Ridgewood is an incredible place to settle down and raise a family. For starters, the schools system is excellent. Residents who own Ridgewood homes take great pride in their school system. Ridgewood's public schools are highly ranked, well-staffed, well-equipped and offer special programs for the gifted, those with special needs, and adults who wish to further their education. Ridgewood High School was ranked #24 out of 316 New Jersey high schools in NJ Monthly Magazine's 2007 rankings.

Looking for Ridgewood property? Ridgewood is a village full of pleasant neighborhoods and beautiful homes, from reasonably priced Cape Cod homes to spectacular new construction to charming old Victorians. Ridgewood is filled with happy, friendly people enjoying the good life offered by this beautiful area -- an area that's a delightful mix of old and new. Ridgewood real estate is just a quick 15 mile drive, short train ride, or bus ride from New York City and its world class amenities and vibrant job market.

Dining out in Ridgewood is an amazing experience, with scores of restaurants featuring everything from the most casual atmosphere to elegant candlelight dining, and everything in between. Ridgewood is the dining and cultural hub of Bergen County.

The shopping in and around Ridgewood is fabulous. From the many fine stores in the area's shopping malls to the quaint shops and high-end boutiques in Ridgewood's famed downtown area, you'll find everything you need, including the illustrious Ridgewood Country Club and more.

For recreation, a dozen public and private golf courses are within a very short drive of Ridgewood. Tennis is popular with our residents and the many area parks offer year round organized sports for our children.

There are many lakes and rivers within minutes of Ridgewood, and the Atlantic Ocean and its beaches are less than an hour's drive.

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