$256,508Average Value$202Average Price per Sq Ft10Homes For Sale
Small suburb close to big amenities, 2 miles from downtown Trenton
Villa Park is one of the smallest suburbs of Trenton, just 2 miles east of downtown. But despite its postage stamp size, the neighborhood is surrounded by amenities that are integral to the wider community, including Trenton Central High and the Capital Health – East Trenton Medical Center. There's a namesake park, which serves as a focal point for residents. But this isn’t the only park around, and thanks to walkable streets that stretch the length of the neighborhood, it’s easy to reach other green spaces, along with numerous small businesses popping up near homes. All of this goes a long way to boosting Trenton's reputation as a former industrial center in search of a new identity. Plus, prices can seem like a bargain for those who are leaving denser urban areas. “In the early 2020s, I saw a lot of North New Jersey and Philadelphia residents migrating to Trenton neighborhoods,” says Fareeda Stokes, a Realtor with Harkes Realty & Associates.
Chamber St is one of the main thoroughfares near Villa Park, holding many local businesses,
Villa Park houses are adorned by beautiful green foliage.
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A 10-minute drive to Pennsylvania
Residents can pick up Hamilton Avenue on the north side and then take the Lower Trenton Bridge into Morrisville, which has more entertainment destinations, particularly breweries and distilleries for vodka, beer and even kombucha. The drive takes about 10 minutes. “It’s close to the Pennsylvania border, so you’ll even see people moving over to Trenton suburbs from Newtown,” says Rana Bernhard, a Realtor with Weichert Realtors. Closer to home, buses on Hamilton and Chambers also help with exploring retail around the neighborhood. Commuters can get to Penn Station in New York City within about 90 minutes, thanks to the Trenton Transit Center, about a mile west.
Trenton Transit Center is only a few minutes away from Villa Park.
Trenton Transit Center connects Villa Park residents to places as far as NYC and Philadelphia.
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Diverse dining on Chambers Street
One of the easiest ways for residents to find food is to head west toward Chambers Street. Central American, Latin American, Caribbean, Spanish – the cuisine along this stretch is quite diverse. Bamboo Grill specializes in Jamaican favorites like jerk chicken. Going just a block or two more west past this restaurant row, residents can run errands. Groceries are available at Compare Foods, which sits next to a Family Dollar, and there’s a CVS on Franklin Street. Small specialty markets, like Porfirio’s Italian Foods, are common in the area.
Bamboo Jamaican brings a diverse food choice in Villa Park.
Guatepan Bakery serves fresh baked goods & treats in Villa Park.
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Villa Park's new playground
The namesake Villa Park installed a new playground in September 2024, proving the community’s continued investment in this gathering space. Tennis courts, walking paths and shaded lawns are also part of the experience. For those who prefer to play baseball, Wetzel Field is the neighborhood go-to. About a mile west is Kuser Farm Park, a 22-acre expanse featuring a Victorian mansion that hosts popular community events. Winter Wonderland is the big end-of-year bash with rides, a petting zoo and a tree-lighting ceremony. The park also has a playground and lawns for picnicking.
Villa Park has many amenities for a variety of people looking to have fun outdoors.
Serve up a game of tennis and other activities in NJTL Villa Park.
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Mix of multi-family homes, rowhouses and cottages in Villa Park
There are plenty of semi-detached multi-family homes in Villa Park, along with colorful rowhouses that create an old-school suburban feel where sidewalks replace front yards, and a sense of tight-knit neighborliness is preferred over distance. Prices range from $135,000 to $270,000. Even the single-family homes are focused on being economical with space, often preferring to grow up into multiple stories. Slender profiles are enhanced by tall windows and a thin set of stairs leading to the front door. Prices range from $250,000 to $300,000. But beyond this price category, the housing tends to grow wider rather than taller. Bungalows and simple boxy cottage styles from the 1920s through the 1940s begin to appear. Ranging anywhere from two to four bedrooms, these properties can range from $230,000 to $330,000. Many of them have been well-maintained or renovated. And perhaps most importantly, for those homebuyers who prefer more standard suburban perks, these properties often have driveways, garages and strips of grass.
Row-homes taking up entire blocks can be found in Villa Park.
Some corners of Villa Park have rows of simple Cottage houses.
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Small learning communities at Trenton Central High
Students can begin at Robbins Elementary, which teaches kindergarten through fifth grade, and then move up to Hedgepeth-Williams Intermediate. Both of these schools receive a D-plus from Niche. Trenton Central High stands out on the neighborhood’s north end with a bold modernist asymmetric design. It’s the former high school of many well-known figures, including rapper and entrepreneur Jay-Z. Students can pursue specialized learning tracks through small learning communities. STEM, communications, medicine and business are some available areas of focus. The school receives a C.
Trenton Central High School serves many of the Trenton neighborhoods.
Franklin Elementary School is a K-5th Grade School serving many neighborhoods in Trenton.
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Parks in this Area
Kuser Farm Park
Tennis
Playground
Events
Columbus Park
Playground
Events
Multi-Purpose Field
Villa Park
Columbus Park
Franklin Park
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
16 min drive
Bus
Chambers St & Liberty St
Bus
Chambers St & Morris Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Villa Park
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Villa Park, Trenton sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Villa Park, Trenton over the last 12 months is $255,191, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Step into this beautifully refreshed single-family home in the heart of sought-after Hamilton Township a perfect opportunity for first-time homebuyers or anyone looking to enjoy comfort, character, and convenience under one roof. From the moment you enter, you're welcomed by a bright and airy open-concept living and dining area, designed for easy entertaining and everyday life. Original charm
Located in the Villa Park section of Trenton, this single detached Colonial offers a solid layout with good space throughout. The home features three bedrooms, a large family room, and a full basement, providing plenty of room for storage or potential additional living space.A covered front porch adds a welcoming touch, while the rear deck offers space for outdoor seating or a small
Come explore this lovely home located in the desirable Villa Park section of Trenton! This spacious property features 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and private 4-car rear parking — a rare find in the area.Step inside to find a welcoming living room and a bright kitchen with ample cabinet space, perfect for cooking and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, there’s an additional bonus room
Owner is a licensed realtor. Unit 2 (Upstairs) is empty. Unit 1 is occupied by a long term tenant (10+ years) who is stable, trustworthy and reliable. Photos of Unit 1 are prior to her occupancy. Unit 1 heats with oil, radiators, hot water source is nat gas. Tenant pays all own utilities. Tenant's daughter has special needs and will be at home during most showings, which are limited to
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,233
Median Age
36
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$69,863
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,329
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
% Population in Labor Force
60.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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