Alpine, New Jersey... Bergen County's Best of the Best

Alpine, New Jersey is one of Bergen County's upper-crest towns. Located in the north-eastern corner of the county, Alpine is located near the Hudson River, across from Yonkers, New York. The town boasts an impressive list of former and current residents. Comedian Chris Rock, musician P. Diddy, baseball player Gary Sheffield and actor Wesley Snipes, among others, have all called Alpine their home at one point.

Forbes Magazine ranked Alpine number one in their "Most Expensive ZIP Codes 2007" list, with a media home sale price of $3.4 million dollars.

Here are some quick facts about Alpine:

Incorporated: 1903

Size: 6.3 square miles

Population: 2,183 2007

Median home value: $3.4 million

Median income: $130,740; third highest in Bergen County after Rockleigh and Saddle River

Main neighborhoods: Rio Vista, Glen Goin, Timberline, "Old Alpine"

So if you're in the mood to drive by some gorgeous houses or maybe get lucky and see some celebrities around town, head to Alpine, New Jersey and visit one of Bergen County's most glamorous towns.