Fair Lawn, New Jersey, is a growing suburb located approximately 12 miles northwest of New York City, known for its vibrant and diverse community. The borough has seen an influx of new construction and local businesses, contributing to its population of over 35,500. Fair Lawn offers a mix of historical and new homes, including co-ops, condos, townhouses, attached homes, and single-family homes ranging from Cape Cods to McMansions. The Radburn community, dating back to 1929, provides amenities such as summer camps, pools, and organized activities. Fair Lawn Public Schools are highly rated, with an average student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1, and Henry B. Milnes Elementary School has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. The borough features a variety of attractions, including Memorial Park with its playground, athletic facilities, and sand-bottom pool, and the Fair Lawn Community Center, which hosts local theater groups and music clubs. Residents can enjoy shopping and dining along Fair Lawn Avenue, River Road, and Broadway, with over 600 local businesses listed in the Fair Lawn Marketplace. The borough is also home to two NJ Transit train stations, providing convenient commutes to NYC's Penn Station in about 50 minutes. Fair Lawn has a low crime risk compared to the national average, although property-related crime saw a recent increase. The area experiences all four seasons, with occasional flooding from the Passaic River during heavy rainfall.
