Why Live in Passaic
Passaic, located 16 miles from New York City, offers a balance between urban proximity and a quieter lifestyle. The neighborhood features a mix of classic housing styles, including Queen Anne and Tudor homes in Passaic Park, as well as Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods, and split-levels. Condominiums and townhouses, sometimes available as co-ops, add to the housing diversity. Passaic is home to a significant Orthodox Jewish community, with the Tifereth Israel Orthodox synagogue serving as a central hub. The Promenade Shops at Clifton provide retail options, while Main Avenue offers diverse dining, including Latin and South American eateries like El Gordo and the Oasis Diner. For groceries, residents frequent ShopRite, Dollar Tree, and Walgreens. Educational opportunities include the highly rated Passaic Academy for Science & Engineering, where students can earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree. North Pulaski Park, benefiting from a recent grant, features a playground, fitness area, and walking paths connecting to Dundee Island Park, which offers a spray park and athletic fields. Passaic River County Park and the Passaic River State Trail are popular for boating and hiking, though the river is highly polluted. Passaic's proximity to New York City, just 10 miles from Midtown Manhattan, makes commuting convenient via train, bus, or car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Passaic a good place to live?
Passaic is a good place to live, receiving 3.2 stars from its residents. Passaic is considered very walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Passaic is an urban core neighborhood. Passaic has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 34.0 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $67,500 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 16% of residents. A majority of residents in Passaic are renters, with 78.4% of residents renting and 21.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Passaic can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Passaic neighborhood guide.
Is Passaic, NJ a safe neighborhood?
Passaic, NJ is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Passaic?
The median home price in Passaic is $430,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $86,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,130 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in Passaic. The average household income in Passaic is $68K.
What are the best public schools in Passaic?
The best public schools that serve Passaic are:
What are the best private schools in Passaic?
The best private schools that serve Passaic are:
- New Hope School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Noble Leadership Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- St. Leo Elementary School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
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Home Trends in Passaic, NJ
On average, homes in Passaic, NJ sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Passaic, NJ over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$435,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$517,750
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$390,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$332,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$215,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$316
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Last 12 months Home Sales
133
Median List Price
$430,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
