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Area Highlights
A quick view of the most influential metrics in Ridgewood.
Ridgewood, NJ Market Snapshot (NJMLS)
Annual market stats for Ridgewood from the NJMLS Statistics Report (all property types, Jan 1–Dec 31).
Town-level markets can vary 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
255
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Average Sale Price
$1,409,594
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Average Days on Market
32
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Sale-to-Original-List (Sale/OLP)
108.90%
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Success Ratio
62.4%
Sold ÷ (Sold + Withdrawn + Expired)
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3-Year Avg Sale Price (2023–2025)
~$1.28M
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3-Year Avg DOM (2023–2025)
~24
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3-Year Avg Sale/OLP (2023–2025)
~107.78%
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Noteworthy 10-Year Trends (2016–2025)
- Higher price level: average sale price increased from $820K (2016) to $1.41M (2025), roughly a 72% rise over the decade.
- More competitive outcomes: Sale/OLP moved from the mid-to-high 90% range (2016–2020) to 100%+ in 2021 and 105–110% in 2023–2025.
- Faster market: avg DOM improved from 45 days (2016) to 32 days (2025), with the decade low at 19 days (2023).
Market Insight
Ridgewood’s market can look “above ask” in competitive years because Sale/OLP reflects how close successful listings
trade to their original asking price. The success ratio (Sold ÷ [Sold + Withdrawn + Expired]) captures how many listings
ultimately convert to a closing, which can shift with inventory mix, condition, and pricing strategy. In practice, well-positioned
homes can trade very competitively while overall conversion changes based on withdrawals and expirations.
Ridgewood NJMLS Annual Summary (2016–2025)
| Year | Homes Sold | Avg Sale Price | Avg DOM | Sale/OLP | Success Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 255 | $1,409,594 | 32 | 108.90% | 62.4% |
| 2024 | 248 | $1,292,423 | 21 | 108.34% | 69.7% |
| 2023 | 230 | $1,143,695 | 19 | 106.10% | 74.2% |
| 2022 | 332 | $1,052,093 | 27 | 103.35% | 72.9% |
| 2021 | 372 | $1,002,078 | 28 | 101.49% | 71.1% |
| 2020 | 407 | $944,580 | 39 | 98.31% | 62.5% |
| 2019 | 349 | $834,213 | 43 | 95.76% | 59.8% |
| 2018 | 329 | $848,890 | 42 | 97.04% | 54.0% |
| 2017 | 349 | $842,031 | 42 | 97.76% | 52.1% |
| 2016 | 340 | $820,222 | 45 | 97.29% | 49.7% |
Source: NJMLS Statistics Report — Ridgewood (0251), all property types/subtypes, Jan 1–Dec 31 each year.
Bergen County • Ridgewood, New Jersey • ZIP 07450 & 07451
Ridgewood, NJ Area Guide
A practical overview for buyers comparing homes for sale in Ridgewood, NJ—housing, schools, parks,
commuting context, and local resources
Ridgewood (village)
Bergen County
07450 • 07451
Why buyers choose Ridgewood
- Transit access in-town: NJ TRANSIT lists Ridgewood Station on the Main–Bergen County commuter rail line.
- Downtown public space: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square is a central green space downtown with a war memorial monument, benches, and gardens.
- Recreation variety: from athletic fields and a fitness circuit at Veterans Field to trails and wildscape areas like Dunham Trail and Grove Park.
- Seasonal swim option: Graydon Pool (at Graydon Park) operates seasonally and posts membership/guest admission rules.
- County park connection: Saddle River County Park runs through Ridgewood and includes a multi-use path; the Wild Duck Pond area is a notable Ridgewood segment of that county park system.
Note: Event schedules, seasonal hours, permits, and rules can change—confirm directly with the Village, Bergen County, and NJ TRANSIT.
Ridgewood real estate overview
Housing mix
Ridgewood is primarily residential. Inventory commonly includes single-family homes, with additional options
that may include condos/townhomes and smaller multi-family properties depending on the street and zoning.
What to compare when touring
Lot layout and driveway/parking, renovation scope, interior flow, yard usability, and proximity to schools,
downtown, parks/fields, and your preferred commuting pickup points.
Neighborhood pockets to know
- Downtown / Ridgewood Station area: walkable blocks near NJ TRANSIT Ridgewood Station, local services, and Memorial Park at Van Neste Square.
