right estate.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Saddle River, the largest custom mansions and equestrian estates on prime multi-acre lots command the highest prices, while smaller or older homes and less-improved estates offer the more attainable entry points. Because each property is unique and acreage, privacy, and equestrian features drive value, comparing specific estates matters far more here than tracking a single median or price per square foot. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Saddle River.
- Estate-and-equestrian livingSaddle River is defined by large custom estates and equestrian properties on multi-acre wooded lots, at the very top of the Bergen County market.
- Maximum privacyStrict two-acre minimum zoning and winding, wooded roads give nearly every property real seclusion - among the most private settings in the region.
- Top regional schoolsThe highly regarded Wandell School and a dual send-receive relationship with the top-ranked Ramsey and Northern Highlands high schools serve the borough's families.
- Metro accessRoute 17, the Garden State Parkway, and nearby Ramsey and Waldwick rail stations keep the George Washington Bridge and Manhattan within reach of this secluded borough.
- An exclusive addressConsistently among the highest-income municipalities in New Jersey, Saddle River is one of the most exclusive addresses in the metropolitan area.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Saddle River centers on private estates, equestrian grounds, and the wooded seclusion that defines the borough rather than any downtown.
- Browse all homes for sale in Saddle River or explore the wider Bergen County market.
- Compare Saddle River neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: East Allendale Road, West Saddle River Road, and Route 17, with the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 287 a short drive away, plus saddle River has no rail station and no commercial downtown by design, but Route 17 and nearby NJ Transit stations in Ramsey and Waldwick, plus the Garden State Parkway, give residents driving and rail options toward the George Washington Bridge and Manhattan.
- Explore the Saddle River, the borough's equestrian estates, and its wooded, multi-acre lots, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Saddle River.
Saddle River's appeal runs on the things that rarely fit in a listing but define the borough: the privacy of multi-acre wooded lots, the barns, paddocks, and riding trails of a genuine equestrian community, the Saddle River winding through town, and top-ranked regional high schools that anchor family life. For buyers weighing whether Saddle River fits their life rather than just their commute, a drive along its quiet, wooded roads tells the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
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First-time home buyer programs near Saddle River.
First-time buyer in Saddle River 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.
03Connect for Answers
Frequently asked questions.
What is the average home price in Saddle River, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in Saddle River is about $1.8M, and because homes are large estates on multi-acre lots the price per square foot - around $262 - runs lower than in denser towns. Homes average around 60 days on market with about 60 active listings. Call 888-327-6555 for a property-specific update in this luxury market.
Why do buyers move to Saddle River?
The top reasons are privacy, land, and the schools. Saddle River offers multi-acre estates and equestrian properties with maximum seclusion, top-ranked regional high schools, and metropolitan access just off Route 17.
How are the schools in Saddle River, NJ?
Saddle River is served by the highly regarded Wandell School (PreK-5), after which students attend Ramsey's Eric S. Smith Middle School. The borough is one of a handful of New Jersey districts with a dual send-receive relationship, so high-school students may attend either Ramsey High School or Northern Highlands Regional, both among the top-ranked in the state.
How is the commute from Saddle River to New York City?
Saddle River has no rail station and no downtown by design, but Route 17, the Garden State Parkway, and nearby NJ Transit stations in Ramsey and Waldwick give residents driving and rail options toward the George Washington Bridge and Manhattan. It is a car-oriented commute from a secluded borough.
What are the neighborhoods of Saddle River?
Saddle River is an estate town rather than a place of distinct neighborhoods. It is almost entirely large-lot residential - wooded estate streets and equestrian properties throughout the borough - with no commercial downtown by design.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Saddle River?
Overwhelmingly large custom estates, colonials, and contemporary mansions on multi-acre wooded and equestrian lots, with very few smaller homes. It is one of the most exclusively estate-oriented markets in Bergen County.
How much are property taxes in Saddle River, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the borough's rate and each home's assessed value, and on a multi-acre estate they can be substantial. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates, deductions, and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific estate.
Is the Saddle River housing market competitive?
Yes, in its own exclusive tier. Inventory is limited and each estate is distinct, and while buyers at this level take time to find the right property - so days on market run longer - the scarcity of multi-acre lots keeps well-located estates in demand and values firm.
Does Saddle River allow horses and equestrian properties?
Yes - equestrian living is part of Saddle River's character. Many estates feature barns, paddocks, and riding trails, and the borough's two-acre minimum zoning and wooded lots support a genuine equestrian community threaded through town.
What is there to do in Saddle River?
Life here centers on the estate, the grounds, and the outdoors rather than a downtown. The borough offers wooded seclusion, equestrian trails, and the Saddle River, with shopping, dining, and the Saddle River County Park path a short drive away in Ramsey, Waldwick, and along Route 17.
Is Saddle River a good place to live and invest?
Saddle River combines estate-and-equestrian living, maximum privacy, top regional schools, and metropolitan access, a mix that supports durable demand at the very top of the market. Results depend on the specific estate and lot, but the fundamentals that drive Saddle River value are strong and well established.
What towns border Saddle River?
Saddle River borders Upper Saddle River, Ramsey, Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Waldwick, and Woodcliff Lake. Buyers often cross-shop Upper Saddle River and Franklin Lakes for estate-scale homes and Alpine farther east for the county's most exclusive addresses.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Saddle River?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Saddle River 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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