Why West New York, NJ?
West New York is a town of 53,000 residents perched on the Hudson Palisades in Hudson County with what many consider the best view of Manhattan from anywhere in New Jersey. Despite its name, it is not in New York. It sits directly across the Hudson River from Midtown Manhattan, and a 16 minute bus ride delivers you to the Port Authority Bus Terminal while the Port Imperial ferry in neighboring Weehawken crosses in just 8 minutes. Founded in 1898, the town shares Union City's embroidery industry heritage and Latin American cultural identity, with 75.9% of residents identifying as Hispanic and 60.1% born outside the United States. Boulevard East runs along the Palisades crest with panoramic views of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the entire Manhattan skyline. With a Walk Score of 96, a median home price of $585,000 appreciating at 16% year over year, and 211 restaurants within walking distance, West New York is one of the most dynamic waterfront communities in the New York metro area.
West New York Real Estate Market in 2026
The West New York real estate market is appreciating rapidly at 16% year over year, driven by Manhattan workers discovering the skyline views and transit access at a fraction of Hoboken's prices. The median home price stands at $585,000 with an average of $398 per square foot. Homes sell in an average of 43 days. Annual property taxes average $8,212. The rental market dominates at 77% of occupied housing, with one bedroom apartments averaging $2,752 per month. Active inventory stands at approximately 129 listings. The town's extreme density of 52,360 people per square mile and Walk Score of 96 make it one of the most urban communities in the United States, with 211 restaurants, bars, and coffee shops reachable on foot.
Best Neighborhoods in West New York
10 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and price range
Boulevard East (Palisades Crest)
$650,000 to $900,000Premium addresses along the crest of the Hudson Palisades with unobstructed panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, and George Washington Bridge. Luxury condos and co ops in newer high rise buildings. Walking paths, benches, and pocket parks line the scenic road. The most exclusive real estate in West New York.
Riverwalk Place (Waterfront)
$600,000 to $850,000Modern waterfront development at the base of the Palisades with direct Hudson River access. Home to Son Cubano, the premier waterfront restaurant with 1950s Cuban nightclub ambiance and outdoor Manhattan views. Part of the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway system stretching 18.5 miles.
Northern Bergenline (58th to 65th)
$500,000 to $650,000The northern extension of Bergenline Avenue continuing from Union City with Latin restaurants, bakeries, and specialty shops. Mix of pre war and mid century apartment buildings. Walking distance to James J. Braddock Park's 167 acres.
Central Bergenline (50th to 58th)
$480,000 to $620,000The heart of West New York's commercial district along Bergenline Avenue. Dense, walkable, and vibrant with Colombian, Peruvian, and Cuban restaurants at street level. Strong foot traffic and neighborhood identity. The spine of daily life in West New York.
Woodcliff Area
$550,000 to $700,000Western neighborhood adjacent to James J. Braddock Park's Woodcliff Lake, a 16 acre lake with a natural wildlife sanctuary on its island. Tree lined streets with a more suburban feel than the Bergenline corridor. Access to 8 miles of walking trails.
Park Avenue Corridor
$450,000 to $580,000Residential corridor running parallel to Bergenline with a quieter feel. Mix of apartment buildings and two family homes. More affordable than Boulevard East or the waterfront while still within walking distance of all amenities.
JFK Boulevard
$480,000 to $620,000Major cross street connecting Bergenline Avenue to Boulevard East. Mix of commercial and residential with newer construction. Views open up toward Manhattan as you move east toward the Palisades edge.
Southern Section (Guttenberg Border)
$520,000 to $680,000Border area with the town of Guttenberg along the southern edge. Access to the Guttenberg and North Bergen Waterfront Park on the Hudson River. Quieter than central Bergenline with proximity to waterfront recreation.
Union City Border (48th to 52nd)
$450,000 to $580,000Transitional zone where West New York meets Union City. Bergenline Avenue continues seamlessly between the two towns. The most affordable area in West New York with the same commercial density and transit access as the higher priced sections.
Fairview Border (West)
$480,000 to $600,000Western edge bordering Fairview with slightly more residential character and less commercial density than Bergenline. Access to Route 5 and the Palisades Interstate Parkway for drivers heading north to the George Washington Bridge or Bear Mountain.
Commuting from West New York to NYC
Source: NJ Transit schedules, June 2026. Peak hour commute times.
Walkability and Livability in West New York
How easy is it to live car-free or car-light in West New York?
West New York Schools and Ratings
West New York School District serves 8,059 students across 8 schools and has been designated a High Performing School District by the New Jersey Department of Education. Memorial High School enrolls 2,345 students with a STEAM Academy, Gifted and Talented program, and AP courses. The district has broken ground on a new middle school facility. The student body is 94.4% Hispanic with strong bilingual education programs. Premier School Scores are calculated from real NJSLA 2024 to 2025 test data published by the New Jersey Department of Education.
