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Westwood

Westwood

Located in Bergen County

$737,452 Average Value
0 Homes For Sale

Located just 12 minutes south of the New York border, the North Jersey suburb of Westwood offers suburban tranquility, brookside beauty, an acclaimed school system, and an easy commute into New York City.

Westwood originated as farmland during the colonial era before becoming a borough in 1894, helped in part by the town’s development into a railroad suburb of New York City. Westwood continues to be a commuter hub; local Realtor Robert Dzienis shares, “If you have to commute into New York City, this is a prime area for you to be able to do that.” NJ Transit trains run from Westwood to New York City via Hoboken and the Secaucus junction, while NJT buses offer direct trips to Port Authority.

Westwood’s long history is reflected in its housing styles, which vary from colonial-style residences to family homes built in the 1900s, 1910s, and 1920s. Its streets tend to be flanked by sidewalks and expansive front lawns, and its streets tend to jut off major roads such as Broadway, 3rd Avenue, Westwood Avenue, and Washington Avenue. The average home price in Westwood is $550,000, slightly above the state average of $500,000, while below the Bergen County average of $600,000.

Dzienis further relates that “Westwood is known as the hub of the Pascack Valley…If you take a walk in Downtown Westwood, you’re going to find shops, restaurants, and one of the best bagel shops in New Jersey.” Dzienis refers to the aptly named Goldberg’s Famous Bagels, a local brunch mainstay that uses salt water when baking its bagels for a unique, flavorful taste. Also located at the center of Westwood are local favorites such as the Iron Horse – a restaurant and café serving American classics such as burgers and chicken wings – and the Granita Grille, which serves Italian food in an environment enhanced by live music on the weekends. One of the most unique restaurants at this crossroads is the Melting Pot, a fondue restaurant serving heated pots of cheese, chocolate, and broth in a tasty, upscale eatery.

This crossroads is home to the Veteran’s Memorial Park, one of the town’s most famous landmarks. This park includes a bandstand that hosts musical events during the summer, as well as antique shows and craft fairs during the spring. A World War I trench mortar and a list of the names of fallen soldiers from the community commemorate Westwood’s involvement in American military history. Between this park and Broadway, the Westwood train station carries commuters to the rail hub of Secaucus, from which they can travel to both New York City and the Jersey Shore.

Westwood’s two other major parks, Pascack Brook County Park and Westvale Park, sit adjacent to each other along Pascack Brook, and offer hiking trails for scenic brookside views and opportunities to spot wild deer among the trees. The creatively named “West Woof Dog Park”, located within Westvale Park, offers residents an outlet for fun with their pets, while, just around the corner, a basketball court and sand volleyball court provide recreation opportunities for athletically inclined locals.

Westwood’s students attend one of four elementary schools, as well as the Regional Middle School and Westwood Regional High School, one of the highest-ranked public high schools in the state.

Westwood is located under ten minutes east of the Garden State Parkway, making cruises up the Hudson Valley and down to the Jersey Shore a breeze.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Dave Miller

    Dave Miller

    Responds Quickly

    RE/MAX INTEGRITY

    (845) 400-8396

    86 Total Sales

    2 in Westwood

    $558K - $701K Price Range

    Dave Miller
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  • Michele DeStefano

    Michele DeStefano

    EXP REALTY, LLC

    (973) 381-2265

    79 Total Sales

    2 in Westwood

    $4K - $855K Price Range

    Michele DeStefano
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  • Hugo Palacios

    Hugo Palacios

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Village Square Realty

    (973) 250-2106

    48 Total Sales

    3 in Westwood

    $625K - $975K Price Range

    Hugo Palacios
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  • Lauren Orsini

    Lauren Orsini

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach Realtors - Montclair

    (973) 406-4129

    452 Total Sales

    1 in Westwood

    $230,000 Price

    Lauren Orsini
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  • Michael Dunn

    Michael Dunn

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (551) 243-7398

    50 Total Sales

    1 in Westwood

    $660,000 Price

    Michael Dunn
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  • Jacqueline Vasquez

    Jacqueline Vasquez

    Keller Williams Village Sq Rlt

    (855) 694-3653

    46 Total Sales

    1 in Westwood

    $709,000 Price

    Jacqueline Vasquez
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Schools

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Westwood Housing Trends

On average, homes in Westwood, NJ sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westwood, NJ over the last 12 months is $325,000.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$324,999
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$935,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,062
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,548
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,494

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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Westwood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
11,185
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$130,892
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$153,226

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.4%
College Graduates
54.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.2%
% Population in Labor Force
76.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

45 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®®

77 / 100
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