- Northern Parkway recreation corridor: cluster of major recreation assets including Graydon Park and Veterans Field.
- Ho-Ho-Kus Brook trail pocket: areas near Dunham Trail (a walking trail along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook between Grove Street and Spring Avenue).
- East Ridgewood Avenue / county park access: proximity to the Wild Duck Pond area within Saddle River County Park (county-managed).
- North Road / Route 17 edge: nearby access to North Road Park (natural area) and regional road connections.
These are practical “pockets,” not official neighborhood boundaries.
Parks & recreation (local names + how they’re used)
Village parks and fields
- Memorial Park at Van Neste Square — East Ridgewood Avenue between Walnut Street and Oak Street; war memorial monument, benches, and gardens.
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Veterans Field — Linwood Avenue & Northern Parkway; softball/hardball fields, multipurpose fields, running track, fitness circuit, amphitheater, open play area, and restrooms.
(Village lists the walking track as 0.452 miles around.) -
Graydon Park — North Maple Avenue & Linwood Avenue; village lists a hockey court, skateboard park, basketball hoops, swimming, ice-skating, picnic area, playground, shelter, and restrooms.
Graydon Pool details (seasonal dates/rules) are posted separately. - Citizens Park — Godwin Avenue & North Monroe Street; softball field, multipurpose field, open play area, benches, and gardens.
- Dunham Trail — Grove Street to Spring Avenue along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook; wildscape area with a walking trail.
- Kings Pond Park — off Lakeview Drive near the Midland Park border; natural wildlife area with nature trails and ice-skating when permitted.
- Twinney Pond Park — north end of Red Birch Court; wildlife area, nature trails, and ice-skating when conditions permit.
County parks (nearby + in-town)
- Saddle River County Park — Bergen County describes this as a linear park that includes multiple park areas linked by a multi-use bicycle/pedestrian path running from Ridgewood to Rochelle Park (approximately 6 miles).
- Wild Duck Pond (Ridgewood segment of Saddle River County Park) — Bergen County’s project page lists the location at 1133 E Ridgewood Ave and documents an ecological restoration effort for the pond.
- Dog run access (county) — Bergen County lists the Wild Duck Pond Area as a county dog run location.
Useful links (official)
Schools in Ridgewood, NJ (public)
School configurations and boundaries can change. Confirm current assignments with the district.
Ridgewood Public Schools (district schools commonly listed)
- Pre-K: Glen School (PK).
- Elementary (K–5): Hawes Elementary, Orchard Elementary, Ridge Elementary, Somerville Elementary, Travell Elementary, Willard Elementary.
- Middle (6–8): Benjamin Franklin Middle School; George Washington Middle School.
- High (9–12): Ridgewood High School.
Commuting context
- Train: NJ TRANSIT lists Ridgewood Station on the Main–Bergen County commuter rail line (confirm current schedules and advisories directly with NJ TRANSIT).
- Bus: NJ TRANSIT’s Bergen County Line page references NYC-bound bus routes (including 163 & 164) at Ridgewood Park & Ride and Van Neste Square.
- Best practice: test your commute during your typical departure/return windows before finalizing a purchase decision.
FAQ: Ridgewood, New Jersey
What county is Ridgewood, NJ in?
Ridgewood is in Bergen County, New Jersey.
What are the ZIP codes for Ridgewood, NJ?
Ridgewood commonly uses 07450 and 07451.
Which NJ TRANSIT line serves Ridgewood Station?
NJ TRANSIT lists Ridgewood Station on the Main–Bergen County commuter rail line.
What is Memorial Park at Van Neste Square?
It’s a downtown park on East Ridgewood Avenue (between Walnut Street and Oak Street) with a war memorial monument, benches, and gardens.
What recreation facilities are at Veterans Field?
The Village describes Veterans Field as including multiple athletic fields, a running track, a fitness circuit, an amphitheater, open play areas, and restrooms.
Is Graydon Pool open year-round?
No—Graydon Pool is a seasonal facility. The Village posts annual operating dates, hours, and admission rules.
Is there a dog park near Ridgewood’s Wild Duck Pond?
Yes. Bergen County lists the Wild Duck Pond Area (Saddle River County Park) as a county dog run location.
What is the Wild Duck Pond ecological restoration?
Bergen County documents an ecological restoration project for Wild Duck Pond, including efforts related to water retention, invasive species removal, and habitat restoration.
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