Camden County is one of the most overlooked real estate markets on the East Coast. Sitting directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, it offers buyers something increasingly rare: genuine suburban character, walkable communities, strong schools, and real access to a major city, at price points that are still meaningful steps below what you would pay in comparable markets north of Trenton or across the river in Pennsylvania.
According to Zillow’s Home Value Index, the average Camden County home value is $350,617, up 4.9% over the past year, with a median sale price of $323,483 and homes going to pending in around 18 days as of March 2026. That combination of steady appreciation, quick absorption, and relative affordability compared to the broader Philadelphia metro region is exactly what is drawing buyers to this market right now.
But Camden County is not one market. It is a collection of distinct communities, each with its own price range, character, school profile, and buyer demographic. Knowing which one fits your life is the most important decision you will make in this search. Here is a straight look at the neighborhoods worth knowing.
Cherry Hill: The County’s Largest Market, with the Most Range
Cherry Hill is the biggest and most diverse market in Camden County, covering roughly 24 square miles and encompassing everything from entry-level condos to multi-million dollar custom homes. According to Zillow, the typical home value in Cherry Hill Township is approximately $365,800, with an average list price closer to $426,000 according to Homes.com, reflecting an active and varied inventory spanning condos, townhomes, and large single-family colonials.
What drives Cherry Hill’s value and its consistent buyer demand is its school system. The district operates two high schools, Cherry Hill East and Cherry Hill West, and home values can differ depending on which school a property feeds into, making school assignment an important factor to research before making an offer. Cherry Hill sits at the convergence of Route 70, Route 73, and I-295, making it one of the most accessible communities in the county for drivers. PATCO Speedline stations in nearby Haddonfield and Woodcrest provide rail access to Philadelphia for commuters who prefer not to drive.
Cherry Hill is the right choice for buyers who want a large established community with strong schools, diverse price points, and maximum convenience.
Haddonfield: The County’s Premium Borough, with Historic Character and Top-Ranked Schools
Haddonfield is the highest-value market in Camden County. Zillow’s current data places Haddonfield homes at approximately $796,708 in average value, the highest in the county. That premium reflects a combination of factors that are genuinely rare: a fully walkable historic downtown on Kings Highway, one of the top-rated school districts in South Jersey, PATCO rail access directly into Center City Philadelphia, and a tight inventory that keeps demand consistently ahead of supply.
The borough has the feel of a small New England college town transplanted into South Jersey. Brick sidewalks, mature trees, locally owned restaurants and boutiques, and well-preserved Victorian and Colonial Revival architecture give Haddonfield a sense of place that newer suburban communities simply cannot replicate. Buyers who pay the Haddonfield premium tend to stay for a very long time, which is part of what keeps inventory so constrained.
Haddonfield is the right choice for buyers who prioritize school district quality, walkability, and Philadelphia rail access above all else and have the budget to match.
Collingswood: The Walkable Arts Community with Strong Appreciation
Collingswood has become one of the most in-demand neighborhoods in South Jersey for a specific and growing buyer profile: younger professionals, creatives, and Philadelphia commuters who want a genuine walkable community without paying Haddonfield prices. According to Redfin, Collingswood home prices were up 18.7% year over year as of January 2026, selling for a median price of $450,000, with homes selling in an average of 39 days. Movotocorroborates that figure with a median list price of approximately $449,750.
The draw is the Haddon Avenue corridor: a genuinely active main street lined with independent restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and boutiques that gives Collingswood the feel of a walkable urban neighborhood within a borough of about 14,000 people. The PATCO station at Collingswood provides a direct rail connection to Philadelphia in under 20 minutes. Public schools hold an average GreatSchools rating of 6 out of 10. The housing stock is predominantly early 20th century single-family homes and twin houses with character details that newer construction cannot match, though many require updating.
Collingswood is the right choice for Philadelphia commuters and buyers who value walkability, community culture, and neighborhood character. The strong appreciation trend also makes it compelling for first-time buyers looking to build equity in a market with real momentum. If you are weighing whether the current rate environment affects this calculation, our post The Truth About Home Affordability Today breaks down why the numbers are more workable than most buyers assume.