Source: NCES CCD 2023 to 2024, NJDOE NJSLA 2024 to 2025
Public School Number Two
Harry L Bain
Robert Menendez Elementary School
West New York Middle School
Albio Sires Elementary School
Public School Number Five
Public School Number One
Memorial High School
West New York vs Neighboring Towns: Cost Comparison
| City | Median Price | Tax Rate | Annual Tax | NYC Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West New York | $585,000 | 1.4% | $8,212 | 16 min |
| Union City | $461,000 | 0.52% | $2,420 | 15 min |
| North Bergen | $500,000 | 1.57% | $7,874 | 25 min |
| Guttenberg | $400,000 | 1.75% | $7,000 | 20 min |
Where to Eat in West New York
Cuban (Bergenline Avenue and Waterfront)
Son Cubano at 40 Riverwalk Place is the premier waterfront restaurant with 1950s Cuban nightclub ambiance, live music, Manhattan skyline views, and dishes like Ropa Vieja Short Rib and Filet Mignon Medallions. Open until 2 AM on weekends. Centro Latino at 6217 Bergenline Avenue serves Ropa Vieja, braised short ribs, seafood paella, and Cuban sandwiches. Dos Amigos at 5300 Bergenline has served the same menu for 30 years, known for Pan Con Bistec and Batido de Guanabana.
Colombian (Bergenline Avenue)
Noches de Colombia at 6407 Bergenline Avenue serves Chicharron (fried pork belly), Cholado (ice cream with fruit), Pan de Bono (cheese bread), and grilled steak. One of the most recognized Colombian restaurant brands in New Jersey with reservations and delivery available.
Peruvian (Bergenline Avenue)
Locura Marina at 6317 Bergenline Avenue specializes in ceviche and fresh seafood. Sabor Peruano at 5119 Bergenline serves authentic Peruvian cuisine until 2 AM. Arriba Peru at 5218 Bergenline rounds out a strong Peruvian corridor making West New York one of the best towns for Peruvian food in the state.
Dominican (Bergenline Avenue)
Sabor Dominicano at 3901 Bergenline operates 24 hours a day serving Sancocho, Pernil, Chicharron, Chimichurri, and Mofongo around the clock. The only all night Dominican restaurant in the area, reflecting the strong late night dining culture of Hudson County's Latin communities.
Parks and Recreation in West New York
James J. Braddock Park
167 acres established in 1910 and renamed to honor heavyweight boxing champion James J. Braddock, the Cinderella Man who held the title from 1935 to 1937. Features a 16 acre Woodcliff Lake with a natural wildlife sanctuary on its island, 8 miles of walking trails, 21 tennis courts, 3 basketball courts, 3 bocce courts, 3 football fields, 6 volleyball courts, handball courts, and a little league field. One of the largest parks in Hudson County.
Boulevard East Palisades Overlook
Scenic road running along the crest of the Hudson Palisades through West New York, Weehawken, and Guttenberg with panoramic Manhattan skyline views. Small parks and overlooks including Old Glory Park and Donnelly Memorial Park dot the eastern edge. Walking paths, benches, and photo stops overlooking the Hudson River, Empire State Building, and One World Trade Center.
Miller Stadium and Park
Historic civic venue opened as public playgrounds on July 4, 1914, and developed into a reinforced concrete stadium in 1930 honoring former Mayor Richard J. Miller. Hosted the 1923 world light heavyweight boxing title fight and a 1931 semi pro baseball series featuring Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. Bruce Springsteen filmed the Glory Days music video here in 1985. Recently expanded with a splash park, dog park, mini soccer field, and community garden.
West New York Recreation Center (Planned)
$35 million recreation and middle school development featuring an indoor pool, multi purpose court, indoor soccer field, pickleball courts, and 400 parking spaces. Part of the town's investment in modern community facilities to serve the dense population.
New Development and Growth in West New York
Boulevard East Luxury Development
Multiple luxury condominium and rental projects along Boulevard East capitalizing on the Manhattan skyline views. Units in newer buildings start from $600,000 for one bedrooms with floor to ceiling windows facing the Hudson River. West New York's waterfront is attracting buyers priced out of Hoboken and Weehawken.
$35 Million Recreation Center and Middle School
Combined recreation and education facility with indoor pool, multi purpose court, indoor soccer field, pickleball courts, and 400 parking spaces. The largest municipal investment in West New York's recent history, addressing the need for modern recreation in the densely populated town.
Bergenline Avenue Streetscape
Ongoing improvements to the Bergenline Avenue commercial corridor including new sidewalks, ADA accessibility upgrades, decorative lighting, and storefront improvement programs. Part of a broader effort to maintain Bergenline as one of the premier Latin American shopping corridors in the Northeast.
