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Closter, NJ Market Snapshot (NJMLS)
Annual market stats for Closter from the NJMLS Statistics Report (all property types, Jan 1–Dec 31).
Town-level luxury markets can be small-sample year to year, so we show the latest year plus multi-year context.
Full Year 2025 (Jan 1–Dec 31)
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Homes Sold
83
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Average Sale Price
$1,465,117
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Average Days on Market
45
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Sale-to-Original-List (Sale/OLP)
99.98%
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Success Ratio
50.0%
Sold ÷ (Sold + Withdrawn + Expired)
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3-Year Avg Sale Price (2023–2025)
~$1.27M
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3-Year Avg DOM (2023–2025)
~43
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3-Year Avg Sale/OLP (2023–2025)
~100.02%
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Noteworthy 10-Year Trends (2016–2025)
- Price level stepped up: average sale price rose from $738K (2016) to $1.465M (2025), nearly doubling over the decade.
- Faster market since 2021: average days on market tightened from 85–107 DOM (2016–2017) to ~40–45 DOM in recent years.
- Stronger pricing outcomes: Sale/OLP improved from the low-to-mid 90% range pre-2021 to ~98.5%–100%+ since 2021.
Closter NJMLS Annual Summary (2016–2025)
| Year | Homes Sold | Avg Sale Price | Avg DOM | Sale/OLP | Success Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83 | $1,465,117 | 45 | 99.98% | 50.0% |
| 2024 | 97 | $1,247,230 | 40 | 100.43% | 57.4% |
| 2023 | 88 | $1,086,134 | 43 | 99.65% | 57.5% |
| 2022 | 121 | $1,014,524 | 43 | 98.55% | 57.1% |
| 2021 | 153 | $1,010,807 | 45 | 98.55% | 55.6% |
| 2020 | 136 | $784,254 | 68 | 94.52% | 45.3% |
| 2019 | 104 | $718,811 | 73 | 93.29% | 31.7% |
| 2018 | 104 | $742,602 | 76 | 94.62% | 38.1% |
| 2017 | 119 | $714,497 | 107 | 93.29% | 49.4% |
| 2016 | 119 | $738,192 | 85 | 92.94% | 43.4% |
Source: NJMLS Statistics Report — Closter (0207), Bergen County, all property types/subtypes, Jan 1–Dec 31 each year.
Schools In The Area
Check our schools near Closter complete with ratings and contact info.
Hillside Elementary School
201-768-3860
Public
PK-4
Tenakill Middle School
201-768-1332
Public
5-8
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Hillside Elementary School
201-768-3860
Public
PK-4
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Acton Academy of Bergen County
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Hillside Elementary School
201-768-3860
Public
PK-4
Tenakill Middle School
201-768-1332
Public
5-8
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Acton Academy of Bergen County
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Tenakill Middle School
201-768-1332
Public
5-8
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Acton Academy of Bergen County
650-753-1086
Private
KG-8
Closter, NJ guide: neighborhoods, parks & local FAQs
A practical overview for buyers comparing Closter real estate in Bergen County (07624), including common micro-areas,
parks and recreation anchors, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Why buyers choose Closter
- Small Bergen County borough where inventory is often limited, so buyers track new listings closely.
- Local K–8 school district with two schools: Hillside Elementary (PK–4) and Tenakill Middle School (5–8).
- High school transition commonly ties into Northern Valley Demarest (NVD); families confirm the current assignment and enrollment details directly.
- Multiple recreation anchors (Memorial Park/Memorial Field and several neighborhood parks) support sports schedules and everyday routines.
- Closter Nature Center is a local walking/hiking option with marked trails and year-round programming.
Neighborhoods & micro-areas buyers ask about
These are informal location references used in real estate conversations (not official neighborhood boundaries).
- Harrington Ave / Memorial Park pocket — proximity to Memorial Park fields, playground, and the bandshell area.
- Ruckman Rd / Nature Center pocket — near Closter Nature Center and the Ruckman Park recreation cluster.
- High St / Tenakill area — blocks near Tenakill Middle School and High Street Park.
- Homans Ave / Hillside area — near Hillside Elementary and district administration location.
- Knickerbocker Rd / Eckerson Place pocket — commonly referenced for Mollicone Park field access.
- Bergenline Ave pocket — referenced around Schauble Park’s field and walking track loop.
Parks, recreation & outdoor activities in Closter
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Memorial Park (Memorial Field) (150 Harrington Ave, Closter, NJ 07624)
— a primary town recreation hub with multiple fields, a multi-use playground (kids 3–14),
a bandshell that hosts periodic summer concerts/events, and basketball courts (lighting is timer-controlled). -
Ruckman Park (Ruckman Rd & Piermont Rd)
— Little League field, a lighted tennis court, roller rink area with basketball hoops, playground and picnic area,
plus a walking/jogging track that loops the park. -
Mollicone Park (Knickerbocker Rd & Eckerson Place)
— full-size Little League field configured for baseball games with a home run fence. -
Schauble Park (Bergenline Ave)
— softball field, small playground, and a walking/jogging track loop commonly used for quick workouts. -
Amendola Park (Willow Rd)
— playground and grassy area; often used as a quieter neighborhood park. -
High Street Park (High St & Piermont Rd)
— playground for younger children plus outdoor workout stations (including chin-up bars and push-up ramps). -
Closter Nature Center (154 Ruckman Rd, Closter, NJ 07624)
— three miles of marked trails and on-site facilities referenced as “Log Cabin by the Pond.”
Park rules, permits, and seasonal facility availability can change. Confirm current details before planning team use or events.
Schools overview (confirm with the district)
- PK–Grade 4: Hillside Elementary School (Closter Public Schools).
- Grades 5–8: Tenakill Middle School (Closter Public Schools).
- High school (commonly referenced): Northern Valley Demarest (NVD) transition programming is referenced in district communications. Always confirm current assignment and enrollment requirements directly.
School assignments and eligibility rules can change. Always confirm directly with the appropriate school district(s).
FAQ: Closter, NJ real estate & lifestyle
What is Closter’s ZIP code?
Closter’s primary ZIP code is 07624.
What grades are served by Closter Public Schools?
Closter Public Schools lists Hillside Elementary (PK–Grade 4) and Tenakill Middle School (Grades 5–8).
Where do Closter students typically attend high school?
District communications reference transition activities connected to Northern Valley Demarest (NVD). Confirm the current high school assignment directly with the district before making decisions.
What parks are in Closter?
Commonly referenced parks/fields include Memorial Park (Memorial Field), Ruckman Park, Mollicone Park, Schauble Park, Amendola Park, and High Street Park.
Where can you walk trails in Closter?
Closter Nature Center is a frequently used walking/hiking option and references three miles of marked trails.
Does Closter have tennis courts?
Ruckman Park includes a tennis court that is described as lighted (timers and seasonal rules may apply).
How do buyers choose a location within Closter?
Many buyers compare school proximity, preferred parks/fields, and daily route patterns, then narrow by street traffic levels, parking approach, and yard layout.
What’s a practical touring plan for Closter?
Buyers often start with the school area (Hillside/Tenakill), then tour Memorial Park and Ruckman Park, and finish with a short walk at Closter Nature Center to understand outdoor routines.
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