Fort Lee, NJ Shul Map
A high-rise commuter community at the foot of the George Washington Bridge — Young Israel of Fort Lee, a Sephardic congregation and Chabad, its own eruv, and the rare Bergen County option built around apartments and condos rather than single-family homes.
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Message us to get featured ↗Fort Lee is the closest New Jersey Orthodox community to Manhattan, sitting right at the western foot of the George Washington Bridge. Young Israel of Fort Lee on Parker Avenue is the main Modern Orthodox shul, complemented by the Sephardic Congregation of Fort Lee (Bet Yosef) and Chabad of Fort Lee. The community has a notable Sephardic and Israeli presence.
What sets Fort Lee apart in Bergen County is its housing: instead of single-family homes, the town is dominated by high-rise apartments and condominiums, making it one of the few walkable-to-shul options in the area for renters and downsizers. The bus and proximity to the GWB make it a genuine commuter community for people working in Manhattan.
Note: an eruv maintained by Young Israel of Fort Lee covers much of the town. Confirm its exact boundary and weekly status at yiftlee.org or with the shul before carrying on Shabbat.
Frequently asked questions
How many shuls are in Fort Lee, NJ?
Fort Lee, NJ has 3 shuls on ShulMap in Bergen County, NJ: Young Israel of Fort Lee, Chabad of Fort Lee, Sephardic Congregation of Fort Lee (Bet Yosef).
What is Fort Lee, NJ like for an observant family?
A high-rise commuter community at the foot of the George Washington Bridge — Young Israel of Fort Lee, a Sephardic congregation and Chabad, its own eruv, and the rare Bergen County option built around apartments and condos rather than single-family homes.
Are there Orthodox synagogues in Fort Lee, NJ?
Yes — shul is the traditional term for synagogue, and Fort Lee, NJ has 3 Orthodox synagogues listed on ShulMap, each mapped with the kosher amenities and housing around it.
Where can I find housing in Fort Lee, NJ?
Use the apartment and home search on this page to see current listings in Fort Lee, NJ. Walking distances to shuls are approximate — confirm what's comfortable for your family.
Walking distance: Walking-distance circles are approximate and do not assert a halachic standard. Confirm what is walkable for you locally.
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