Cresskill, NJ
Bergen County's Northern Valley borough with one of the United States' top-10 highest Korean-American concentrations (~17.8% Korean, ~31% Asian total) and a rare own-K-12 district — Cresskill High School Niche A, GreatSchools 7/10, 95% graduation rate.
12-mo Median Sale
$967K
-1.0% YoY (Redfin trailing)
Zillow ZHVI 07626
$790K
+2.1% YoY (Zillow 2026)
Cresskill HS
A
#76 NJ · GS 7/10 · 95% grad
Korean American
~17.8%
Top 10 nationally
Community Overview
Cresskill is a 2.1-square-mile Bergen County borough with a 2026 projected population of approximately 9,422. Median household income is $173,293, with 60%+ of adults holding a graduate degree (50% bachelor's-or-higher). Cresskill borders Tenafly to the south, Demarest to the north, Alpine to the east (Palisades), Dumont to the west, and Bergenfield to the southwest.
Cresskill's defining feature is its Korean-American community — approximately 17.8% Korean ancestry per the 2020 Census, ranking among the top 10 US cities by percentage. Total Asian-American share ranges 27.7-31.3% across data sources. The Piermont Road corridor extends seamlessly into Tenafly and Closter to form one of the East Coast's largest authentic Korean dining and retail clusters — Myung Ga Won, Migam, Choi Ga, Ah Suh Won, DAOM, and many others.
The borough is unusual for its size in operating an own K-12 district — Edward H. Bryan Elementary, Cresskill Middle School, and Cresskill High School share a combined Middle/High campus on Lincoln Drive. Cresskill HS is Niche A, ranked #76 best public HS in NJ, GreatSchools 7/10, with a 95% graduation rate. The 2026 market shows mixed signals — high-end Tamcrest tier remains tight while broader market has cooled vs. 2025 peaks.
Education
Cresskill Public School District is a rare own-K-12 system serving the borough — three schools, all on combined Middle/High Lincoln Drive campus plus standalone Bryan Elementary.
Edward H. Bryan Elementary (K-5)
Top 10% NJ. Math 80% / Reading 76% proficient.
Cresskill Middle School
Math 51% / Reading 73% proficient.
Cresskill High School
Niche A, #76 NJ, GreatSchools 7/10. 95% graduation rate. Math 58% / Reading 78%.
District Averages
Math 65% / Reading 74% proficient.
Transportation & Commute
Cresskill has no train station. NJ Transit Bus Route 166 (Cresskill-Bergenfield-NYC) connects to Port Authority Bus Terminal — every ~30 minutes; ~1h 21m to 1h 34m end-to-end. Driving to Manhattan via Route 9W and the GWB takes 18-25 minutes off-peak; significantly longer in rush hour. Distance to GWB is ~9 miles (~11 minutes off-peak).
Drive (off-peak)
18-25 min
Bus 166
~1h 27m
Distance to GWB
~9 miles
Demographics & Community
Cresskill ranks among the top 10 US cities by percentage of Korean ancestry — approximately 17.8% Korean per 2020 Census, with total Asian-American share 27.7-31.3%. Median household income is $173,293, median age 45, family poverty rate 0.7%. The borough is bordered by Tenafly, Demarest, Alpine, Dumont, and Bergenfield — sitting at the heart of Bergen's Korean-American corridor.
Population (2026 est.)
~9,422
Median Income
$173,293
Median Age
45
Korean American
~17.8%
Asian American
27-31%
Poverty Rate
0.7%
Dining & Lifestyle
Cresskill's downtown dining concentrates along Piermont Road and Union Avenue — Samdan (Turkish/Mediterranean), Umeya (Japanese/sushi), Delvina (Italian), Hanami (Japanese), Ray's Pizza, Scotty's Bar & Grill, Cafe Rx, C U Latte. The neighborhood Korean cluster extends seamlessly along Piermont Rd into Tenafly and Closter — Myung Ga Won (in adjacent Tenafly), Myung Ga Tofu & BBQ, Migam, Choi Ga, Ah Suh Won, Ewha Won, DAOM. This is one of the largest authentic Korean dining hubs on the East Coast.
Samdan (178 Piermont Rd)
Turkish / Mediterranean
Umeya (156 Piermont Rd)
Japanese / sushi
Delvina (172 Piermont Rd)
Italian
Hanami (41 Union Ave)
Japanese
Ray's Pizza (28 Union Ave)
Pizza institution
Korean cluster (Piermont/Tenafly)
Myung Ga Won, Migam, Choi Ga, Ah Suh Won, DAOM
2026 Market Insights
Cresskill 2026 shows mixed signals. Redfin's trailing 12-month median sale of $967,500 (-1% YoY) is the most reliable trend indicator; Zillow ZHVI for 07626 of $790,377 (+2.1% YoY) reflects typical home values. The Feb 2026 single-month -39.5% YoY median is statistical mix shift driven by closing composition, not broad price decline.
