Why Live in Fords
Fords, located in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, is a small town with a population of nearly 13,000 residents. Positioned about 25 miles from New York City, it offers convenient commuter access via the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike. The town features a mix of housing styles, including quaint cottages, bi-levels from the early 20th century, and larger Colonial-inspired homes built or remodeled in the 2010s. Fords is part of the Woodbridge Township School District, which is highly rated. The town's business district along New Brunswick Avenue hosts a variety of local restaurants, fast-food eateries, and pizza spots, supported by the Fords Business Community. Fords Park is a popular recreational area featuring pickleball courts, Little League fields, a pond, basketball courts, a street hockey rink, a playground, and walking trails. Highland Grove Pool offers an outdoor community pool with a spray park and playground. Nearby, Roosevelt Park and Merrill Park provide additional recreational options, including an ice-skating rink and expansive playgrounds. The Woodbridge Community Center and The Club are known for their premier ice-skating facilities, indoor basketball, swimming, and hosting the Senior Olympics. Fords experiences all four seasons, with average summer temperatures around 75 degrees and winter temperatures averaging 35 degrees.
Home Trends in Fords, NJ
On average, homes in Fords, NJ sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Fords, NJ over the last 12 months is $482,500, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$482,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$499,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$403,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$381
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
84
Median List Price
$485,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%