Just 15 miles from Center City Philadelphia, Gloucester Township offers a suburban feel with several communities blended into one, featuring tons of stores, restaurants and parks for folks to enjoy.
This large, 23-square-mile township has a home to fit just about anyone’s needs, from $150,000 condominiums to million-dollar mansions. While there are several housing options, single-family homes from the mid-to-late 1900s are the most common. You’ll find various houses in suburban subdivisions such as ranch-styles, bi-levels and Colonial Revivals on quarter-to-half-acre lots. Some come with spacious, grassy yards, while others have pools with relaxing lounge spaces. These single-family homes typically range anywhere from $300,000 to $450,000. You can also make yourself at home in a contemporary town house for around $200,000 to $300,000. Or you can settle down in one of the township’s custom-built mansions, which can be found sporadically around the community.
Locals enjoy being able to shop from the immense retailers throughout Gloucester Township. Nicole Nicholson, Realtor with Century 21 Real Estate, has lived in Gloucester Township her whole life. She says, “Every store you can imagine is here, and there’s typically two or three of them within five minutes of each other.” One of the township’s prime shopping destinations is Gloucester Premium Outlets, an open-air outlet mall boasting more than 80 retailers and restaurants with outdoor dining. Just across the street, you can hit up Dave & Buster’s for some fun arcade games. According to Nicholson, people in Gloucester Township love their Italian restaurants. You’ll find many of them in small shopping centers around town, including Antonio’s Pizza, a casual spot for pizza, cheesesteaks and other Italian-American eats. Or you can enjoy a homestyle pasta dish at Costardo’s in a more formal setting. And whether it’s time for breakfast, lunch or dinner, Lamp Post Diner is a hotspot for locals, where you’re more than likely to leave with a full belly.
“There’s been a big push to make this big community feel more like a small town,” says Nicholson. “We have a farmers market, holiday parades and lots of community events throughout the year.” Locals frequently gather at Gloucester Township Veterans Memorial Park for special events. Get your groove on during the Sounds of Summer Concert Series, and bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch a family-friendly film during Movie Nights. On any given day, the park is a great place for kids to run around the wide-open field or on the playground. There’s also a paved walkway that loops around the park where you can work on your cardio. If you prefer to hike through nature, head to Timber Creek Park, which offers woodsy trails, a large fenced-in dog park and another playground for children to enjoy. Over at Gloucester Township Recreation Complex, you’ll often see kids playing sports through local leagues on dozens of fields.
Kindergarten through eighth-grade students are divided between eight elementary and three middle schools within Gloucester Township Public Schools, which has a B- overall rating from Niche. They feed into three different high schools that are part of the Black Horse Pike Regional School District. They include Highland Regional High School, Triton Regional High School and Timber Creek Regional High School, which have a B, B and B+ Niche grading, respectively. Graduates seeking post-secondary education can stay living at home by attending Camden County Community College, conveniently located in the township.
“What’s nice about Gloucester Township,” says Nicholson, “Is you can be in the city in 15 minutes while still living far enough away to where it’s quiet and peaceful.” With easy access to NJ Route 42, you can quickly drive 15 miles north to Center City Philadelphia or 50 miles south to Atlantic City, making Gloucester Township a desirable place to live for city workers and beachgoers who want to live in a community-centric suburb.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Phyllis Harvey
The Roarke Agency
(856) 326-1879
88 Total Sales
2 in Gloucester Township
$175K - $329K Price Range
David Schiavone
CB Schiavone & Associates
(267) 573-8629
222 Total Sales
1 in Gloucester Township
$412,500 Price
Ronald Palentchar
RE/MAX World Class Realty
(856) 830-6122
89 Total Sales
1 in Gloucester Township
$135,000 Price
Imad Mirza
United Real Estate
(609) 604-8442
24 Total Sales
1 in Gloucester Township
$335,000 Price
Maureen Fusco
Keller Williams Hometown
(856) 716-5144
59 Total Sales
2 in Gloucester Township
$325K - $355K Price Range
CARMEN IBARRA
Keller Williams Realty Jersey Shore - Ocean City
(609) 710-8494
49 Total Sales
1 in Gloucester Township
$300,000 Price
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Commuters who leave behind the hustle and bustle of downtown Philadelphia and cross the Benjamin Franklin Bridge to New Jersey, may find themselves relaxing as they get close to the Erial neighborhood in Gloucester Township. Although very much a suburban neighborhood, the community almost feels rural as one drives past lakes and ponds, green spaces and groves of woodlands. The growing community attracts attention for its convenient location, shopping and hometown appeal. “One of the best things about Erial is that it’s very clean. People take a lot of pride living here,” says Mark Buri, manager of Ed’s Rental and Tools, Inc., located in Erial. “The parks are really nice and there are a lot of good sports opportunities for kids. Both the police and the fire departments are very involved in the community, and they do a lot of outreach. People feel safe here.” The first homes in Erial were built in the 1970s. Those original houses include Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. In later years, split-levels and colonial homes became popular. Today, one also finds Craftsman and custom builds here. Most homes sit on generous lots with private driveways. Dog walkers and joggers share friendly waves as they pass on sidewalks. Properties on the water are even larger, some offering private backyard beaches. Home prices in Erial can vary from $205,000 to around $700,000. Children may begin their schooling at Erial Elementary, which teaches kindergarten through fifth grade students and has a C-plus rating from Niche. Ann A. Mullen Middle School has a C-plus rating. Timber Creek Regional High School holds a B rating. The school has a strong athletics program and the football team went 9-1 in 2023. In May 2024, three former Timber Creek football players were drafted to play for NFL teams. Nearby Camden County College is a community college with associate degree programs and workforce training that focus on advanced technology programs. Gloucester Township Community Park is a 62-acre green space just outside Erial. It is home to both grass and astroturf sports fields used by local leagues. Kids can play on the big playground when they’re not playing soccer, baseball or softball, kids can play on the big playground. Other features include tennis and basketball courts and a walking trail. Hikers can get their cardio following the path through the dense woods of the Camden County College Trailhead. Erial Little League is a nonprofit baseball and softball organization in the community. Over the years, the establishment has produced District Champions in every age group. “There’s a lot of good sports opportunities for kids. Baseball and football are really big here,” says Buri. “It’s definitely a Friday-night-lights kind of town.” Pine Valley Golf Club is a members-only golf course in Erial. It has been voted the No. 1 golf course in the U.S. five times. Residents can pick up most of their shopping needs along Berlin – Cross Keys Road. The busy thoroughfare has several large shopping centers with big-box retailers like Target, Hobby Lobby and more. There are also several grocery stores, including an Aldi and Acme. Just 3 miles from Erial, the Gloucester Premium Outlets has nearly 80 merchants and restaurants, including Guess and Banana Republic. While most national chain restaurants have stores in Erial, there are also local spots. Cinder Bar is a favorite for many, where residents can hang out over a beer and pizza while enjoying music from local artists. Embrace is a southern cooking restaurant featuring downhome dishes like collard greens and lollipop lamb chops. Creanies is a family-run ice cream shop with walk-up windows and a drive-thru that makes it an ideal spot for cone or a sundae. Our Lady of Hope Parish in Gloucester Township holds its annual parish carnival in May. The three-day event features fun, carnival rides and games, a food court and a beer garden. In June the community celebrates Gloucester Township Day at Veterans Memorial Park. The event features rides, games, music and good food. Erial is about 18 miles from Center City, Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport is 16 miles away. Atlantic City is a 45-mile drive via the Atlantic City Expressway. Bus service is available to all locations. This is a car-dependent town.
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