Discover the Neighborhoods of Hasbrouck Heights

Hasbrouck Heights is a compact Bergen County borough of about 1.53 square miles and 12,125 residents (2020 Census), bordered by Hackensack, Lodi, Moonachie, Teterboro and Wood-Ridge. It sits on higher ground above the Meadowlands, about 10 miles from Midtown Manhattan, with Route 17 and Route 46 running through town. If you are thinking about buying here, this guide covers how the borough is laid out, what the homes are like, where to eat and play, how you get to work, and the practical items to check first.

A Little Hasbrouck Heights History

In the mid-1800s the area was known as Corona. In 1889 it was renamed Hasbrouck for Jacob Dillon Hasbrouck, general manager of the New Jersey and New York Railroad, and "Heights" was added to avoid confusion with a community in upstate New York. The borough was incorporated on August 2, 1894, from parts of Lodi Township. A marker on Williams Avenue recalls the Revolutionary War retreat that passed through the area after the fighting in Hackensack.

How the Borough Is Laid Out

Hasbrouck Heights does not have officially named neighborhoods. The borough is small enough that most people describe where they live by street or landmark, so here is how I break it down for buyers.

The Boulevard and the Circle

The Boulevard is the main street, running through the middle of town with shops, restaurants, the Municipal Building at 320 Boulevard and Hasbrouck Heights High School at 365 Boulevard. The Circle, where the Boulevard meets Passaic Avenue, marks the end of the business district and is home to the Firemen's Memorial and a 9/11 memorial. Homes on the streets off the Boulevard put you within walking distance of coffee, dinner and errands.

Washington Place and the Older Streets

Washington Place is known for its historic Victorian homes. More than a fifth of the borough's housing was built before 1940, so the blocks nearest the Boulevard and the older parts of town are where you are most likely to find Victorians, colonials and other pre-war homes with front porches.

Around Woodland Park

The streets around Woodland Park, at 2 Cleveland Avenue, are a mostly residential part of town. The park has a shaded playground, a large gazebo, picnic tables, walking paths and a big open field.

The Route 17 and Route 46 Edges

Route 17 runs along one side of the borough and Route 46 crosses it, with the Teterboro rail station near the Route 46 ramps. Homes closer to these roads trade a little traffic noise for faster highway and train access. Teterboro Airport also borders the borough on the east, so if a home is on that side of town, visit at different times of day to hear what the flight activity is like for you.

Housing Stock: What the Homes Are Like

Census estimates (ACS 2024 five-year) count 4,597 housing units in Hasbrouck Heights, with a median year built of 1955.

• Era: about 21% of homes were built in 1939 or earlier, 12% in the 1940s and 34% in the 1950s, the borough's biggest building decade. Only about 9% were built after 1980, so most of the stock is pre-1970.
• Type: about 65% are single-family detached homes, and about 12.6% are in two-unit buildings. There are also apartment buildings and garden-style complexes.
• Ownership: about 68% of occupied homes are owner-occupied.

For buyers, that means a lot of post-war Cape Cods, colonials and ranches, pre-war homes near the center, and a real two-family market if you want rental income from the second unit. With homes this age, a careful inspection of the roof, electrical, heating and sewer line is money well spent.

Parks and Recreation

• Woodland Park (2 Cleveland Avenue): playground, gazebo, picnic tables, walking paths and an open field.
• Depken Field (Franklin Avenue and Oldfield Avenue): the borough's sports complex, with the high school football field, a running track with fitness stations, three baseball fields, the town pool (membership required) and a fenced playground.
• Miers Park (232 Pasadena Avenue): a small park with a playground, basketball court and paths, where the borough runs pickleball.

Dining on the Boulevard

The Boulevard is where Hasbrouck Heights eats. A few local spots:

• The Risotto House, 203 Boulevard, Italian and BYOB.
• Heights Bar and Grill, 163 Boulevard.
• Himalaya on Heights, 313 Boulevard, Nepali cuisine.
• Two Ladies Bakery North, 446 Boulevard, European pastries.
• KTB Coffee Shop and Lounge, 183 Boulevard.

A local landmark to watch: the 1947 Bendix Diner in the Route 17 median closed in January 2025, and new owners who bought it in late 2024 have announced plans to restore it. For more places to eat, see my Hasbrouck Heights restaurant guide.

Getting Around

• Roads: Route 17 and U.S. Route 46 pass through the borough. Interstate 80 is reached via Route 17 in neighboring Hackensack.
• Bus to Manhattan: NJ Transit routes 161, 163 and 164 run to the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Route 76 runs to Newark and Hackensack, and routes 709 and 780 provide local service.
• Train: Teterboro station on the Pascack Valley Line is on Green Street at the borough's edge, with Wood-Ridge station the next stop toward Hoboken. Full weekend service on the line started in November 2020.

Practical Notes for Buyers

Property Taxes

For 2025 the New Jersey Division of Taxation lists Hasbrouck Heights' general tax rate at 2.657 and its effective tax rate at 2.354 per $100 of assessed value. The state's 2025 figures put the average residential tax bill at $13,833 on an average assessment of $520,629. Always check the current bill on the specific home you are considering.

Flood Zones

Even on higher ground, check the exact address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center before you make an offer.

Two-Family Homes

If you are looking at a two-family, confirm the legal unit count with the borough, and we will review the leases, rent history and certificate of occupancy requirements before you commit.

School District

The borough is served by the Hasbrouck Heights School District, pre-K through grade 12. You can review its schools and programs on the district's website.

Ready to Look at Hasbrouck Heights?

Hasbrouck Heights packs a walkable main street, pre-war and post-war homes, a real two-family market and a bus ride to Manhattan into about a square and a half mile. I am Dennis Mark Interdonato with Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living, and I would be glad to help you compare streets, pull recent sales and check the tax and flood details on any home you like. Contact me here, and read my guide to moving to Hasbrouck Heights for more.