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Upper Saddle River

Upper Saddle River has a semi-rural character with captivating natural beauty.

Welcome to Upper Saddle River

Sprawling community offering upscale country living
 
Upper Saddle River is a sprawling Bergen County community offering upscale country living in a quiet peaceful setting. Upper Saddle River has a semi-rural character with captivating natural beauty just 25 miles northwest of Manhattan. This community consisted entirely of rural orchards, farmland, and historic sawmills until the 1950s. All properties are required to have lot sizes of at least an acre and many homes are modern constructions. The real estate mix includes homes in attractive planned communities such as East Hill and Anona Lake. Popular housing styles include Colonials, contemporary farmhouses, and Hamptons-style cottages with elegant gables and cedar shingles.
 

What to Love

  • Large contemporary homes 
  • Parks and outdoor space 
  • Excellent public schools 
  • Community events 

People and Lifestyle

Upper Saddle River is a quiet country retreat within easy reach of New York City. Many local residents commute into Manhattan for work, including C-level executives, finance sector workers, and those employed in the publishing industry. There are also a number of retired and active sports stars and Olympians. Community events throughout the year give Upper Saddle River a strong sense of neighborliness.
 

Dining, Entertainment and Shopping

Upper Saddle River is a bucolic community with little in the way of commercial development. Elmer’s Country Store is the main place to pick up essentials along with tasty lunch eats. Elmer’s is a combination gas station, convenience store, and deli. Their ready-to-eat menu includes delicious Boar’s Head deli sandwiches and hot homemade Spanish-style fare such as burritos, enchiladas, flautas, and tacos.
 
Upper Saddle River Library serves as a social hub with many special programs and community events. Activities at the library include cooking and DIY classes, bridge and go games, books clubs, quizzes, concerts, and baking contests. 
 
Upper Saddle River is immediately north of the community of Saddle River, which offers refined dining in an original 1790s barn at The Saddle River Inn and health-focused seasonal eats at The Saddle River Café.​​​​​​​
 

​​​​​​Things to Do

Upper Saddle River offers lots of outdoor recreation space. Lions Park has sports fields, walking paths, and a children’s playground. The annual Oktoberfest at Lions Park is a family-friendly festival with live music, hayrides, scarecrow contests, scavenger hunts, and vendors selling beer, wine, and food. There are also athletic fields and a playground at Hess Parkas well as gazebos, swing benches, and a pond at Liberty Pond Park.
 
Hopper-Goetschius House was built in 1739 and has served as a museum and the home of the Upper Saddle River Historical Society since the 1970s. The Historical Society organizes many events at the Hopper-Goetschius House Museum throughout the year. October’s Harvest Festival features cider pressing and open-hearth cooking demonstrations, a chili cook-off, pony rides, and a petting zoo. There’s also a Spring Art Show in May and Holiday Celebration in December.
 
The annual Strawberry Festival at Bergen Highlands Methodist Church in June features hand-picked strawberries and delicious strawberry cheesecakes as well as a silent auction and other snacks and beverages.
 
The Gravity Vault is an indoor rock climbing gym with diverse set-ups suitable for both novice and experienced climbers.
 

​​​​​​Schools​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Upper Saddle River is served by the Upper Saddle River School District at the elementary and middle school level, with the Northern Highlands Regional School District covering the high school level.
 
  • Robert D. Reynolds Elementary School, K-2
  • Edith A. Bogert Elementary School, Public, 3-5
  • Emil A. Cavallini Middle School, Public, 6-8
  • Northern Highlands Regional High School, Public, 9-12
  • Saddle River Day School, Private, PK-12 (Top-Rated Private School)
 

Property

For Sale
MLS® 25007250
Courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate Group-Paramus

$4,199,995

8 Orchard, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
6 Beds 7.5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 24020178
Courtesy of Terrie O'Connor Realtors-Allendale

$3,700,000

70 Oak Drive, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
6 Beds 7.5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 25010283
Courtesy of RE/MAX SELECT - Pine Brook

$3,499,000

27 Applewood Drive, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
6 Beds 6.5 Baths
Active Under Contract
MLS® 25001463
Courtesy of Keller Williams Village Square Realty

$3,250,000

9 Holly Drive, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
5 Beds 6.5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 25013140
Courtesy of DeFino & Company

$3,000,000

22 Pembroke Trail, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
5 Beds 5.5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 25008938
Courtesy of Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty-Saddle River

$2,995,000

32 Hampshire Hill Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
6 Beds 8.5 Baths
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Overview for Upper Saddle River, NJ

8,352 people live in Upper Saddle River, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $102,675. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,352

Total Population

42.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$102,675

Average individual Income

Around Upper Saddle River, NJ

There's plenty to do around Upper Saddle River, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

13
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
18
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Indian Rock Yoga, Gorilla Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, and JOA Nails.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Indian Rock Yoga Logo
Active 4.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Gorilla Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy Logo
Active 2.64 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
JOA Nails Logo
Beauty 2.75 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Fringe Salon Logo
Beauty 4.42 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Upper Saddle River, NJ

Population Households Employment

Upper Saddle River has 2,659 households, with an average household size of 3.14. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Upper Saddle River do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,352 people call Upper Saddle River home. The population density is 1,589.99 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,352

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.1

Median Age

52.61 / 47.39%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,659

Total Households

3.14

Average Household Size

$102,675

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Upper Saddle River, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Upper Saddle River. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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