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Cliffside Park.
A closer look.
Perched on the Palisades, with skyline views from the cliffs and commuter buses into Manhattan. Cliffside Park offers everything from high-rise condos to multi-level homes.
PalisadesElevated skyline views
DuplexesAnd multi-family homes
BusesCommuter routes to the city
Mix of homesCondos to townhomes
Living here.
- Good fit if you want
- A multi-level home or income property close to the city
- Property types
- Duplexes, townhomes and condominiums
- Living
- Walkable streets, local shops and a quick connection to Manhattan
The housing picture.
Duplexes, townhomes and condominiums.
Areas within Cliffside Park
- Palisade AvenueHigh-rise condos with skyline views.
- Anderson AvenueThe main commercial corridor.
- Residential blocksDuplexes, townhomes and multi-family homes.
Average sale prices: 12-month averages from NJMLS data via Madison Adams, as of October 2026. Median home value, median rent, owner-occupancy and population: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2020–2024 and 2025 population estimates). Effective tax rate: NJ Department of the Treasury, 2025 (not a tax bill). Sub-areas are examples, not official boundaries.
Schools & learning.
- Number 3, 4 and 5 SchoolsElementary grades (PreK–4 / K–5)
- Number 6 School (Cliffside Park Middle School)Grades 5–8
- Cliffside Park High SchoolGrades 9–12
Cliffside Park runs its own PreK–12 district.
School assignments depend on the exact address. I will confirm the district and schools for any home you are considering, and you can check current profiles on the New Jersey School Performance Reports site.
School assignments and admissions can change. Review district information and the NJ School Performance Reports directly. We do not rank communities by school ratings or recommend neighborhoods based on protected characteristics.
Private school options near Cliffside Park
- Christ the Teacher AcademyFort LeePrivate elementary school, K–8.
- Notre Dame AcademyPalisades ParkPrivate elementary school.
- The Elisabeth Morrow SchoolEnglewoodIndependent coed school, age 2 through grade 8.
- Dwight-Englewood SchoolEnglewoodIndependent coed day school, PreK–12.
- Academy of the Holy AngelsDemarestPrivate girls’ school, grades 6–12 (middle school and college-preparatory high school).
- Bergen Catholic High SchoolOradellPrivate boys’ high school, grades 9–12.
- Immaculate Heart AcademyWashington TownshipPrivate girls’ high school, grades 9–12.
Grades, admissions, tuition and bus availability change; confirm details with each school. In-town schools are listed first; the list is not a ranking or endorsement. New Jersey districts may provide transportation to some nonpublic schools within 20 miles of home.
Your daily journey.
| Option | To Midtown | To Downtown |
|---|---|---|
| Bus to Port Authority | ~25–40 min | ~55–75 min with subway |
| Bus to GW Bridge Bus Station, then A train | ~35–50 min | ~50–65 min |
Typical off-peak ride times shown as ranges; some are estimates. Rush hour and tunnel or bridge traffic can add 15 to 45 minutes. Confirm current routes, fares and schedules with NJ Transit before you decide.
Before you buy.
- Use & rental
- Confirm legal use, tenant rights, utilities and parking
- Total cost
- Taxes, maintenance, insurance and expected vacancies
- Layout
- How each level works for living, renting or both
Useful links & sources
Reviewed October 2026. Official sites for the town, schools, transit and taxes; links open in a new tab.
Guides
Before you buy
or sell in Cliffside Park.
For sellers
What should you fix before listing, and what can you leave alone?
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A decision framework for repairs, cosmetic updates, decluttering and staging, so every dollar you spend before listing has a reason behind it.
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Should you sell first or find your next home first?
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Timing, financing, temporary housing and carrying costs: how to decide which risk you are most comfortable managing.
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