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Active Community. Direct Bus to Port Authority.
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→Dumont is Bergen County's all-American post-war suburb — and it wears that identity without apology. Incorporated in 1891 (originally as the Borough of Schraalenburgh), renamed in 1898 for its first mayor Dumont Clarke, the 1.99-square-mile borough built out largely in the 1940s–60s with the capes and ranches that housed returning GIs and their families. Today, those homes have been updated across the board, the neighborhood streets are safe and walkable, and the community calendar — Dumont Day, Oktoberfest, Winter Festival, Memorial Day Parade — fills the borough with genuine neighborhood energy across every season.
For buyers, Dumont offers one of Bergen County's most compelling value equations: a median home price of approximately $599K–$671K, NJ Transit bus routes running direct to Port Authority Bus Terminal, a high school with a 97.5% graduation rate ranked in the top quarter of NJ high schools, four borough parks, a swim club, and an average tax bill of approximately $10,001 — all within 16 miles of New York City.
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Bergen County Value
Median ~$599K–$671K · avg tax ~$10,001
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Direct NYC Bus
NJ Transit 166/167 to Port Authority · ~35–40 min
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Dumont HS Top Quarter in NJ
97.5% graduation · 53% AP · #100 NJ (US News)
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Active Recreation Culture
4 parks · swim club · hockey league · Little League
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Walkable Neighborhood Feel
Walking school district · safe streets · community events
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~16 Miles to NYC
GWB Bus Terminal via Rt 186 · Rt 4 to GWB by car
Commute & Connectivity
Getting There From Here
Dumont has direct NJ Transit bus service to Port Authority and the GWB Bus Terminal, plus strong highway access — with an average commute of 32.9 minutes that beats most Bergen County towns.
NYC Port Authority
NJ Transit Rts 166 & 167 · direct from Dumont
~35–40
minutes by bus
GWB Bus Station
NJ Transit Rt 186 · direct from Dumont
~20–25
minutes by bus
George Washington Bridge
Via Knickerbocker Rd / Rt-4 E
~20
minutes by car (off-peak)
Hackensack (County Seat)
Via Washington Ave / Madison Ave
~10
minutes by car
Paramus / Garden State Plaza
Via Rt-4 W / Rt-17 N · ~8 miles
~15
minutes by car
Public Schools
Education That Raises Property Values
Dumont runs its own PreK–12 district — four elementary schools and Dumont High School, ranked #100 in NJ by US News with a 97.5% graduation rate, 53% AP participation, and test scores above NJ state averages.
| School | Grades | Type | Student:Teacher | Rating |
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| Elementary Schools (4) Grant (1911) · Honiss · Lincoln · Selzer/Gibbs · PreK–5/8 |
PreK – 8 | Public | 12 : 1 | B |
| Dumont Middle (Honiss / Selzer) Dumont Public Schools · 6–8 grades |
6 – 8 | Public | 12 : 1 | B |
| Dumont High School 101 New Milford Ave · 847 students · 97.5% graduation |
9 – 12 | Public | 12 : 1 | B+ |
Dumont HS ranked #100 in NJ by US News · #115 of 434 NJ high schools (SchoolDigger) · 97.5% graduation rate · 53% AP participation · math and ELA proficiency above NJ state average · Bergen County Academies also eligible.
Neighborhood Life
What Makes Dumont Dumont
Explore the parks, community events, local dining, and active sports culture that define Bergen County's friendliest post-war suburb.
Italian & Local Restaurants
Italian heritage is Dumont's largest ancestry group (12.3%) and shows in the local dining scene — neighborhood Italian restaurants and casual family spots along Washington Avenue reflect the borough's character. One local diner is described as among the oldest in Bergen County.
Italian · Local Landmarks
Mexican & Asian Dining
Dumont's diversity shows in its food options — a local Mexican restaurant, Chinese restaurant, and Asian dining options are cited by residents as regular neighborhood staples. The borough's 15% Asian population has enriched the culinary scene meaningfully.
Mexican · Asian · Diverse
Washington Avenue Corridor
Washington Avenue is Dumont's main commercial street — with local restaurants, Dunkin', CVS, Domino's, and the everyday services that make a neighborhood genuinely walkable. The Dixon Homestead Library at 180 Washington Ave anchors the civic heart of the strip.
Main Street · Walkable
Bergenfield & Closter Shopping (~5 min)
Adjacent Bergenfield's Washington Ave corridor and Closter Plaza (Whole Foods, Target) are both within 5 minutes, significantly expanding Dumont's retail and dining radius without requiring a highway run.
~5 min · Full Retail
Paramus Retail (~15 min)
Garden State Plaza and Bergen Town Center — two of New Jersey's largest retail destinations — are approximately 15 minutes west via Route 4, giving Dumont residents quick access to major shopping without living adjacent to the highway corridor.
~15 min · Major Retail
Dumont Day & Annual Events
Dumont Day (September), Oktoberfest (October), the Winter Festival (December), and the Memorial Day Parade give the borough a genuine community calendar year-round. These events are not professionally produced — they're run by and for the people who live here.
