Englewood, is a vibrant and diverse city in Bergen County just across the Hudson River from Manhattan. Incorporated as a city in 1899 from portions of Ridgefield Township and Englewood Township, it grew from its roots as the “English Neighborhood”—one of the earliest English-speaking settlements in the area . As of 2023, Englewood is home to approximately 29,300 residents with a median age of 43 and a median household income around $101,400 . Offering a seamless urban‑suburban feel, the city features a thriving downtown packed with restaurants, boutiques, and cultural venues like the Bergen Performing Arts Center, all while remaining minutes from New York City . Englewood boasts ample green spaces such as the Flat Rock Brook Nature Center and scenic Hudson waterfront picnic areas, making it appealing to families and professionals alike .