Riverton, NJ Homes for Sale

Riverton, NJ, founded in 1851 by Quakers seeking a retreat from Philadelphia, is a small borough with a population of nearly 3,000. Known for its historic charm, Riverton features tree-lined streets and homes dating back to the mid-1800s, including Victorians and Colonial Revivals, alongside newer builds that maintain the historic exterior aesthetic. The Arbor Day Association has designated Riverton as a Tree City USA since 1989, highlighting its lush, green streets. Riverton School serves kindergarten through eighth grade, and students often walk or bike to school. Cinnaminson High School, offering a dual credit program with Rowan College at Burlington County, is also highly rated. Local points of interest include Palmyra Promenade Park, where residents enjoy river views and leisurely walks, and Riverton Memorial Park, which features playgrounds, ballfields, and courts for basketball and tennis. The Riverton Yacht Club, the oldest on the Delaware River, hosts sailboat races and offers sailing classes for kids. The town center around Main Street and River Road is home to restaurants like The Early Bird, Revive Café, and Milanese Pizza, with Nellie Bly’s Olde Tyme Ice Cream Parlour nearby. For shopping, ShopRite is about 2 miles away. Riverton is approximately 10 miles from Center City Philadelphia, accessible by car or public transportation via New Jersey Transit’s River Line and PATCO trains.