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Plenty of big city access
In the shadows of New York City is Fords, part of Woodbridge Township, in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Ten small towns make up the Woodbridge community and the neighborhood used to be known as Fords Corner. Fords is more of a bedroom community that benefits from being close to Newark, Trenton and New York City. Realtor Rosa Cardoso, who has sold homes in the community for five years, says many residents live in Fords because they value the suburban feel and convenient commuting options.
There is a large supply of classic single family homes in Fords, NJ.
Fords, NJ has a quiet suburban feel in one of the most densely populated portions of New Jersey.
There is even a small lake at Fords Park in Fords, NJ.
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Fords is a "good family neighborhood"
Cardoso says there are several duplexes, colonials and cottages in the neighborhood. “The community has a small-town feel,” she says. “It’s a good family neighborhood.” Homes in the community cost between $291,000 and $702,000. Cardoso adds that most houses are on smaller lots — parcels average around 7,000 square feet. Fords is a highly residential area. Less than 1% of structures are commercial properties.
The median home price in Fords, NJ is $477,000.
Streets lined with modestly sized Cape Cods are common in Fords, NJ.
There are even some classic bungalow style homes in Fords, NJ.
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JFK High has a plethora of clubs
Neighborhood schools are in the Woodbridge Township School District, with an A-minus rating from Niche. Fords Avenue School and Fords Middle School both have B-minus Niche rankings. John F. Kennedy Memorial High School has over 60 clubs, including ping pong and A Capella clubs. The school earned an A rating from Niche and. There are also 15 colleges and universities local to Iselin, including Rutgers, Union College and Middlesex Colleg
Ford Avenue Elementary School is conveniently located in the center of the Fords neighborhood of Woodbridge, NJ.
Fords Middle School in Fords, NJ has a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1.
John F Kennedy Memorial High School offers the next step in education to the region's teens.
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River park features lots of green space
The progressive playground at the 182-acre Merrill Park is managed and funded by local businesses, the area government, local schools and regional community groups. Situated on the South Branch of Rahway River, the park features several athletic fields and green spaces to explore. The Woodbridge Community Center within the neighborhood has several youth and adult programs like ice hockey and pickleball.
Several small businesses foster a vibrant shopping and dinning scene
The nearby Woodbridge Center is a one-stop mall for grocery shopping at Wegmans, sharing a meal at Bonefish Grill or purchasing clothes at Macy’s. There are several small businesses in Fords or the surrounding area. Box Lunch in nearby Edison has accessories and men’s and women’s apparel. 2nd Rule Coffee Co. is a local pop-up coffee stand that brews specialty coffees throughout the region. In nearby Iselin is Little India, which has more than 400 South Asian storefronts. Skyline Mini Golf is a perfect spot for family fun or date night.
The Colonial Restaurant in Fords, NJ is open 7 days a week from 6am-3pm.
The lunchtime crowd at the Colonial Restaurant in Fords, NJ.
Ford's BBQ is a Portuguese style churrascaria in Fords, NJ.
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Take your furry friends to meet Santa
Fords and the surrounding communities gather every late November for a light parade and pet photos with Santa. Additionally, during the Thanksgiving holiday, the region has a Turkey Trot. And the communities come together every October for several events.
Fords, NJ is convenient to both the Garden State Parkway and the NJ Turnpike.
Commuters have lots of options
There are 20 hospitals near Fords for medical care, including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital HMH Raritan Bay Medical Center. Fords is local to major highways like the New Jersey Turnpike, I-95, the Garden State Parkway, Route 1 and Route 9. Residents can make the 30-mile trek to New York City or take advantage of the two NJTransit commuter rail stations in Perth Amboy or Woodbridge — both stations are less than a 10-minute drive from the community. Two bus stops along New Brunswick Avenue are a short drive away. The closest airport to Fords is Newark Liberty International, less than a 30-minute drive. Fords is less than 15 minutes from Raritan Bay Waterfront Park.
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Parks in this Area
Fords Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Columbus Circle Park
Washington Park
William Warren Park
Bruce A. Turcotte Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
27 min drive
Bus
Main St & Vine St
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Ford Ave & Marie Rd
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New Brunswick Ave & Oregon Ave
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Ford Ave & Main St
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King Georges Post Rd & Izola Ave
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New Brunswick Ave & Liberty St
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New Brunswick Ave & Penn Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fords
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fords, Woodbridge sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fords, Woodbridge over the last 12 months is $497,184, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,232
Median Age
41
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$100,236
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,732
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.1%
College Graduates
31%
Advanced Degrees
9.9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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