Area Highlights
A quick view of the most influential metrics in Cresskill.
Cresskill, NJ Market Snapshot (NJMLS)
Annual market stats for Cresskill from the NJMLS Statistics Report (all property types, Jan 1–Dec 31).
Luxury markets can be small-sample in certain years, so we show the latest year plus multi-year context.
Full Year 2025 (Jan 1–Dec 31)
| Homes Sold 117 |
Average Sale Price $1,375,350 |
Average Days on Market 38 |
| Sale-to-Original-List (Sale/OLP) 101.78% |
Success Ratio 47.56% |
Notes Success Ratio = Sold ÷ (Sold + Withdrawn + Expired) |
3-Year Context (2023–2025)
| Total Homes Sold (3 yrs) 303 |
Avg Sale Price (3 yrs) $1,208,703 |
Avg Days on Market (3 yrs) 47 |
| Sale/OLP (3 yrs) 99.56% |
Success Ratio (3 yrs) 51.19% |
Avg Homes Sold / Year 101 |
Noteworthy 10-Year Takeaways (2016–2025)
- Pricing has stepped up materially versus the mid/late-2010s, with 2024–2025 posting the highest average sale prices in this 10-year set.
- Sale/OLP moved above 100% in 2024–2025, reflecting competitive outcomes for homes that were priced and positioned correctly.
- Conversion varies by year: Success Ratio captures how many listings ultimately close versus withdrawing or expiring.
10-Year Table (2016–2025)
| Year | Homes Sold | Avg Sale Price | Avg DOM | Sale/OLP | Success Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 123 | $812,287 | 81 | 93.82% | 45.22% |
| 2017 | 121 | $831,621 | 82 | 94.29% | 51.27% |
| 2018 | 109 | $816,584 | 78 | 93.48% | 39.35% |
| 2019 | 122 | $839,906 | 83 | 91.64% | 40.00% |
| 2020 | 143 | $930,814 | 108 | 92.47% | 47.51% |
| 2021 | 155 | $1,018,343 | 49 | 97.39% | 61.26% |
| 2022 | 154 | $1,036,084 | 49 | 98.06% | 65.53% |
| 2023 | 83 | $1,030,566 | 64 | 96.52% | 49.11% |
| 2024 | 103 | $1,220,193 | 38 | 100.37% | 56.91% |
| 2025 | 117 | $1,375,350 | 38 | 101.78% | 47.56% |
Source: NJMLS Statistics Report — Cresskill (0208), all property types/subtypes, Jan 1–Dec 31 each year.
Top 10 Most Expensive Single-Family Home Sales in Cresskill, NJ (2000–2025)
Closed residential single-family sales in Cresskill from 01/01/2000 through 12/31/2025,
ranked by sold price. Fields shown include address, MLS-recorded style, beds/baths, days on market, sold date, sold price,
and buyer origin (city/state).
| Rank | Address | Style | BR | FB | HB | DOM | Sold Date | Sold Price | Buyer City | Buyer State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 153 Truman Drive | Colonial | 6 | 7 | 2 | 4 | $6,500,000 | NJ | NJ | |
| 2 | 174 Vaccaro Drive | Colonial | 7 | 8 | 2 | 1 | $6,350,000 | Fort Lee | NJ | |
| 3 | 116 Truman Drive | — | 6 | 6 | 2 | 576 | $6,000,000 | Old Tappan | NJ | |
| 4 | 129 Truman Drive | — | 6 | 7 | 2 | 273 | $6,000,000 | Cresskill | NJ | |
| 5 | 70 Jackson Drive | Contemp | 6 | 7 | 2 | 33 | $5,800,000 | Demarest | NJ | |
| 6 | 164 Truman Drive | Colonial | 6 | 8 | 2 | 48 | $5,400,000 | NJ | NJ | |
| 7 | 360 E Madison Avenue | Colonial | 7 | 6 | 1 | 42 | $5,150,000 | Englewood | NJ | |
| 8 | 184 Vaccaro Drive | Colonial | 6 | 9 | 2 | 539 | $5,100,000 | New Jersey | NJ | |
| 9 | 184 Vaccaro Drive | Colonial | 7 | 8 | 3 | 10 | $4,936,500 | Englewood Cliffs | NJ | |
| 10 | 360 E Madison Avenue | Colonial | 7 | 6 | 1 | 167 | $4,900,000 | Fort Lee | NJ |
Source: closed residential single-family sales from 01/01/2000–12/31/2025. Public display excludes MLS identifiers.
