Michael Shetler's Buying In Bergen

09/25/2026

Two family home on cul-de-sac. 34 Cottage Place, Garfield,NJ.

09/25/2026

Two family home for sale on quiet cul-de-sac in Garfield, NJ

09/23/2026

09/23/2026

JUST LISTED | Two-Family Opportunity in Garfield, NJ

A solid two-family property offering income potential, flexibility, and a spacious backyard—an opportunity worth a closer look for investors and owner-occupants alike.

📍 34 Cottage Pl, Garfield, NJ

The property features two separate living levels, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, plus a partially finished walk-out basement with an additional bath. The property offers approximately 2,000 sq. ft. above grade, plus basement space, along with a deep backyard.

For an investor, the two-family layout provides the potential for dual rental income. For an owner-occupant, live in one unit while generating income from the other.

Now listed and ready for its next owner.

📞 Michael Shetler | 201-421-0506
🌐 BuyingInBergen.com/34-cottage

09/05/2026

Under Contract in Saddle River Grand.
3 Bedrooms
4.5 Baths
3,724 Square Feet

Michael Shetler.
Exceptional Properties. Extraordinary Clients.
201.421.0506

08/18/2026

Ho-Ho-Kus Real Estate Market Update
Is the Ho-Ho-Kus housing market slowing down? The data says otherwise. Across the last 100 listings, the median list price hit $1.299M—with demand driving recent 2026 listings up to a $1.487M median. Here are the top trends buyers and sellers need to know today.

08/11/2026

Thinking about buying or selling a home in Glen Rock? The number of bedrooms makes a massive difference in how the market behaves. This slide summarizes what the sales data since 1/1/2025 reveals about bedroom counts and pricing dynamics.

The Key Takeaway: The sub-$1.5M market (primarily 3- and 4-bedroom layouts) remains intensely competitive with heavy over-asking bids. As bedroom counts and price points cross $2M+, buyers gain slightly more room for negotiation.

08/07/2026

What happens when you run 19 months of real estate sales data through AI? You get clear, actionable insights that traditional market reports often miss.

Here is what the latest analysis of nearly 80 home sales in Allendale, NJ reveals for sellers, buyers, and investors:

🏷️ For Sellers: Pricing a 4-bedroom Colonial between $1.1M and $1.4M sits right in the sweet spot of market demand, typically yielding offers in roughly two weeks. However, crossing the $2.0M threshold quadruples expected Days on Market from ~14 days to 57+ days.

🔑 For Buyers: Starter inventory moves at lightning speed. 3-bedroom properties under $800,000 have a median DOM of just 13 days. Full pre-approval and fast decision-making are non-negotiable in this segment.

🔨 For Value-Add Investors: The data highlights a massive equity gap between 3- and 4-bedroom homes. Expanding a 3-bedroom layout into a 4-bedroom property offers an exceptional return on investment, as the market places an average price bump exceeding $500,000 on that additional bedroom.

Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or invest in Bergen County, leveraging AI-driven market intelligence gives you a distinct advantage.

Reach out today to discuss what these trends mean for your specific property goals.

08/06/2026

Ramsey vs. Mahwah: YTD 2026 Real Estate Market Insights
When evaluating real estate trends, single-month snapshots only tell part of the story. Taking a broader look at Year-To-Date (YTD) performance through July 31, 2026, reveals how Ramsey and Mahwah are pacing in 2026 and where strategic opportunities lie for both buyers and sellers in Northern Bergen County.
1. Ramsey: Steady Growth & Micro-Inventory Shifts
* Median Sale Price: $942,500 (Essentially flat at -0.8% compared to YTD 2025). This reflects steady, sustainable valuation rather than rapid price volatility.
* Days on Market: 18 Days (Unchanged from 2025). Homes in Ramsey continue to sell consistently under three weeks when priced correctly.
* Months of Inventory: 1.7 Months (+13% from July '25). While inventory remains tight, this slight increase gives buyers slightly more choices without weakening overall seller leverage.
2. Mahwah: Strong Price Appreciation & Tightening Supply
* Median Sale Price: $1,218,000 (+14% increase from YTD 2025, excluding mobile home sales). Strong demand across higher-tier single-family segments has pushed Mahwah's median price up significantly.
* Days on Market: 14 Days (-1 day from 2025). Demand remains exceptionally fast-paced, with homes closing quickly.
* Months of Inventory: 3.1 Months (-26% from July '25). Inventory has drawn down significantly, creating competitive conditions for well-positioned homes.
Key Takeaway for Buyers & Sellers
Though these neighboring towns share similar commute conveniences and suburban appeal, their macro metrics show distinct trends:
* For Buyers: Ramsey offers remarkably consistent price stability and slightly expanding inventory options, whereas navigating Mahwah requires swift decision-making given its double-digit price growth and shrinking inventory pool.
* For Sellers: Both markets demand precise positioning. Ramsey sellers benefit from steady, dependable buyer demand, while Mahwah sellers are capitalizing on strong year-over-year equity growth.
Navigating Bergen County's micro-markets requires data-driven strategy and local expertise. Interested in a tailored analysis for your specific neighborhood or home value? Let's connect!