The urban borough of Cliffside Park sits atop the prominent cliffs of the Hudson Palisades, with a commanding view of the Manhattan skyline and the Hudson River below. With proximity to New York City and an assortment of local shops and restaurants, Cliffside Park offers convenience in addition to stunning views. The borough was one of dozens created during the 1890s-1900s, taking its name from its location along the Palisades. Cliffside Park has changed a lot since its origins as wooded farmland, and its location between the George Washington Bridge and Lincoln Tunnel has transformed the community into a commuter hub for The Big Apple. “Homebuyers will talk to me later and say, ‘You know, I never realized how well run this town is,’” says Bettina Peretti Monaco, a Realtor with Century 21 Calabrese Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area for nearly 25 years. “Between its leadership and its people, it’s a very warm community.”
The homes in Cliffside Park, NJ, combine modernity with suburban charm.
A quick stroll through Cliffside Park's Anderson Avenue will take you past many grocery stores.
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Single-family homes from $700,000
The borough offers a diverse mix of rowhouses, colonial-style single-family homes from the 1900s, multi-family houses, newer contemporary-style estates overlooking the Hudson and condos in high-rise buildings. Residential streets are lined with sidewalks and streetlights, making the area highly walkable for nearby amenities. Some of these streets, such as the cul-de-sac of Knox Avenue, offer panoramic views of the New York skyline. One- and two-bedroom condos typically sell for $300,000 to $600,000, single-family homes go for $700,000 to $900,000, and multi-family homes are usually listed for $750,000 to $1 million. Estates vary in price, selling for $1 million up to $5 million depending on location and square footage.
Colonial-style homes are prominent throughout Cliffside Park, NJ.
Colonial Dutch-style home in Cliffside Park, offering versatile living spaces.
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Shopping and dining along Anderson Avenue
The community is packed with unique shops and restaurants expressing Cliffside Park’s cultural and culinary diversity. Grand Bazaar Food and Nizam International Market sell a wide variety of Turkish and Middle Eastern groceries, and Piccolo's Gastronomia Italiana has been offering imported Italian specialties since 1993. “Anderson Avenue is hopping with shops and restaurants,” says Peretti Monaco. The avenue holds popular local dining options like Saray Cuisine for authentic Turkish dishes, Blackbeard Ramen with Japanese favorites and Mashed Burgers serving halal American eats. There’s also a Food Bazaar supermarket in the borough’s south end for general needs.
Mashed Burgers in Cliffside Park offers delicious burgers with a side of retro games.
Piccolo's Gastronomia Italiana, has been selling imported Italian specialties since 1993.
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May Artisan Marketplace
The Cliffside Park Arts Association hosts the May Artisan Marketplace, where residents can shop from local vendors. The CPAA also has other year-round events, including poetry readings and short film screenings. National Night Out takes place in late summer and offers carnival games, fair food and local vendors. Halloween is a popular holiday in Cliffside Park with a parade, live entertainment and a costume contest with prizes.
Cliffside Park Recreation Department is perfect to pick a game with friends.
James J Braddock Park has many walking trails around the lake and green areas near Cliffside Park.
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Special programs at Cliffside Park High
Students may start at Cliffside Park School No. 4, which gets a B from Niche, before going to Cliffside Park Middle with a B-minus. They may then attend Cliffside Park High, which also earns a B and offers specialized academic programs in the humanities and STEM fields.
The Middle School in
Cliffside Park, NJ receives a grade of B- from Niche.
Cliffside Park High School in Cliffside Park, NJ has 1,192 students in grades 9-12.
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Zalewski Park
Zalewski Park is a small green space with a playground and benches. In nearby Fairview, James J. Braddock North Hudson County Park is a 167-acre lakefront green space with 45 sports facilities, a 3-mile paved trail and a large children’s play area. There’s also Columbus Park with a baseball diamond and basketball courts.
Cliffside Park is a small community, making it easily traversable by bike.
Zalewski Park in Cliffside Park, NJ, is perfect for kids play.
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Commuting to NYC
With New York City just across the Hudson, there are plenty of ways to get to Manhattan. “The commute is fantastic, you really don’t even need a car,” says Peretti Monaco. Residents can take the Port Imperial Ferry Terminal in Weehawken, which offers daily service to Midtown Manhattan and Wall Street. Several bus lines run along Gorge Road, taking commuters to the ferry terminal and to Hoboken Train Station, which connects to the city’s subway system. Those driving into The Big Apple or back home to Cliffside Park can take either the George Washington Bridge or the Lincoln Tunnel.
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