“Style” reflects the MLS-recorded property style; buyer origin reflects the buyer mailing city/state as recorded and may not represent current residence.
How to use this table
- Compare Cresskill’s price ceiling across the last 25 years.
- See which home profiles reach the highest sold prices (style, beds/baths, time on market).
- Spot buyer-origin patterns (city/state) at the top end.
Living in Cresskill: schools, commuting and everyday life
A buyer-focused guide to the borough’s local public-school pathway, NYC and regional buses, Union Avenue dining, municipal pool, parks, summer programs, annual events, library services, Camp Merritt history and property-level due diligence.
A compact borough organized around schools, downtown and recreation
Cresskill’s daily geography is shaped by Union Avenue, County Road, Piermont Road, Madison Avenue, Knickerbocker Road and the 3rd Street recreation complex. The most useful comparison is not simply east versus west; it is how a specific home connects to schools, transit, groceries, recreation and the roads used for work.
Union Avenue and the downtown core
Borough Hall, the public library, Kings Food Markets and a concentrated group of restaurants and services make this the borough’s most practical everyday commercial area.
Test: realistic walking route, sidewalk continuity, parking activity, deliveries and peak-hour circulation.
Brookside and the school corridor
Edward H. Bryan School and the district office are located along Brookside Avenue, with the Middle / High School campus at One Lincoln Drive nearby.
Test: school arrival and dismissal, pedestrian route, event traffic and the district’s actual assignment for the property.
3rd Street recreation district
The Benedict Romeo Community Center, municipal pool, fields, courts and Carolyn Schultz Park create a concentrated recreation hub at the end of 3rd Street.
Test: program-season traffic, field lighting, event schedules and walking or biking conditions from the home.
Madison, Knickerbocker and Camp Merritt side
This side of town places the historic Camp Merritt Memorial Circle and the Dumont boundary more prominently in daily travel, with access patterns that differ by street.
Test: circle traffic, bus-stop location, road noise and the route toward Route 4 or the George Washington Bridge.
County Road and the east side
Homes nearer County Road and the Demarest, Tenafly or Alpine side may make north–south local travel more relevant than the Camp Merritt corridor.
Test: slope, drainage, retaining conditions, intersection access and the actual route to downtown or the schools.
Piermont Road and the northern connection
Piermont Road connects the downtown area with northern Cresskill and nearby Demarest and Closter, including additional restaurants and shopping outside the borough.
Test: intersection timing, commercial activity near the address and the preferred route to Closter Plaza or regional errands.
A local K–12 pathway with an elementary assignment process
Cresskill Public Schools operates Edward H. Bryan School, Merritt Memorial School and the combined Middle / High School campus. Buyers should pay particular attention to kindergarten registration and the district’s assignment of students entering grades 1–5.
Edward H. Bryan School
Edward H. Bryan School is located at 51 Brookside Avenue. The district’s current materials place kindergarten at Bryan and identify Bryan as one of the two elementary schools serving grades 1–5.
Support services listed by the school include enrichment, intervention, English-language services, special education and AlphaBEST before- and after-school care.
Merritt Memorial School
Merritt Memorial School is located at 1 Dogwood Lane. The district states that students entering grades 1–5 are assigned to either Bryan or Merritt.
Do not infer elementary placement from proximity alone. Confirm the current assignment directly through district registration.
Cresskill Middle School · Grades 6–8
The middle school operates at the One Lincoln Drive campus. The school website lists middle-school clubs, activities and athletics alongside shared campus resources.
Course sequence, extracurricular availability, transportation and activity fees should be checked for the applicable school year.
Cresskill High School · Grades 9–12
The high school shares the One Lincoln Drive campus and publishes a current Program of Studies, guidance resources, clubs, music and athletic information.
Program offerings and graduation requirements change over time; use the current district materials rather than an older third-party profile.
Confirm these items before relying on a listing description
The district—not the seller, agent or mapping app—controls enrollment and placement.
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KindergartenVerify the current age cutoff, online-registration window, required residency documents and campus procedure.
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Elementary assignmentStudents entering grades 1–5 may be assigned to Bryan or Merritt; confirm placement directly with the district.
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Care and transportationConfirm before- and after-care availability, bus eligibility, walking route and school-day schedule for the exact address.
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Services and programsDiscuss special education, English-language services, enrichment, athletics and accommodations with the applicable school team.