Dumont Day · Seasonal Events
Memorial Park
Dumont's flagship park on the east side — five baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a pavilion for gatherings. Home base for Little League and high school baseball, and the Dumont Summer Recreation Program in warmer months.
5 Baseball Fields · Tennis · Basketball
Twin Boro Field & Gina's Field
Twin Boro Field handles football, soccer, and the Men's Softball League. Adjacent Gina's Field has two softball fields for girls and a playground. Next to both: the Dumont Swim Club — the borough's summer social anchor.
Football · Soccer · Softball
Dumont Swim Club
The borough's community swim club — adjacent to Twin Boro Field, with a parking lot that doubles as a roller hockey rink for the Dumont Hockey League in the off-season. A genuine community institution that defines summer in Dumont for families.
Swimming · Hockey · Community
Fred Triplett Park & Dawn M. Totten Field
Two smaller in-borough parks near the town center — playgrounds, softball fields, and green space that give Dumont's residential neighborhoods the kind of accessible outdoor infrastructure that makes a walking school district work.
Neighborhood Parks · Playgrounds
Dixon Homestead Library
180 Washington Ave — Dumont's civic library, part of the Bergen County Cooperative Library System. With 45,000+ books, audio/video collections, and 22+ state-licensed databases, it is an active community hub that draws residents across all ages and backgrounds.
Civic · BCCLS · 45K+ Books
Walking School District
Dumont operates as a walking school district — middle and high school students can leave campus during lunch or free periods. This is a deliberate, trusted community quality that reflects the borough's safety, density, and the relationship between schools and neighborhood.
Safe · Walkable · Community Trust
Annual Community Events
Dumont Day (September) — the borough's signature festival; Oktoberfest (October); Winter Festival (December); Memorial Day Parade and celebration (May). Four distinct community-run events across four seasons reflect a borough that genuinely knows how to be a borough.
4 Annual Traditions
Youth Sports Programs
Little League, Girls Softball, Football, Soccer, Basketball, Roller Hockey, and a Swim Team — Dumont's youth sports programming is comprehensive for a 2-square-mile borough. The community is built around keeping kids active and local, and it shows in the park infrastructure.
8 Sports Programs · Year-Round
Washington Avenue Corridor
Dumont's main commercial street — CVS, Dunkin', local shops, restaurants, and services accessible on foot from most of the borough. The Dixon Homestead Library sits at 180 Washington Ave, anchoring the civic center of the commercial strip.
In-Borough · Walkable
Bergenfield & Closter (~5 min)
Adjacent Bergenfield's Washington Ave and Closter Plaza (Whole Foods, Target, HomeGoods) are both under 5 minutes — significantly extending Dumont's retail radius without requiring a highway commute.
~5 min · Whole Foods · Target
Hackensack University Medical Center
HackensackUMC — one of NJ's top-ranked hospital systems — is approximately 10 minutes south. Fairleigh Dickinson University (Teaneck campus, ~4 miles) and Bergen Community College (~6 miles) provide higher education access nearby as well.
Healthcare · ~10 min
By the Numbers
Dumont at a Glance
Municipality Type
Borough
Bergen County · 1.99 sq mi
Population
~17,863
2020 Census · dense suburban
Median Home Price
~$619K–$671K
Up 24.8% YoY · strong appreciation
Avg Tax Bill
~$10,001
2.340% rate · competitive for Bergen
Bus to Port Authority
~35–40 min
NJ Transit Rts 166 & 167
HS NJ Rank
#100
Dumont HS · 97.5% graduation · US News
Zip Code
07628
Single zip borough
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Below Bergen County avg · fast for NYC access
Explore the Area
Similar Towns Near Dumont
Buyers considering Dumont often explore these neighboring Bergen County communities — each with its own school profile, price point, and commute access.
Bergenfield
Bordering · diverse · direct bus to NYC
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Cresskill
Bordering · own K–12 · higher price
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Demarest
Bordering · NV Demarest HS · luxury
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Haworth
Bordering · small · NV Regional HS
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New Milford
Bordering · NJ Transit · family
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Oradell
Bordering · NJ Transit · charming
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River Edge
Nearby · NJ Transit · quiet
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Hackensack
County seat · urban · NJ Transit
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Teaneck
Diverse · strong schools · NJ Transit
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Common Questions
Dumont, NJ — Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers about buying, selling, taxes, schools, and daily life in Dumont — Bergen County's best-value active community with direct NYC bus access and strong appreciation.
Dumont is a moderately competitive, strongly appreciating market. Redfin reported a median sale of $671K in July 2025, up 24.8% year-over-year — one of the strongest appreciation rates in Bergen County. Homes receive an average of 4 offers and sell in approximately 29–76 days depending on season. Hot homes move in 59 days or less. November 2025 Movoto data showed 28 homes sold at a median of $599,900. The borough's value positioning — below $700K with direct NYC bus access and a top-quarter NJ high school — creates consistent demand from buyers who have been priced out of neighboring Cresskill and Bergenfield. Talk to us about current Dumont market conditions →
Dumont's median sale price ranges from approximately $599K to $671K depending on source and season — with the most recent peak of $671K in July 2025 (Redfin, up 24.8% YoY). NeighborhoodScout reports a median home value of $651K. List prices are currently around $619K (February 2026, Movoto). The range is meaningful: smaller capes and ranches from the 1940s–60s (the bulk of Dumont's stock) can be found under $550K; updated larger colonials push $700K–$900K+. Two-family homes offer an income-producing option at various price points. This positions Dumont as Bergen County's most accessible direct-bus-to-NYC market at this quality-of-schools level.
