New Jersey relocation guide
Moving to Alpine, NJ
About Alpine
Alpine is a small borough on top of the Palisades along the Hudson River in northeastern Bergen County, with sweeping river and Manhattan skyline views. It is one of the most expensive ZIP codes in the United States, dominated by large estates on multi-acre lots tucked along winding, wooded roads. The borough is almost entirely residential — there is no commercial downtown — and much of its eastern edge is Palisades Interstate Park, giving residents direct access to cliff-top lookouts and Hudson riverfront recreation.
Home prices in Alpine
The median listing price in Alpine is $7,234,500.
Top places in Alpine
- Palisades Interstate Park — the borough's eastern edge runs along the Palisades cliffs.
- State Line Lookout — cliff-top overlook with Hudson River and skyline views (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Alpine Lookout — scenic pull-off on the Palisades Interstate Parkway.
- Alpine Boat Basin / Alpine Picnic Area — riverfront recreation at the base of the cliffs (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Kearney House (Blackledge–Kearney House) — historic house at Alpine Boat Basin.
- Long Path and Shore Trail — hiking along and below the cliffs.
- Palisades Interstate Parkway — scenic drive through the borough.
- Note: the Giant Stairs rock scramble had a reported closure — do not recommend it without checking current park status.
Commuting from Alpine
- No train station in Alpine.
- Bus: Rockland Coaches service operates from Route 9W & Closter Dock Road toward the Port Authority Bus Terminal / George Washington Bridge terminal area (per search results read September 24, 2026).
- Driving to Midtown Manhattan is typically roughly 30–45 minutes off-peak, longer with traffic (approximate; varies by route and crossing).
Schools in Alpine
Public schools: Alpine Public School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Alpine FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Alpine, NJ?
The median listing price in Alpine is $7,234,500. Qualified - How is the commute from Alpine, NJ?
No train station in Alpine. - Which school district serves Alpine, NJ?
Alpine is served by Alpine Public School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Town government
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New Jersey Department of Education.