Fairfield Township
Boating, fishing and birdwatching along the Cohansey River
Boaters launch into the water at River’s Edge Outfitters & Marina, or hire a guide to point out the best fishing spots. Dix Fish and Wildlife Management Area is popular for birdwatching and hiking just north of Sea Breeze, where locals go to fish or spot horseshoe crabs on the shore. Snow geese, bald eagles and great horned owls nest at the wildlife management area during the winter, while frogs, deer and rabbits come out in the spring. There are unpaved parking lots off Seabreeze Road and Back Neck Road where visitors can leave their cars and walk to the forested or marsh areas. Cedar Creek Sporting Clays is open to the public and hosts tournaments from March to November, where participants compete for prizes. Sea Breeze has a short beach where water from Delaware Bay laps at the shore. Residents fish at Sea Breeze or visit the Cohansey River Watershed off Back Neck Road to reel in bass and carp. Bridgeton's Choanzick Zoo, 3 miles north, offers free admission for all visitors. It was New Jersey’s first zoo, and now the site has over 100 animals. Also in Bridgeton, Cumberland County Library organizes monthly events for visitors of all ages, including the Books & Brews Club, where members drink coffee and discuss their latest reads.
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From manufactured homes to Colonial Revivals in Fairfield Township
Aside from the accessibility to nature, Burden points out two other important aspects of the township. "There’s no traffic here, and I think that’s huge," Burden says. "And it’s such a melting pot. Whatever people group you can think of, they live here.” When it comes to homes, Colonial Revivals and Queen Annes with around 2,000 square feet are on the larger end of the scale and often cost $330,000 to $565,000, while smaller ranch-style homes sell between $100,000 and $330,000. The newest homes in the area are manufactured homes in communities like Fairton Mobile Oaks Homes Community and Tips Trailer Park, which cost $60,000 to $150,000. Without access to public water, all homes in the township run on well water and septic tank systems. Properties close to the Cohansey River and Dix Wildlife Management Area are at a higher risk of flooding, but Capoferri says not every home is in a flood zone. “I’ve sold many homes in Fairfield that didn’t require flood insurance," Capoferri says. "The Cohansey River is so low; it just depends on the home’s elevation.”
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Commuting to Bridgeton
Because of the township’s size, owning a car is essential to get around. Even the residential Fairton has almost no sidewalks, so driving is the main method to commute to work or take kids to school. Fairton Millville Road leads 10 miles to Millville, which takes about a 15-minute drive, while Bridgeton Fairton Road goes 3 miles to Bridgeton, which takes five minutes. Commuters might drive to work at the FCI Fairton federal prison, but many work in Bridgeton, Vineland or Millville. Fairfield Presbyterian Church in Fairton has been a local landmark since the late 1600s, and the Trinity A.M.E building in Gouldtown has been standing since the 1860s and is on the National Register of Historic Places.Cumberland Regional High's seven specialized academies
Fairfield Township School serves prekindergarten to eighth grade and earns a C-minus from Niche. Many students continue to Cumberland Regional High School, which receives an A. Cumberland Regional has seven specialized academies for students to apply to based on their interests, including the agricultural sciences and dramatic arts academies. Some students apply to the Cumberland County Technical Education Center, which also gets an A.
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Fairfield produce in Bridgeton grocery store
Michael Terrigno continues his family tradition of owning and operating restaurants by running Terrigno’s Fairfield Inn, where the menu includes seafood, veal and pasta dishes. The pub has its own selection, from subs to flatbreads. El Pueblito Restaurant Mexican American Grill serves authentic meals for lunch and dinner in a modest building off Cedarville Road. When residents shop at Key Foods Fresh Market in Bridgeton, there’s a chance they’ll pick up fresh produce grown by Fairfield Township farms. Laning Bros. Farm and Eastern Fresh Growers are family farms handed down through generations that continue working the land and providing vegetables for their neighbors to enjoy.
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Making memories at the Cumberland County Fair
Every July, the Cumberland County Fairground near Carmel comes alive with Cumberland County Fair events, including 4-H competitions, carnival rides and a demolition derby. Visitors can purchase tickets at the gate, but most grab them in advance to secure their spot and place an order for the barbecue fundraiser. Kids who aren’t old enough to ride horses can compete in the Stick Pony Show, and the final day of the fair ends with a bang during the fireworks show. The fairground also holds the Cumberland County 4-H Swap Meet and Car Show in October. Vendors sell crafts while car enthusiasts show off their vintage cars or tailgate.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Christine Stucke
Christine Stucke
Responds QuicklyBHHS Fox & Roach-Washington-Gloucester
(856) 442-4425
147 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield Township
$565,000 Price
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Joseph Lam
Joseph Lam
Real Broker, LLC
(856) 405-3603
103 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield Township
$190,000 Price
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Tamia Wilkerson
Tamia Wilkerson
HomeSmart First Advantage Realty
(856) 283-4342
32 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield Township
$50,000 Price
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Rob Johnson
Rob Johnson
Collini Real Estate LLC
(856) 238-5769
6 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield Township
$130,000 Price
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Susanna Philippoussis
Susanna Philippoussis
BHHS Fox & Roach-Vineland
(856) 460-2492
202 Total Sales
4 in Fairfield Township
$28K - $210K Price Range
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Nancy Kowalik
Nancy Kowalik
Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Nancy Kowalik Group
(856) 681-9464
506 Total Sales
1 in Fairfield Township
$117,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
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Parks in this Area
Bridgeton City Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fairfield Township | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fairfield Township Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairfield Township, NJ sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairfield Township, NJ over the last 12 months is $424,999, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$349,900
Median Sale Price
$424,999
Median Single Family Sale Price
$499,999
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$150,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
480
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1968
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,075
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
990
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
26,136
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,678
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,278
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,928
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.9%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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