Location

Palisades Park, NJ

A vibrant, walkable Bergen County borough with direct NYC access, a thriving Korean dining scene, and the convenience of suburban living minutes from the George Washington Bridge.

Walk Score

Very Walkable

Transit Score

Good Transit

5 mi

to Manhattan

Straight-Line

~5 min

to GW Bridge

Off-Peak Driving

Commute

How do you get to NYC from here?

Palisades Park offers multiple commute options to Manhattan. The most popular: take the NJ Transit bus from Bergen Blvd directly to the GWB Bus Station, then transfer to the subway for Midtown. Driving to the GWB takes just 5–10 minutes off-peak, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway provides a fast route south.

Bus to GWB

NJ Transit bus stops right on Bergen Blvd — walk from the building. Direct to the GWB Bus Station, then connect to the A train or 175th St subway.

Drive

5–10 minutes to the GWB in off-peak hours via local roads or the Palisades Interstate Parkway. One garage parking space is included with this unit.

Train (nearby)

For rail commuters, the NJ Transit rail line is accessible from nearby stations like Englewood or Fort Lee. Check schedules for Secaucus Junction transfers to Penn Station.

About the Area

A Diverse, Walkable Borough

Palisades Park is a compact, diverse borough in eastern Bergen County, covering just over 1 square mile with a population of roughly 20,000. It's known for its walkable streets, strong Korean-American community, and excellent access to New York City.

Broad Avenue is the commercial spine — a bustling strip of Korean restaurants, bakeries, grocery stores, and shops. The borough also offers several parks, including the namesake Palisades Park along the cliff edge with views of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline.

The Palisades Park Public School District serves local students, and the area is close to a range of Bergen County school options. The community is tight-knit, with active civic organizations and a convenient suburban-urban blend.

Fast Facts

Eastern Bergen County, NJ — ZIP 07650
~20,000 residents in ~1 square mile
Palisades Park Public School District
Parks, playgrounds, and cliff-edge views
Known for Korean dining and culture on Broad Ave

Nearby Towns

Fort LeeLeoniaEnglewoodTeaneckNorth BergenWest New YorkTenaflyCliffside Park

Dining

What are the best local restaurants?

Palisades Park is a destination for Korean cuisine in northern New Jersey. Broad Avenue and Grand Avenue are lined with restaurants, bakeries, and markets — here are some nearby favorites.

Korean BBQ