Why Live in Liberty Park
Liberty Park, an urban neighborhood in central Camden, lies across the Delaware River from Philadelphia. Bordered by Interstate 676 and Black Horse Pike, this working-class area features rowhouses, duplexes, and townhouses, primarily made of brick and stucco. Streets are laid out in a grid, with varying conditions and limited off-street parking. Economic challenges are notable, with vacant lots and boarded-up buildings common. Despite this, nearby redevelopment projects suggest potential future improvements, and home prices remain low, with many recently renovated properties available.
Educational options include KIPP: Cooper Norcross Sumner Academy and Camden High School, which houses three magnet schools. Recreational spaces feature the 14-acre Robert Johnson Park, undergoing remediation for contamination, and Whitman Square Park, offering a playground and basketball courts. The Michael J. Doyle Fishing Pier provides fishing and grilling opportunities with views of the Philadelphia skyline.
Commercial areas like Carl Miller Boulevard and Black Horse Pike feature eateries, shops, and food markets. Dining options include Donkey’s Place for cheesesteaks and Wildfire Bar & Lounge for Caribbean cuisine. Residents enjoy events like the Down and Derby Wine Festival and Freedom Fest on the Camden Waterfront. Liberty Park is 1.5 miles from downtown Camden, 4.5 miles from Center City, Philadelphia, and 10 miles from Philadelphia International Airport, with NJ Transit and PATCO trains offering additional connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Liberty Park a good place to live?
Liberty Park is a good place to live. Liberty Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Liberty Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 17.4 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $38,983 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Liberty Park are renters, with 71.5% of residents renting and 28.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Liberty Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Liberty Park neighborhood guide.
Is Liberty Park, NJ a safe neighborhood?
Liberty Park, NJ is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 9 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Liberty Park?
The median home price in Liberty Park is $285,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $57,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $63K a year to afford the median home price in Liberty Park. The average household income in Liberty Park is $39K.
What are the best public schools in Liberty Park?
The best public schools that serve Liberty Park are:
What are the best private schools in Liberty Park?
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Home Trends in Liberty Park, NJ
On average, homes in Liberty Park, Camden sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Liberty Park, Camden over the last 12 months is $274,250, up 74% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$274,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$290,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$181
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$285,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
74%