Located just 12 minutes south of the New York border, the North Jersey suburb of Westwood offers suburban tranquility, brookside beauty, an acclaimed school system, and an easy commute into New York City. Westwood originated as farmland during the colonial era before becoming a borough in 1894, helped in part by the town’s development into a railroad suburb of New York City. Westwood continues to be a commuter hub; local Realtor Robert Dzienis shares, “If you have to commute into New York City, this is a prime area for you to be able to do that.” NJ Transit trains run from Westwood to New York City via Hoboken and the Secaucus junction, while NJT buses offer direct trips to Port Authority.
Aerial view of Westwood, NJ.
In the Spring Fest event held in Westwood, NJ, heartwarming neighborhood gatherings can be seen.
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Home prices over the state median
Westwood’s long history is reflected in its housing styles, which vary from colonial-style residences to family homes built in the 1900s, 1910s, and 1920s. Its streets tend to be flanked by sidewalks and expansive front lawns, and its streets tend to jut off major roads such as Broadway, 3rd Avenue, Westwood Avenue, and Washington Avenue. The median housing price in Westwood is around $680,000, above the New Jersey median and national median.
Colonial-style houses in Westwood are commonly found throughout the neighborhood.
There are many variety of Cape Cod's in Westwood, NJ.
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Saltwater bagels at Goldberg's
Dzienis further relates that “Westwood is known as the hub of the Pascack Valley…If you take a walk in Downtown Westwood, you’re going to find shops, restaurants, and one of the best bagel shops in New Jersey.” Dzienis refers to the aptly named Goldberg’s Famous Bagels, a local brunch mainstay that uses salt water when baking its bagels for a unique, flavorful taste. Also located at the center of Westwood are local favorites such as the Iron Horse – a restaurant and café serving American classics such as burgers and chicken wings – and the Granita Grille, which serves Italian food in an environment enhanced by live music on the weekends. One of the most unique restaurants at this crossroads is the Melting Pot, a fondue restaurant serving heated pots of cheese, chocolate, and broth in a tasty, upscale eatery.
The Farmhouse Cafe and Eatery in Westwood, NJ has a laid back, rustic vibe.
Goldberg's Famous Bagels has been in Westwood, NJ since 1949.
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Live music at Veteran’s Memorial Park
This crossroads is home to the Veteran’s Memorial Park, one of the town’s most famous landmarks. This park includes a bandstand that hosts musical events during the summer, as well as antique shows and craft fairs during the spring. A World War I trench mortar and a list of the names of fallen soldiers from the community commemorate Westwood’s involvement in American military history. Between this park and Broadway, the Westwood train station carries commuters to the rail hub of Secaucus, from which they can travel to both New York City and the Jersey Shore.
Westwood’s two other major parks, Pascack Brook County Park and Westvale Park, sit adjacent to each other along Pascack Brook, and offer hiking trails for scenic brookside views and opportunities to spot wild deer among the trees. The creatively named “West Woof Dog Park”, located within Westvale Park, offers residents an outlet for fun with their pets, while, just around the corner, a basketball court and sand volleyball court provide recreation opportunities for athletically inclined locals.
Veterans Memorial Park is a great spot for a stroll.
People enjoy watching the water at Pascack Brook County Park.
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One of the highest ranked high schools in New Jersey
Westwood’s students attend one of four elementary schools, as well as the Regional Middle School and Westwood Regional High School, one of the highest-ranked public high schools in the state.
Westwood Regional Middle School is a highly ranked public school in Westwood, NJ.
Westwood Regional High School iserves students from Westwood, NJ and the surrounding area.
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Traveling along the Garden State Parkway
Westwood is located under ten minutes east of the Garden State Parkway, making cruises up the Hudson Valley and down to the Jersey Shore a breeze.
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