Last updated: October 2026
South Jersey refers to the southern part of the state between the lower Delaware River and the Atlantic Ocean. Most of it, if not all, is considered part of the Philadelphia Metropolitan Area. I'm Jerry Mac with Keller Williams Realty, and after 23 years helping people buy and sell here, I've picked out the towns I'm asked about most. I looked at commute, home prices, parks, downtowns and community feel. If you are new to the area, or moving from one part of South Jersey to another, I highly recommend checking out these towns.
South Jersey Home Prices at a Glance (2026)
Here is what homes, condos and townhomes in each town sold for over the 12 months ending September 2026. "Most homes sold between" covers the middle 80% of sales, so it leaves out the rare bargains and the rare estates.
| Town | Typical (median) sale price | Most homes sold between |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Shade | about $320,000 | $190,000 – $435,000 |
| Mount Laurel | about $375,500 | $250,000 – $690,000 |
| Delran | about $437,500 | $290,000 – $610,000 |
| Cinnaminson | about $440,000 | $300,000 – $720,000 |
| Collingswood | about $460,000 | $310,000 – $725,000 |
| Marlton | about $480,000 | $265,000 – $725,000 |
| Cherry Hill | about $495,000 | $290,000 – $740,000 |
| Haddon Heights | about $495,000 | $350,000 – $1 million |
| Riverton | about $525,000 | $370,000 – $760,000 |
| Medford | about $625,000 | $385,000 – $955,000 |
| Moorestown | about $762,000 | $350,000 – $1.6 million |
| Haddonfield | about $810,000 | $435,000 – $1.7 million |
Source: Bright MLS closed sales, 12 months ending September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Cherry Hill
Cherry blossoms decorate Chapel Avenue, an iconic Cherry Hill street.
Cherry Hill is the largest town on this list, with about 74,500 residents, and it's one of the most convenient. It sits right across the river from Philadelphia, with two PATCO Speedline stations (Woodcrest and Ashland), an NJ Transit rail stop, and quick access to I-295, the Turnpike and Routes 70 and 38. Over the past 12 months the typical Cherry Hill home sold for about $495,000, and most sold between $290,000 and $740,000, so there is room for first-time buyers and move-up buyers alike.
Though it feels very much like a suburb, Cherry Hill keeps a lot of open space. Chapel Avenue is lined with flowering cherry trees every spring, the township has more than 30 parks, and the dog-friendly Cooper River Park is known to locals as 'Pooch Park.'
If you are looking for an authentic cherry pie experience, head over to Springdale Farms, a local landmark offering fresh baked goods and just-picked homegrown fruit.
One thing to know: like most of New Jersey, Cherry Hill has high property taxes. The state's 2025 effective tax rate for the town was about 2.6%, so always look at the actual tax bill on any home you are considering.
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Cinnaminson
Cinnaminson features many well-maintained single family homes with beautiful landscaping.
Cinnaminson is a friendly, family-focused town of about 17,000 people on the Delaware River in Burlington County, right across from Philadelphia. Its name comes from a Lenni-Lenape word for "sweet water." It is a township of neighborhoods rather than one downtown, with established single-family streets, plus condos and townhomes like the Cinnaminson Harbor community, which is a short walk to the River LINE light rail.
The parks are a big draw. Memorial Park covers more than 68 acres with ball fields, courts and a walking path, and Wood Park hosts summer concerts and the Christmas tree lighting. In the past 12 months, 190 Cinnaminson homes sold at a median price of $440,000. The typical home sold in about 17 days, right at its asking price, and prices ranged from about $152,000 to $1.2 million.
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Collingswood
This two story Collingswood home features large windows and an overall unique style.
When it comes to small town living in South Jersey, it is hard to beat Collingswood. With about 14,000 residents, it has the feel of a small town while staying only minutes from Philadelphia, which you can reach by the PATCO Speedline or nearby highways.
Collingswood's lively main street is full of restaurants, artisan shops, art galleries and coffee shops, and events run through the year, including holiday festivals, a well-known farmers market, cruise nights and an arts and crafts festival.
The town is committed to being 'green' and has set aside over 100 acres of open space, much of it in Knight Park, Cooper River Park and Newton Lake Park, with playgrounds, nature trails, event stages and kayak rentals.
