Situated on the fringes of the Pine Barrens in New Jersey, New Hanover is a township that dates to the days of King George II, who drew its boundaries to set it apart from neighboring communities. Farming took hold as the area’s primary trade, which has continued into the present day and is reflected in a five-day celebration that attracts thousands of attendees.
More than 350 years after its founding, New Hanover is also home to the U.S. Army’s Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. “It’s a rural area,” says AnnaMarie Comforte, a broker associate with Keller Williams Premier. “New Hanover draws a lot of people for McGuire Air Force Base and Fort Dix, so you’re going to have a lot of people that live right off the base. It’s very spread-out, because you’ve got farms, and it’s quiet, besides hearing the planes that come in the closer you are to the base.” The rural surroundings allow for sizable lots, and locals are within driving distance of both Philadelphia and Trenton.
New Hanover is still mostly rural with horse farms lining Monmouth Rd.
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is the most visible resident of New Hanover.
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Homes near McGuire Air Force Base and Fort Dix
Most homes in New Hanover are concentrated in its northeastern corner, and many properties have ranch-style or colonial-style architecture. “New Hanover has relatively larger homes,” Comforte says. “You do have some smaller ones in the mix, but there are colonial-style homes and lots of developments.” Lot sizes can vary, from 1-2 acres to over half a dozen acres. That variation also means there is a wide range of prices; most recently-sold homes have cost between $370,000 and around $500,000. Residents should be aware that aircraft flyovers and military exercises, among other aspects of the air force base, can cause noise in the surrounding area.
Ranch homes adorn the residential streets of New Hanover.
Large colonial homes in New Hanover have shaded front porches to help you beat the heat.
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Two districts and four schools for New Hanover students
From kindergarten through third grade, kids in New Hanover can attend C.B. Lamb Elementary School, which receives a B rating from Niche. North Hanover Township Upper Elementary School also scores a B and serves fourth through sixth grade. Students must then switch districts to the B-plus-rated Northern Burlington County Regional Middle School and Northern Burlington County Regional High School for the remainder of grade school.
C.B. Lamb Elementary School has 288 students in grades PK-3.
Northern Burlington County Regional High School that gets a B+ rating from Niche.
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Pick-your-own produce at local New Jersey markets
Within New Hanover, Pudgy’s Sports Pub tunes their televisions to the biggest games of the night and offers happy hour deals. Just north of the community, the Oak & Ember Grill specializes in classic American dishes and hosts live music, while diners can find German food at Sebastian’s Schnitzelhaus to the west of New Hanover. “There are lots of farms,” Comforte says. “You can get vegetables at Robson’s Farm or Durr’s Bluebox. There are lots of farm markets.”
Both Robson’s Farm and Durr’s Bluebox Produce are less than 10 miles north of New Hanover and allow locals to pick their own items. Less than 10 miles west, the Columbus Farmers Market is a local landmark, and its flea market and Amish Market are among its most popular draws. “New Hanover is also close to Bordentown for lots of good food,” Comforte says. “There are so many great restaurants in Bordentown. It’s like a little city.” Bordentown is just over 10 miles northwest of New Hanover.
Sebastian's Schnitzelhaus in New Hanover serves up classic German cuisine in an elaborately decorated setting.
Bordentown is only 10 miles from New Hanover and has a large assortment of stores and restaurants.
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Recreation at parks outside of New Hanover
Locals typically have to go outside of New Hanover to find recreational spots. “As far as parks go, they do have baseball fields and picnic areas in the parks, as well as tennis, hockey, basketball, playgrounds and walking trails in some of them,” Comforte says. Nearby green spaces include Juliustown Park, which has sports courts and fields, a pavilion and a playground. Veterans Park, in the nearby Springfield, also has athletic fields and courts, a walking path and a batting cage less than 4 miles away. About 10 miles and a trip around the air base from central New Hanover, golfers can hit the links at the public Hanover Golf Club.
Have your next family barbecue under the shaded pavilion at Juliustown Park.
Tire out the tykes on the playground at Veterans Park.
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Driving west to the interstate and New Jersey Turnpike
Interstate 295 and the New Jersey Turnpike are each less than 20 miles northwest. Route 206 is less than 10 miles west. “It’s close to easy access to major highways,” Comforte says. “Route 206 is convenient for traveling to the turnpike and parkway.” Commuters can drive to Trenton, about 21 miles north, or to Philadelphia, less than 50 miles west. Deborah Heart and Lung Center sits under 6 miles south. Locals are also close to other nearby towns. “There is proximity to other towns like New Egypt and Springfield, which are all kind of entwined with each other,” Comforte says.
A green wall at Deborah Heart and Lung Center in Browns Mills shows its commitment to clean air and sustainability.
New Hanover can hop on a train to Trenton or Philadelphia with ease.
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The Burlington County Farm Fair attracts thousands
Less than 8 miles west, the annual Burlington County Farm Fair draws thousands of attendees each year. “It’s actually in Springfield Township, but it’s not too far,” Comforte says. “From New Hanover to there, it can be less than a 10-minute drive.” The five-day festival centered around agriculture features activities for both adults and kids, rodeos, rides, contests and more. About 10 miles southwest, Historic Smithville Park hosts seasonal celebrations. The nearby New Egypt is home to other attractions, including New Larita Winery and New Egypt Speedway.
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