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South Hackensack, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in South Hackensack, New Jersey. A small, affordable township in central Bergen County near Teterboro and the Meadowlands, South Hackensack pairs its own elementary school with quick highway access and a practical, well-connected location. Its housing is attainable and compact: closely built single-family homes, some two-family houses, and condos, on modest lots in one of the smaller townships in the county.
South Hackensack is framed by Route 46, Interstate 80, and Huyler Street, with Route 17, the George Washington Bridge, and the New Jersey Turnpike a short drive away. It has no rail station, but its highway location and NJ Transit bus service put Hackensack, the bridge, and the Port Authority within quick reach, and nearby rail stations add options. Prices stay among the more attainable in Bergen County: condos and older homes begin in the $300s to $400s, most single-family and two-family homes run from about $400,000 to $600,000, and the largest updated homes climb past $650,000.
Updated Spring 2026
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Explore the latest homes for sale in South Hackensack, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the residential blocks around the Memorial School and the areas near the Route 46 and Route 80 corridors.
South Hackensack is served by its own Memorial School (PreK-8), with high-school students attending Hackensack High School nearby, and offers quick highway access and Hackensack University Medical Center in adjacent Hackensack. Because value-priced homes in this small township can move quickly, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
South Hackensack'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 township and which type of home fits your budget and commute before you tour will save real time in an affordable market with limited inventory.
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Explore South Hackensack and nearby Bergen communities.
South Hackensack is one of the smaller and more affordable townships in Bergen County, so the choice here is less about distinct neighborhoods and more about the type of home and how close you want to be to the highways and the Memorial School. The residential blocks around the Memorial School anchor family life, the areas near the Route 46 and Route 80 corridors put jobs and services close at hand, and the neighborhoods bordering Hackensack and Teterboro round out a compact township that runs in a few distinct pieces. Compare South Hackensack with its central-Bergen neighbors below before you choose.
South Hackensack's character is that of a small, practical, well-connected township. Formed in the early twentieth century from land near the county seat and split into a few non-contiguous sections, it grew as a modest residential and light-industrial community defined above all by its location: minutes from Hackensack, Teterboro Airport, the Meadowlands, and the meeting of Route 46, Interstate 80, and Route 17. It keeps its own PreK-8 Memorial School and sends its high-school students to Hackensack, and its affordability and access have long drawn first-time buyers and value-focused families.
Compared with its neighbors, South Hackensack offers a more attainable price than much of central Bergen County, with its own elementary school and quick access to the highways and the county seat, though as a small township it has limited inventory. Buyers cross-shop South Hackensack against Hasbrouck Heights and Wood-Ridge for a step up in price and a walkable downtown, and against Little Ferry and parts of Hackensack for similar value. Its affordability, its own school, and its central access are the draws that set it apart.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in South Hackensack.
South Hackensack draws buyers who want an affordable, well-connected place near the county seat and the highways. A resident can reach Route 46, Interstate 80, or Route 17 in minutes, drive to Hackensack, the George Washington Bridge, or the Meadowlands, or catch a bus toward the city, and still be home in a quiet, compact township with its own elementary school. That blend of value, central access, and a small-town school is what keeps first-time buyers and value-focused families coming to South Hackensack.
The work-life balance in South Hackensack leans on convenience and value. Everyday shopping, jobs, and healthcare are minutes away in Hackensack and along the highway corridors, the Memorial School and youth sports anchor the small community, and the township's practical location means errands and the commute both start with a quick trip to a major road. For buyers coming from a pricier town, the appeal is value and access; for those from a big city, it is an affordable, well-connected foothold in Bergen County.
The trade-offs are those of a small, highway-adjacent township. Inventory is very limited given the township's size, the Route 46 and Interstate 80 corridors carry heavy traffic and light industry, and there is no rail station or walkable downtown of its own. Buyers who prioritize value, central access, and their own elementary school accept those trade-offs readily; those who want a walk-to-train downtown, larger lots, or more choice look to neighbors. Either way, it is the value and the access that keep South Hackensack in demand.
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South Hackensack open houses.
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Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around South 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 South Hackensack market, by the numbers.
The median list price in South Hackensack, NJ is currently $500K, about $330 per square foot. Homes here average 30 days on market with roughly 10 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
South Hackensack's market is small and value-driven. As one of the more affordable and compact townships in Bergen County, it sees steady interest from first-time buyers and value-focused families, and with only a handful of homes typically active, well-priced properties tend to move quickly.
Updated Spring 2026
Within South Hackensack, larger updated homes 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. Because so few homes are available at any time, comparing the specific home and its location within the township matters here more than tracking a single median. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in South Hackensack.
