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Cul-de-sacs, lakes and preserved forests
Bloomingdale is a New Jersey suburb where residential streets and cul-de-sacs weave through a collection of lakes and preserved forests. With access to major thoroughfares like the Jersey Turnpike, the community attracts homebuyers looking to stay close to the Big Apple while embracing scenic living among some of Passaic County’s biggest natural attractions. “You have beautiful tree-lined residential streets and family businesses along Main Street, but you can also get on 287 from pretty much anywhere in town,” says Jennifer Ellis, Broker Associate for Coldwell Banker Realty, and a local resident who’s been selling homes in the area for over 20 years.
Bloomingdale is a great mix of family living and scenic nature.
Residents of Bloomingdale can live around Glen Wild Lake.
Bloomingdale is home to beautiful lakes and waterways.
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Single-family homes from $350,000
Housing in Bloomingdale consists mostly of 20th-century colonial-style, ranch-style and Cape Cod-style homes. Three- and four-bedroom houses close to Main Street sit on moderately sized lots with driveways and, occasionally, garages. Homes tend to stay on the market for a little over a month and typically sell for $350,000 to $650,000. There are also larger lakeside homes north of the suburbs that usually sell for $800,000 to $1 million. In the neighborhood’s west end, homebuyers can also find a few two-bedroom condos in Tree Top Village for $200,000 to $300,000. The CAP Index gives the borough a crime score of 2, which is below the national average of 4.
Large colonial style homes can be found in neighborhoods around Bloomingdale.
Various home styles can be found around the lakes of Bloomingdale.
Split-level homes are common around Bloomingdale.
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Stellar student-teacher ratios at West Milford High
Students may start at the Martha B. Day School, which doesn’t have a Niche grade, for kindergarten and first grade before going to Samuel R. Donald School, which gets a C-minus, for second through fourth grade. Students may then attend Walter T. Bergen School, which has a C-plus, for fifth through eighth grade before transitioning to West Milford High School, which also gets a C-plus and boasts a student-teacher ratio of 10-to-1.
West Milford High School in West Milford, New Jersey.
Walter T. Bergen Middle School in Bloomingdale, NJ.
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Norvin Green State Forest, Bogue Pond Park
Norvin Green State Forest borders Bloomindale’s north end with nearly 5,000 acres of woodlands that offer opportunities for bird and wildlife watching. The park is a popular hiking spot with a system of rugged trails that lead to scenic overlooks of the natural landscape and of the New York skyline. “You can walk out your backdoor, go for a quick walk, and you’re in the Norvin Green trail system,” says Ellis. The town is also highlighted by its 14 lakes that provide ample opportunities for kayaking and fishing. Residents can visit Mayor Dunleavy Memorial Park, which features a mile-long hiking trail weaving through 44 areas of dense forest. The park is dog-friendly with two off-leash areas. Just down the street, Bogue Pond Park also has a playground and a basketball court.
Take a hike on one of the trails in Bloomingdale and take in the beautiful scenic views.
Residents can enjoy the walking trails in Mayor Dunleavy Memorial Park.
Stop by to take in the beautiful views of one of the lakes in Bloomingdale.
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Shopping and dining along Main Street
A collection of markets, shops and restaurants can be found along Main Street, which runs through the southern portion of the neighborhood. Residents can shop at chains like Bloomingdale's Supermarket by Foodtown and international grocers like La Mexicana Supermarket. Local favorites for dining include River of Beer with brews and pub food, Cinco De Mayo for Mexican favorites and Butler Family Restaurant & Diner, which has been serving American classics for over 50 years. Elsewhere in the borough, Glenwild Garden Center is a family-run nursery and gift shop that’s been in business since 1928. “I do all of my holiday and birthday gift shopping there,” says Ellis.
Residents can be spotted grabbing breakfast before work at Bloomingdale Bagels & Deli.
There are plenty of options for dining and shopping on Main Street in Bloomingdale.
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Annual events at Sloan Park
Sloan Park is a popular destination for community events throughout the year. Sloan Park Festival is a summer event with family-friendly games, food vendors and local merchants, and Holiday Stroll takes place in December with carriage rides, Victorian carolers and free hot chocolate. There’s also the town’s Celebration Day, a late September event at Delazier Field featuring live music, craft vendors and food trucks. Aside from the borough’s major events, there are also more frequent social outings like tea parties at the public library, dueling piano shows at the Glen Wild Lake Clubhouse and craft nights at the Bloomingdale Senior Center. “There’s so much to do if you’re paying attention and taking advantage of it,” says Ellis.
Bloomingdale has a variety of parks for children to enjoy.
There are a variety of parks and schools for the children of Bloomingdale.
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Commuting on I-287, by bus
Bloomingdale provides easy access to Interstate 287, which runs along the eastern portion of the neighborhood, and Route 23, which is just 3 miles south. Residents are also just 40 miles from New York City and can take the 194-bus line to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.
Roads heading in and out of town connect residents to neighboring areas.
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On average, homes in Bloomingdale, NJ sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Bloomingdale, NJ over the last 12 months is $542,500, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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