A diverse community characterized by local restaurants flanked by residential streets
In central Camden County, Lindenwold is home to over 21,000 locals and draws homebuyers for its close proximity to both Wilmington and Philadelphia. Its driving distance to both major cities is complemented within Lindenwold itself by an array of local restaurants, which offer a variety of menus and atmospheres. Many of them are found on White Horse Pike, which bisects the city and is flanked by sprawling residential streets. “One of the things that many of our residents love the most is that we’re the sixth-most diversified town in all of New Jersey, which provides a lot of benefits,” says Trevor Shaw, the founder and executive director of the community organization Love Lindenwold. “We have a wide-ranging culinary scene and a lot of mom-and-pop restaurants. We also have some beautiful parks and lakes that are nice to walk around.” The character of the city is reflected in its local scene and abundant green spaces, despite the fact that the city spans less than four square miles in its entirety.
Many of the yards in Lindenwold offer plenty of space for families to enjoy outside.
La Esperanza features classic Hispanic food with outdoor pavilion and outdoor seating.
1/2
Mid-century homes on suburban streets
Lindenwold’s residential streets sprawl outward to the east and west from White Horse Pike. Many blocks are designed in organized, grid-like patterns, and architecture in the city includes an assortment of ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, bungalows and colonial-style homes. “Lindenwold was incorporated in the 1920s as a sort of resort destination for Philadelphia’s elite. A lot of the homes that were initially built here were seasonal and then became full-time,” Shaw says. A number of homes in Lindenwold date to the 1920s, but many of them date to the mid-20th century. The median price of homes here is about $235,000. Townhouses are mostly concentrated in the southwestern corner of the neighborhood, typically priced between $175,000 and $200,000. Single-family homes cost between $250,000 and $400,000.
Lindenwold often experiences very cold winters, with temperatures falling well below freezing, and warm summers. On average, residents can see snowfall exceeding half a foot in January alone.
Ranch style homes are popular choice in Lindenwold.
Single family homes in Lindenwold typically come with a small yard.
1/2
Restaurant fare along White Horse Pike
Residents often head to White Horse Pike to get something to eat. An array of restaurants, ranging from international fare like Mexican and Italian menus to casual cafes and breakfast spots, line the thoroughfare. Nearby taverns, and even stops for frozen treats, complete the selection in Lindenwold. “We have some great ice cream spots,” Shaw says. “There’s Scoopy Lou’s, where they do all kinds of stuff for the kids. They had Transformers come out in costume and invited all the kids to take pictures with them.” Several neighborhood markets sit on Gibbsboro Road, and for larger selections, locals can head to one of two ShopRite grocery stores situated to the east or west of the city. Both locations are less than five miles from central Lindenwold.
Try some of the delicious tacos from AXO in Lindenwold.
India Bazaar Farmer Market has a large variety of spices,fresh produce and authentic groceries.
1/2
Driving distance to two major cities
Lindenwold sits less than 20 miles southeast of Philadelphia and about 40 miles west of Wilmington. Access to Interstate 295 is about 5 miles north. The city is also the easternmost stop on the PATCO high-speed train line, which runs westward through cities like Haddonfield and Westmont before crossing the river into Philadelphia. NJ Transit buses run primarily along White Horse Pike and Berlin Road in the city. “What’s cool about Lindenwold is access to transportation,” says Kenneth Weidler, a broker with Fox & Roach Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, who has been selling homes in the area for over 21 years. “You can get around there without owning a car.” Air travelers can head to Philadelphia International Airport, about 20 miles northwest.
Due to its proximity to two of New Jersey’s neighboring states, and the convenience of the PATCO line, commuters have convenient access to working in Philadelphia or Wilmington while living in Lindenwold. Many major financial corporations call Wilmington home, while Philadelphia’s major employers include healthcare and education.
Green spaces, sports fields and recreational trails
Nearly a dozen parks dot the landscape of Lindenwold and its surrounding area. Lindenwold Memorial Park is the largest recreational space in the area, encompassing trails, open spaces, wooded areas and several small bodies of water. Sports Complex Development has five ballfields on the property, and several Lindenwold High School sports facilities are also in the area. “It has, in my opinion, one of New Jersey’s best baseball setups. You’ll see those fields are used extensively every single day,” Shaw says. “There’s also an outdoor circuit exercise area and tons of wild blueberry bushes.” Portions of the Gibbsboro Trail and Bikeway System also run to the north of Lindenwold.
Work on your game at the fields in Lindenwold Memorial Park.
Take your dog out for a walk at Lindenwold Memorial Park.
1/2
Community gatherings at Lindenwold Memorial Park
Lindenwold Memorial Park also serves as a gathering place for the community and serves as the site of community events. Its pavilion brings the public together in the summer months for movie soundtracks or live music to fill the air. “In the summer, the county puts on concerts and Friday night movies that are free,” Shaw says. Annual festivities include Lindenwold Day, which is held each September and showcases vendors, games, live entertainment and more. “That brings the entire community out for some fun, food, music, rides and entertainment,” Shaw says.
Lindenwold Memorial Park is filled with people getting exercise in the afternoons.
Lindenwold Memorial Park Features an Amphitheater Which Hosts Events Year Round, Most Popularly the Summer “Concert and a Movie” Series
1/2
Educational improvements in the Lindenwold area
The Lindenwold Public School District serves the area. The district has two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school, and earns a C-minus with Niche. “In 2020, we got a new school superintendent who has fought to get our funding back after being underfunded for years,” Shaw says. “The district is building an Early Childhood Center, which will be the first of its kind for our area. That will be preschool, kindergarten and first grade, and it’s set to open in fall 2025.” West of the city, St. John Paul II Regional School is a private Catholic school and receives an A rating from Niche.
Lindenwold High School serves roughly 650 students from the town.
Lindenwold Middle School boasts a student teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
1/2
Changing crime rates in the Lindenwold area
According to the most recent statistics available from the FBI crime database, Lindenwold experienced a slight increase in violent crime from 2022 to 2023. However, property offenses decreased during those same two years.
The Pat Settar Team is a top producing team in Gloucester County that has kept pace with the industry while maintaining exacting standards and integrity.
As the top team in the South Jersey area, they are available to address all of your real estate needs. They look forward to working with you!
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