- AffordabilitySouth Hackensack offers a more attainable price than much of central Bergen County, a genuine entry point for first-time buyers and value-focused families.
- Its own elementary schoolThe township runs its own PreK-8 Memorial School, with high-school students attending Hackensack High School nearby.
- Central highway accessMinutes from the meeting of Route 46, Interstate 80, and Route 17, and close to the George Washington Bridge and Hackensack, the township is well connected to the region.
- Two-family and condo optionsA mix of single-family, two-family, and condo homes gives buyers income-property and lower-maintenance options at an attainable price.
- Practical, connected locationClose to Hackensack, Teterboro, and the Meadowlands, South Hackensack offers jobs, services, and access close at hand.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in South Hackensack centers on its Memorial School, its central highway access, and the parks and county attractions nearby.
- Browse all homes for sale in South Hackensack or explore the wider Bergen County market.
- Compare South Hackensack neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Route 46, Interstate 80, and Huyler Street, with Route 17, the George Washington Bridge, and the New Jersey Turnpike a short drive away, plus south Hackensack has no rail station, but its location on Route 46 near Interstate 80 and Route 17, plus NJ Transit bus service, puts Hackensack, the George Washington Bridge, and the Port Authority within quick reach, and nearby rail stations add commuter options.
- Explore the Memorial School, the Route 46 corridor, and Teterboro Airport nearby, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in South Hackensack.
South Hackensack's community life runs on the practical traditions of a small township: its own PreK-8 Memorial School and youth sports, a close-knit community feel, and a location where Hackensack, Teterboro, the Meadowlands, and the region's highways are all minutes away. For buyers weighing whether South Hackensack fits their life rather than just their commute, its quiet streets and quick access tell the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and state government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to South Hackensack, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near South Hackensack.
First-time buyer in South 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 South Hackensack, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in South Hackensack is about $500K, roughly $330 per square foot, with homes averaging around 30 days on market and only about 10 active listings - a small, affordable, tightly held market. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-level update.
Why do buyers move to South Hackensack?
The top reasons are value, its own school, and central access. South Hackensack offers a more attainable price than much of central Bergen County, its own PreK-8 Memorial School, and quick access to the highways, Hackensack, and the George Washington Bridge.
How are the schools in South Hackensack, NJ?
South Hackensack runs a single-school PreK-8 district centered on the Memorial School. Under a longstanding send-receive relationship, its high-school students attend Hackensack High School in neighboring Hackensack, along with students from Rochelle Park.
How is the commute from South Hackensack to New York City?
South Hackensack has no rail station, but its location on Route 46 near Interstate 80 and Route 17, plus NJ Transit bus service, puts Hackensack, the George Washington Bridge, and the Port Authority within quick reach, and nearby rail stations add commuter options.
What are the neighborhoods of South Hackensack?
South Hackensack is a small township that runs in a few distinct sections. Buyers think in terms of the residential blocks around the Memorial School, the areas near the Route 46 and Route 80 corridors, and the neighborhoods bordering Hackensack and Teterboro.
What kinds of homes are for sale in South Hackensack?
A mix of closely built single-family homes, some two-family houses, and condos, on modest lots. The variety gives buyers value, income-property, and lower-maintenance options in a compact township.
How much are property taxes in South Hackensack, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the township'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 home.
Is the South Hackensack housing market competitive?
Yes, in a small-inventory way. With only about 10 homes typically active at once, well-priced properties draw quick interest from value-focused buyers, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act when the right home appears.
Does South Hackensack have its own high school?
No. South Hackensack runs the PreK-8 Memorial School, and under a longstanding send-receive relationship its high-school students attend Hackensack High School in neighboring Hackensack.
What is there to do in South Hackensack?
Daily life centers on the Memorial School and youth sports and the convenience of a location minutes from Hackensack, Teterboro, and the Meadowlands. The shopping and jobs of Hackensack, Van Saun County Park and the Bergen County Zoo in Paramus, and the region are all a short drive away. For its size, South Hackensack packs a remarkable amount of convenience and access into a very small, very affordable footprint.
Is South Hackensack a good place to live and invest?
South Hackensack combines affordability, its own elementary school, and central highway access, a mix that supports steady value-driven demand. Results depend on the specific property and timing, and inventory is limited, but the value and access fundamentals are well established.
What towns border South Hackensack?
South Hackensack borders Hackensack, Teterboro, Little Ferry, Moonachie, Hasbrouck Heights, and Wood-Ridge. Buyers often cross-shop Hasbrouck Heights and Wood-Ridge for a step up in price and a walkable downtown and Little Ferry or parts of Hackensack for similar value.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in South Hackensack?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout South 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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