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Cumberland County, New Jersey

Cumberland County, located in the southernmost part of New Jersey, offers a unique blend of rural charm, historic significance, and affordability—making it an attractive destination for homebuyers seeking value, space, and lifestyle flexibility. With communities ranging from bustling cities like Bridgeton and Millville to quiet townships like Downe and Stow Creek, Cumberland provides a wide range of residential opportunities for families, retirees, and first-time buyers alike.

The county is best known for its agricultural roots, vast preserved lands, and proximity to the Delaware Bay. Many towns here embrace small-town living with easy access to natural attractions, such as Fortescue Beach, Union Lake, Menantico Ponds, and multiple wildlife management areas. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of parks, fishing spots, birding trails, and kayaking routes.

Bridgeton, the county seat, and Millville, its commercial hub, offer more urban settings with cultural landmarks like the Glasstown Arts District and Cohanzick Zoo. These cities provide municipal services, healthcare access, shopping centers, and diverse school options, while retaining a lower cost of living than much of New Jersey. Vineland, although partially in neighboring counties, also plays a vital role in the local economy and housing market.

Real estate in Cumberland County remains notably affordable. Median home prices typically range from $160,000 to $240,000 depending on the town, with lower property taxes than many areas to the north. This makes the county appealing to both owner-occupants and investors looking for rental or rehab opportunities. Additionally, large lot sizes and available land in rural townships such as Fairfield, Hopewell, and Upper Deerfield present unique opportunities for farming, custom builds, or long-term homesteading.

Cumberland County also has access to key regional highways like Route 55, Route 49, and Route 47, connecting residents to Philadelphia, Atlantic City, and the Jersey Shore within 45–60 minutes. While public transportation options are limited, the convenience of nearby retail, schools, and job centers compensates for the need to drive.

For buyers looking for peace, space, and value in South Jersey—with a touch of waterfront or farmland—Cumberland County stands out as a quiet contender with strong potential.

Bridgeton

  • Population: ~27,000

  • Government: City

  • Services: Full-time police, fire, EMS, utilities

  • Median Sold Price: ~$180,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,400

  • Schools: Bridgeton Public School District

  • Parks: Bridgeton City Park (1,100+ acres), Cohanzick Zoo

  • Shopping: Local shops, grocery chains, nearby malls in Vineland

  • Highways: Route 49, Route 77

  • Attractions: Bridgeton Historic District, zoo, cultural festivals

A scenic view of a canal in Bridgton, Maine, with a bridge ahead and colorful buildings along the water and a paved pathway decorated for the holidays.

Commercial Township

  • Population: ~5,000

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Local fire and EMS, shared police coverage

  • Median Sold Price: ~$165,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,000

  • Schools: Port Norris & Laurel Lake schools, Millville HS

  • Parks: Glades Wildlife Refuge

  • Shopping: Local markets, 20 mins to Millville for major stores

  • Highways: Route 47

  • Attractions: Bivalve maritime museum, Delaware Bay fishing

Aerial view of a small town with houses and trees along a river, with a bridge crossing the river and wetlands in the background under a blue sky.

Deerfield Township

  • Population: ~3,100

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Volunteer fire, shared EMS, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$220,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,800

  • Schools: Deerfield Township School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Rosenhayn Recreation Complex

  • Shopping: Nearby Vineland & Bridgeton

  • Highways: Route 77

  • Attractions: Rural farms, produce stands

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Downe Township

  • Population: ~1,400

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Volunteer services, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$110,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$2,400

  • Schools: Downe Township School, Millville HS

  • Parks: Fortescue Beach

  • Shopping: Limited, access to Millville

  • Highways: Route 553

  • Attractions: Fishing at Fortescue, birdwatching preserves

A sign in Downe Township announces a township meeting on September 13th at 7 PM at the Senior Center.

