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Condensed suburb close to shops
Athenia is a suburb in Clifton with older home styles and a collection of local shops creating small-town vibes. Its suburban streetscape doesn’t compromise on proximity with plenty of ways to quickly commute to New York City. Sidewalks and streetlights line the neighborhood’s streets, making Athenia quite walkable for the nearby shops and recreation. “You can walk down a couple of streets and have everything you need, yet when you go down the block, it’s just houses,” says Frances Rosado, Brokerage Branch Manager for Real Broker, who lives in the area and has been selling homes here for over 21 years.
Many single-family houses in Athenia come with front and backyards.
Residents of Athenia have access to quick and easy shopping on Van Houten Ave.
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Colonial-style homes from the $500,000s
The neighborhood features 20th-century Colonial-style and Cape Cod-style homes with driveways and, occasionally, detached garages. “The houses are closer to each other, and the lots are a little smaller than some other areas in Clifton,” says Rosado. Homes tend to stay on the market for about three weeks and typically sell for $500,000 to $700,000. Two-bedroom condo communities are spread throughout Athenia and usually sell for $350,000 to $550,000. There are also several retirement communities around the neighborhood, including Senior Horizons and Evergreen Manor. The CAP Index gives the neighborhood a crime score of 3, which is close to the national average of 4.
Large single-family homes are available in Athenia.
Single-family homes in Athenia are commonly found throughout the neighborhood.
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Specialized academies at Clifton High
Students may start at Clifton School No. 13, which gets a B from Niche, before going to Christopher Columbus Middle School with a C-plus. They may then attend Clifton High School, which also has a B and offers specialized academic programs for fields like STEM and visual arts.
Clifton High School is home to the Mustangs in Athenia.
Clifton High School serves students living in the Athenia neighborhood of Clifton, New Jersey.
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Shopping and dining along Van Houten Avenue
Van Houten Avenue is the suburb’s major thoroughfare and features a diverse mix of local businesses. “It’s a small street, but it’s where all the shops are,” says Rosado. Residents can shop for home improvement supplies at Clifton Ace Hardware, pick up prescriptions at Van Houten Pharmacy and grab a bouquet at Halka’s Florist. There are also plenty of local eateries like Plaza Bagels & Deli, which has been in business since 1988. “Personally, I say it’s the best bagel place in all of Clifton,” says Rosado. Additionally, La Cantina Mexicana offers authentic Mexican cuisine, and Mario’s Restaurant and Pizzeria has been serving pies for nearly 80 years. For general needs, residents can head a mile south to Allwood for Stop & Shop or a mile north to Botany Village for Aldi. The American Dream Mall is also 6 miles east with over 450 additional retailers and attractions.
A Polish Deli in the Athenia neighborhood is quite popular with residents.
Happy Belly Cafe in the Athenia neighborhood is a famous coffee shop with residents.
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Sperling Park, Anzaldi Park
Sperling Park has a playground and space for tennis, basketball and baseball. Richardson Scale Park features a grassy soccer field and a large playground, while Anzaldi Park has multiple turf fields that host local soccer teams for practice and games. Less than a mile north, Weasel Brook Park offers sports facilities, a skatepark and a paved walking path.
Clifton Street Fair, Brighton Asylum
The Athenia Business Association plans the annual Clifton Street Fair, which is held on Van Houten Avenue. The event takes place in September and offers amusement rides, food trucks and local vendors. There’s also Brighton Asylum, a popular seasonal venue that runs haunted houses and escape rooms during Halloween and select holidays.
Residents can catch the chills while visiting the spooky Brighton Asylum in Athenia.
Brighton Asylum is a great place to bring the family for all Halloween activities in Athenia.
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Commuting to NYC and nearby boroughs
The Clifton and Passaic train stations offer daily service to Hoboken station and New York City’s subway system. Residents can also drive to the Allwood Park and Ride for express bus lines to New York City, Newark and Caldwell. Those driving into the city can take Route 3 for direct access to the Lincoln Tunnel.
Important to know
Over the past few years, nearby construction and heavy rain have resulted in multiple flood events around the Weasel Brook tributary. The city is currently replacing underground pipes and building a water retention center to try and reduce flooding issues. The construction is anticipated to finish by the end of 2024.
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On average, homes in Athenia, Clifton sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Athenia, Clifton over the last 12 months is $535,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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