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Everyone got out OK and no injuries were reported in the blaze, which broke out in the 2½-story residence on Franklin Street, just off Redneck Avenue, shortly before 2 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12.
Firefighters met heavy flames on the second floor and attic, quickly forcing them to work from the exterior.
A short time later the roof and entire top floor collapsed.
They had the fire officially under control by 3 a.m.
Mutual aid responders at the scene or in coverage included firefighters from Hasbrouck Heights, Moonachie, Ridgefield Park, South Hackensack and Wood-Ridge.
The Little Ferry Bureau of Fire Prevention is investigating the cause.
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