Haddon Township is a small Camden County municipality wedged between Haddonfield, Collingswood, and Cherry Hill. Its commercial heart is Westmont, a walkable stretch of Haddon Avenue with restaurants, shops, and a PATCO station that puts Center City Philadelphia within a short ride. For buyers who want South Jersey’s suburban footprint without giving up walkability or a fast commute, Haddon Township is one of the more compelling options in the county — and it is often overlooked in favor of its better-known neighbors.
At the upper end, Haddon Township is not a large-estate market. It is a market of well-built, architecturally interesting homes on established streets, with a smaller number of substantial properties that trade infrequently. Understanding that shapes how you should search.
The geography: several distinct areas in one township
Haddon Township is made up of a handful of named sections, and they do not all feel the same.
Westmont
The commercial and social center. Streets near the Haddon Avenue corridor and the PATCO station combine walkability with a mix of housing from modest Colonials up through larger period homes. This is where the walk-to-dinner lifestyle is strongest.
Haddon Hills and the Cooper River side
Closer to Cooper River Park, with a quieter residential feel and some of the township’s larger lots. Buyers who prioritize green space and running or cycling access gravitate here.
Bluebird and the Haddonfield border
Streets abutting Haddonfield often carry a similar architectural character at a different price point — one of the more interesting value propositions in the county for buyers who care more about the house than the mailing address.
What the housing stock offers
Most of Haddon Township was developed between roughly the 1910s and the 1950s, which produces a distinctive mix:
- Tudor Revival — steep rooflines, stucco and half-timbering, arched doorways, and slate or slate-look roofs. Some of the township’s most attractive homes are in this style.
- Colonial Revival and Dutch Colonial — center-hall plans, symmetrical facades, and the gambrel roofs that give Dutch Colonials their generous second floors.
- Craftsman and American Foursquare — deep porches, wide eaves, and substantial interior millwork.
- Mid-century ranches and split-levels — often on the larger lots, and frequently the best candidates for a significant expansion.
- New and rebuilt construction — teardowns and major additions have added a layer of modern, larger homes, particularly on desirable streets.
For a buyer at the higher end, the practical reality is that the top of the Haddon Township market is often either a fully renovated period home or a new build on an older lot. Both are worth pursuing; they require different diligence.
The commute
The PATCO Westmont station is the township’s biggest structural advantage. It provides direct rail access into Center City Philadelphia, which matters for professionals working in the city and is a durable value driver — rail access does not depreciate. Driving, the township sits close to Route 130, I-295, and the Ben Franklin Bridge approaches.
If commuting is central to your decision, walk the route from a candidate house to the station at the time of day you would actually do it. A quarter-mile difference changes the daily experience considerably.
Diligence items specific to this market
South Jersey homes of this era and this region carry a recognizable set of inspection issues. Prioritize:
- Underground oil tanks. Many homes were originally heated by oil. Abandoned or unknown buried tanks are a real and expensive issue in Camden County. A tank sweep is standard practice and worth doing on any pre-1970 home, regardless of what the seller states.
- Stucco on Tudor-style homes. Older stucco assemblies can trap moisture. If the home has stucco, have it evaluated by a specialist rather than relying on a general inspection.
- Slate and tile roofs. Beautiful and long-lived, but repairs require the right trade. Understand remaining life and who services it locally.
- Knob-and-tube and undersized electrical service. Common in homes of this vintage that have not been fully updated. This affects insurability as well as safety.
- Basement water and sump systems. The water table in parts of the township warrants attention, especially on the Cooper River side.
- Addition permitting. Many homes here have been expanded. Confirm that additions were permitted and inspected.
Taxes and the New Jersey math
New Jersey property taxes are a substantially larger share of monthly carrying cost than they are in Pennsylvania, and they vary meaningfully between neighboring municipalities. When comparing a Haddon Township home to one in Haddonfield, Collingswood, or Cherry Hill, compare total monthly cost — principal, interest, taxes, and insurance — rather than list price. Two homes with the same asking price can differ significantly in what they actually cost to own.
Also note that New Jersey assessments and appeal windows follow their own calendar. If you believe a property is over-assessed, there is a defined process and a deadline, and it is worth understanding before you close rather than after.
Lifestyle
Haddon Avenue through Westmont carries a genuine small-downtown feel: independent restaurants, coffee shops, a bakery or two, and neighborhood bars. Collingswood’s larger restaurant scene and Haddonfield’s shopping district are both minutes away, which effectively gives Haddon Township residents access to three walkable downtowns.
Cooper River Park provides a substantial recreational corridor — rowing, running paths, and open space — on the township’s northern edge. Several golf and swim clubs operate in the surrounding area, and the Jersey Shore is roughly an hour away depending on the destination and the season.
Haddon Township versus its neighbors
Haddonfield offers a more prestigious address, a larger historic district, and a higher price tier. Collingswood is denser, more urban in feel, and has the strongest restaurant corridor. Cherry Hill is much larger, more varied, and more car-dependent. Haddon Township tends to appeal to buyers who want the architecture and walkability of Haddonfield or Collingswood, in a smaller and somewhat quieter setting, often at a different entry point.
Frequently asked questions
Does Haddon Township have homes above one million dollars?
Yes, but the supply is thin and consists mostly of substantially renovated period homes and newer construction on larger lots. Buyers at that level should expect a narrower field and should be prepared to act when the right property appears. I can tell you what is currently available and what has traded recently.
How important is an oil tank sweep here?
Very. Buried oil tanks are one of the most common expensive surprises in older South Jersey homes, and remediation costs and environmental liability can be significant. Treat a sweep as standard on any older home rather than optional.
Is Westmont walkable enough to skip a second car?
For households near the Haddon Avenue corridor and the PATCO station, many find one car workable, particularly if one person commutes into the city by rail. Farther from the corridor, two cars is the practical norm. Walk the specific address before deciding.
If you are weighing Haddon Township against Haddonfield, Collingswood, or Cherry Hill, or want a read on a specific property, I am happy to walk through it with you. Reach James Kennedy at 215-267-8479 or jameskennedy@unlockedteam.com for current figures and a property-level review.
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