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Cresskill offers space, schools and a quieter lifestyle
When the desire for a familial suburban feel pulls you out of the activity of New York City, you might be looking to settle down in Cresskill. Just across the Hudson River, 30 minutes outside the Big Apple, the New Jersey borough boasts the makings for a modest lifestyle within a family-centric frame. “People move here for their kids,” says Realtor Bahr Rapaport of Keller Williams Realty. “With its top-rated education system and close proximity to the city, Cresskill offers a little more value than neighboring towns.” Cresskill’s family-oriented community and suburban feel make it a destination for those looking to create a fulfilling life for their children while within reach of New York City. “It’s just a great town and a great suburb to grow up in,” Rapaport says.
The Camp Merritt Memorial Monument sits at the heart of Cresskill, NJ.
Large sporting areas can be found all around Cresskill, NJ.
The New York City skyline can be seen in the distance from Cresskill, NJ.
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Home styles range from colonials to contemporary estates
Real estate prices and sizes run the gamut here. “Cresskill is a vast space in which we have large properties in the east and smaller quarter-acre properties closer to the valley area in the west,” Rapaport says. The median home value in Cresskill is $887,500, but listing prices for single-family homes range from $475,000 for a modest two-story home to $7 million mansions boasting 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. Rapaport also says there is a mixed bag of styles. Older homes reflect their history in more traditional Colonial-revival styles, newer subdivisions feature minimalistic split levels, and New-Age Farmhouse and rambling contemporary styles are popular among the larger estates.
Students benefit from AP and college prep opportunities
The area’s highly rated schools are a definite magnet for residents, Rapaport says. “Cresskill is a medium-sized town with a small but strong school system, which fosters a tight sense of community and allows parents to be highly involved.” With only four schools, the Cresskill Public School District is rated #9 in Best School Districts in Bergen County by Niche, with an A overall rating and an A+ rating in both academics and teachers. Kindergarten through fifth grade students may attend Edward H Bryan Elementary School or Merritt Memorial Elementary School, which feed into Cresskill Middle School for sixth through eighth grade. Cresskill High School prides itself on the nine-to-one student-teacher ratio and is rated one of the top 10 best public high schools in Bergen County by Niche. Freshmen through seniors benefit from a rigorous academic program that includes college preparatory and Advanced Placement courses.
Edward H. Bryan Elementary School is a well regarded public school in Cresskill with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Cresskill High School in NJ is a top public school with an A Niche grade.
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Palisades Park adds hiking trails and riverfront access nearby
Parks and recreational facilities also promote community involvement in Cresskill and surrounding areas. Children get their fill of outdoor fun at local spots like the 12th Street playground and Brookline Park Add, which is home to tennis and basketball courts, soccer fields and the Cresskill Community Center. Along the Hudson River, the Palisades Interstate Park provides the area’s residents with 30 miles of hiking trails and riverfront access within its 2,500-acre tract. Rapaport says the town’s excellent park system offers a great place for parents and kids alike to socialize. “The town is very intertwined with its neighboring towns, which exposes kids to many different people.”
Visitors to State Line Lookout in the Palisades Interstate Park have spectacular views of the Hudson River.
Turkey vultures are a common site at State Line Lookout in the Palisades Interstate Park.
Children can practice and compete on the various Brookline Park Add sports fields in Cresskill.
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Farmhouse Café and Early Bird Coffee anchor the morning rush
A slew of boutiques and restaurants comprise the downtown area of Cresskill, including local favorites like Farmhouse Café and The Early Bird Coffee, which bustle with activity every morning. And more businesses are moving in: “Cresskill is seeing a bit of a facelift,” Rapaport says. “There have been a few new commercial builds, so we’re anticipating some new things coming into town for shopping and dining.”
Farmhouse Cafe & Eatery offers a casual, rustic setting for lunch or dinner in Cresskill.
Friends meet for lunch at Chef Mediterranean in Cresskill, NJ.
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Parent groups and town council foster a close-knit atmosphere
The schools’ active parent organizations support an engaging community for kids outside of school hours with the help of Cresskill’s town council. “The town of Cresskill really makes a point to be very community-driven,” Rapaport says, noting that the borough regularly hosts events that bring residents and families together. In October, streets are shut down to make way for extravagantly spooky decorations during Cresskill’s Halloween festival. On Independence Day, the Fourth of July parade creates a star-spangled celebration, engulfing the town in red, white and blue.
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On average, homes in Cresskill, NJ sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Cresskill, NJ over the last 12 months is $1,027,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Quaint colonial home located in the heart of Cresskill's communities gatherings. Across the street from Cresskill town pool, soccer & football field, and community center. Situated on the dead end of 5th street. 2 Bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bathroom, shared driveway, 2 parking spaces at rear of property, and quiet back yard with large deck make this a great starter home in a wonderful town. Top
A premier location and Ramapo Valley views are the setting of this 12 ,000 stone mansion set on the highly sought-after east hill of Cresskill. Designed by a premier architect, no detail has been overlooked. East / west exposure floods the house with beautiful light, while the terrace, extending the entire length of this home, provides plenty of room to enjoy the sunset. Eight bedroom suites,
Welcome to this grand 7-bedroom manor located in the prestigious East Hill of Cresskill, situated on nearly an acre of land. The impressive open-entry foyer flows seamlessly into a spacious living area, featuring a built-in bar designed for hosting and sophisticated entertaining. The thoughtful layout includes a coveted first-floor primary suite, providing convenience and privacy. Retreat to a
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Nearly 6,500 SF on approximately .93 acres. Expansive outdoor terrace, covered patio & in-ground pool. Two-story great room with stone fireplace. Situated on one of Cresskill's premier residential streets, this expanded Colonial offers 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 1 half bath with a layout designed for flexible living and entertaining. A dramatic double-height foyer welcomes you to formal living
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Unique expanded and well maintained colonial farmhouse with 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms and in-ground pool on 2+ acres of gorgeous land. Beautiful landscaping with specimen trees on a very desirable and extremely private road. The house totals over 5,400 square feet of charming finished space not including the screened in patio, large balconies, or the three car garage. Landscaping, snow removal
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