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Why Live in Wanaque
Wanaque, NJ, is a northern New Jersey suburb characterized by its rural landscape and suburban feel. Set along the Wanaque Reservoir and surrounded by scenic mountains, this peaceful borough offers a blend of nature and community living. The crime rate in Wanaque is below the national average, making it a safer area for residents. Upper Manhattan is conveniently located just 25 miles east, providing easy access to city amenities. The residential streets are lined with sidewalks and streetlights, featuring mid-20th-century Cape Cod and colonial-style homes on well-kept lots, many with driveways and detached garages. Recreational attractions include the 5,400-acre Norvin Green State Forest, Wanaque Ridge trail loop, Ramapo and Rainbow Lakes for fishing, and Back Beach Park with sports fields and playgrounds. Wanaque Elementary and Lakeland Regional High are highly rated schools, with Lakeland offering a University Program for college credit in various fields. Ringwood Avenue hosts local shopping and dining options such as The Meating Place, The Lantern, Pizza One, Tree Tavern, and Berta’s Chateau. Residents primarily rely on cars for transportation, with Interstate 287 providing connectivity to neighboring areas and NYC. Additionally, a bus route from Ringwood Park and Ride to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan offers an alternative commuting option.
Home Prices in Wanaque, NJ
The median home sale price in Wanaque, NJ is $495,000, down 1% year-over-year. Homes in Wanaque sell in 44 days on average, compared to the national average of 58 days.
Home Price Trends
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Median Sale Price
$495,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$525,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$460,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$450,000
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Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$220,000
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288
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Number of Homes for Sale
31
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Last 12 months Home Sales
157
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Months of Supply
2.40
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Median List Price
$479,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
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