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Commuter-friendly suburb between Philadelphia and Trenton
A quaint, pass-through town equidistant between Philadelphia and Trenton, Somerset Park attracts residents looking for more manageable commutes and a more affordable cost of living. Using U.S. Route 130, which cuts through the neighborhood, residents have a 17-mile commute south to Center City and a 17-mile commute north to Trenton. While the cities are close, this small Willingboro community embraces a quieter atmosphere. “A lot of people have moved out of the cities and into this area,” says Giulio Leone, a real estate agent with HomeSmart. “It has everything that city life has, but you’re living in the suburbs.” In addition to retail and dining just outside of Somerset Park’s subdivisions, there are pocket parks hidden within the residential lanes.
Getting to the city via Route 130 and the River Line
Somerset Park is car-dependent, and residents have multiple commuting options from which to choose. In addition to U.S. Route 130, those living here also have the option to drive 3 miles north on Route 130 to catch the NJ Transit train from the Burlington Towne Centre station. The River Line delivers passengers to Camden, where they can take the PATCO into Philadelphia. The River Line also runs to Trenton, where passengers can transfer over to Amtrak to continue service to Manhattan. “You can also take the train from Burlington to New York directly without even having to stop,” Leone says, referring to Amtrak’s high-speed Acela line. “And the train runs about every half hour. It’s the best way to get into the city.” The NJ Transit bus services the community, and Philadelphia International Airport is about 27 miles from the neighborhood.
Bungalows and Colonial-inspired properties with garages
Sidewalks typically line the residential sections of Somerset Park, where common housing styles include quaint bungalows and larger Colonial-inspired properties. Most homes feature multi-car driveways and one-car garages, and some have fenced-in backyards. While 1,200- to 1,800-square-foot bungalows generally range from $250,000 to $425,000, 2,000- to 3,000-square-foot Colonial-style homes can cost between $275,000 and $435,000.
Many homes in this area of New Jersey have solar panels to help offset energy costs.
A variety of colorful homes can be found throughout the Somerset Park neighborhood.
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Green space at Fairmount Park and Pennypack Park
As its name suggests, Somerset Park affords residents ample sites for outdoor recreation. On the south side, the 15-acre Fairmount Park is tucked into a neighborhood and split into two sections. One section features lighted tennis courts and a parking area, and the other section has a playground, a paved walking trail and a grass field. Just a mile from there, the 140-acre Pennypacker Park includes a network of paved, boarded and dirt trails, a playground and a community garden.
Located in Willingboro’s town center, about 2 miles east of Somerset Park, Kennedy Center Park has a walking track and athletic fields. These grounds host Willingboro’s annual Community Day and Relay for Life. Also on-site is the Kennedy Center, both an arts and recreation center with a gymnasium, stage and gallery.
Work on your swing at the driving range at Rancocas Golf Club in Country Club Ridge.
Families head to Mill Creek Park after a snow for some sledding fun.
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Running errands and eating out at Willingboro Town Center
Somerset Park’s proximity to U.S. Route 130 makes for more manageable shopping trips, dining excursions and other errands. Willingboro Town Center features ACME Markets, pharmacies, banks, fast-food eateries and other storefronts. This retail area also includes the Willingboro Public Library, which offers youth service programs as well as adult programs. Nearby, Golden Dawn serves classic American breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sunset Seafood sells both prepared seafood selections and ingredients for home chefs. Island Jerk is a popular spot for Jamaican cuisine, and Vincenzo’s is well-known for its pizza options. Less than a mile from the neighborhood, Virtua Willingboro Hospital is a full-service hospital.
The Home Depot is a few minutes from the Sunset Ridge neighborhood for all of your home improvement needs.
Spend the day checking out the local shops lining High Street near Laurel.
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Willingboro public school and charter school options
Students are part of the Willingboro Public School District, which receives a C-minus from Niche. They can begin at W.R. James Elementary before advancing to Willingboro Memorial Middle and then Willingboro High, all of which receive a C-minus. There is a proposal in the works for the high school to receive much-needed new roofing, lab and media renovations. The Benjamin Banneker Preparatory Charter School, also rated a C-minus, is a charter school option for kindergarten through eighth-grade students. Corpus Christi Catholic Church, one of the Christian-based churches in the neighborhood, shares a campus with the charter school.
Memorial Middle School received a C- rating from Niche.
Willingboro High School receives an overall C- grade from niche.com.
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Parks in this Area
Mill Creek Park
Fairmount Park
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
35 min drive
Bus
Veterans Pkwy & Sedgwick Ln
Bus
Sunset Rd 135'N Of Bentley Ln
Bus
Van Sciver Pkwy & Sheffield Dr
Bus
Van Sciver Pkwy & Sharon Turnpike
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Veterans Pkwy & Brooklawn Dr
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Van Sciver Pkwy & Southampton Dr. A
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Somerset Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Somerset Park, Willingboro sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Somerset Park, Willingboro over the last 12 months is $353,593, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,271
Median Age
42
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,289
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,262
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
18.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.7%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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