Direct bus service to Manhattan, local bus connections and no rail station
Cresskill has direct NJ TRANSIT bus service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal, but the useful stop, route pattern and travel time depend on the address and schedule. Driving and drive-to-rail alternatives should be tested as complete door-to-door trips.
NJ TRANSIT Route 166
NJ TRANSIT identifies Route 166 as Cresskill–Bergenfield–New York service, including travel to and from the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Local, express and terminal patterns can differ by trip. Confirm the closest stop and the specific run you would use.
NJ TRANSIT Route 753
Route 753 provides local service with Cresskill / New Milford and Paramus directions. It can be useful for local connections, including the Bergen Town Center corridor.
Frequency, operating days and the terminal stop should be checked against the current timetable.
Driving to Route 4 and the GWB
Knickerbocker Road, County Road, Piermont Road and neighboring town corridors feed different approaches toward Route 4 and the George Washington Bridge.
The fastest route can change with school traffic, bridge congestion, incidents and construction.
No passenger-rail station in Cresskill
Cresskill does not have an NJ TRANSIT passenger-rail station. A rail-based commute requires a drive or other connection to a station outside the borough.
Evaluate parking rules, wait-list status, service frequency and the last practical return train.
Run the entire trip in both directions
A mileage estimate does not capture stop access, parking, terminal time or the return trip.
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Route 166Walk or drive to the intended stop, verify the exact branch, and test the Port Authority trip during a normal workday.
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Return serviceCheck evening and late-night departures, terminal gate information and the walk or ride from the final stop home.
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DrivingCompare the actual Route 4 / GWB approach at the hours you expect to travel, including the trip back into Cresskill.
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Drive to railInclude station parking, permit eligibility, platform access, transfers and the full return sequence before treating rail as an alternative.
An in-town commercial core with larger nearby shopping districts
Union Avenue and nearby Piermont and Madison locations cover many daily needs within Cresskill. Closter, Tenafly, Englewood and Bergenfield broaden the restaurant, retail and service options without requiring a trip into a major regional mall.
Union Avenue groceries and cafés
Kings Food Markets operates at 70 Union Avenue near the library and downtown intersection.
Current nearby examples include Cresskill Bagel Cafe, Paper Street Cafe, Golden Garden and Wonder. Verify hours, seating, delivery and ownership before visiting.
In-town lunch and dinner options
Representative current choices include Yasmeen Mediterranean and Chef Mediterranean around Union Avenue.
Mami and Saigon Bistro add options near Madison Avenue. Restaurant concepts and operations change, so this is not a permanent directory.
Piermont Road dining
Kosher Nosh operates on Piermont Road, with Samdan also located along the corridor.
This area can be convenient for homes on the northern or eastern side of the borough and for trips toward Demarest and Closter.
Closter Plaza and nearby Closter
Closter Plaza is a nearby shopping and dining center with grocery, retail, personal services and restaurant options.
Its current directory should be checked before relying on a specific tenant, opening or operating hour.
Walkability and convenience vary by address
Homes close to Union Avenue may place the library, grocery store, cafés and municipal offices within a realistic walk. Other parts of Cresskill are more car-oriented even when the mileage looks short.
Compare sidewalk continuity, crossings, street lighting, terrain and the route at school-dismissal or evening-commute hours. For regional errands, buyers commonly compare Closter Plaza, downtown Tenafly, downtown Englewood and Bergenfield’s Washington Avenue corridor.
Businesses, concepts, hours and tenants change. Links above are included as current reference points, not endorsements or guarantees.
A concentrated municipal recreation system with seasonal registration
Cresskill Recreation runs year-round programs, summer camps, holiday activities and youth open-gym opportunities, primarily through the Benedict Romeo Community Center and the 3rd Street recreation area. Fields generally require permits, and many programs prioritize or require residency.
Benedict Romeo Community Center
The Community Center at 100 3rd Street is the main registration and program hub for Cresskill Recreation, including seasonal classes, camps and community activities.
Facility use and room permits have separate rules and lead times.
Cresskill Municipal Pool
The municipal pool operates seasonally, generally from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, under the Pool Commission.
Recent amenities and activities have included a large main pool, kiddie pool, shaded seating, lessons, swim team and themed events. Membership, guest rules and schedule must be verified each season.
Fields and organized sports
The borough lists multiple soccer, baseball, softball and football fields, including Ackerman, Cook, Regan, Coughlin, International, Merritt and 12th Street locations.
Community organizations currently include Cresskill-Alpine baseball / softball / kickball, Cougars United soccer and Cresskill Junior Football.
Basketball, tennis and court use
The 3rd Street complex includes regulation basketball courts and three tennis courts next to the Community Center.
Resident keys, fees, priority use, lighting hours and any current pickleball configuration should be confirmed through Recreation.
Neighborhood parks and playgrounds
Cranford Park includes a basketball court, swings and playground. Terhune Park is identified for younger children, and Carolyn Schultz Park provides shaded play equipment, swings and a picnic table.
Moschella Park and 12th Street Park add smaller neighborhood green-space options.
Summer Fun and mini-camps
The 2026 Summer Fun program ran for five weeks at the Community Center for children entering grades 1–8 after completing kindergarten. Recreation also published August mini-camps.
Dates, ages, hours, trips, swim days, fees, medical forms and capacity are reset seasonally.
Ask these questions before planning a season
Municipal and volunteer-run programs do not all use the same registration system.
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ResidencyConfirm whether the program is resident-only, offers nonresident enrollment, or has separate pricing and registration dates.
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Age and gradeUse the current program flyer; eligibility may be based on completed grade, entering grade or age on a stated date.
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Pool accessVerify membership, guest privileges, lessons, swim-team requirements, event admission and weather or closing policies.
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Fields and courtsCheck permits, keys, fees, lighting, priority use, weather closures and current court striping before relying on access.
Parades, carnival, market and seasonal programming
Cresskill has a recurring mix of civic, recreation, school, library and volunteer-led activities. The examples below are based on recent and 2026 calendars; dates, routes, sponsors and admission terms should be verified for the current year.
Memorial Day parade and ceremony
A Memorial Day parade or ceremony has appeared repeatedly on borough calendars. In 2026, the parade began at the Cresskill Monument, proceeded along Madison Avenue and concluded at Veterans Square.
Cresskill-Alpine Opening Day parade
The community baseball program has held an Opening Day parade from the high-school area as part of the start of the spring season. Route and participation are set by the current organizers.
Cresskill UNICO Carnival
The UNICO Carnival is a longstanding spring event on 3rd Street with rides, games and food. The 2026 event ran over several days in May.
Cresskill Farmers Market
The 2026 seasonal market operated on Thursdays in the Cresskill Public Library parking lot, with free parking and rain-or-shine terms. Vendor and season details can change.
Fourth of July pool event
The 2026 municipal-pool schedule included a Fourth of July Family Night with fireworks and activities. Treat this as a pool-season event—not a guaranteed annual borough-wide fireworks display—and verify membership or admission rules.
Holiday and seasonal celebrations
Recent borough and Recreation calendars have included holiday lighting, winter gatherings, spring activities and Halloween programming. The location and format can change from year to year.
Library and school programs
The library, schools and parent organizations publish separate calendars for storytimes, book groups, performances, athletics, workshops and cultural programming.
Civic and public-safety events
Recent examples include a police junior academy, community sports fundraisers, car events, volunteer activities and public-safety education. These are not guaranteed recurring programs.
Library resources, municipal information and a visible World War I landmark
Several services are located directly in the downtown or recreation area, while hospital and broader cultural resources are found in neighboring towns. The Camp Merritt Monument provides an unusually prominent historical reference point within the borough’s daily street network.
Cresskill Public Library
The library at 53 Union Avenue lists physical collections, e-books and audiobooks, e-magazines, museum passes, ESL resources and print-from-home service. Program calendars and borrowing terms should be checked directly.
Camp Merritt Memorial Circle
The monument at Madison Avenue and Knickerbocker Road was dedicated in 1924. Borough history materials explain that Camp Merritt served as a major World War I embarkation and return point for more than one million service members.
Englewood Hospital nearby
Englewood Hospital’s main campus and 24-hour Emergency Department are located at 350 Engle Street in neighboring Englewood. Call 911 for an emergency and confirm the appropriate facility for non-emergency care.
Senior Activity Center
The borough maintains a Senior Activity Center with a current monthly calendar and exercise programming. Eligibility, schedule, trips and registration should be confirmed through the center.
Current notices and Everbridge
The borough publishes alerts, meeting information, recycling, storm response, recreation and public notices online. Recent municipal updates have directed residents to Everbridge for current communications.
Boards, sports and volunteer service
Community participation includes municipal boards and commissions, youth sports, library support, public-safety volunteering and short-term event opportunities. Requirements and vacancies change.
