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Paramus is Bergen County’s commercial capital — a borough of approximately 26,000 residents whose major shopping malls and enormous retail corridors along Routes 4 and 17 generate more retail sales per square mile than virtually any other municipality in the United States. This commercial dominance has kept Paramus’ residential property tax rates among the lowest in Bergen County, making it a perennially attractive market for buyers who want solid suburban housing at a lower tax burden than comparable neighboring communities.

Paramus has a distinctive Bergen County blue law: no major retail operates on Sundays, a regulation that has shaped the borough’s commercial culture and Sunday quality of life in equal measure. Behind the commercial corridors, Paramus’ residential neighborhoods are quiet, conventional Bergen County suburbs — primarily 1950s through 1980s ranches, split-levels, and Colonials on modest lots, well-maintained by a community that values its residential character despite the commercial activity surrounding it. The borough’s parks — Van Saun County Park with the Bergen County Zoo, Paramus Park, and multiple recreational fields — provide green space within a predominantly developed landscape.

For home buyers, Paramus represents reliable Bergen County suburban value with the specific inspection priorities of its mid-century construction era.

Key neighborhoods and areas: Key residential areas include the neighborhoods east of Route 17 in the borough’s quieter eastern sections, the established residential grid surrounding Paramus Catholic High School, the neighborhoods along Farview Avenue and Forest Avenue, the Arcola section, and the properties adjacent to the Saddle River park corridor.

Community & market context: Paramus is primarily car-dependent, with NJ Transit bus routes providing access to New York City. Home prices typically range from $600,000 to $1M for single-family homes, with the low property tax rate relative to comparable Bergen County communities a significant draw. Students attend the Paramus School District for K-8 and Paramus High School for grades 9-12.

Paramus home inspections reveal the standard mid-century Bergen County system concerns. Oil heating systems are common in the township’s older homes — many built before natural gas was widely available — with aboveground basement tanks that may be 30 to 40 years old. Aging electrical panels from the 1950s and 1960s may be original 60-amp or 100-amp service with fuse-type or early breaker panels inadequate for modern loads. Galvanized steel water supply lines in pre-1970 homes show significant mineral deposit buildup and flow restriction.

The Saddle River runs through portions of Paramus, and properties adjacent to the river or its tributaries should be evaluated for flood zone status — portions of the Saddle River valley in Paramus experienced flooding during Superstorm Sandy and other major events. Basement moisture and drainage should be carefully evaluated in any Paramus home, as the relatively flat terrain and high water table in some sections contribute to basement water infiltration.

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

Paramus is one of Bergen County’s largest and most recognizable municipalities — known for its retail corridors, its school district, and a residential housing stock that is almost entirely mid-20th century. The majority of Paramus’s homes were built between 1950 and 1980, making it one of Bergen County’s most consistently mid-century markets and giving it a well-defined inspection profile.

Aluminum Branch Circuit Wiring

Homes built between 1965 and 1975 in Paramus — a significant portion of the borough’s housing stock — frequently used aluminum branch circuit wiring. This is Michael’s most consistent Paramus finding. Full remediation requires either complete rewiring or CO/ALR-rated devices at every connection point throughout the home. Buyers of Paramus homes from this era should treat aluminum wiring as a likely finding and plan for remediation.

Bi-Level and Split-Level Considerations

Paramus has a significant stock of bi-level and split-level homes — a housing type common in Bergen County’s 1960s and 1970s development. These homes have specific inspection considerations: flat or low-slope roofing sections at the entry level are prone to drainage and moisture issues, and the split-level floor plan creates unique basement and crawl space configurations that require careful evaluation.

Your Inspector: Michael Del Greco, CMI

How long does a home inspection in Paramus take?
Most Paramus 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 Paramus 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.