Name: Cherry Hill
Address: Cherry Hill, NJ

About the neighborhood

Cherry Hill offers a tranquil living environment with an abundance of green spaces, including DeCou Park and Evans Pond, readily accessible for outdoor activities. The township features primarily single detached homes built around the late 1960s, with spacious three- and four-bedroom options available. Residents benefit from convenient car access, with easy routes to nearby highways like I-295 and ample parking options, enhancing mobility. Public transportation includes the Cherry Hill station on the Atlantic City Rail Line and several bus lines with stops close to residential areas. Educational opportunities are diverse, with both public and private options for elementary and high school levels. A handful of supermarkets and eateries contribute to everyday convenience.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cherry Hill is rather well-suited for pedestrians; many daily errands can be run without a vehicle, and there are also a fair number of businesses close by. In contrast, it is sometimes challenging to get around by bicycle in this township since there are a fair number of slopes, and there are few bike lanes. The public transit service in this township is not very convenient. Thankfully, there is the Cherry Hill with access to the Atlantic City Rail Line. Property owners can depend on many rapid transit stations on the Westbound to Philadelphia. There are around 10 bus lines passing through the township, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. In contrast, driving is an excellent medium of transportation in Cherry Hill. It is very easy to park, and nearby highways, such as I-295, are fairly easy to reach from anywhere in Cherry Hill.

Services

Locals will value the proximity to primary schools, which are within a short distance from the majority of homes for sale in this area. However, there are only a limited number of high schools and therefore they can be an extended distance away. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. As far as eating is concerned, it is convenient to get to the closest supermarket without needing a car in this area. Furthermore, this township is a fairly good place in which to go out to eat, and a small number of cafes is available as well.

Character

People who prefer a calm ambience will enjoy Cherry Hill. It is easy to access parks from most locations in the township, since there are over 150 of them close by for residents to explore and many properties have a park a short distance away. The noise levels in this area are also very low, as the streets are very calm.

Car friendly9.2

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries6.2

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance