Why Live in Middle Village
Clifton's Middle Village neighborhood is about 12 miles from Manhattan, making it convenient for commuters. Once farmland, the area became suburban with the arrival of the Lackawanna Railroad in the mid-19th century. Middle Village is known for multicultural dining, with local favorites such as Istanbul Cafe and Restaurant, Master Pizza and El Mexicano Tapas & Tequila. Residents can shop for essentials at Aldi or browse Middle Eastern goods at Istanbul Food Pazar. For entertainment, Digital Press Videogames offers classic and modern games along with community events. Commuting is easy via the Garden State Parkway, U.S. Route 46 and the Clifton train station, which provides daily service to Hoboken and New York City. Newark Liberty International Airport is 20 miles south, and the Allwood Park and Ride offers express bus service to several destinations.
Main Memorial Park, a nearly 30-acre green space, hosts community events such as monthly flea markets and Fourth of July fireworks. The park features a walking path, baseball diamonds, tennis courts and a playground. Nearby, Clifton Stadium and Weasel Brook Park offer more recreational options. Indoor activities include Clifton Billiards, a long-standing family-owned pool hall. Streets are lined with 20th-century Colonial and Cape Cod-style homes, many with spacious backyards, driveways and garages. Middle Village’s crime score is close to the national average, indicating a relatively safe environment. Students attend schools with varying ratings, including Clifton School No. 1 and Clifton High School, which offers specialized programs in STEM and visual arts. The Clifton Memorial Library provides additional educational resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middle Village a good place to live?
Middle Village is a good place to live. Middle Village is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Middle Village has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 16.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $92,198 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 26.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Middle Village are renters, with 54.9% of residents renting and 45.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Middle Village can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Middle Village neighborhood guide.
Is Middle Village, NJ a safe neighborhood?
Middle Village, NJ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Middle Village?
The median home price in Middle Village is $595,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,970 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $127K a year to afford the median home price in Middle Village. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Middle Village is $92K.
What are the best public schools in Middle Village?
The best public schools that serve Middle Village are:
What are the best private schools in Middle Village?
The best private schools that serve Middle Village are:
- New Hope School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Noble Leadership Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- St. Leo Elementary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in Middle Village, Clifton, NJ?
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Are home prices dropping in Middle Village?
Yes, home prices in Middle Village are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Middle Village, NJ
On average, homes in Middle Village, Clifton sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Middle Village, Clifton over the last 12 months is $580,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$580,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$252,000
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median List Price
$595,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
