Why Live in Lawrence Township
Lawrence Township in Cumberland, New Jersey, offers a mix of residential and recreational amenities. The main residential area, Cedarville, features homes primarily in Craftsman, ranch-style, or farmhouse designs, with most properties having spacious backyards. The township is safer than the national average, with a crime score lower than the national benchmark. Outdoor attractions include the New Sweden and Nantuxent wildlife management areas, known for their marshes and bald eagle nests, and Cedar Creek Sporting Clays, which hosts shooting tournaments. The Lawrence Township Recreation Complex provides baseball and T-ball fields, while the Rock and Race Place RC Compound offers remote-controlled car races. Dining options include Mary's Restaurant and Bull on the Barn Bayshore Crab House, with additional shopping and dining available in nearby Millville, 10 miles away. The township also hosts community events like the Freedom Farm Animal Rescue’s fall festival fundraiser. For transportation, residents often commute to Millville or Vineland, 20 miles away, with the Fairton federal prison being a significant local employer. The Millville Executive Airport, 8 miles away, features attractions like Glasston Brewing Co. and the WheatonArts’ Museum of American Glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lawrence Township a good place to live?
Lawrence Township is a good place to live. Lawrence Township is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It is sparse in population with 0.1 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $104,382 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 17.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Lawrence Township are home owners, with 12.9% of residents renting and 87.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lawrence Township can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lawrence Township neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lawrence Township?
The median home price in Lawrence Township is $324,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $71K a year to afford the median home price in Lawrence Township. The average household income in Lawrence Township is $104K.
What are the best public schools in Lawrence Township?
The best public schools that serve Lawrence Township are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Lawrence Township, Lawrence Township Cumberland, NJ?
The most popular zip codes in Lawrence Township, Lawrence Township Cumberland, NJ include
08311,
08332,
08345,
08302 and
08349.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Lawrence Township, Lawrence Township Cumberland, NJ?
Home Trends in Lawrence Township, NJ
On average, homes in Lawrence Township, Lawrence Township Cumberland sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lawrence Township, Lawrence Township Cumberland over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$280,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$203
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
50
Median List Price
$324,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
