Carlstadt

Borough of Carlstadt, New Jersey

Bergen County, NJ

07072

Neighboring townsEast RutherfordMoonachieSouth HackensackWood-Ridge

Welcome to Carlstadt

A historic borough where industry meets community in the Meadowlands

Population

6,550

Area

4.08 sq mi

School District

Carlstadt School District

Government

Borough (Mayor-Council)

Incorporated

1894

Elevation

5-40 ft

ZIP Code(s)

07072

About Carlstadt

Carlstadt is a small borough in southeastern Bergen County, straddling the border between residential neighborhoods and the vast Meadowlands industrial district. Founded by German immigrants in the mid-19th century, the borough retains a charming residential section north of Route 120 while its southern portion hosts major warehousing, distribution, and commercial operations. Carlstadt offers affordable Bergen County living with unmatched proximity to MetLife Stadium, American Dream, and major transportation routes.

Highlights

  • Rich German heritage dating to 1849 founding
  • Adjacent to MetLife Stadium and American Dream complex
  • Major commercial and industrial hub in the Meadowlands
  • Affordable housing in a tight-knit residential community
  • Easy access to NJ Turnpike, Routes 17 and 3