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West Amwell has a country lifestyle with easy access to Lambertville
West Amwell is a rural central New Jersey township that offers country living near the artsy city of Lambertville. “It’s interesting because most people who move to West Amwell are locals,” says Nina Burns, a sales associate with Callaway Henderson Sotheby’s International Realty who’s sold homes in the area for 25 years. “It's people who still love the area but want more elbow room, privacy and the ability to raise some chickens and sheep. On top of that, it's really convenient to little towns like Lambertville and New Hope, which have a lot of things going on during weekends, and it's easy to get to Princeton.”
Living farms, hiking trails and a local theater for recreation
Preserved farmland and natural areas are spread throughout West Amwell. Many of these are private, but the Howell Living History Farm offers demonstrations of various farming techniques, like maple sugaring, sheep shearing and beekeeping. Baldpate Mountain is a popular hiking area nearby and other hiking trails are near Hopewell. In Lambertville, the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail — called the towpath by locals — is a paved path that runs along the canal from Trenton to Easton, Pennsylvania. “It’s called a towpath because it was the path that they used to tow all the barges up and down the canals,” Burn says. “People walk, bike, jog, even cross-country ski on it.” The Music Mountain Theatre has regular performances of musicals and plays, and they also have kids’ acting classes.
Various housing styles on acreage and townhouses near Lambertville
West Amwell’s ranch-style, Cape Cod and colonial homes sit far from neighbors amid forests and farmland. The average property size is around 5 acres, but some can be larger. “There’s not ever a big inventory of homes in West Amwell because of the fact that you don’t have big neighborhoods,” Burns says. “It’s individual homes on up to 25 acres.” Most houses were built from the early 1900s through the 2000s, and these typically cost between $280,000 and $1 million, depending on size, acreage and condition. New construction homes can cost between $950,000 and $1.3 million, while a restored 18th-century colonial farmhouse on over a hundred acres recently sold for around $2.2 million. Townhouses near Lambertville range from around $500,000 to $900,000, depending on size, plus monthly homeowners association fees between $300 and $350. Undeveloped 3- to 20-acre parcels range from $125,000 to $350,000.
A regional school district with a new middle school coming soon
Kids can attend schools in the South Hunterdon Regional School District, which earns a B-minus from Niche and serves kids in West Amwell, Lambertville and Stockton. They can start at the B-minus-rated South Hunterdon Regional Elementary from pre-kindergarten through Grade 4. A new middle school building is under construction; for now, middle schoolers attend Grades 5 through 6 at the C-plus-rated West Amwell Elementary and Grades 7 through 8 at the B-rated South Hunterdon Regional High, which also serves the area’s high school students and has a student-to-teacher ratio of eight to one.
A car-reliant community within 30 minutes of Trenton and Princeton
“From anywhere in West Amwell, you're literally less than five minutes away from Lambertville,” Burns says. U.S. Route 202 leads about 9 miles to Flemington, and state Route 29 leads 19 miles to Trenton, where Philadelphia commuters can take the train at the West Trenton station, a trip that takes a total of one and a half hours. Princeton is a 16-mile drive on country roads. Hunterdon Medical Center is about 11 miles away. The Trenton-Mercer Airport has domestic flights 12 miles away, and Philadelphia International Airport is a 53-mile trip.
Antiques, art and locally owned restaurants in Lambertville
Lambertville is the nearest city, providing a walkable downtown area full of restaurants, shops and art galleries. “Lambertville has always been an artsy-fartsy town,” Burns says. “It’s known for its art galleries and antique stores. During the summer months, there are always musicians playing along the streets near the art galleries.” There are also plenty of locally owned restaurants, like El Tule, which serves Mexican and Peruvian dishes in a casual atmosphere. Lambert Station Restaurant offers upscale pub fare in a 19th-century train station with a patio overlooking a canal. The town of New Hope, Pennsylvania, has more options just across the Delaware River. Nearby grocery stores include Basil Bandwagon Natural Market and McCaffrey’s Food Market.
A year of events in Lambertville, including the popular ShadFest
Lambertville has a packed schedule of community events. “It seems like every season they do something,” Burns says. “They do a great job of making sure it doesn’t die down during any season.” While there’s always something going on, the two-day ShadFest each spring is the city’s most popular event, drawing thousands to catch fish in the Delaware River, browse local artisans and dance to live music.
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Parks in this Area
Hewitt Park
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
26 min drive
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Amwell, NJ sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Amwell, NJ over the last 12 months is $683,522, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This sweet Colonial home dates back to the 1700s but it's far from stuck in time! With reverence for its roots and just the right amount of modem-day love, it has grown into a home that honors history while embracing the rhythms of 21??-century life. Step inside and immediately admire the pumpkin pine floors, wide and honeyed with age. Original details warm nearly every room, including the
Russell PolesCallaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Lambertville
This property is sold AS-IS. Situated on 14.54 acres, of which 13.54 acres is designated farmland assessment. This Dutch colonial style farmhouse offers tremendous possibilities. Features include four bedrooms, two baths, kitchen, living room and bonus room. Along with a three room in the home office, with a private entrance, this space offers flexibility for many uses. An additional
Nicholas DepaolaColdwell Banker Realty Spring Lake
Nestled on a serene 3-acre lot, this captivating 1958 home offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty & creative potential. Originally an artist's sanctuary, this property exudes charm & character, with expansive spaces designed to inspire. The main floor features a spacious living room with a cozy wood burning fireplace, a separate dining room, and an eat in kitchen. A full-length deck
Welcome to your DREAM home in the highly sought-after Hills of Hunterdon Community! With 5,000 sqft of living space, this home has multiple rooms perfect for flexible living and offers hardwood floors, crown molding, and recessed lighting throughout. The sun-drenched living room flows seamlessly into the dining room perfect for entertaining. The chef's dream EIK boasts high-end appliances, two
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
2,885
Median Age
49
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$128,214
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,640
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.7%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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