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Mount Ephraim

Mount Ephraim

Suburban Neighborhood in New Jersey

Camden County 08059

Neighborhood Reviews
3.3
$308,201 Average Value
$236 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

A small town feel minutes from Philly

Just over the Walt Whitman Bridge from Philadelphia is the small borough of Mount Ephraim, also known as the Village at the Crossroads because of its historic location at the intersection of two centuries-old thoroughfares: Kings Highway and Black Horse Pike. The community is named after Ephraim Albertson, who owned a meeting house at the intersection during the early 19th century. "Mount Ephraim offers what hometowns are made of," says Mayor Susan M. Carney. "This is a place where neighbors help neighbors, parishioners go to church together, and residents know their governing officials, their police officers and serve on the volunteer fire company." She notes that the townspeople gather often to participate in many annual and seasonal events hosted by the town's Celebration Committee. The community's low CAP Index crime score of 3 out of 10 adds to its appeal.

Mount Ephraim's Cape Cods and colonials

Mount Ephraim's streets are laid out in a neat grid, and sidewalks are found throughout the neighborhood. The majority of homes here were built in the decades following World War II, and there is a lot of variety in the housing stock, with a mix of Cape Cods, bungalows and colonial-style homes featuring vinyl, brick or shake siding. About half the homes have garages, and most have private driveways. However, street parking is not an issue, and overnight parking permits are not required in the neighborhood. Lot sizes here are large enough to fit a small garden or patio. “Home prices in Mount Ephraim are lower than in most surrounding areas,” says Joe Bozza, a Realtor with Daniel R. White Realtor LLC who has lived in the area for decades. "First-time homebuyers will absolutely find this community appealing." Homebuyers can expect to pay between $255,000 to $365,000 for an updated Cape Cod, while those willing to do some renovations may pay around $200,000. Larger colonial homes average between $305,000 and $500,000.

Local football hero supports Audubon High

Children in the Mount Ephraim School District may begin their public school education at Mary Bray Elementary, which serves kindergarten through fifth grade and has a C-plus rating from Niche. Raymond W. Kershaw Middle School has sixth through eighth grade and earns a B-minus rating. Audubon Junior/Senior High School also has a B-minus rating. NFL quarterback Joe Flacco is a 2003 graduate of Audubon, and the 2013 Super Bowl champion lives in the area and occasionally attends the high school's football games.

Mount Ephraim's playgrounds, parks and lakes

The 73-acre Haddon Lake Park surrounds its namesake lake and features several miles of walking trails, a pair of playgrounds, a ballfield and an amphitheater. Kayakers and paddleboarders can take advantage of the park’s boat launch. At the neighborhood's southwest corner, Shining Star Park offers a place for children to play basketball and let their imaginations run wild on the playground. Two miles east, Little Timber Creek Nature Trail offers a half-mile looped walking path along the creek's banks.

Busy Black Horse Pike is filled with shops

Black Horse Pike is the community’s main commercial thoroughfare. It's lined with businesses like urgent-care centers, pharmacies, gas stations and fast-food franchises. Local restaurants found there include The Black Horse Diner, a classic eatery serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Bobby Ray’s Black Horse Tavern, a quintessential sports bar offering patrons plenty of TVs and beer choices. Del Buono’s Bakery and Carmen’s Deli is also on Black Horse Pike, and the combined bakery and deli is said to serve one of the best cheesesteaks in town. Its Biggy Daddy cheesesteak with fried onions and cherry peppers was once featured on the Food Network show “The Best Thing I Ever Ate.” If it's time for a large grocery shopping trip, there's a ShopRite in Brooklawn, just steps outside the neighborhood.

Parades and other pastimes in Mount Ephraim

In April, the borough presents Ales on the Rails, where local breweries proudly serve samples of their beers. The event also features family activities, food trucks and music. In June, nearby Gloucester Township holds the annual Camden County Fair. Attendees can enjoy pony rides, 4-H demonstrations and carnival rides. Mount Ephraim celebrates July Fourth with a focus on families. The day begins with a baby parade, immediately followed by a bicycle parade for children, after which they receive goodie bags and flavored ice waters.

Getting around Mount Ephraim

Mount Ephraim is 9 miles from downtown Philadelphia via Interstate 676, while Philadelphia International Airport is 11 miles away via I-76. Atlantic City is 55 miles from Mount Ephraim via the Atlantic City Expressway. Interstates 76 and 295 border the neighborhood, making for easy access to most of the region. NJ Transit provides bus service throughout the community and the larger metro area.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Philadelphia International

23 min drive

Bus

King's HWY & Hill Ave

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Market St & Remington Ave

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Black Horse Pike & Main Street

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Black Horse Pike & Nj Ave & Bell Rd

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Black Horse Pike & George St

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King's HWY & Market St

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King's HWY & Davis Ave

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 12 Reviews
3.0 Current Resident
2/20/2019 Niche Review
Mount Ephraim is a nice quiet town. Close quick trip down the road to the Westmont Patco to head over to Philadelphia. Even quicker access to both bridges heading into the city. The residents in the community itself are very close knit and support the those who take care of it, including the Police, Fire Fighters and public works employees.
5.0
12/13/2022 Niche Review
Mount Ephraim is a family friendly neighborhood. I love taking my daughter there during Halloween and other family events. It's a beautiful and quiet little town.
3.0 Niche User
2/15/2016 Niche Review
I've lived here all my life and honestly there isn't much to say. It's a very small town but it's quiet and I love that aspect. I also live down the street from many of my childhood friends so that's also a big part in why I like living here. Although I'd like to move someday, I'd never want my parents to get rid of my house because I always want someplace to come back to that I call my true home.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Mount Ephraim US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$305,000
Median Single Family Price
$302,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$300,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
740
Median Year Built
1949
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,608
Below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,794
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 3
    12 - 1pm

    25 Northmont Ave, Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059

    $300,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,565 Sq Ft
    • 25 Northmont Ave
    • New 1 day ago

    OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, 5/3, 12-1pm. This 2-story home, on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood in Mt Ephraim, is an opportunity that is not to be missed! This property has been loved and maintained for many years, and is ready for the next owner to lay down their own roots. Northmont Ave, is close to all the local throughways easily accessible for commuting or getting around the area. With easy

    David Burris Keller Williams Realty - Moorestown

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  • Saturday, May 3
    12 - 2pm

    41 W Kings Hwy, Mount Ephraim, NJ 08059

    $319,000

    • Studio
    • 1,490 Sq Ft
    • 41 W Kings Hwy
    • New 8 days ago

    Welcome to this exceptional income-generating duplex in the heart of Mount Ephraim, perfectly positioned just minutes from major highways and only 15 minutes from Philadelphia. With convenient access to local shopping, dining, and businesses, this property offers both immediate returns and long-term potential.Property highlights include a new A/C unit installed in 2024, prime Location near Route

    Samantha Marx Space & Company

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,151
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$85,634
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,845

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
23.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
13''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

59 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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