Oakland, New Jersey · Bergen County

Condos & Townhomes for Sale in Oakland, NJ

Condos and townhomes are Oakland's lower-maintenance path into a borough that's mostly single-family homes — a Bergen County community of about 12,700 at the foot of the Ramapo Mountains. Much of this attached-home inventory is tied to the Ramapo River Reserve community. Browse every active Oakland condo and townhome listing below, updated continuously from the MLS, with the Chopper Russo Team.

Browse Oakland by Property Type

Condos and townhomes are a smaller, sought-after slice of a borough dominated by single-family homes, so combined inventory is limited and well-priced units move quickly. The live listings below show every condo and townhome currently for sale in Oakland.

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Condo & Townhome Living in Oakland

Oakland was incorporated as a Bergen County borough in 1902 and named for its white oak trees, growing after World War II into a permanent-residence suburb at the foot of the Ramapo Mountains. Within that mostly single-family landscape, condos and townhomes offer a lower-maintenance path into the borough — appealing to first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who would rather skip the upkeep of a detached home and yard while keeping Oakland's schools, parks, and commuter access.

Both condos and townhomes typically fold exterior maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal into a monthly association fee. Because Oakland's housing stock skews so heavily toward single-family homes, attached homes are a smaller, more specialized segment, and well-priced units can move quickly when they come to market.

The Ramapo River Reserve

Much of Oakland's condo and townhome inventory is connected to the Ramapo River Reserve, a planned community developed in the late 1990s near the Ramapo River and known for shared amenities, including a community pool. For buyers drawn to lower-maintenance living with community amenities, it's often the first place to look, though listings there are limited and turn over relatively infrequently. Confirm current association rules, fees, and amenities on any specific listing, as these are set by the community and can change.

Oakland at a Glance

  • CountyBergen
  • Population~12,700
  • Attached-home communityRamapo River Reserve
  • Incorporated1902
  • High schoolsRamapo / Indian Hills
  • Major routesI-287 / Rt 202

Condo vs. Townhome vs. Single-Family

If you're weighing your options in Oakland, the difference comes down to how much you want to own and maintain. In a condo, you generally own the interior of your unit while the association owns and maintains the building and grounds — the lowest-maintenance option. A townhome usually means owning more of the structure, and sometimes the land beneath it, with more space and a bit more responsibility. A single-family home gives you full ownership and control of the house and yard, with all the upkeep that comes with it. The right fit depends on your budget, lifestyle, and how much maintenance you want to take on, which the Chopper Russo Team can help you think through.

Schools & the Commute

Oakland Public Schools operates three K-5 elementary schools, Dogwood Hill, Heights, and Manito, plus Valley Middle School for grades 6-8. For high school, Oakland belongs to the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District alongside Franklin Lakes and Wyckoff, where students may choose between Ramapo High School and Indian Hills High School, the latter with a specialized STEM program. For commuters, Interstate 287 runs through the borough and connects to Interstate 80 toward the George Washington Bridge, with a park-and-ride bus stop at Coppertree Mall and the Lincoln Park train station about six miles south. That low-maintenance-plus-commuter-access combination is a large part of the appeal of an Oakland condo or townhome.

Oakland Condos & Townhomes: FAQ

How many condos and townhomes are for sale in Oakland, NJ right now?

Inventory changes constantly, so the live listings above always reflect the current count of active condos and townhomes for sale in Oakland. Because Oakland is predominantly a single-family market, the combined condo and townhome pool is small and units can move quickly when they appear. Contact the Chopper Russo Team to be alerted the moment a new one is listed.

What's the difference between a condo and a townhome?

The difference is mostly about what you own. In a condo, you typically own the interior of your unit while the association owns and maintains the building and grounds. A townhome usually means you own more of the structure, often including the roof and exterior walls, and sometimes the land beneath it, while still sharing some common areas. Both usually carry a monthly association fee, and both offer lower day-to-day maintenance than a detached single-family home. The Chopper Russo Team can walk you through which fits your goals.

Where are most of the condos and townhomes in Oakland?

Much of Oakland's condo and townhome inventory is associated with the Ramapo River Reserve, a planned community developed in the late 1990s near the Ramapo River and known for shared amenities, including a community pool. Attached homes also turn up elsewhere in the borough from time to time. Because supply is limited, the live listings above are the best way to see what's currently available.

Do Oakland condos and townhomes have monthly association fees?

Most condo and townhome communities carry a monthly association fee that covers shared expenses such as exterior maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and common amenities. What's covered and how much it costs vary by community and by whether the home is a condo or a townhome, so confirm the current fee and exactly what it includes on the specific listing before making an offer.

Who is a condo or townhome in Oakland a good fit for?

Attached homes appeal to first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who travels often or simply prefers not to maintain a detached home and yard. A condo generally offers the least maintenance, a townhome a bit more space and ownership, and both sit below a single-family home in upkeep. The Chopper Russo Team can help you weigh a condo against a townhome, or against a small single-family home, in Oakland.

Why work with the Chopper Russo Team for an Oakland condo or townhome?

The Chopper Russo Team is based in Oakland with RE/MAX Select and knows the borough's attached-home communities, including the Ramapo River Reserve, along with the surrounding Bergen and Passaic County market. In a small, fast-moving segment, that local knowledge and early access to new listings is the difference between waiting and buying. Reach the team at chopper@chopperrussoteam.com or (201) 240-5200.

Looking at Condos or Townhomes in Oakland?

The Chopper Russo Team lives and works Oakland real estate every day, including the borough's condo and townhome communities. Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll help you find it, often before it hits the wider market.

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