New Middle School Facility
Groundbreaking for a new middle school building to accommodate the district's 8,059 students. Part of the West New York School District's capital improvement plan to modernize facilities across the High Performing district.
Hudson River Waterfront Walkway Extension
West New York's section of the 18.5 mile Hudson River Waterfront Walkway connecting Bayonne to the George Washington Bridge. The walkway provides public waterfront access along the base of the Palisades with views of Manhattan and links to the Port Imperial ferry terminal in Weehawken.
History of West New York, NJ
Incorporated on July 8, 1898, replacing Union Township. The name West New York refers to its position west of New York City across the Hudson River, despite being entirely in New Jersey.
Like neighboring Union City, West New York was a center of the embroidery and textile industry in the early 1900s, with German, Swiss, and Austrian immigrants operating Schiffli lace making machines.
Cuban exiles fleeing the Castro revolution settled in West New York alongside Union City in the 1960s, extending the Havana on the Hudson cultural corridor along Bergenline Avenue northward.
James J. Braddock, the heavyweight boxing champion known as the Cinderella Man who defeated Max Baer in 1935, lived in West New York and the 167 acre park was renamed in his honor.
Miller Stadium hosted a 1931 semi professional baseball series featuring Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, and Bruce Springsteen filmed his Glory Days music video there in 1985.
With 60.1% of residents born outside the United States, West New York has the highest foreign born population of any city in this guide, representing communities from Cuba, Colombia, Peru, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and Mexico.
Boulevard East has become one of the most photographed locations in New Jersey, with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline that have appeared in countless films, television shows, and photography collections.
Safety in West New York
West New York benefits from its extreme walkability and density, which keeps streets active and populated around the clock. The town's 24 hour dining culture and commercial activity on Bergenline Avenue create natural surveillance throughout the day and night. The police department coordinates with Hudson County law enforcement and maintains visibility along the major corridors. The Boulevard East and Woodcliff areas near Braddock Park are among the safest in the town. The Riverwalk waterfront area benefits from modern security infrastructure associated with the newer residential developments.
Notable Residents
Annual Events and Festivals
Recently Sold Homes in West New York, NJ
Public record data from NJ Division of Taxation SR1A filings.
| Address | Sale Price | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 6045 BLVD EAST APT 9D | $270,000 | 260615 |
| 6031 TYLER PL | $750,000 | 260615 |
| 6107 PARK AVE | $330,000 | 260601 |
| 5711 JEFFERSON ST | $420,000 | 260528 |
| 6107A PALISADE AVE | $801,000 | 260526 |
| 6414 PARK AVE | $200,000 | 260519 |
| 326 60TH ST APT 4 | $200,000 | 260519 |
| 5300 BERGENLINE AVE | $9,500,000 | 260515 |
| 6050 BLVD EAST APT 4F | $347,500 | 260511 |
| 216 53RD ST | $742,000 | 260423 |
| 6307 DEWEY AVE | $290,000 | 260413 |
| 6034 PARK AVE | $815,000 | 260409 |
Source: NJ Division of Taxation, SR1A 2024-2026.
Frequently Asked Questions About West New York, NJ
What is the median home price in West New York, NJ?
The median home price is $585,000 as of 2026, with 16.0% year-over-year appreciation. Average $398/sqft, selling in 43 days.
How long is the commute from West New York to NYC?
16 minutes via NJ Transit from NJ Transit Bus 128 to Port Authority on the NJ Transit Bus 128 + Port Imperial Ferry. Direct service, no transfers.
What are property taxes in West New York, NJ?
Tax rate is 1.4%. Average homeowner pays $8,212/year. At the median price of $585,000, expect about $8,190/year.
What are the best neighborhoods in West New York?
Boulevard East (Palisades Crest) ($650,000 to $900,000). Riverwalk Place (Waterfront) ($600,000 to $850,000). Northern Bergenline (58th to 65th) ($500,000 to $650,000). Central Bergenline (50th to 58th) ($480,000 to $620,000). Woodcliff Area ($550,000 to $700,000). See the full guide above for all 10 neighborhoods.
Is West New York safe?
West New York benefits from its extreme walkability and density, which keeps streets active and populated around the clock. The town's 24 hour dining culture and commercial activity on Bergenline Avenue create natural surveillance throughout the day and night. The police department coordinates with Hudson County law enforcement and maintains visibility along the major corridors. The Boulevard East and Woodcliff areas near Braddock Park are among the safest in the town. The Riverwalk waterfront area benefits from modern security infrastructure associated with the newer residential developments.
How walkable is West New York, NJ?
Walk Score of 96, rated "Walker's Paradise." Median income $71,729, median age 37.2. 77% renter-occupied.
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