The high-end Tamcrest segment ($2M-$6.5M) remains tight, while broader market has cooled vs. 2025 peaks. Active listings are 16-24 homes, supply structurally tight. Cresskill's K-12 own-district premium continues to drive demand vs. neighbors that send students out via sending/receiving relationships. Korean-American buyer demand from Bergen County (which leads US per capita) keeps inventory moving, particularly Tamcrest new construction.
Real Estate Snapshot
Source: Redfin, Zillow ZHVI 07626 (2026)
Neighborhoods
Tamcrest (Tenafly border, southeast)
Most desirable section — new construction with multi-million-dollar homes.
$2M – $6.5M
Western Cresskill
Older estate homes on ~1-acre lots along winding roads — high-end inventory.
$1.2M – $3M
Eastern Cresskill
Traditional split-level and Cape-style stock — entry-level for Cresskill.
$700K – $1.2M
North Cresskill (Demarest border)
Quieter residential blocks; mid-to-upper price tier near Demarest line.
$900K – $1.6M
Quick Profile
Points of Interest
Downtown Piermont Rd / Union Ave
DowntownBorough's commercial spine — bulk of retail, dining, and the Cresskill Public Library at 53 Union Ave.
Cresskill K-12 District
EducationUnusual for the borough's size — own K-12 district (Bryan Elementary, Cresskill Middle/High combined campus on Lincoln Drive). Niche A high school.
Hillside Park
ParkBorough's primary green space — playgrounds, walking paths, supplemented by neighborhood pocket parks.
Benedict Romeo Community Center
Community100 3rd Street — youth programs, summer camps, basketball, seasonal events.
Cresskill Public Library
Civic53 Union Avenue — BCCLS member, downtown anchor.
Korean Dining Cluster (Piermont Rd)
DiningHeavy concentration extending into Tenafly and Closter — one of the East Coast's largest Korean dining hubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical home price in Cresskill in 2026?
Redfin's trailing 12-month median sale price is $967,500 (-1% YoY) — the most reliable benchmark. The Feb 2026 single-month figure of $1,285,000 (-39.5% YoY) reflects mix shift, not a price collapse. Zillow's home value index for ZIP 07626 is $790,377 (+2.1% YoY); the mid-tier ZHVI grew 9.0%. Median price/sqft is $519 (-6.3%). Luxury homes range from $3.5M-$6.5M at the top tier.
How are Cresskill schools rated?
Cresskill operates its own K-12 district — unusual for a borough this size. Edward H. Bryan Elementary (K-5) ranks in the top 10% of NJ, with 80% math / 76% reading proficient. Cresskill Middle School: 51% math / 73% reading. Cresskill High School: Niche A, #76 best public HS in NJ, GreatSchools 7/10, 95% graduation rate, 58% math / 78% reading. District averages 65% math / 74% reading.
How long is the commute from Cresskill to Manhattan?
Cresskill has no train station. NJ Transit Bus Route 166 connects to Port Authority Bus Terminal — runs every ~30 minutes; ~1h 21m to 1h 34m end-to-end ride; tickets $8-$27. Driving to Manhattan via Route 9W and the GWB takes 18-25 minutes off-peak. Distance to GWB is ~9 miles (~11 minutes off-peak).
Why is Cresskill's K-12 district unusual?
Most Bergen County boroughs of Cresskill's size (~9,400 residents) operate K-8 districts only and send students to a regional high school via sending/receiving relationships. Cresskill is rare in operating its own complete K-12 district — Cresskill Middle and Cresskill High share a combined campus on Lincoln Drive. This means families stay in the same district from elementary through graduation, a meaningful lifestyle and continuity advantage.
What is the Korean-American community like in Cresskill?
Cresskill ranks among the top 10 US cities by percentage of Korean ancestry — approximately 17.8% Korean per the 2020 Census, with total Asian-American share ranging from 27.7% to 31.3% across data sources. The downtown Piermont Rd corridor extends into Tenafly and Closter to form one of the East Coast's largest authentic Korean dining and retail clusters.
What is the 2026 Cresskill outlook?
Northern Bergen 2026 outlook: 1-3% appreciation expected after a moderating 2025; Bergen County overall is +1.7% YoY at $760K median. Cresskill's K-12 own-district premium continues to drive demand vs. neighbors that send students out. Korean-American demand gravity (Bergen County leads US per capita) keeps inventory moving, particularly for new Tamcrest construction. Tight supply — 16-24 active listings — keeps well-priced homes moving in <40 days.
Data Sources & References
Real Estate: Redfin Cresskill (2026), Zillow ZHVI 07626 (2026), Homes.com.
Schools: Niche Cresskill District 2026, GreatSchools, Public School Review (2026).
Demographics: World Population Review (2026), Data USA, Census Reporter, Wikipedia.
Transit: NJ Transit Bus 166, Rome2Rio, Walk Score.
Data refreshed May 2026. Verify with a licensed agent before any real estate decision.
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