The neighborhood
Fort Lee, NJ: at the foot of the bridge.
Fort Lee sits at the western end of the George Washington Bridge, a walkable community with quick Manhattan access and a wide range of dining options. This page covers the commute, the parks, and the daily rhythm around 2352 Linwood Avenue.
The fact sheet
Points of Interest
Fort Lee Historic Park overlooks the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge. The Palisades Interstate Park runs along the cliff line with miles of trails. The George Washington Bridge Bus Station serves intercity routes. Linwood Plaza and Route 4 shopping corridors are minutes away.
Dining
Fort Lee has a wide range of dining options along its commercial corridors. VENTANAS at The Modern offers upscale dining overlooking the Hudson. Chillers Grill on Fletcher Avenue serves casual fare. LaNoma Steakhouse on Hudson Street offers dinner service. City Perch Kitchen + Bar overlooks the Hudson from the waterfront district.
Parks & Outdoors
Fort Lee Historic Park features Revolutionary War-era fortifications and Hudson River overlooks. Overlook Park offers picnic areas and scenic views. The Palisades Interstate Park extends along the cliffs with hiking trails, river access, and the Alpine Picnic Area. Hackensack River waterfront paths are a short drive away.
Commute & Access
The George Washington Bridge connects directly to Manhattan. NJ Transit bus routes 154, 156, 158, 171, 175, 178, 181, 182, 186, and 188 serve Fort Lee with runs to the Port Authority Bus Terminal; scheduled times run from roughly 10 to 40 minutes depending on route (NJ Transit timetable, October 2026). Off-peak drive time to Midtown Manhattan via the GWB is under 20 minutes under clear conditions (typical drive estimate, October 2026). Route 4, I-80, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway are all within minutes.
Market & Area
Redfin reported a Fort Lee median sale price of $390,000 for all home types as of March 2026 (Redfin, Fort Lee housing market). Walk Score: 86 for the 2352 Linwood Avenue address, rated "Very Walkable" (walkscore.com, October 2026).
Geography & Landmarks
Fort Lee sits on the western bank of the Hudson River in Bergen County, at the New Jersey end of the George Washington Bridge. The Palisades cliffs run along the riverfront, with Fort Lee Historic Park overlooking the bridge. Route 4, I-80, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway pass through the borough.
What it's like to live here
The daily rhythm of Fort Lee.
Mornings along Linwood Avenue have a steady rhythm. The Palisades trails open early, the coffee shops on Main Street open by seven, and by eight the ACME on Lemoine Avenue has its doors open for the early grocery run. Fort Lee moves at a denser pace than most Bergen County towns, with a calm undercurrent on the residential blocks above the commercial corridors where Park Hill Terrace sits.
Weekends bring a different rhythm. Fort Lee Historic Park offers Revolutionary War overlooks with views of the Manhattan skyline. The Palisades Interstate Park offers miles of cliffside trails. Linwood Plaza and the Route 4 corridor handle the shopping. For dining, restaurants along Main Street and Center Avenue serve a wide range of cuisines.
The commute is the defining feature of the area. NJ Transit buses run frequently from Fort Lee to the Port Authority Bus Terminal, with scheduled times of roughly 10 to 40 minutes depending on route (NJ Transit timetable, October 2026). Off-peak, the drive to Midtown Manhattan via the George Washington Bridge takes under 20 minutes under clear conditions. Route 4, I-80, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway connect Fort Lee to the rest of northern New Jersey and beyond.
The borough combines Manhattan access, parks along the Palisades, and established commercial corridors in a dense, walkable setting.
On the map
2352 Linwood Ave APT 6C, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024
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The neighborhood reads differently on foot than it does on a map. Set aside an afternoon and we'll do a slow loop together.
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