Why Live in Ridgefield
Ridgefield, situated between urban centers and the meadowlands of New Jersey, offers a suburban lifestyle close to New York City. The neighborhood features tightly packed 1950s-era colonial-style and Cape Cod homes, many with driveways and attached garages. Condos are also available but less frequently on the market. Local amenities include H Mart and Hanyang Mart for groceries, and a shopping center on Broad Avenue with a Walmart Supercenter and PetSmart. Dining options range from the historic Rispoli Pastry Shop to modern Korean cuisine at Karden and Italian dishes at Cafe Tivoli. The American Dream Mall, located off I-95 South, is a major attraction with over 450 shops and entertainment venues like Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park and DreamWorks Water Park.
Ridgefield's schools are highly rated, with children attending Bergen Boulevard School, Slocum Skewes School, and Ridgefield Memorial High, which offer various after-school activities. For recreation, Veteran’s Park provides basketball courts, beach volleyball, and a batting cage, while the Ridgefield Nature Center offers walking trails. The Meadowlands Sports Complex, a short drive away, includes MetLife Stadium and a horse racing track.
Commuting to New York City is convenient via the 321-bus line from Vince Lombardi Park & Ride or by car on Interstate 95, which takes about 45 minutes during heavy traffic. Newark International Airport is 18 miles south. The western edge of Ridgefield is zoned for industrial use, featuring a train depot, power-generating station, and water treatment plant, which can occasionally cause noise and odors. Ridgefield maintains a lower crime risk compared to the national average, making it a balanced choice for home buyers.
Home Trends in Ridgefield, NJ
On average, homes in Ridgefield, NJ sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Ridgefield, NJ over the last 12 months is $650,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$650,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$681,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$349,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$289,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$468
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median List Price
$684,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%