Voorhees Township: The Family-Friendly Suburb with Strong Schools and Fast-Moving Inventory
Voorhees sits in the eastern part of the county and represents one of the strongest family-oriented markets in South Jersey. According to Zillow, the average Voorhees Township home value is $544,629, up 9.4% over the past year, with homes going to pending in just 11 days as of April 2026. That 11-day pending figure is one of the fastest in the county and signals motivated buyers moving quickly when good homes come available.
The Eastern Camden County Regional School District consistently ranks among the top performing districts in the region. The township has a mix of established neighborhoods and newer construction, giving buyers more options than older boroughs where inventory is tightly constrained. There is also an active 55-plus community presence, with developments like Centennial Mill offering well-maintained, low-maintenance living for buyers in that life stage, as we covered in Stay or Sell? How To Make the Right Call as You Age.
Voorhees is the right choice for families prioritizing school quality, newer homes, and a quieter suburban environment. The commute to Philadelphia is manageable by car via I-295 or Route 73, though it is less transit-direct than Haddonfield or Collingswood.
Haddon Township: The Value Play Between Haddonfield and Collingswood
Haddon Township sits geographically and price-wise between its two more prominent neighbors, and that positioning is exactly what makes it worth understanding. It shares borders with both Haddonfield and Collingswood, its residents access many of the same walkable amenities on Haddon Avenue, and PATCO stations at both Westmont and Woodcrest provide solid rail access to Philadelphia.
Regional market data places Haddon Township in the $400,000 to $600,000 price bracket, making it meaningfully more accessible than Haddonfield while offering similar community character and proximity. The Westmont section in particular has seen significant buyer interest in recent years as buyers priced out of Collingswood and Haddonfield look for comparable quality at a step down in price. The housing stock is similar to Collingswood in character, primarily Craftsman and Colonial-style homes from the early to mid-20th century on tree-lined streets.
Haddon Township is the right choice for buyers who want the Camden County walkable borough experience at a more accessible price point. It consistently appreciates in tandem with its more expensive neighbors, making it one of the stronger value plays in the county for buyers building long-term equity. For a deeper look at how equity builds over time, our post Rent or Buy? The Real Tradeoff Most People Don’t Talk About lays out the full picture.
Gloucester Township and Sicklerville: The Affordable Entry Point
For buyers whose budget requires staying below the $350,000 range, Gloucester Township and the Sicklerville section of the township represent the most practical entry point into Camden County homeownership. The county median sale price of $323,483 is significantly influenced by more affordable communities in the southern part of the county, where buyers can find detached single-family homes well below the prices of the northern boroughs.
Gloucester Township is the county’s most populous municipality and has experienced steady population growth driven by buyers seeking more space at lower prices. The tradeoff is longer commute times to Philadelphia, less walkability, and a more suburban feel without the historic character of the northern boroughs.
For buyers exploring all their financial options to make that first purchase work, Getting a Tax Refund? Here’s How It Can Help You Buy a Home and Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers both cover practical strategies for buyers in this price range. And if you are a Veteran, the zero-down VA loan benefit covered in What Most Veterans Don’t Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit can make even the northern boroughs accessible without a large down payment.
How To Choose the Right Camden County Neighborhood for You
There is no single best place to live in Camden County. There is only the best place for your lifestyle, your budget, your commute, and your family’s priorities. A buyer who needs PATCO access to Philadelphia and wants walkability will find Haddonfield or Collingswood hard to beat. A family whose primary focus is school district quality and newer housing stock will find Voorhees or Cherry Hill more compelling. A first-time buyer trying to maximize what their dollar can buy needs to look at Gloucester Township or the outer boroughs.
What every buyer in this market needs to know is that Camden County homes are going to pending in around 18 days on average, with the most competitive neighborhoods like Voorhees moving in as few as 11. Being pre-approved, knowing your target neighborhoods, and having the right guidance makes the difference between getting the home you want and watching it go to someone else.
For a broader look at what the current market environment means for buyers and sellers across all of South Jersey, our South Jersey Real Estate Market Update 2026 covers the full picture. And if you are a first-time buyer trying to understand the full process from pre-approval through closing, our Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Your First Home in NJ is the place to start.
Reach out to the MH Global team. We live and work in these communities every day. Let’s find the neighborhood that actually fits your life.
