Fort Lee Real Estate | Community Guide

Fort Lee

Welcome to Fort Lee

Providing breath-taking views of the Hudson River, New York City and the George Washington Bridge, Fort Lee is coveted for its luxury co-ops, condos, and townhomes as well as single family homes and easy access to New York City.

Located along the eastern border of Bergen County and situated on the Hudson River, Fort Lee, often referred to as the “Sixth Borough of NYC,” is home to almost 40,000 residents. Named after the site of an early American Revolutionary War encampment and often recognized as the birthplace of the American film industry, this 2.6 square-mile suburban community is considered an emerging township, overflowing with billions in new development. Defined by its diverse culture and significant history, the area offers an abundance of luxe high-rise living and features a range of co-ops, condos, and townhomes with doormen and top-of-the-line amenities.

What to Love/Things to Do/Dining

This emerging township is overflowing with billions in new development
The area offers an abundance of luxe high-rise living
Easy community to NYC via numerous bus routes

People & Lifestyle

With a “walking score” of 98, you don’t need a car to live in Fort Lee. Many are drawn to this area because of its local shopping, restaurants and good schools, and proximity to New York City as well as a wealth of luxury, high-rise living.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

An eclectic mix of dining options abounds in Fort Lee. Local favorites include Menya Sandaime, a Japanese eatery specializing in various types of ramen; Cap’t Loui, offering made-to-order, Louisiana-style seafood boils as well as a raw bar and fried fare; and In Napoli, a spacious eatery serving Southern Italian food. There are two Starbucks, two diners, and many Korean, Japanese, and Italian restaurants.

Things to Do

Significantly steeped in history as the birthplace of American film, Fort Lee, where Universal and FOX studios originated in the early 1900s, is now home to the Barrymore Film Center, which features a range of exhibitions on Fort Lee and world cinema history. Programming also includes major film retrospectives, an annual silent film event, foreign film screenings, and showcases for emerging filmmakers. Fort Lee is also known for the Saint Rocco’s Italian Festival, a tradition for more than 90 years. The August event includes food, games, rides, raffles, live entertainment, and fireworks. The summer film festival offers free outdoor movie screenings and music concerts, and the Jack Alter Community Center has a variety of activities for kids sports and retired citizens.

Housing Options

While Fort Lee has many single family homes, it offers a variety of luxury high rise options including The Modern, a rental building with a business center, virtual golf, spa and health club, outdoor pool and more, Century Towers and The Colony (luxury co-ops), Atrium Palace and the River Ridge, luxury condominiums.