Area Highlights
A quick view of the most influential metrics in Leonia.
Leonia, NJ Housing Market (NJMLS) — 10-Year Snapshot (2016–2025)
Source: NJMLS Statistics Report • Town: Leonia (0229) • County: All Counties • Property type: All • Full-year periods (Jan 1–Dec 31)
2025 at a glance
- Closed sales: 83
- Median sale price: $830,000
- Average sale price: $858,887
- Sale-to-original list price: 99.88%
- Average days on market: 39
- Year-end inventory: 7.08 months (49 current actives)
- Success ratio: 52.9% (83 sold, 47 withdrawn, 27 expired)
2025 vs 2024
- Median sale price: $830,000 vs $702,500 (+18.1%)
- Average sale price: $858,887 vs $742,923 (+15.6%)
- Sale-to-original list price: 99.88% vs 99.99% (-0.11 pts)
- Average DOM: 39 vs 54 (-15 days)
- Closed sales: 83 vs 78 (+5)
- Success ratio: 52.9% vs 55.3% (-2.4 pts)
- Months inventory: 7.08 vs 7.54 (-0.46)
10-year trend (2016 → 2025)
- Median sale price: $480,000 → $830,000 (+72.9%)
- Average sale price: $509,826 → $858,887 (+68.5%)
- Average DOM: 79 → 39 (-40 days)
- Sale-to-original list price: 94.49% → 99.88% (+5.39 pts)
- Highest success ratio: 64.6% (2022)
- Inventory range (year-end): 5.07–9.80 months
| Year | Sold | New | Median Sold | Average Sold | Sale/OLP | Avg DOM | Withdrawn | Expired | Success Ratio | Current Actives | Months Inv. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 99 | 260 | $480,000 | $509,826 | 94.49% | 79 | 46 | 48 | 51.3% | 49 | 5.94 |
| 2017 | 110 | 261 | $497,500 | $517,725 | 95.55% | 79 | 41 | 51 | 54.5% | 49 | 5.35 |
| 2018 | 102 | 306 | $517,500 | $524,015 | 96.74% | 64 | 49 | 43 | 52.6% | 49 | 5.76 |
| 2019 | 114 | 297 | $538,000 | $532,998 | 96.16% | 66 | 59 | 57 | 49.6% | 49 | 5.16 |
| 2020 | 99 | 270 | $580,000 | $562,098 | 95.70% | 55 | 52 | 40 | 51.8% | 49 | 5.94 |
| 2021 | 116 | 247 | $604,000 | $613,202 | 97.41% | 41 | 26 | 54 | 59.2% | 49 | 5.07 |
| 2022 | 104 | 230 | $650,000 | $692,704 | 98.06% | 44 | 29 | 28 | 64.6% | 49 | 5.65 |
| 2023 | 60 | 186 | $729,500 | $800,995 | 99.88% | 51 | 25 | 38 | 48.8% | 49 | 9.80 |
| 2024 | 78 | 209 | $702,500 | $742,923 | 99.99% | 54 | 40 | 23 | 55.3% | 49 | 7.54 |
| 2025 | 83 | 253 | $830,000 | $858,887 | 99.88% | 39 | 47 | 27 | 52.9% | 49 | 7.08 |
Success ratio = Sold ÷ (Sold + Withdrawn + Expired). Months inventory and current actives reflect the year-end snapshot shown in the NJMLS report.
Schools In The Area
Bergen County • Leonia, New Jersey • ZIP 07605
Leonia, NJ Area Guide
A practical overview of Leonia (07605)—commuting options near the George Washington Bridge corridor,
parks and outdoor spaces (including Overpeck County Park), schools, and key borough contacts.
Bergen County
07605
9,492 (July 1, 2024)
Overview
Leonia is a Bergen County borough just west of the George Washington Bridge approach, known for a walkable downtown on Broad Avenue,
access to regional bus routes, and proximity to major parks like Overpeck County Park.
Tip: If commuting is a priority, compare your preferred route (bus to GWB vs. bus to Port Authority vs. drive-to-transit) and confirm current schedules before relying on a routine.
Why buyers choose Leonia
- Manhattan proximity: close to the GWB corridor, with multiple bus options depending on stop and schedule.
- Parks nearby: Overpeck County Park spans 805+ acres and includes trails, fields, water access, and more.
- Local parks: Wood Park and Sylvan Park are two commonly referenced neighborhood parks.
- Compact borough layout: daily errands and local services are concentrated around Broad Ave and Fort Lee Road corridors.
- Community programming: recreation programs and a seasonal swim club are managed through the borough’s Recreation Department.
Commuting
NJ TRANSIT bus
- Route schedules: use the NJ TRANSIT schedule hub to pull the correct PDF timetable for your route.
- Real-time arrivals: MyBus provides stop-based arrival times.
- Common corridor examples: routes with service toward the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal and Port Authority vary by branch—confirm the exact route/stop nearest your address.
- NJ TRANSIT bus schedules (PDF hub)
- NJ TRANSIT MyBus
- Route 166 PDF (example)
- Route 171 PDF (example)
- Route 186 PDF (example)
Driving
- Many residents choose commute times to avoid peak traffic near bridge/tunnel approaches.
- Always verify current traffic patterns and any local routing guidance before daily commuting.
Transit stop locations and routings can change. Confirm your nearest stop and direction using MyBus and the PDF schedule for the specific route you plan to use.
Parks & outdoor
Overpeck County Park (nearby)
- Spanning 805+ acres, Overpeck County Park includes trails, athletic fields, picnic areas, and water recreation features.
- Leonia is one of the municipalities that contributed land to the park’s creation.
- Overpeck County Park (Bergen County)
Local parks (examples)
- Wood Park — 370 Broad Avenue (parking lot shared with the library per borough listing)
- Sylvan Park — 140 Grand Avenue
- Leonia Parks & Playgrounds list
Recreation Department
- Recreation Department — 370 Broad Avenue • (201) 592-5783 • [email protected]
- Leonia Swim Club — 140 Grand Avenue • (201) 944-9430 (in-season)
Schools
Always confirm enrollment, grade spans, and program details directly with the district.
Leonia Public Schools
- District address: 570 Grand Avenue, Leonia, NJ 07605
- Phone: (201) 302-5200
- District website
Local resources
Borough Hall
- Address: 312 Broad Avenue, Leonia, NJ 07605
- Main phone: (201) 592-5780
- Borough website
Police Department
- Address: 229 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ 07605
- Non-emergency: (201) 944-0800
- Police Department page
Department of Public Works (DPW)
- Address: 1 Overpeck Park Driveway, Leonia, NJ 07605
- Phone: (201) 592-5790
- DPW page
Public Library
- Leonia Public Library — 227 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ 07605
- Main desk: (201) 592-5770 • [email protected]
- Library hours
Fire (Volunteer)
- Leonia Fire Department — 1 Borough Place, Leonia, NJ 07605
- Phone: (201) 592-5796 • Emergency: 911
- Fire Department website
Municipal Court (reference)
- See the borough “Hours/Contact” page for the current court contact details and emails.
- Hours, Contact & Directions
FAQ
What is the ZIP code for Leonia?
Leonia’s primary ZIP code is 07605.
Where is Leonia Borough Hall?
Borough Hall is located at 312 Broad Avenue, Leonia, NJ 07605.
Is Leonia close to Overpeck County Park?
Yes. Overpeck County Park is a major Bergen County park adjacent to Leonia and nearby municipalities.
How do most residents commute toward NYC?
Many residents use NJ TRANSIT buses in the George Washington Bridge corridor. Use MyBus and the PDF schedule for your specific route/stop.
What school district serves Leonia?
Leonia is served by Leonia Public Schools. Confirm enrollment and assignments directly with the district.
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