Weymouth Township has wooded landscapes and quiet living
Halfway between Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore, Weymouth Township is a rural pocket in Jersey's Pine Barrens. Bordered on the east side by the Great Egg Harbor River and intersected by creeks throughout, the township has expanses of wooded areas dotted with homes and a few locally owned businesses. "It's a lovely area with a really welcoming community," says Jason Myers, real estate agent with Century 21 Glen Cove and longtime resident of the area. Still, locals here enjoy their privacy. "It's the kind of place people go to get their own space and live somewhere surrounded by green," he says.
Secluded homes, waterfront properties and some suburban options
Many homes in Weymouth are tucked away on several acres of woods. Long driveways branching off country roads lead to these secluded properties. "Everyone has plenty of privacy," Myers says. "You don't have to worry about feeling claustrophobic or too tightly packed together, and that's the main appeal for many who come to the area." On the eastern side of town, waterfront homes with private docks also sit on wooded lots. Homebuyers find traditional, Cape Cod and ranch-style properties throughout town, with prices usually ranging from $150,000 to $530,000.There are also some suburban-feeling pockets in Weymouth Township. For instance, the Oaks at Weymouth is a 55-plus community with manufactured homes around tight cul-de-sacs and amenities like pickleball courts and a swimming pool. Homes here sell for between $100,000 and $240,000.
Compared to New Jersey’s state average home price, Weymouth Township homes are significantly more affordable, offering excellent value for those seeking rural charm.
Homes in Weymouth Township have long driveways away from the main street.
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Outdoor recreation and athletics throughout Weymouth
Locals can take out their boats or cast a fishing line on nearby Lake Lenape, and Maple Lake has more trails and water views in the township. Atlantic County Park has more hiking along the Great Egg Harbor River and through wooded areas. Some parts of Weymouth Township abutting the river or along area tributaries are in a flood zone. Some mortgage lenders may require flood insurance for homeowners in these areas.The municipal common has the township building and athletic fields out back. Each year, the township hosts its Christmas tree lighting here, with the event historically including choir performances, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and hot cocoa. The Municipal Field also hosts the town's annual July 4th fireworks show.
Maple Lake, located in Weymouth Township, is a 482-acre wildlife management area surrounded by state-protected forest.
Lake Lenape Park includes a creek and several serene waterfalls, minutes from Township.
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Weymouth Township Elementary and Buena Regional High
Area students typically attend Weymouth Township Elementary School, which has a B-minus rating from Niche, for pre-K through eighth grade. Older students continue to Buena Regional High School, which has a C-plus rating. Students at the high school can enroll in career pathways including law and justice, business, graphic design, technology and more. The high school also offers several Advanced Placement courses and dual enrollment opportunities in collaboration with Atlantic Cape Community College and other local community colleges.
Weymouth Township School serves students from Pre-K through 8th grade and is the district’s only public school.
Buena Regional High School serves Weymouth Township students.
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Dining along Tuckahoe Road and more nearby
Railroad Deli is a local business along Tuckahoe Road with a modest selection of groceries and what Myers calls the best wings and subs in the area. "I go there at least a few times a week," he says. "It's really that good, and that convenient for people looking to make a quick shopping trip." Just down the block, Root Cellar Tavern is another hangout featuring a full bar and menu items like burgers and tacos. The neighboring town of Mays Landing has more restaurants and major retailers such as Walmart Supercenter and Acme Markets.
A staple of Weymouth Township dining, The Railroad Deli features a menu packed with pizza, strombolis, cheesesteaks, and fresh deli options.
The Railroad Deli in Weymouth Township is a local favorite, serving pizza, deli sandwiches, and hearty comfort food with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
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Driving to Philly and the Jersey Shore
U.S. Route 40 is nearby, taking drivers 25 miles east to Atlantic City and connecting with other highways into Philadelphia, about 50 miles north. "It's easy to get just about anywhere you want to, and within an hour or so, you can be as far as the Delaware Bay," Myers says. The AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center Mainland Campus and Atlantic City International Airport are both about 18 miles from Weymouth Township.
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