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Florence Township

Florence Township

Suburban Neighborhood in Burlington City, New Jersey

Burlington County 08016, 08505, 08518, 08554

Neighborhood Reviews
3.1
$408,133 Average Value
$214 Average Price per Sq Ft
30 Homes For Sale

A riverfront township in South Jersey

Tucked amongst the banks of the Delaware River is Florence Township, a serene river town in Burlington County. “It has a small town vibe. People are friendly and everyone looks out for each other,” says Joseph Bongiorno, a local Realtor with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Maturo, who has nearly 10 years of experience in the industry. The township comprises multiple communities, like the former factory town Roebling and the community of Florence. While quaint streets with historic riverfront homes and newer subdivisions with traditional style homes are scattered around, sections of town are heavily industrial, with big-name distribution centers ranging from Amazon to BJ’s Wholesale to Express Scripts. Just outside the township's borders are the headquarters and distribution center for Burlington Coat Factory, which serves as one of the community’s largest employers.

Uniform and eclectic streets

In Roebling, various architectural styles are scattered throughout the community. Along Riverside Avenue, stately colonials sit next to twin duplexes. Further inland, rowhomes and bungalows make up most of the landscape. To the east, housing styles are less uniform, with a mix of Cape Cods, colonials, Split-Levels and ranch-style homes. Prices for these typically range from the low $200,000s to the mid $500,000s. “One of the biggest draws to the area is that property taxes are lower than surrounding towns,” Bongiorno says. South of U.S. Route 130, newer subdivisions with larger traditional homes feature the most expensive properties in town, with sales prices reaching into the mid $800,000s. Condominiums and townhouse communities priced between the low $100,000s to the upper $300,000s are clustered along Florence Columbus Road.

Walks to school

The Florence Township School District serves the community and scores average ratings on Niche. Prekindergarten through third-grade students may attend the C-rated Roebling Elementary School. Fourth through eighth-grade students attend the Florence Riverfront School, which scores a C-plus. Ninth through 12th grade students earn their diplomas from Florence Township Memorial High School. In addition to a B-minus rating on Niche, high school students can opt to participate in Advanced Placement courses that range from calculus to music theory.

Commutes on Interstate 95

Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 130 run directly through town. Center City Philadelphia is about a 30 mile drive on either Interstate 295 or 95, while Trenton is about 15 miles away. The NJ Transit River Line has two stops in town- Florence and Roebling Station. Commuters can take the train about an hour to Camden, then take the PATCO train or bus over the river to Philadelphia. Bus service is also available throughout the township, with stops along East Front Street, Delaware and Hornberger Avenue. Other nearby establishments include Lower Bucks Hospital, Virtua Willingboro Hospital and Trenton-Mercer Airport.

Waterfront retreats at the park

Many waterfront parks are found along the Delaware River’s banks. Roebling Park is the largest waterfront park, where vast green fields await for afternoon picnics. Other amenities include a quaint gazebo with a bright red roof, a playground with a swing set, and a basketball court. It’s also a popular spot for sunset walks along the river. Next door, furry friends can play a game of catch at the only dog park in town. Further east, anglers and boaters can enjoy a day on the water at Volunteer’s Park. A walk down West Front Street leads to Kenneth Wilkie Memorial River’s Edge Park, which features a tennis court and canopied walkways. The Florence Township Municipal Complex offers several sports facilities, including a playground, where kids can play through local leagues.

Local shops and restaurants

Locals can enjoy a slice of pizza from Rocco’s, a family-run Italian restaurant serving the community since 1975, while other Italian joints like Palermo’s II are nearby. “Both spots have great pizza, but it’s also the type of atmosphere that when you walk in, everyone knows who you are,” Bongiorno says. Vinny G’ Bagels and Deli is the go-to stop for bagels and subs, and Subculture Artisan Ales is the local watering hole for a drink after work. Hot summer days lead to evenings on the patio with an ice cream in hand at Debbie’s Snack Shop. “Debbie’s is across from the boat ramp where there’s benches and a gazebo. So, it’s common for kids and families to grab their ice cream and head across the street to watch the boats go by,” Bongiorno says. Other local shops include Florence Hardware for DIY projects and Roebling Town Market IGA for last-minute groceries. “The market is small, so it’s where you go if you only need a couple things, otherwise there’s a ShopRite and ACME Markets within 5 miles,” Bongiorno says. Locals can also head to neighboring Burlington Township for big box stores like Target and Walmart Supercenter.

Community events in Florence

Although Florence Township has less than 15,000 residents, the community holds an annual Patriotic Celebration Day around Independence Day weekend. Festivities include a parade in the morning, with live music, food and fireworks in the evening. However, the Roebling Carnival marks the start of summer. For four days, locals can head to Nyikita Field for an evening filled with games, rides, food trucks and fun. Other attractions include the Roebling Museum, which highlights the community’s origins as a factory town built by John A. Roebling’s Sons Company.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Trenton Mercer

32 min drive

Subway

Roebling

Subway

Florence

Bus

Hornberger Ave & Norman Ave

Bus

Front St & Spruce St

Bus

Delaware Ave & Pelle Ct

Bus

Front St & Foundry St

Bus

Hornberger Ave & 10th Ave

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Hornberger Ave & 5th Ave

Bus

Front St & Church St

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 16 Reviews
1.0 Current Resident
3/5/2019 Niche Review
It smells terrible, everyone is stuck up, parents act worse than children, every single teacher should be fired and its dry af out here
3.0 Niche User
3/24/2015 Niche Review
The weather in the winter is very harsh. There is a lot of snow, even in March. Every couple years we get a hurricane, which usually affects South NJ.
5.0 Current Resident
1/18/2017 Niche Review
Florence is a very nice town. The people are friendly and the neighbors are great. The local markets are very convenient. The schools have very qualified teachers. The town is very family-friendly.
3.0 Niche User
11/12/2015 Niche Review
The area is a growing community. It is small and family based
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Florence Township US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$331,250
Median Single Family Price
$371,250
Median Townhouse Price
$300,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$201,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$130,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Last 12 months Home Sales
204
Months of Supply
1.80
Median List Price
$330,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,934
Median Year Built
1961
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,225
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,457
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,030
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
785
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761

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    $405,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,584 Sq Ft
    • 285 Delaware Ave

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    $879,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,174 Sq Ft
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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
12,718
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$97,485
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,905

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
28.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.1%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

12 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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