Shopping conveniences blend with a suburban lifestyle outside of Phila
Though Washington Township, New Jersey, is tucked along the outskirts of Philadelphia’s suburbs, it still offers a well-connected lifestyle close to amenities and shopping. Suburban-style streets bend and weave through the new and established residential subdivisions – which feature a diverse range of architecture – scattered throughout the township. “Around here, people call this a premier community,” says Kevin Craig, a local Realtor with Real Broker LLC who grew up in Washington Township. “We’re 15 minutes from Philadelphia, and we have access to major highways, endless shops and restaurants, parks and a major hospital. Not to mention we’ve got one of the top school districts around.” Residents can access shopping centers and malls minutes away from their doorsteps, and the Jefferson Washington Township Hospital is centrally located within the neighborhood.
Varied architecture within new and established subdivisions
Suburban-style streets bend and weave throughout the new and established subdivisions scattered throughout the township. The neighborhood has a wide variety of homes, ranging from manufactured homes and condos to elaborate estates situated on multi-acre properties. “We’re definitely still growing, and we’ve got very diverse home styles, too,” Craig says. “There are so many new developments going on I couldn’t even tell you how many there are.” Manufactured homes range from $46,000 to $130,000; condos may cost between $190,000 and $310,000; and twin homes and townhouses can list for $220,000 to $450,000. Still, single-family homes are the most common. The neighborhood’s more established housing stock includes minimalistic bungalows, split-level houses, and ranch styles, some dating back to 1900. Some of the township's earliest subdivisions feature split-level and Colonial Revival styles built between the 1970s and 1990s. These can price between $270,000 and $600,000. Newer construction takes the form of New Traditional and Colonial Revival architecture. Newer homes and larger, established homes with more acreage can fetch between $650,000 and $1.6 million. Craig says Washington Township’s market stays competitive even with a wide variety. “There’s not a whole lot of inventory right now, so the average home generally will go under contract within a week of listing it, with multiple offers and significantly above asking price,” he says.
Washington Township Gloucester offers a diverse selection of homes ranging from classic colonials to modern builds.
Housing in Washington Township Gloucester features a mix of spacious single‑family homes and well‑kept suburban neighborhoods.
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Education in Washington Township’s school district
Washington Township has its own school district, which serves 7,200 students in the county. Schools include B-rated Birches Elementary for kindergarten through fifth grade and Orchard Valley Middle, which earns a B-minus. Students can finish at Washington Township High School. Ranked the third-best public high school in Gloucester County, the A-minus-rated high school receives high scores for athletics as well as clubs and activities, including an award-winning a cappella choir and multiple national honor society chapters.
Orchard Valley Middle School in Washington Township Gloucester is known for its engaging programs and strong community spirit.
2,075 students in grades 9-12 pass through the doors of Washington Township High School in Washington Township Gloucester.
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Shopping centers and Gloucester Premium Outlets offer convenience
Washington Township teems with convenient shopping centers, many clustered along Route 42 and County Road 654. Cross Keys Commons houses a Walmart and Marshalls, along with casual eateries, salons and local businesses. Washington Center Shoppes has additional grocery stores like ACME Markets and the ShopRite of Sewell. The Gloucester Premium Outlets pull shoppers to brand names like Michael Kors, Under Armor and Brooks Brothers just northeast of the township.
Along with a smattering of national fast-food chains, Washington Township is also home to a few local staples, such as the Village Pub, a watering hole with a gastropub menu, full bar and regularly scheduled live music. Packed with 1950s nostalgia, the Nifty Fifty’s Turnersville diner serves a lengthy menu of hand-dipped milkshakes, fresh burgers and old-fashioned sodas.
Go on a shopping spree at the Gloucester Premium Outlets just outside of Washington Township Gloucester.
Travel back to the 1950's for a meal at Nifty Fifty’s in Washington Township Gloucester.
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A hub of recreation at Washington Lake Park
Washington Lake Park is the township’s largest, featuring three playgrounds, multiple trails and various athletic facilities across its 330 acres in the heart of the community. Each playground is ADA compliant, and two are accessible to all users. Courts for basketball, tennis and volleyball are open to the public, as well as softball and baseball diamonds and soccer fields, where many of the park’s youth programs practice. The park’s outdoor amphitheater fills with crowds in the summer and fall for family-friendly events such as concerts and movies. While dogs are not allowed in the main park, Cedar Lake Park is a newly developed offset of Washington Lake Park specifically designed as a dog park to welcome the area’s canines.
James G. Atkinson Memorial Park is a 66-acre option with sports courts and playgrounds. The trails there are especially popular, with local cyclists and dog walkers enjoying them daily. Avid golfers can practice their swing at the Scotland Run Golf Club or Wedgwood Country Club, both within the township. The Funcity Adventure Park offers trampolines and ball pits inside its 40,000-square-foot facility.
The playground at Washington Lake Park in Washington Township Gloucester offers a relaxing spot to swing and unwind.
James G. Atkinson Memorial Park offers wide‑open fields, walking paths, and peaceful scenery near Washington Township Gloucester.
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Fall activities and history during Village Harvest Festival
Washington Lake Park is also the location for various events hosted by local organizations, such as the Olde Stone House Village Harvest Festival, organized by the Washington Township Historic Preservation Commission. The fall festival celebrates the area’s historic roots with old-timey games and live trade demonstrations, such as blacksmithing. Festival goers can take a hayride, pick pumpkins and participate in various other activities while enjoying food from local vendors and live music performances.
Quick access to major thoroughfares and Philadelphia
Routes 55 and 42 border the township, providing access to Interstate 295 and connecting to the heart of Philadelphia, which is 18 miles north. NJ Transit offers bus service in the area and allows transfer access to PATCO, SEPTA, Greyhound and the River Line. Long-distance travelers can catch a flight at Philadelphia International Airport, 20 miles away.
Washington Township Gloucester locals have easy access to Route 55 which borders the neighborhood.
NJ Transit provides bus stops throughout Washington Township Gloucester, offering convenient public transportation access.
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