PASCACK VALLEY REAL ESTATE, HOMES & TOWN INFORMATION:
WOODCLIFF LAKE NEW JERSEY

Woodcliff Lake is located in the Pascack Valley at its highest point. It is a beautifully scenic borough, with lush woodlands, streams, secluded properties, and the jewel of Woodcliff Lake Reservoir at its center. As is true with other communities in Bergen County, Woodcliff Lake has a stellar public school system. The unique natural setting of this community has allowed it to maintain its rural atmosphere, with many of its residential and commercial structures hidden from view by the green wooded area surrounding the reservoir. It is one of the most desirable places imaginable to live, within easy driving/commuting distance to New York City, yet completely removed from the hustle and bustle of city life. The estimated population of Woodcliff Lake in July, 2004, was 5,886.

Jobs
The primary industries providing employment in Woodcliff Lake are; professional, scientific, management, and administrative services (20.7%), educational, health and social services (19.4%), and manufacturing (14.7%). Woodcliff Lake is the main business address for Par Pharmaceutical Companies, Inc., Chase Funding Inc., and Ingersoll Rand Co. Ltd. The average commute for Woodcliff Lake residents who are employed elsewhere is 31 minutes. 

Housing
The housing market in Woodcliff Lake has shifted significantly in recent years, with prices increasing regularly for properties in this community surrounding scenic Woodcliff Lake Reservoir. The price range for detached single family homes is between $500,000 and $2,800,000, with an average listings price of $1, 295,000. This small town is a very desirable and exclusive area in Bergen County, with the obvious added benefit of its beautiful lake setting. 

Parks/Sports/Recreation/Golf
Woodcliff Lake has two recreational areas/parks for the enjoyment of its residents. Wood Dale Park is a county park encompassing 55 acres in the eastern area of the borough. It has walking paths, tennis courts, a children’s playground and a large pond. There is also a Dog Park, where pets are welcome to run and play, and enjoy the company of other animals. 

A popular recreational area, particularly in the summer months, is The Old Mill Park. Its facilities include many athletic fields, lighted tennis courts, a large public swimming area, and three playgrounds.  

The Woodcliff Lake recreational department offers diverse programs such as pre-school day camps and summer camps, soccer camps, and tennis programs. 

Although there are not any courses in the Woodcliff Lake borough, golfers will find many beautiful places in the surrounding Bergen County communities to perfect their game. River Vale is less than 5 miles away, and has well-known public and private country clubs with scenic and challenging courses. 

Special Attractions/Events
The Bergen Museum of Art and Science is located in the nearby town of Paramus. It has wonderful interactive science exhibits, and hosts an annual Art Festival. The Bergen Performing Arts Center, in Englewood showcases the best in the performing arts, including performances by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra.

The Bergen County Zoological Park also located in Paramus, and open 365 days a year, is a popular regional destination for the young, and the young at heart. It is located in Van Saun County Park, and has a wonderful variety of wild and domestic animals living in natural habitats that have been recreated for each species. There are also many exotic birds and reptiles. The Zoo is a much-anticipated field trip many children who live in Bergen County. 

One event that Woodcliff Lake residents look forward to is the annual Woodcliff Lake Day. It is a well-attended event that has something for everyone, with games, rides, water sports, musical performers, and of course, food! 

Many of the pleasures around Woodcliff Lake have to do with water. Two beautiful lakes are less than a 10 minute drive from the borough, and the Hudson River is only 6 miles away, offering a variety of year-round recreational opportunities. 

Interesting Facts/Historic Buildings and Places

The Woodcliff Lake are has some historic buildings that date back to the 1700’s.
Wortendyke Barn is a colonial era Dutch barn that has been preserved as a Bergen County Historic Site. 

Although the borough of Woodcliff Lake was intensely developed during the last half of the 20th century, there are still many older historic buildings among the newer construction. 

Location
Woodcliff Lake is a borough located in the Pascack Valley area of Bergen County, New Jersey, in the New York metropolitan area.

Geography/Terrain
The total land area of Woodcliff Lake is 3.3 square miles, and it is at an elevation of 249 feet. Woodcliff Lake is also the name of the reservoir that is located within the boundaries of the town. It also extends to nearby Hillsdale. 

Distance to New York City
Woodcliff Lake is considered a bedroom community of New York City, and New York is 24 miles to the southwest. There are a number of small communities within 5 miles of Woodcliff Lake, including Park Ridge, Hillsdale, Montvale, Washington Township, Saddle River, Westwood, Ho-Ho-Kus, and River Vale.