Suffern
Suffern, population 10,723, is positioned at the foot of the Ramapo Mountains and serves as a major transportation hub. The village's downtown includes local shops, restaurants, and historic buildings. Suffern is home to Ramapo College and hosts various cultural events.
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Buying a Home in Suffern
As a village within Ramapo, residents pay both village and town taxes — two separate local government bills, plus the county and school district taxes. Before comparing prices to nearby hamlets, factor in the additional village tax bill, which can add $1,500–4,000/year on a typical home.
Frequent Coach USA service; closest NJ Transit bus connections
- Coach USA to Port Authority (~55 min)
- NJ Transit local buses to Ramsey/other NJ connections
Estimated door-to-door: 55–70 min to Midtown during peak hours. Full transportation guide →
Suffern Central School District serves Suffern, Montebello, Sloatsburg, and Hillburn. Solid academics and strong athletics programs, particularly football.
District data: enrollment, test scores, spending →Upcoming Events in Suffern
Parks in Suffern
Library
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Suffern at a Glance
Suffern is served by the Suffern Central School District school district.
Suffern has a population of approximately 10,723 residents.
The median home value in Suffern is $380,000.
The median household income in Suffern is $82,000.
Population and housing figures from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Find Contractors in Suffern
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