Historic Doremus House on Main Street in Hackensack, NJ

Bergen County, New Jersey

Hackensack, NJ Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Bergen County's county seat: a revitalizing Main Street, a major medical center, NJ Transit rail service and some of the county's most accessible prices.

$421KMedian sale price
73 daysMedian days on market
102%Sale-to-list price
NJ TransitPascack Valley Line

Living in Hackensack

A county seat on the rise

Hackensack is home to the Bergen County courthouse and government offices and to Hackensack University Medical Center, one of the region's largest hospitals. Downtown Main Street has seen new apartment buildings, restaurants and public spaces in recent years.

The city's housing includes condos, co-ops, two-family homes and single-family houses, which keeps its median price well below many Bergen towns, a strong option for first-time buyers and investors.

We help buyers compare Hackensack with nearby Teaneck, Paramus and River Edge, and help investors evaluate multi-family properties.

Homes for Sale

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Neighborhoods

Hackensack neighborhoods at a glance

Downtown & Main Street

New apartment buildings, condos and restaurants near the courthouse and Main Street.

Fairmount

Single-family homes on quiet streets in the north of the city.

Medical Center area

Condos and homes near Hackensack University Medical Center and Anderson Street station.

Prospect Avenue

High-rise co-ops and condos with views toward Manhattan.

Market Snapshot

The Hackensack market right now

Hackensack prices are rising, with homes selling slightly above asking on average.

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Median sale price$420,800+6.5% vs. last year
Median days on market735 days faster than last year
Sale-to-list price102.0%Homes selling above asking

Schools

Hackensack Public Schools

Hackensack Public Schools includes an early childhood center, four elementary schools, Hackensack Middle School and Hackensack High School.

  • Hackensack High SchoolGrades 9–12
  • Hackensack Middle SchoolMiddle school
  • Fairmount, Hillers, Jackson Avenue & Nellie K. ParkerElementary schools, Pre-K–4

Elementary assignments depend on the specific address. Always confirm with the district for a specific property.

Getting Around

Commute & transportation

  • NJ Transit Pascack Valley LineAnderson Street and Essex Street stations, with connections at Secaucus to New York Penn Station.
  • BusesNJ Transit buses to the Port Authority in Manhattan.
  • Major highwaysRoute 4, Route 17, I-80 and the Garden State Parkway.
  • AirportsNewark Liberty is typically 25–35 minutes away.

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Hackensack FAQ

Questions buyers and sellers ask

What do homes cost in Hackensack?

In September 2026 the median sale price in Hackensack was about $421,000, up about 6.5% from a year earlier. Many sales are condos and co-ops; single-family homes typically sell for more.

Does Hackensack have train service?

Yes. NJ Transit's Pascack Valley Line stops at Anderson Street and Essex Street, with connections at Secaucus Junction to New York Penn Station.

Is Hackensack good for investors?

Hackensack has many two-family homes and a strong rental market, partly due to the medical center and county offices. We can help evaluate rents and expenses.

What schools serve Hackensack?

Hackensack Public Schools, including four elementary schools, Hackensack Middle School and Hackensack High School.

What is my Hackensack home worth?

Request a free valuation and we'll prepare a pricing analysis based on recent comparable sales in Hackensack, usually within one business day.