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The Hillsdale Gazebo |  Hillsdale New Jersey In Bergen County New Jersey there is a down-to-earth residential community, where families enjoy a safe, quiet quality of life. The Hillsdale borough has a population of approximately 10,000. It has many qualities that strongly appeal to home buyers, including an excellent Pascack Valley School system, recreation groups and facilities as well as a solid transportation infrastructure. Hillsdale was the subject of a 2004' article in the The New York Times, titled A Haven For Commuters with Families. Real estate options consist of single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses as well as limited land lots for custom building.
Public schooling is provided by Hillsdale Public Schools (HPS) and Pascack Valley Regional High School District (PVRHSD). HPS operates three campuses, Ann Blanche Smith School, Meadowbrook Elementary School and George G. White Middle School. High school students attend Pascack Valley High School, which has a high success rate in sending graduates to four-year colleges. Recreation in Hillsdale New Jersey revolves around organized sports for children and adults. The community has active associations for basketball, football, soccer, baseball and softball. Team play is hosted on the evenings and weekends by Centennial Field, Memorial Field, Stony Brook Park and the school campuses. For swimmers, Stony Brook Swim Club is a choice destination for exercising and socializing. The complex contains an Olympic pool, as well as pools for diving and playing.
Another advantage of Hillsdale New Jersey living is the regional transportation infrastructure. Commuters appreciate the accessibility of commuter trains running into Secaucus, Penn Station, Hoboken and Manhattan. One of Hillsdale’s best known landmarks is also a connecting point between this neighborly community and the outside world. The Victorian train station at Hillsdale Avenue and Broadway was constructed in 1869 and last restored in 1997. As a stop on the New Jersey Transit’s Pascack Valley Line, the station connects Hillsdale commuters to Secaucus. From there, they can reach Penn Station or, through Hoboken, Lower Manhattan. The station is a registered national and state historic landmark.
The Hillsdale NJ Train Station is an anchor to a charming, historic downtown shopping district. Downtown Hillsdale New Jersey is characterized by clapboard and masonry structures, accessorized by detailed cornices. The area offers a distinctive shopping alternative from the big box stores located in neighboring communities. Most of the local businesses within Hillsdale are service oriented. These include restaurants, personal care services and travel services. The economy is further supported by nearby employment opportunities in educational, health and social services; professional services; retail trade; and manufacturing.
New residents can look into a variety of recreational groups and organizations to get to know their neighbors. Active clubs provide activities for seniors, adults and children. Youth and adult sports programs are particularly popular. Independent associations give kids a chance to play football, basketball, baseball and softball. There is also a men’s basketball league, walking club and bridge club. During the Summer months Beechwood Park on Hillsdale Avenue is the stage for concerts under the Band Shell as well as Ball Games and Picnics on the Field.
The Borough of Hillsdale's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony will take place December 7, 2011 at Veteran's Park in the center of town with hot cider, coffee and donuts.
Home to the old favorite T.V. show "Ed" the quaint town of Hillsdale New Jersey has gained in popularity through the years due to the top notch school systems as well as it's accessibility to NYC. The Victorian Train Station and red brick Traffic Booth are the heart of this much sought after town. Bob grew up in Hillsdale where his Grandfather was one of the Architects of several custom homes in town in the early part of the 1900's. The highly rated Pascack Valley High School located on Piermont Avenue in Hillsdale New Jersey is attended by students from the town of Hillsdale as well as the neighboring town of River Vale. Since Lisa grew up in River Vale NJ and Bob in Hillsdale, this was where they first met. Having both been raised in the Pascack Valley area,we both have deep roots and a wealth of background knowledge and information about the Pascack Valley area towns. We are happy to offer you an insider’s view of living in the beautiful Pascack Valley area. Below is a brief snapshot of the town of Hillsdale. Feel free to ask us questions about Hillsdale New Jersey Homes For Sale by e-mailing us at:HammersTeam@number1expert.com  
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Buying Land and New Construction >Buying New Or Adding On
Homeowners should consider several questions before making the choice between adding on to an existing home or moving up in the market to a bigger house. How much money do you have available for remodeling your current house? How much additional space do you require? Is there room to expand on the ground level or will the foundation of your present home support a second floor? What will the local zoning and building ordinances permit? How much equity do you have in the property? Are there affordable properties for sale that would satisfy your housing needs?
Consider your neighborhood--it makes more sense to add on to a smaller house than to over-improve the largest home in the area. Your decision should ultimately be based on your individual needs, the extent of the work involved and which features will add the most value. According to industry experts, buyers are always excited by state-of-the art kitchens and bathrooms.
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What characteristics must a home have to be considered a prestigious property?
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Unique architectural design; Highly desirable location; celebrity status--owned by a well-known person. |
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