Located 6 miles from the Delaware River's banks and 15 miles from Philadelphia's Center City, West Moorestown is a popular residential neighborhood known for its historic charm, highly-rated schools and low CAP Index score of 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. "There's the east side of Moorestown, where you have large estate homes on the cusp of farmland, and then there's the west side of Moorestown with historic homes and proximity to Main Street," says Melissa Young, a real estate salesperson with Compass New Jersey, LLC., who has nearly 30 years of experience in the industry. "West Moorestown is specifically one small neighborhood on the west side." Once little more than an agricultural Quaker community, West Moorestown blends suburban convenience with urban proximity in a quaint small-town setting.
You'll find no shortage of shopping and dining options along Main Street in West Moorestown.
West Moorestown is a part of the Historic Moorestown area, founded in 1682.
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A blend of old and new homes
Residential streets canopied by mature trees feature a blend of new and old homes, some of which have been converted into duplexes. Historic designs include 18th- and 19th-century Queen Annes, Victorians and colonial-styles near Main Street. Other roads give way to 20th-century bungalows, split-levels, Cape Cods, American Foursquares and ranch-style homes. Modern Colonial Revivals and New Traditionals are also common. Most properties feature attached garages and roomy lots large enough for fenced-in backyards and in-ground pools. Sales prices range from the $400,000s to the $800,000s, with some properties selling for around $1 million.
Older, more historic homes can be found in West Moorestown closer to the heart of town.
Many of the larger homes in West Moorestown can have over 4 bedrooms, providing plenty of space for big families.
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A-rated schools in West Moorestown
The Moorestown Township Public School District earns an A-plus rating from Niche and is recognized as the best district in Burlington County. Pre-kindergarteners through third graders are divided between two A-rated schools: George C. Baker Elementary and Mary E. Roberts Elementary. Other A-rated schools include Moorestown Upper Elementary for fourth through sixth graders and William Allen Middle. Moorestown High School earns an A-plus and is known for its rigorous academics and extracurricular activities. Residents are also close to the A-plus-rated Moorestown Friends School, a private Quaker school and the top-rated private institution in the county.
Moorestown High School has been rated as the best high school overall in Burlington County.
Moorestown Friends School, where every step leads to discovery.
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Strolls around Strawbridge Lake
West Moorestown residents have a short walk to the 70-acre Strawbridge Lake Park. "It's one of my favorite spots to walk along the water," says John Wuertz, managing director and broker associate at Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach. Patches of greenery are scattered around the park, attracting dog walkers, anglers and kayakers. Although there are no sidewalks, Wuertz notes the area is not typically subject to heavy automobile traffic.
Up the road, Memorial Field boasts several sports fields, a quarter-mile racetrack that encircles one of three soccer fields and a multi-war memorial in honor of residents who died in service to the country; the park serves as the site of an annual Memorial Day celebration. Additional green spaces include the wooded 40-acre South Valley Woods Preserve with unmarked trails and the 34-acre Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area, which offers established trails and boardwalks that weave past wetlands and wildlife observation areas on the east side of town. Stokes Hill is another open space and popular sledding hill 1 mile from the neighborhood, and Frank Fullerton Memorial Park's castle-themed playground draws year-round crowds.
West Moorestown residents are never too far from natural beauty found at Strawbridge Lake Park.
Walk along the paved paths at Strawbridge Park in Moorestown.
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Shopping, dining and entertainment on Main Street
Restaurants, cafes, bakeries and boutiques line Moorestown's vibrant Main Street, less than a mile from the neighborhood. Outdoor seating areas are scattered along red brick sidewalks, enticing patrons to enjoy leisurely morning coffees. "The Cubby Hole and the French Press are popular cafes," Young says. "They're right in the middle of town, and everyone hangs out on the patio all summer long." Then there's the Pie Lady Cafe, where breakfast crowds gather for hearty American classics, homemade pies and fresh scones. Coffee shops outnumber bars and breweries for a good reason. "Moorestown was a dry town until last year," Wuertz says. "Liquor licenses are rare; that's why all the restaurants are BYOB." The Community House of Moorestown is another Main Street landmark. This stately 1900s brick building serves as a community gathering place for summer concert series on the front lawn, holiday tree lightings, annual fundraisers and meetings for local clubs and nonprofits. Other annual events include Moorestown Day, when attendees can peruse food and craft vendor stalls along Main Street, enjoy live music and chat with neighbors. Centerton Square features big-box stores like Target, Wegmans and Costco Wholesale, 3 miles from the neighborhood. The shopping center borders a Lockheed Martin facility, a major regional employer. West Moorestown residents are also nearly equidistant from East Gate Square and Moorestown Mall. Cherry Hill Mall offers a more extensive shopping selection about four miles east. A few family farms are still scattered around town. "Flying Feather Farm is the most popular farmstand around," Wuertz says. "They have amazing rotisserie chicken." Flying Feather also sells fresh produce, plants, dairy products and canned goods.
Find all of your shopping needs near Mount Laurel at the Moorestown Mall.
Enjoy walks along Main Street with friends in West Moorestown.
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Center City and Manhattan commuters
Public transportation, paved sidewalks and proximity to Main Street cater to cyclists, walkers and Center City commuters. The Riverton light rail station, one of the three nearby River Line stops, is about 6 miles from West Moorestown, and Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital is 5 miles away. Those who prefer to drive have about a 15-mile commute to Center City via Interstate 95. Philadelphia International Airport is about 23 miles away and New York City is about 90 miles away. "I know several Manhattan commuters," Wuertz says. "You can drive about 30 minutes to Hamilton, hop on the express train from Hamilton and be in the city within an hour and a half," Wuertz says. Other major thoroughfares include New Jersey State Route 38, Route 90 and Interstate 295.
Access nearby areas from West Moorestown with ease on NJ Transit buses.
Strawbridge Lake acts as a natural border for the West Moorestown neighborhood on the south side.
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Parks in this Area
Locust Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Laurel Acres Park
Strawbridge Lake Park
Boating
Picnic Area
Trails
Percheron Park
Trails
Fullerton Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Haines Park
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
34 min drive
Bus
Camden Ave & Devon Ave#
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Camden Ave & Collins Ave#
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W Main St 200'W Of Union St#
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W Main St & Locust St#
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Camden Ave 250'W Of Fairview Ave#
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W Main St 300'W Of Church St
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Camden Ave & Fairview Ave#
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Moorestown
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Moorestown, Moorestown sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Moorestown, Moorestown over the last 12 months is $642,907, up 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$612,500
Median Single Family Price
$601,150
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$296
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$601,150
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
247
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,205
Above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,603
Median Age
46
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$121,249
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$151,639
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
71.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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