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Clementon

Clementon

Suburban Neighborhood in New Jersey

Camden County 08021

Neighborhood Reviews
3.7
$262,514 Average Value
$192 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

An established suburb with a historic amusement park

Clementon, a South Jersey suburb 18 miles from Philadelphia, was established in 1925 and developed throughout the mid-20th century. Here, locals will find outdoor adventure with four small lakes, a 12-acre wildlife preserve and a historic amusement and water park. Plus, Clementon’s got that small-town feel, according to Kenneth Weidler, broker associate of BHHS Fox & Roach-Washington-Gloucester. “People might look at Lindenwold to the north for the train access, but they’d look at Clementon for the town aspect,” Weidler says. Weidler has sold homes across the region for 16 years.

Rollercoasters by the water at Clementon Park

Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Clementon’s many water and land activities. First opened as a trolley park in 1907, Clementon Park is one of the oldest operating amusement parks in the country and gives the town name recognition across the region. All summer, locals get their thrills on Hell Cat, a wooden roller coaster, the 85-foot Thunder Drop, and other height-based rides, along with various family-friendly rides and an arcade. Visitors cool off on one of Splash World’s eight water rides, including twin 60-foot slides, a wave pool and a pirate ship water playground. Outside the amusement park, hikers will enjoy Signal Hill Tract, a pine-tree-covered hill with miles of walking paths. Locals go fishing and enjoy the water views at Silver Lake, part of a 15-acre park bearing the same name. Anglers will also want to check out the trout-stocked Rowands Pond, which comprises 12 acres of preserved habitats and the country’s first recycled plastic spillway.

Established, mid-20th century homes scatter the community

Clementon Lake is the heart of town, with Clementon Park & Splash World on one side and homes on the other. Many homes are small ranch-styles, Cape Cods or bungalows surrounded by ivy-covered old oak trees and towering maples. A few homes are along East Atlantic Avenue, offering backyard views of Clementon Lake and the amusement park across the water. Additional housing options include Tudor-style townhomes built in 1972 in the Heritage Square subdivision or Garrison Colonials with a built-in, two-car garage. Houses are set back from the road, with driveways and sidewalks in most areas. Home prices here are some of the lowest in the area, with prices as low as $145,000. Higher-priced homes can cost nearly $450,000.

Clementon has ample holiday events

Special events like a St. Patrick’s Day party or December tree lighting help bring people together in Clementon. Locals decorate their homes with their best holiday décor to win the Halloween or Christmas house-decorating contests. The town-wide yard sale happens in May. Residents form teams for the Clementon Day scavenger hunt each June.

A trip to Clementon Lake Plaza

Clementon has a clear town center where Berlin Road, Erial Road and Atlantic Avenue converge into retail space. Along with a hair salon, the post office, a Dollar General and a thrift store, locals have a wide selection of dining options at Clementon Lake Plaza. Residents grab a smoothie or waffles at The Happy Boost. For authentic Salvadoran pupusas and fresh-made horchata, they try El Tortogoz. Scotto’s Pizza has buy-it-by-the-slice New York-style pizza. And for something quick, 92 Chicken offers takeout Korean-style fried chicken. Produce Junction sells fresh produce, veggies and various plants. And Save A Lot is off Blackwood-Clementon Road, offering a big-box grocery option.

Nearby schools have a robust list of extracurriculars

Pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students attend Clementon Elementary School, the only school in the Clementon School District. The school is home to just over 500 students and has an overall B-minus on Niche. After eighth grade, students head to Overbrook High School in neighboring Pine Hill. Students at Overbrook can join various extracurriculars, including the Video Production Club, Multicultural Club, Drama Club and Coding Club. Niche gave the high school an overall B-minus.

Hopping on the NJ Transit or heading to Lindenwold Station

NJ Transit serves Clementon, and there are several bus stops along Berlin Road and Gibbsboro Road. When locals commute into Philadelphia, they have an 18-mile trip up Route 30. If commuters prefer to take a train into the city, Lindenwold Station is about 2 miles from Clementon’s heart. The Jefferson Stratford Hospital is 2 miles away if there’s an emergency. And when locals need to catch a flight, the Philadelphia International Airport is about 21 miles away.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Philadelphia International

35 min drive

Bus

Us-30 & Brand Ave

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Erial Rd & Berlin Rd

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Gibbsboro Rd & Silver Lake Ave

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Us-30 & Reed Ln

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White Horse Ave & Berlin-Clementon Rd

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Blackwood-Clementon Rd & Forrest Rd

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Blackwood-Clementon Rd & Laurel Rd

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 18 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
4/30/2019 Niche Review
Clementon is a wonderful place to live. It is a quiet suburb about 25 minutes from Philadelphia, and about 45 minutes away from Atlantic City. There are multiple food chain places, the public schools are great for kids, and the police are there to help. Great place to raise kids.
3.0 Current Resident
8/12/2021 Niche Review
Decent place to live. Clementon is in close proximity to the Jersey Shore, Philadelphia, NYC, airports, sports facilities, and colleges. It is a good place to live.
5.0 Current Resident
7/8/2017 Niche Review
Honestly I would Change a thing. The area is so convenient. Major highways, shopping , food, social life. You name it , it's there or not to far away
3.0 Niche User
3/13/2015 Niche Review
I really don;t know how to answer this.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Clementon US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$275,000
Median Single Family Price
$275,000
Median Townhouse Price
$286,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$180,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
60
Months of Supply
3.20
Median List Price
$280,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
808
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,423
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,521
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
828
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,918
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$60,189
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,579

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
16.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

52 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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