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Living in Cherry Hill, NJ

Located on the edge of Philadelphia, just across the Delaware River from the City of Brotherly Love, Cherry Hill is an economically important New Jersey gem. A number of significant, multinational businesses have headquarters in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, which means that its proximity to Philadelphia isn't the only draw. This neighborhood has an intriguing history as part of the South Jersey Shore and the Delaware Valley Coastal Plain. The town's own residents decided on the name in a 1961 referendum, and the city has been continually shaped by its community ever since.

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Things to Do

Locals love the Cherry Hill Mall, which was heralded in 1961 as being among the first enclosed shopping malls in America. From fabulous enclosures to over 51 expansive outdoor parks, entertainment in this New Jersey town appeals to people with an assortment of preferences. Cherry Hill even boasts one of the largest municipal libraries in the state, and folks with kids won't want to miss the Garden State Discovery Museum, full of hands-on family fun and exhibits. When it comes to food, some locals would argue that you can get a cheesesteak here that's just as good as one from the most well-known places in Philly.

Though the community is beautiful year-round, residents always look forward to the two weeks in April when a two-mile stretch of cherry trees blossom, and at this time it becomes clear why the townspeople chose the name Cherry Hill. In fact, the participatory tradition and cherry pride lives on each year, with continuous local efforts to plant even more cherry trees.

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Housing and Transportation in Cherry Hill

Cherry Hill contains a number of smaller, unofficial neighborhoods within its bounds. Homes for sale in Cherry Hill vary, but townhouses are a popular style, as well as condominiums and an abundance of single-family homes with expansive yards to choose from. The architectural styles found in Cherry Hill include everything from charming brick houses and Cape Cod styles, to ranches and contemporary homes.

Residents buy Cherry Hill real estate for a number of reasons, but the community does include people who commute to the nearby metropolises of Philadelphia, Atlantic City, and even New York—indicating that many find Cherry Hill, NJ, perfectly situated in the sea of northeastern cities. Namely buses, transportation is easily accessible from Cherry Hill to any of these three cities.


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  • Shopaholics search for the best deals at the Cherry Hill Mall, where you will find all of the latest fashion brands, plus numerous dining options and special events.
  • Families flock to the Garden State Discovery Museum, where kids can explore science, create arts and crafts, and play among the interactive exhibits.
  • Every April, blossoming cherry trees bring a pop of color to the area, making it known why local residents chose to name the city Cherry Hill.

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