Dumont's housing stock reflects its post-WWII development era: approximately 59% of homes were built in the 1940s–1960s, with an additional 24% built before 1939. The dominant types are cape cods, ranches, and modest colonials — the classic American GI-era suburb. About 70% are single-family detached, 15% are large apartment buildings, and 12% are duplexes. The housing is dense (9,368 people per square mile) but the neighborhood feel is genuinely suburban. Many homes have been significantly updated or expanded since original construction. Two-family properties are a popular option for buyers seeking rental income. The borough is 73% owner-occupied.
Dumont has strong multi-mode NYC access. NJ Transit bus routes 166 and 167 run direct to Port Authority Bus Terminal in approximately 35–40 minutes. NJ Transit route 186 connects to the GWB Bus Station in approximately 20–25 minutes. By car, Route 4 puts the George Washington Bridge approximately 20 minutes away off-peak. Dumont's average commute time of 32.9 minutes is meaningfully below Bergen County's average — a significant quality-of-life advantage. Penn Station and Midtown Manhattan are approximately 14–16 miles away by car or bus.
Dumont runs its own PreK–12 district with four elementary schools and Dumont High School. Dumont High School is ranked #100 in New Jersey by US News and #115 of 434 NJ high schools (SchoolDigger) — placing it in the top quarter of NJ high schools. Key metrics: 97.5% graduation rate (vs 91.1% NJ average); 53% AP participation rate; math and ELA proficiency above NJ state averages; 12:1 student-teacher ratio. The district is rated 4/10 by GreatSchools overall, with Niche noting highly rated schools. Students are also eligible for Bergen County Academies programs. For buyers who want a strong public school with an affordable price point, Dumont's value equation is clear.
Dumont's 2025 general tax rate is 2.340%. The median annual residential tax bill is approximately $10,001 — slightly below the Bergen County average of $13,329 and very competitive given the borough's direct bus access and #100-ranked high school. On a $640K home, expect roughly $11,000–$14,000 per year depending on assessed value. For first-time buyers and move-up buyers alike, the total cost of ownership in Dumont — mortgage + taxes — is substantially lower than neighboring Cresskill, Demarest, or Bergenfield at comparable school quality. Tax bills are due quarterly: February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1.
Dumont's value proposition is clearest when viewed through total ownership cost. A $640K Dumont home at $12,000/year in taxes vs. a $1.27M Cresskill home at $10,001/year in taxes — similar tax bills, but $630K less in home price (and therefore much lower mortgage payments). Compared to Bergenfield (~$11K–$12.5K avg tax, ~$560K median), Dumont is roughly comparable in taxes but has been appreciating faster. The combination of median home price under $700K + $10K avg tax + #100 NJ high school + direct Port Authority bus is arguably Bergen County's best value equation for buyers who want a walkable, family-oriented suburban borough without a $1M+ price tag.
Yes — Dumont's 24.8% YoY price appreciation (July 2025) is one of the strongest figures in Bergen County. The borough benefits from a structural demand driver: buyers priced out of Cresskill, Bergenfield, and other neighboring towns who specifically want direct bus to Port Authority and a top-quarter NJ high school at a price under $700K. Homes receive an average of 4 offers. Volume is active — 27–28 sales per month in peak season — and inventory remains tight. Spring (March–May) is the strongest season. Get a free Dumont home valuation →
Dumont homes average approximately 29–76 days on market depending on season. November 2025 data showed 32-day average; July 2025 data showed 76 days. "Hot" homes move in under 59 days and receive multiple offers. The borough's buyer pool is broad — families, young professionals, first-time buyers, and investors in two-family properties — which means the marketing strategy should be tailored to property type. Well-priced, well-presented single-family homes in the right condition move quickly; overpriced properties in a market with active competition face longer campaigns. Spring listings consistently outperform. Learn how we sell homes in Dumont →
Dumont is Bergen County's all-American neighborhood borough — and residents mean that as a compliment. It is safe (residents describe leaving garages unlocked without concern), walkable (the school district literally allows middle and high schoolers to walk during free periods), and active (8 youth sports programs, a swim club, a hockey league, 4 parks). Dumont Day in September, Oktoberfest in October, the Winter Festival in December, and the Memorial Day Parade in May anchor the community calendar. Washington Avenue keeps everyday needs accessible. The bus to Port Authority is 35–40 minutes. Closter Plaza (Whole Foods, Target) is 5 minutes away. The high school graduates 97.5% of its students. It is not a glamorous town, but it consistently delivers a quality of life — safe, community-oriented, well-connected — that residents would not trade for a more expensive address one town over.