Ridgefield, NJ
A small Bergen County borough of ~11,800 residents at the heart of NJ's Korean corridor — ~3 miles from the GWB, with single-family appreciation outpacing the broader county and a deep Korean dining/retail scene along Bergen Boulevard.
Avg Sale (Recent Month)
$985K
+16.6% YoY (Redfin 2026)
Zillow ZHVI 07657
$646K
Mixed SF + condo stock
Drive to GWB
~3 miles
~10-15 min off-peak
Korean / Asian
~25%
22-26% total Asian
Community Overview
Ridgefield is a small Bergen County borough of approximately 11,770 residents — distinct from Ridgefield Park (a different town). Median household income is $118,059 (2024 ACS), median age 41.4. The borough sits about 3 miles from the George Washington Bridge with a mix of single-family detached homes, 2-4 family stock, and a condo-heavy upper section (Ridgefield Heights).
Ridgefield is at the heart of New Jersey's broader Korean corridor — historically ~25% Korean ancestry, with total Asian-American share 22-26.3%. The community sits alongside a substantial Hispanic population (35.2% Hispanic, 32.5% non-Hispanic White), making the borough one of Bergen's more internationally diverse small communities. Korean churches, bakeries, BBQ restaurants, and academic services concentrate along the Bergen Boulevard commercial corridor.
The 2026 market shows clear bifurcation: single-family detached has reaccelerated (avg sale $985K, +16.6% YoY in early 2026), while attached/condo product has cooled — Ridgefield Heights condo median is $750K (-16.7% YoY). Days on market: ~84 days steady. Bergen County overall is +1.7% YoY at $760K median; Ridgefield's single-family is outperforming the county on the high end while condos lag.
Education
Reported honestly: Ridgefield Public Schools serve K-12 across three campuses. Bergen Boulevard School (K-4): GreatSchools 6/10, ~178 students. Slocum-Skewes School (3-9): GreatSchools 7/10, ~690 students; above NJ average. Ridgefield Memorial HS (9-12): GreatSchools 5/10, Niche B+ Academics, #189 NJ public HS, 539 students; state proficiency math ~30-34% / ELA 55-59%. Mid-tier ratings among Bergen districts.
Bergen Boulevard School (K-4)
GreatSchools 6/10. ~178 students. 8:1 ratio.
Slocum-Skewes School (3-9)
GreatSchools 7/10. ~690 students. Above NJ avg.
Ridgefield Memorial HS
GreatSchools 5/10, Niche B+. 539 students. #189 NJ public HS.
Korean / Asian Support
ESL infrastructure given the international student base.
Transportation & Commute
Ridgefield is ~18 miles to NYC; ~3 miles to the George Washington Bridge. Driving to GWB takes ~10-15 minutes off-peak; Lincoln Tunnel ~20-30 minutes via NJ-495/Turnpike. NJ Transit Bus 165, 166, 168 reach Port Authority Bus Terminal; Routes 127 and 83 also serve the area. Vince Lombardi Park & Ride (Turnpike Exit 16, in Ridgefield) offers 1,000 spaces with bus to PABT for ~$9.75/day.
Drive to GWB
10-15 min
Distance to GWB
~3 miles
Distance to NYC
~18 miles
Demographics & Community
Ridgefield has one of Bergen County's most significant Korean-American communities — historically ~25% Korean ancestry, with total Asian-American share 22-26.3%. The community sits alongside a substantial Hispanic population (35.2%), making the borough internationally diverse despite its small size. Median household income $118,059, median age 41.4.
Population (2026 est.)
~11,770
Median Income
$118,059
Median Age
41.4
Hispanic / White / Asian
35/33/22-26%
Korean ancestry
~25%
65+
15.8%
Dining & Lifestyle
Bergen Boulevard is Ridgefield's commercial spine — a mix of Korean BBQ, bakeries, and groceries reflecting the borough's significant Korean-American population, alongside Italian-American institutions like Tutto A Modo Mio (482 Bergen Boulevard, Southern Italian/seafood). The borough connects easily to the Edgewater waterfront (Mitsuwa Marketplace, Whole Foods, riverside dining), the Palisades Park / Fort Lee Korean dining scene, and Overpeck County Park for nature/recreation.
Tutto A Modo Mio
Southern Italian / seafood (482 Bergen Blvd)
Korean BBQ cluster
Bergen Boulevard authentic Korean grill spots
Korean bakeries
Pastries, breads, traditional Korean baked goods
Italian-American
Pizzerias and trattoria-style spots
Edgewater waterfront (nearby)
Mitsuwa Marketplace, Whole Foods, riverside dining
Palisades Park / Fort Lee Korean
Extended Korean dining accessible by short drive
2026 Market Insights
Ridgefield's 2026 market is sharply bifurcated. Single-family detached has reaccelerated in early 2026 — average sale $985K (+16.6% YoY), with median price/sqft $363 (+1.5%). Attached and condo product has cooled meaningfully: Ridgefield Heights, the borough's condo-heavy sub-market, was down 16.7% YoY to a $750K median. This split is visible across Bergen's broader Korean corridor (Ridgefield, Palisades Park, Cliffside Park) — investors and end-users price condos and SFRs differently.
