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Haworth is one of Bergen County’s smaller and quieter boroughs, with approximately 3,500 residents in a less than two-square-mile community that borders Harrington Park, Dumont, Cresskill, and Demarest. The borough has a genuinely small-town character unusual for a community in the New York metropolitan area — its residential streets are quiet, its community life is centered on a small number of parks and civic organizations, and its absence of significant commercial development gives it a purity of residential character that many Bergen County buyers find appealing.

Haworth’s housing was developed primarily between 1950 and 1985, with split-levels and Colonials dominant on the borough’s wooded lots. Mature hardwood trees line the residential streets and provide a canopy that defines the borough’s character across all four seasons — spectacular fall color, cool summer shade, and the clean snow-covered branch patterns of winter. The Northern Valley Regional High School district connection — shared with neighboring Harrington Park, Closter, and others, served by the highly rated school at Demarest — has been a consistent draw for families seeking excellent public education in a peaceful setting.

For home buyers, Haworth’s well-established community and stable housing market make it a reliable choice, with the primary inspection concerns centered on the aging mechanical systems of its predominantly mid-century housing stock.

Key neighborhoods and areas: Key residential areas include the streets adjacent to Haworth’s small downtown on Haworth Avenue, the properties along Schraalenburgh Road bordering Harrington Park, the wooded streets in the borough’s interior, and the neighborhoods adjacent to the Hirschfeld Park and recreation area.

Community & market context: Haworth is primarily car-dependent, with NJ Transit bus routes providing limited connectivity. Home prices typically range from $700,000 to $1.1M for single-family homes. Students attend Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest after completing K-8 at the Haworth Public School.

Haworth home inspections reveal the standard northern Bergen County aging system concerns. Radon is a meaningful concern — the borough’s geology and northern Bergen location place it in the elevated-radon zone that characterizes much of this part of the county. Michael recommends radon testing for every Haworth purchase. Oil heating systems are present in a meaningful percentage of the housing stock, with the full range of associated concerns — tank age and condition, fuel delivery systems, heat exchanger integrity, and distribution system function.

The borough’s mature trees — while beautiful — contribute to cast iron drain line root intrusion that can cause blockages and structural damage to drain systems. Michael recommends a drain scope for any Haworth home with mature trees near the house or in the drain line corridor. Roof systems on homes from the 1960s and 1970s should be evaluated for condition and remaining service life.

No matter what Michael finds, his job is to give you a complete, honest picture of your Haworth property — so you can negotiate from knowledge, not guesswork. Schedule your inspection today.

Your Inspector: Michael Del Greco, CMI

How long does a home inspection in Haworth take?
Most Haworth home inspections take 2.5 to 4 hours depending on the size, age, and condition of the property. Older pre-war homes and larger properties typically take longer. See our full FAQ.

Should I be present for the inspection?
Your presence is required at the inspection. Walking through the home with your inspector is one of the most valuable things you can do as a home buyer. Here are questions to ask during the inspection.

Do you offer radon testing and other add-on services?
Yes. In addition to a standard home inspection, we offer additional services such as radon testing, WDI inspection, septic inspection, oil tank search, lead paint testing, and sewer scope — all especially useful for Northern New Jersey properties. These can be added when you schedule, and results are processed by certified professionals and included with your inspection report.

How do I schedule a Haworth home inspection?
Call our office at (973) 812-5100 or use our contact form. Our office staff answers the phone and can typically schedule within 24–48 hours.