Haddonfield's historic charm and prehistoric appeal
A charming suburban borough 10 miles outside of Philadelphia, Haddonfield is a quintessential small town with brick sidewalks, cozy family restaurants and top-rated schools. The town, home to slightly more than 12,000 residents, lights up like a Hallmark movie during the holiday season, as wreaths adorn old-fashioned lamp posts and horse-drawn carriages carry carolers down the streets. “It’s one of the only walkable downtowns in South Jersey,” says Eliza Babcock, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty. “It’s got that true downtown feel with businesses set up in beautiful old Colonial buildings.”
Haddonfield’s distinctive vintage character is in part attributed to a 1970s Historic District ordinance, which prevented developers from replacing the centuries-old storefronts with strip malls and national chains. Settled by Quakers in the early 1700s, Haddonfield still bears the marks left by both British and American troops during the Revolutionary War. Long before that, however, dinosaurs staked their claim on these Camden County grounds. In 1858, a Hadrosaurus skeleton was excavated in what is now the family-friendly Pennypacker Park. A replica of this dinosaur stands downtown, near locally adored restaurants and specialty shops. “What really sets it apart is that it is community-oriented,” Babcock says. “Everything is together, and it fosters that friendly, community-oriented sense.”
Enjoy plenty of outdoor dining so you can have lunch with your furry pal in Haddonfield.
The Indian King Tavern was the site of a 1777 meeting of the New Jersey Law in Haddonfield.
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A century of American architecture and newly added condos
Oak, pine and maple trees tower over even the most impressive of homes in Haddonfield, where sidewalks line most residential lanes and historic estates might sit next to contemporary condominiums. “The entire canon of American architectural style can be found here,” says Babcock. “You’ve got beautiful Victorians, Colonials and newer craftsman-style houses.” The median list price for a home in Haddonfield is $835,000, compared to New Jersey’s median price of $525,000 and the national median price of about $406,000. Properties stay on the market for an average of three weeks before they sell.
The Place at Haddonfield is an affordable housing community that is slated to be completed in the first quarter of 2025. The 20-unit development, located next to the post office near downtown Haddonfield, will feature one-, two-, and three-bedroom options.
Brightly colered Victorian homes add character to the streets of Haddonfield.
Colonial symmetry meets Victorian frills with pristine gardening on homes in Haddonfield.
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Boutiques, bistros and breweries on Kings Highway
Centrally located in the borough, downtown Haddonfield is home to hundreds of niche boutiques, cafes, bistros, breweries and a few upscale white-tablecloth restaurants. Because of the walkable strip along Kings Highway, downtown Haddonfield has become one of Camden County’s most popular shopping and dining destinations. Residents can grab groceries at Haddon Culinary, an elevated market, and ACME Markets is also nearby for standard grocery shopping. Several historic churches established in the early 1800s line this downtown strip, including First Baptist Church, Grace Episcopal Church and First Presbyterian Church. All boasting gray stone Gothic Revival architecture with stained-glass windows, these churches feature turrets from which church bells ring out.
Tucked inside one of the downtown alleys on Kings Highway, a sculpture of a Hadrosaurus dinosaur commemorates the 1858 discovery of a nearly complete set of dinosaur fossils in Haddonfield. This excavation led to Dr. Joseph Leidy’s groundbreaking presentation on the first factual anatomy of a dinosaur, which then allowed scientists to understand what is known today about these prehistoric creatures. The Hadrosaurus was named the official state dinosaur of New Jersey in 1991.
On the north side of Haddonfield in Cherry Hill, Towne Place at Garden State Park is a retail area with big-name department stores, chain restaurants, Wegman’s, Costco and Trader Joe’s. About a mile from there, the Ellisburg Circle Shopping Center has fitness studios, storefronts, eateries and Whole Foods. Situated between the two shopping areas, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital was renovated in 2020 to include a seven-story patient pavilion and a new ER department.
Cafe lift started its roots in Philadelphia but grew to Haddonfield Nj.
William Heritage Winery has wine & chocolate tastings to explore in Haddonfield.
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Candlelight shopping, holiday parades and a downtown farmers market
On Friday nights between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the 200-plus shops and restaurants in Downtown Haddonfield stay open late for an event called Candlelight Shopping. There’s live entertainment, festive window displays, and Mr. And Mrs. Claus make an entrance in a red-and-white Chevy cruiser. The free Haddonfield Music Festival takes over a section of Kings Highway each spring when a lineup of local musicians entertains the downtown crowd all day long. The Haddonfield Farmers Market is also hosted downtown every Saturday.
At the Bistro, all delicious sandwiches come with fries, but you can always upgrade to truffle.
Spice up your life with a friendly and helpful staff at Spice and Tea Exchange in Haddonfield.
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Fossils found where walking trails weave through Pennypacker Park
Pennypacker Park is a 32-acre recreation area that extends for 2 miles across the east side of Haddonfield. A section of the park where the dinosaur excavation occurred in the mid-1800s is part of the National Register of Historic Places. A wooded walking trail follows the Cooper River, which feeds into Evans Pond. The park also features playgrounds and athletic fields. Haddonfield has a few smaller neighborhood parks, including Mountwell Park, where there are play structures for different ages and shaded sand pits. On the south side, the private Tavistock Country Club features an 18-hole golf course.
John Giannotti's Hadrosaurus foulkii sculpture in Hadrosaurus Lane is a landmark to Haddonfield.
Jake's Playground is a popular spot for kids in Haddonfield, NJ.
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A-plus-rated Haddonfield Public Schools
Haddonfield Public Schools receives an A-plus and is ranked the No. 1 school district in Camden County, according to Niche. The district is home to three elementary schools, all of which garner an A rating, Haddonfield Middle, which also earns an A, and the A-plus-rated Haddonfield Memorial High. High schoolers have the opportunity to take dual enrollment courses through Camden Community College, which is located on the Pennsylvania border of South Jersey. “The academics are excellent and definitely sought after,” says Babcock. “It’s very highly rated and has nice STEM, music and arts programs.” Haddonfield Friends School is a private institution for pre-kindergarteners through eighth-grade learners that pays homage to the area's Quaker roots.
Central Elementary School is a highly rated, public school located in Haddonfield.
Haddonfield Memorial High School is a four-year comprehensive community public high school.
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Commuting into Philly via the PATCO Speedline
Commuting from Haddonfield to Philadelphia is simplified with the help of the PATCO Speedline, which stops at Haddonfield Station on its way across the Delaware River. The NJ Transit bus system services the town, with several stops along King Highway. Drivers rely on Interstate 295 and the New Jersey Turnpike, which can be accessed about a mile from town. The turnpike turns into Interstate 95, which leads 90 miles to New York City. For more distant destinations, Philadelphia International Airport is about 15 miles from Haddonfield.
The Haddonfield Patco Station will take you to Philly, making local stops along the way.
Quickly and conveniently get to Philadelphia from Haddonfield PATCO Station.
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Typical weather patterns and crime rates in Haddonfield
Haddonfield experiences all four seasons. Its summers are warm, with an average temperature of about 75 degrees, and its winters are cold, with an average temperature of about 45 degrees. February sees the most snow, at around 6 inches.
According to data provided to the FBI, in general, Haddonfield has a significantly lower crime rate than the rest of the state and the national average. However, the city has seen upticks in crimes related to arson and burglary, with motor vehicle thefts increasing.
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