Property checks that matter in Cresskill
Cresskill includes older homes, expanded homes, newer construction, varied lot profiles and locations near brooks, active roads, schools or recreation facilities. Due diligence should be based on the parcel, improvements and intended use—not a generalized town description.
Property taxes and assessment
Review the actual tax bill, assessed value, added assessments, exemptions and any pending appeal. New construction or major improvements can create future assessment changes not reflected in an older listing.
Zoning, setbacks and coverage
Confirm zoning district, permitted use, setbacks, building and impervious coverage, height, accessory structures, pool rules and variance history before planning an addition or redevelopment.
Permits and certificates
Review permits, inspections, certificates, open construction records and documentation for additions, finished lower levels, generators, pools, decks, kitchens, bathrooms and major systems.
Drainage, flood mapping and water history
Check FEMA mapping, the borough’s stormwater resources, grading, visible drainage, sump and pump systems, prior water history and neighboring elevations—especially for brook-adjacent or low-lying properties.
Topography and retaining conditions
For sloped sites, review retaining walls, erosion, drainage discharge, driveway pitch, exterior stairs, tree conditions and any prior grading or engineering work.
Traffic, sound and activity
Visit during school arrival and dismissal, weekday peaks, evenings and weekends. Madison, Knickerbocker, County, Piermont and Union activity affects streets differently, as do fields, courts and school events.
Utilities and environmental records
Confirm water, sewer, gas, electric and service capacity; underground tanks; generator equipment; easements; environmental records; and the age and condition of all major systems.
School, transit and recreation eligibility
Verify elementary assignment, bus stop and route pattern, pool membership, camp and sports registration, library card requirements and any resident-only benefit directly with the provider.
Verify time-sensitive details at the source
Use these links for current school registration, bus schedules, recreation programs, event dates, pool applications, taxes, permits, stormwater information and municipal services. Public information can change after this guide’s review date.
Borough calendarEvents, meetings, holidays and service dates
Cresskill Public SchoolsDistrict news, schools, calendars and family resources
School registrationKindergarten, new-student and elementary-assignment information
Cresskill RecreationPrograms, registration, camp, sports and current documents
Fields, parks and courtsLocations, permits, equipment and court rules
Municipal PoolCurrent application, rules, meetings and seasonal information
Cresskill Public LibraryPrograms, borrowing, digital resources and museum passes
NJ TRANSIT Route 166Current directions, stops and arrival information
NJ TRANSIT Route 753Current local route and stop information
Building DepartmentPermits, inspections, construction forms and contacts
StormwaterMunicipal plans, outfall mapping and ordinances
Tax & FinanceTax-office contacts, payment information and forms
Cresskill historyCamp Merritt, the monument and local historic resources
Compare the street, school route, commute and parcel—not just the town name
New Jersey Proper can organize a Cresskill search around elementary assignment questions, NYC transportation, downtown or recreation access, lot profile, architecture, renovation tolerance and current or off-market opportunity.
Direct answers to common Cresskill questions
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Where is Cresskill, New Jersey?
Does Cresskill have its own public-school pathway through high school?
Where do Cresskill kindergarten students attend school?
How are elementary students assigned in Cresskill?
Where are Cresskill Middle School and High School?
Is before- and after-school care available?
Is there a direct bus from Cresskill to Manhattan?
What is NJ TRANSIT Route 753 used for?
Does Cresskill have a passenger-rail station?
How should a buyer test a Cresskill commute?
Does Cresskill have a walkable downtown?
Where can residents shop for groceries?
What restaurants are in Cresskill?
What larger shopping area is nearby?
What parks and playgrounds does Cresskill have?
Does Cresskill have a municipal pool?
Does Cresskill offer a municipal summer camp?
What youth sports are available?
What recurring community events should buyers know about?
Does Cresskill have annual fireworks?
Does Cresskill have a farmers market?
What does the Cresskill Public Library offer?
What is the Camp Merritt Monument?
Is a hospital located nearby?
Are Cresskill property taxes the same throughout town?
Should buyers investigate drainage and flood risk?
What should a buyer check before renovating or building in Cresskill?
What is the best way to begin a Cresskill home search?
Information reviewed August 3, 2026 and provided for general real-estate planning only. School eligibility and assignment, transportation, programs, events, businesses, taxes, zoning, permits, utilities, property condition, drainage, flood status, environmental matters, insurance and commute conditions must be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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