New Jersey relocation guide
Moving to Oradell, NJ
About Oradell
Oradell is a Bergen County borough of about 8,300 residents on the Hackensack River, known for its the landmark Oradell Reservoir and a walkable downtown around the train station. The borough blends historic charm — the Atwood–Blauvelt mansion, the Hiram Blauvelt Art Museum — with a strong civic and arts scene, including the Bergen County Players at the Little Firehouse Theatre. Kinderkamack Road anchors the commercial district.
Home prices in Oradell
Home prices in Oradell vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Oradell
- Oradell Reservoir — the borough's signature scenic watershed on the Hackensack River (shown in the Commons photo below; public access may be restricted — treat as scenic).
- Hiram Blauvelt Art Museum.
- Atwood–Blauvelt mansion on Kinderkamack Road (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Oradell station on the Pascack Valley Line (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Borough Hall on Kinderkamack Road (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Memorial Field, Oradell Public Library, and the Little Firehouse Theatre (Bergen County Players).
Commuting from Oradell
- NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line; in-town station: Oradell (per NJ Transit listings; read September 24, 2026).
- Direct train to Hoboken in about 41–46 minutes; to NY Penn via Secaucus Junction transfer (NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line weekday schedule effective 4/27/25; read September 24, 2026).
- NJ Transit bus Route 165 from Oradell Ave/Prospect Ave to Port Authority in about 48–53 minutes; a slower Kinderkamack local itinerary takes about 1h27 (Moovit; read September 24, 2026).
- Approximate drive to New York: ~31 minutes with no traffic (Rome2Rio; read September 24, 2026).
Schools in Oradell
Public schools: Oradell 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.
Oradell FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Oradell, NJ?
Home prices in Oradell vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Oradell, NJ?
NJ Transit Pascack Valley Line; in-town station: Oradell (per NJ Transit listings; read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Oradell, NJ?
Oradell is served by Oradell Public School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New Jersey Department of Education.