Why Live in Linden
Linden, bordered by the Garden State Parkway and the Arthur Kill waterway, offers connectivity to Manhattan while maintaining a suburban atmosphere. The neighborhood's eastern side is industrial, featuring the Bayway Refinery, while the western side is residential, with homes primarily built between the 1920s and 1950s. The Sunnyside section, characterized by Colonial Revival and Cape Cod-style homes, provides a nostalgic suburban feel. Multi-family homes and duplexes are found on Blancke Street. Linden’s downtown along North Wood Avenue features a variety of eateries and shops, including Dominican and Peruvian restaurants, and long-standing establishments like Pulaski Meat Products and Syrena Polish Deli. Aviation Plaza offers a ShopRite, Target, Home Depot, and clothing stores, while groceries are also available at SuperFresh on North Stiles Street. John Russell Wheeler Park, with its baseball and soccer fields, playgrounds, skate park, and pool complex, and Wilson Park, with lighted tennis courts and a walking path around Mcgillivray Pond, provide ample recreational opportunities. Linden hosts a Polish festival in September, celebrating Polish heritage with food, music, and activities. Commuters can reach Manhattan via New Jersey Transit from the Linden train station or by car, with bus lines also serving the area. Newark Liberty International Airport is a short drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Linden a good place to live?
Linden is a good place to live, receiving 3.7 stars from its residents. Linden is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Linden has 11 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.0 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $96,084 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Linden are home owners, with 45.6% of residents renting and 54.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Linden can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Linden neighborhood guide.
Is Linden, NJ a safe neighborhood?
Linden, NJ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Linden?
The median home price in Linden is $379,490. If you put a 20% down payment of $75,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,960 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Linden. The average household income in Linden is $96K.
What are the best public schools in Linden?
The best public schools that serve Linden are:
- Deerfield Terrace School No. 9 has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Linden High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Number 10 has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
What are the best private schools in Linden?
The best private schools that serve Linden are:
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Are home prices dropping in Linden?
Yes, home prices in Linden are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Linden, NJ
On average, homes in Linden, NJ sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Linden, NJ over the last 12 months is $387,425, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$387,425
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,945
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$298,400
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$299,750
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$339,000
Median Studio Sale Price
$189,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$259
Number of Homes for Sale
44
Last 12 months Home Sales
172
Median List Price
$379,490
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