Fairfield Township

  • Population: ~6,000

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Local fire/EMS, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$160,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,100

  • Schools: Fairfield Twp School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Jericho Creek Wildlife Area

  • Shopping: Bridgeton nearby

  • Highways: Route 49

  • Attractions: Nature preserves, boating access

Map of New Jersey with the word Fairfield written across it and a red star marking a location in the southwestern part of the state.

Greenwich Township

  • Population: ~800

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Volunteer fire, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$250,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$4,000

  • Schools: Greenwich-Stow Creek School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Historic Greenwich Landing

  • Shopping: Limited, access to Bridgeton

  • Highways: Route 49

  • Attractions: Historic homes, Teaburner monument

A historic three-story brick house with dark red shutters and trim, a brick walkway leading to a front door, a lamp post in the yard, and a sign indicating the house is closed.

Hopewell Township

  • Population: ~4,000

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Local fire, EMS, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$240,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$4,500

  • Schools: Hopewell Crest School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Sunset Lake, local trails

  • Shopping: Vineland and Bridgeton close by

  • Highways: Route 49, Route 553

  • Attractions: Rural appeal, lakeside homes

Map of New Jersey with the word "Hopewell" written across it, a red star marking the location in the southwestern part of the state.

Lawrence Township

  • Population: ~3,200

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Local fire/EMS, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$190,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,400

  • Schools: Myron Powell School, Millville HS

  • Parks: Nantuxent Wildlife Management Area

  • Shopping: Limited, Vineland/Millville nearby

  • Highways: Route 553

  • Attractions: Water access, eco-tourism

Brick fire station with a large tree in front, parking lot, and a lawn area adjacent to a sidewalk.

Maurice River Township

  • Population: ~6,400

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Volunteer fire, EMS, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$210,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,200

  • Schools: Maurice River Township School, Millville HS

  • Parks: Menantico Ponds, East Point Lighthouse

  • Shopping: Millville 15 mins away

  • Highways: Route 47, Route 347

  • Attractions: Bayshore Discovery Project, boating/fishing

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Millville

  • Population: ~27,000

  • Government: City

  • Services: Full services (police, fire, EMS)

  • Median Sold Price: ~$210,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,800

  • Schools: Millville Public Schools

  • Parks: Union Lake, New Jersey Motorsports Park

  • Shopping: Cumberland Mall, national chains

  • Highways: Route 55, Route 47

  • Attractions: Glasstown Arts District, motorsports, lakes

Colorful row of three small storefronts, including a purple bookstore, a purple and teal building, and a red brick watch shop, on a city street with parked cars and leafless trees.

Shiloh Borough

  • Population: ~500

  • Government: Borough

  • Services: Volunteer services, NJ State Police

  • Median Sold Price: ~$200,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,600

  • Schools: Hopewell Crest School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Small local parks

  • Shopping: Bridgeton/Vineland nearby

  • Highways: Route 49

  • Attractions: Historic charm, farmland

A two-story house with gray siding, surrounded by green bushes and grass, with a large tree providing shade over the yard.

Stow Creek Township

  • Population: ~1,300

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Volunteer services

  • Median Sold Price: ~$240,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$4,200

  • Schools: Greenwich-Stow Creek Partnership School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Rural nature areas

  • Shopping: Bridgeton nearby

  • Highways: Route 49

  • Attractions: Small-town charm

A rural landscape with a green grassy path on the right, a large field of dried crops in the center, and houses surrounded by trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Upper Deerfield Township

  • Population: ~7,600

  • Government: Township

  • Services: Full-time police, fire, EMS

  • Median Sold Price: ~$225,000

  • Median Property Tax: ~$3,700

  • Schools: Elizabeth Moore School, Cumberland Regional HS

  • Parks: Bridgeton Park System

  • Shopping: Bridgeton/Vineland access

  • Highways: Route 77, Route 56

  • Attractions: Rural living with city proximity

Map of Cumberland County in New Jersey, highlighting towns such as Millville, Vineland, Port Norris, and Laurel Lake, with surrounding waterways and subdivisions.

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