Over the past 12 months the typical Collingswood home sold for about $460,000, and most sold between $310,000 and $725,000. Most homes here are single-family, with some townhomes. If you want a quiet place with a small town feel and an easy trip into the city, Collingswood may be an ideal choice.
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Delran
An upscale single family home in a quiet Delran neighborhood.
Delran gets its name from the two waterways that meet here: the Delaware River and the Rancocas Creek. It is a Burlington County township of about 18,000 residents, incorporated in 1880, with more than 450 acres of preserved open space. It is an ideal place for nature lovers and anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Highlights include Swedes Lake, Delran Community Park with its all-inclusive playground, and the Olympian Peter Vermes Soccer Complex.
Single-family homes dominate the Delran market, along with townhomes and condos. In the past 12 months, 159 homes sold at a median price of $437,500, with the $400,000s as the sweet spot. Half of the homes sold in 20 days or less. The River LINE runs through Delran, with the closest stations in neighboring Riverside and Cinnaminson.
Haddonfield
The South Jersey neighborhood of Haddonfield exudes small town charm with its tree-lined streets and independent shops.
There are many reasons Haddonfield is one of the best places to live in South Jersey, and it is often named one of the best places to live in the Delaware Valley. For starters, it is conveniently close to both the Ben Franklin and Walt Whitman bridges, making it easy to get in and out of. It also has a charming array of independent coffeehouses, sidewalk cafes, fine dining restaurants, artisan shops and art galleries, and its downtown has long been a regional favorite for shopping.
Haddonfield sits in the northern part of Camden County, just south of Cherry Hill, and is easy to reach by PATCO Speedline and NJ Transit. With about 12,000 residents and a history dating back to 1682, it is rich with culture and tradition. It is also one of the pricier towns on this list. Over the past 12 months the typical home sold for about $810,000, and most sold between $435,000 and $1.7 million.
Haddonfield was incorporated as a borough in 1875 and is run by a Commission form of government. Voters elect Commissioners every four years, and the new commissioners select one of themselves to serve as Mayor.
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Haddon Heights
Large comfortable houses are abundant in the South Jersey neighborhood of Haddon Heights.
Haddon Heights is a charming small town about six miles from the Liberty Bell. With roughly 7,500 residents, it is only about half as large as Haddonfield and Collingswood, though it packs plenty of personality.
The town's history dates back to 1890, when it was planned as a new town along the railroad line to Atlantic City. The White Horse Pike, now an office district, was its central avenue. Spacious Princess Anne four squares and colonial revival houses were built to appeal to the middle class, in particular those seeking life outside the bustling city. By 1904, Haddon Heights became large enough to incorporate as a borough.
Haddon Heights offers relatively affordable real estate for the area. Over the past 12 months the typical home sold for about $495,000, and most sold between $350,000 and $1 million. Most homes are single-family, with plenty of space inside and out. Residents often point to the two block main street, Station Avenue, as a central attraction, with a grocery store, florist, gift shops and more, and to a high school that many students can still walk to.
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Maple Shade
Affordable single family homes are easy to find in the Maple Shade neighborhood of South Jersey.
"Nice town, friendly people" is what the welcome sign says, and it fits. Maple Shade is a Burlington County township of about 20,000 people, under four square miles, sitting right between Cherry Hill, Moorestown and Mount Laurel. It is the most affordable town on this list: over the past 12 months the typical home sold for about $320,000, and most sold between $190,000 and $435,000.
Main Street is the heart of town, with local restaurants and Gazebo Park, home to the seasonal farmers market. The Sidewalk Sale and Car Show every September is the town's biggest day of the year, and the Halloween Parade and Holiday Festival round out the calendar. Routes 73, 38 and 41 run through town, and the Turnpike and I-295 are right outside it, so the commute is easy.
Maple Shade also has real history. In 1950, a young Martin Luther King Jr. staged one of his first known sit-ins at a tavern called Mary's Cafe right here in town.
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Marlton
Large single family home in one of Marlton's more upscale neighborhoods.
With its popular local eateries, beautiful parks, busy shopping centers and varied housing options, Marlton has emerged as one of the best places to live in South Jersey. Located in Evesham Township in Burlington County, it feels like an oasis compared with the bustle of nearby Philadelphia. Residents enjoy the Marlton Farmers Market from May to October, which brings together produce from local growers along with specialty and artisan products.
Marlton real estate includes a good mix of single-family homes, condos and townhomes. Over the past 12 months the typical Marlton home sold for about $480,000, and most sold between $265,000 and $725,000.
Medford
Medford boasts a large array of spacious, well-maintained single family properties.
Upon arriving in Medford, it does not take long to realize what makes it so unique. It is decorated with ponds and lakes, and many of the town's housing developments are built around them. There is an outdoorsy feel to Medford, from the water to the pines, the log cabins and the lush greenery. Many of the town's schools feed into the Lenape Regional High School District.
Medford is one of the higher-priced towns on this list. Over the past 12 months the typical home sold for about $625,000, and most sold between $385,000 and $955,000. Neighboring Medford Lakes, a lake community, was a little lower, at about $595,000.
Moorestown
Luxury estates such as this are common in Moorestown's more upscale areas.
It is difficult to know where to begin with Moorestown. Money magazine named it the country's best place to live back in 2005, and NJ Monthly named it South Jersey's best town in 2013. Today it is a town of about 21,000 people with tree-lined streets, beautifully kept historic homes, a walkable Main Street full of shops and restaurants, and a historic district that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Moorestown Friends School, founded in 1785, sits right on East Main Street.
Moorestown also features large swaths of open space, including Strawbridge Lake Park, and its Department of Parks and Recreation boasts nearly 700 acres across nine parks. Niche's 2026 rankings placed the Moorestown school district first in Burlington County.
Moorestown is known for its more affluent offerings, but there is more range than people expect. In the past 12 months, 202 homes sold at a median price of $761,950, and the typical home sold in about 15 days. About 27% of sales were under $500,000 and about 28% were between $1 million and $2 million.
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Mount Laurel
Mount Laurel is well known for its many impressive single family homes.
Mount Laurel is a Burlington County township of about 44,000 people, sitting between Cherry Hill, Moorestown and Marlton. It is a commuter's crossroads, with I-295, Exit 4 of the New Jersey Turnpike, and Routes 38 and 73 all running through or right next to town. It is also home to Paulsdale, the birthplace and childhood home of women's rights leader Alice Paul, which is a National Historic Landmark, and to Laurel Acres Park, with fields, trails, a fishing lake and a dog park. Rowan College at Burlington County is also based in Mount Laurel.
Mount Laurel has one of the widest mixes of homes in South Jersey, including a large selection of condos and townhomes and 55+ communities such as Holiday Village and Holiday Village East. In the past 12 months, 644 homes sold at a median price of $375,500, and the typical home sold in about 15 days. Most sold between $250,000 and $690,000, with a few going well past $1 million. If you are shopping on a budget, the condo and townhome market is a great place to start. Property taxes are lower than in some neighboring towns, with a 2025 effective rate of about 2.02%.
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Riverton
One of Riverton's more impressive single family homes, it features many custom architectural details.
The history of Riverton goes back to 1851, when ten Philadelphians identified it as an ideal site to build summer homes for their families while remaining close to the city. They commissioned architect Samuel Sloan for the job. The original village covered 120 acres, including a seawall and landscaping along the river.
For 100 years, a clause prohibited any permanent structures along the riverbank, so the area was used for celebrations, concerts and community events. Today the town's main events have moved to Memorial Park, which at over 12 acres offers plenty of room for outdoor recreation. Golf fans will love the Riverton Country Club, an 18-hole course designed by Donald Ross in 1917.
Over the years Riverton has developed a small but thriving business district, where offices, shops, restaurants and services bring the community together. Over the past 12 months the typical Riverton home sold for about $525,000, and most sold between $370,000 and $760,000, with many of the more upscale homes featuring custom architectural details.
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Thinking About a Move in South Jersey?
Whether you are buying your first home, moving up, or selling a home you have loved for years, I would be glad to help. Not sure about timing? Read my guide, Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in South Jersey? You may also like my town guide to Living in Palmyra, NJ.
Call or text me, Jerry Mac, at 856-220-1874, or visit www.southjerseyrealty.com to search South Jersey homes for sale or get a free home value report.
Already live in South Jersey and thinking of selling? I'm Jerry Mac with Keller Williams. See my guides to selling your home in Cherry Hill, Moorestown, Mount Laurel, Marlton, Voorhees, Cinnaminson, Maple Shade and Delran, or get your free home value report. Call or text me at 856-220-1874.
Jerry Mac, Keller Williams Realty
Market data: Bright MLS closed residential sales, 12 months ending September 2026. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Equal Housing Opportunity.