Inventory remains tight (~77 active in 07657) with steady ~84-day DOM. Bergen County overall median is $760K (+1.7% YoY) — Ridgefield's single-family outperforms the county. Demand drivers: short GWB commute (~3 miles), Korean-American community amenities along Bergen Blvd, entry-luxury price points relative to Fort Lee/Edgewater. Zillow ZHVI for 07657 is $646,200 — covering the broader stock including condos.
Real Estate Snapshot
Source: Redfin (2026), Zillow ZHVI 07657 (2026)
Neighborhoods
Bergen Boulevard corridor (central)
Mixed-use; 2-4 family homes and condos commonly $500K-$900K.
$500K – $900K
Ridgefield Heights (north)
Condo-heavy upper section — recent median ~$750K with broader range.
$600K – $1M
South Ridgefield (single-family)
Detached homes $800K-$1.5M — occasional new construction over $1.5M.
$800K – $1.5M+
Borders & adjacencies
Borders Cliffside Park (south), Fort Lee (northeast), Palisades Park (south); easy access to Edgewater waterfront.
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Quick Profile
Points of Interest
Bergen Boulevard corridor
DowntownBorough's main commercial spine — mix of Korean BBQ, bakeries, Italian, pharmacies, and small retail.
Veterans Memorial Park
ParkBorough flagship park — playgrounds, fields, community events.
Vince Lombardi Park & Ride
TransitTurnpike Exit 16 in Ridgefield — 1,000 spaces, ~$9.75/day including bus to Port Authority. Major regional transit hub.
Tutto A Modo Mio
DiningSouthern Italian / seafood institution at 482 Bergen Boulevard — long-running local favorite.
Overpeck County Park (nearby)
RecreationAdjacent Bergen County destination — trails, athletic fields, dog park, environmental center.
Korean dining cluster
CulturalKorean BBQ, bakeries, and groceries reflecting the borough's significant Korean-American population.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Ridgefield in 2026?
Redfin's recent median city sale price was $995,000 (Oct 2025), with an average sale of $985K (+16.6% YoY). Median price/sqft: $363 (+1.5%). Zillow's home value index for ZIP 07657 is $646,200 — covering all home types including condos. The two figures diverge because Ridgefield mixes single-family (skewing higher) with condos/co-ops/multi-family. Single-family detached has reaccelerated in early 2026 (+16.6% YoY); attached/condo product is cooler.
How are Ridgefield schools rated?
Bergen Boulevard School (K-4): GreatSchools 6/10, ~178 students. Slocum-Skewes School (3-9): GreatSchools 7/10, ~690 students; above NJ avg. Ridgefield Memorial HS (9-12): GreatSchools 5/10, Niche B+ Academics, #189 NJ public HS, 539 students. State proficiency: math ~30-34% (vs. NJ ~38%); ELA 55-59% (vs. NJ ~49%). Reported honestly: ratings are mid-tier among Bergen districts.
How long is the commute from Ridgefield to Manhattan?
Ridgefield is ~18 miles to NYC; ~3 miles to the George Washington Bridge. Driving to GWB takes ~10-15 minutes off-peak; Lincoln Tunnel ~20-30 minutes via NJ-495/Turnpike. NJ Transit Bus 165, 166, 168 reach Port Authority Bus Terminal; Routes 127, 83 also serve the area. Many commuters use the Lincoln Tunnel XBL express bus lane during AM rush. Vince Lombardi Park & Ride sits in the borough.
What is the Korean-American community like in Ridgefield?
Ridgefield is one of Bergen County's significant Korean-American communities — historically ~25% Korean ancestry, with total Asian-American share 22-26%. Korean restaurants, bakeries, churches, and academic institutions concentrate along Bergen Boulevard, alongside the borough's substantial Hispanic population (35.2%). The community sits at the heart of Bergen's broader 'Korean corridor' that includes Palisades Park, Fort Lee, and Cliffside Park.
What is the demographic profile of Ridgefield?
Ridgefield has approximately 11,770 residents (2026 estimate). Median household income $118,059 (2024), median age 41.4. Race/ethnicity: 35.2% Hispanic, 32.5% White (non-Hispanic), 22-26.3% Asian (with Korean Americans historically ~25%). Bachelor's degree or higher: above NJ state average. The combination makes Ridgefield one of Bergen's more internationally diverse small communities.
What is the 2026 Ridgefield outlook?
Single-family detached has reaccelerated in early 2026 (+16.6% YoY avg sale), while attached/condo product has cooled — a divergence visible across Bergen's Korean corridor (Ridgefield, Palisades Park, Cliffside Park). Inventory remains tight (~77 active in 07657) but DOM steady at ~84 days. Bergen County overall was +1.7% YoY at $760K median, suggesting Ridgefield's single-family is outperforming the county on the high end. Demand drivers: short GWB commute, Korean-American community amenities along Bergen Blvd, entry-luxury price points relative to Fort Lee/Edgewater.
Data Sources & References
Real Estate: Redfin Ridgefield (2026), Redfin 07657, Zillow ZHVI 07657 (Apr 2026), Redfin Ridgefield Heights neighborhood data.
Schools: Niche Ridgefield Memorial HS, GreatSchools, Public School Review.
Demographics: Data USA, World Population Review (2026), NJ Demographics.
Transit: NJ Transit, PANYNJ Vince Lombardi Park & Ride, Walk Score.
Data refreshed May 2026. Verify with a licensed agent before any real estate decision.