Living in Cherry Hill: Homes, Commutes and Costs
Cherry Hill is a Camden County township in South Jersey, and the first question for most searches here is how a house connects to the rest of the week. PATCO’s Woodcrest station sits inside the township, NJ Transit’s Atlantic City Line stops here and Route 70 and I-295 carry most of the driving. The housing runs from single family homes on lots of every size to townhomes, condos and apartment complexes. Max Karasick, a Compass agent licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, helps buyers, sellers and renters here weigh commute, property type and the full tax picture.
Who It Fits
Buyers who want a single family home with a yard, a garage and easy highway access
Commuters who would rather park at Woodcrest and ride PATCO into Center City Philadelphia than drive in every day
Buyers who want a townhome or condo where the association takes care of the exterior
Renters who want an apartment community with on site parking near Route 70
Housing Stock
Cherry Hill’s housing is spread across many subdivisions of detached single family homes, plus townhome and condo communities and apartment complexes. Choosing between them is a money decision and a Saturday decision. A detached house comes with a yard, a driveway and a running list of things to maintain. A townhome or condo hands much of that to an association for a fee. Read the association’s budget, reserves and rules, including any limits on renting the unit out later.
With an older single family house, point the inspection at the roof, the heating and cooling systems and drainage. Planning an addition, a pool or a fence? Check township zoning and permits before closing.
The township’s Assessment Services office sets market values for assessing purposes, handles deed transfers and address changes and runs the property tax deduction programs. Eligible buyers apply there after closing.
Prices and Rents
Price in Cherry Hill depends on the subdivision, the lot, the age of the house and its updates, the distance to PATCO and the main roads and the type of property. A townhome, a detached house on a bigger lot and a condo near Woodcrest are three separate markets.
This is where needs and wants get sorted. A buyer who needs the Woodcrest commute and wants a larger yard may have to pick which one bends. Settling that before the first tour saves weekends.
Max shares current Bright MLS figures for Cherry Hill on request, including median sale price and days on market, pulled for the specific property type a client is weighing.
Getting Around
Picture the weekday version: drive to Woodcrest, park and ride the train into Center City. PATCO’s Woodcrest station opened in 1980 and sits at 200 Tindale Avenue, just off I-295. PATCO calls it a major park and ride hub, with free and preferred parking lots, elevators, escalators and bike racks. It also houses PATCO’s FREEDOM Card Service Center. Ashland station is just over the line at 2 Burnt Mill Road in Voorhees Township, with its own lots.
NJ Transit’s Atlantic City Line stops at Cherry Hill station, with trains toward Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station and toward Lindenwold and Atlantic City, according to the timetable as of May 31, 2026. A 2008 NJ Transit release places the station in the Garden State Pavilion shopping center, reached from the Cornell Avenue South exit off Route 70. Route 70 and I-295 are among the main roads through the township.
Taxes and Costs
In New Jersey the tax bill belongs in the budget right next to the mortgage. It comes from the municipality and pays for municipal, county and school purposes. Per the Division of Taxation, each town’s general tax rate is the total it must raise for local budgets divided by the total assessed value of its taxable property, expressed per $100 of assessed value. The Division also publishes an effective tax rate, which adjusts for how close assessments are to market value. It is for comparing towns, not for computing a bill.
For tax year 2025, the Division’s General Tax Rates list shows Cherry Hill Township at a general tax rate of 4.348 and an effective tax rate of 2.598. Rates change every year, so confirm the current figure with the municipal tax office before setting a budget. The Philadelphia vs New Jersey cost of owning guide puts the two side by side.
At closing, New Jersey charges a Realty Transfer Fee for recording the deed. A separate Graduated Percent Fee applies to certain property classes, including residential, when the consideration is more than $1,000,000. The Division states that the seller is statutorily responsible for both. Exemptions exist, so sellers should confirm the amount with their attorney or title company.
Cherry Hill’s Tax Collector bills quarterly, with payments due August 1, November 1, February 1 and May 1 and a 10 day grace period. The office collects on behalf of the public school district, the fire district and Camden County. It also bills township sewer, and residential sewer is an annual flat fee due April 1.
New Jersey’s flood disclosure law applies here. Since March 2024, sellers must complete the flood risk section of the Seller’s Property Condition Disclosure Statement before a buyer is bound by a contract. Landlords must give tenants a flood risk notice. Check any address against FEMA flood hazard areas with the NJDEP tool at flooddisclosure.nj.gov.
Schools
Cherry Hill is served by Cherry Hill Public Schools, and buyers should review school information directly with the district.
Working With Max in Cherry Hill
Max works with buyers, sellers and renters in Cherry Hill. For sellers, price starts with recent closed sales of similar homes nearby, adjusted for lot, condition, location and property type, followed by a listing campaign with professional photography, Compass marketing and a showing plan. Owners can start with a home valuation request or read more on the selling page.
For buyers, Max builds a search plan around commute options, the tax picture, any association rules and the flood disclosure on each property. The point is to know the trade offs before an offer, not after. Start on the buying page, get rental help on the renting page or reach Max through the contact page.
Official Sources
FAQ
Which PATCO stations are closest to Cherry Hill?
Woodcrest is inside Cherry Hill at 200 Tindale Avenue, just off I-295. Ashland is just across the line in Voorhees Township at 2 Burnt Mill Road. Both have parking lots and elevator access.
Is there an NJ Transit train station in Cherry Hill?
Yes. NJ Transit’s Atlantic City Line stops at Cherry Hill station, with trains toward Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station and toward Lindenwold and Atlantic City. Check the current timetable.
When are Cherry Hill property taxes due?
Quarterly, on August 1, November 1, February 1 and May 1, with a 10 day grace period. Residential sewer is billed separately as an annual flat fee due April 1.
How high are property taxes in Cherry Hill?
For tax year 2025, New Jersey’s Division of Taxation lists Cherry Hill Township at a general tax rate of 4.348 and an effective tax rate of 2.598. The effective rate is the one built for comparing towns. Rates change every year, so confirm the current figure with the township tax office.
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