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Linwood, New Jersey is a small-town with a strong, connected community. With seasonal events and proximity to the shore, it’s easy to find family-friendly fun in the area. The town is just five miles from Ocean City and 11 miles from Atlantic City, allowing residents to live in a quiet neighborhood while also enjoying the excitement of nearby beach towns. The greater Philadelphia area is about 55 miles away and provides additional opportunities for employment and entertainment. Easy access to Route 9 and the Garden State Parkway ensures residents can get around for work or pleasure, whether heading to the shore or into the office. D.R. Horton offers a range of new construction homes in Linwood. All of our houses for sale in Linwood offer spacious open floorplans and smart home technology.

Why choose Linwood, New Jersey

Linwood, NJ is a small-town community with a rich local culture and connected community. With a variety of events, gatherings, and sports leagues, there are lots of opportunities to get to know your neighbors and enjoy all the area has to offer. The town also maintains and preserves plenty of parks and green space, making the area both beautiful and fun.

Linwood offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for families, professionals, and retirees looking to settle into a new home near the South Jersey Shore that offers both modern conveniences and a coastal culture. Nearby cities such as Atlantic City and Ocean City provide additional entertainment and employment options beyond town. Philadelphia International Airport is also about a 60-mile drive, offering convenient air travel.

Community life in Linwood, New Jersey

Linwood and its neighboring communities host a range of fun annual events and activities that residents can enjoy. Activities like seasonal festivals, events, and local concerts are popular in the area and help create a connected community.

The seasonal events are family-friendly and focus on creating a fun atmosphere for all ages. The town hosts an annual Easter Egg hunt for kids, and with hunts staggered by age group, additional kid-friendly activities, and a snack stand on site, it’s easy for the whole family to participate and enjoy the event. To celebrate our nation’s independence, the Linwood Historical Society and Fire Department organize the annual Linwood Bike Parade. Residents of all ages decorate bikes and come in patriotic clothing to participate in the parade. The organizations also have fun activities at the end of the parade route for all to enjoy. In the fall, one of Linwood’s local churches hosts one of the area’s more popular pumpkin sales. With over 8,000 pumpkins delivered each year, the sale has become a popular volunteer opportunity and fall event for residents. Featured in a regional shore magazine for the area, stopping by the sale for the season’s jack o'lantern-to-be or seasonal porch decor has become a tradition for residents and those from neighboring communities. The Linwood Board of Recreation hosts additional holiday events for the town as well, with an annual Halloween event and a Christmas Tree lighting.

Of course, holidays are not the only reason residents gather together. The Linwood Public Library hosts a variety of events ranging from regular exercise classes to an introduction to code to crafting workshops for adults. In the summer, the library kicks off a Summer Reading Program for all ages—infants to adults—which features cool prizes and activities as you log your reading. Also home to “The Makery,” the library offers tools like 3D printers, ipads, coding tools, and more to foster education, fun, and innovation through technology. Whether you want to pursue a new hobby or skill on your own or with a friend, “The Makery” offers all kinds of tools and resources to learn more.

For another cool educational experience, Linwood residents can visit Reed's Organic Farm, just three miles away in Egg Harbor. In addition to its year-round farming operations, the farm provides educational and vocational programs for local schools and the community. With regular events ranging from cooking classes and vendor pop-ups to feed days and art workshops, there is plenty to do and enjoy. The farm also features a market with baked offerings, prepared foods, local herb teas, and body balms in addition to its produce.

There is a lot to do and enjoy in nearby cities as well, especially with the shore so close by. Ocean City is only five miles from Linwood. Its family-friendly beach is beautiful in all seasons, and the two-mile boardwalk and Ocean City Music Pier are open year-round, hosting concerts and events. The Spring Cruisin’ the Boards is one such event featuring classic cars and family-friendly entertainment. The area offers plenty of options for fun, even when there isn’t an event happening. The Playland Castaway Cove amusement park is a popular beachfront destination in Ocean City. With more than 30 rides, go-karts, and mini golf, the park attracts residents who enjoy doing a bit more on the beach than enjoying the sun and the weather.

For even more options, Atlantic City is just a short drive away. With plenty of great dining, casinos, and the Atlantic City Boardwalk and its iconic Steel Pier amusement park, it’s easy to take advantage of world-class entertainment for all ages. Like Linwood and Ocean City, Atlantic City offers a wide range of events as well. The Soar & Shore Festival, for example, is an airshow featuring a wide range of aircraft that can be viewed from anywhere along the beach. Linwood’s proximity to Atlantic City is great for sports fans too. The city is home to Atlantic City FC, a National Premier Soccer League team, so going to a game is easy. The team plays at Stockton University, only about twelve miles from town.

With its strong sense of community, proximity to beaches, and easy access to entertainment and natural attractions, Linwood appeals to those seeking a balanced lifestyle along the south Jersey Shore.

Outdoor fun in Linwood, New Jersey

Linwood, NJ is dedicated to maintaining green spaces in town and sponsoring a variety of outdoor programs including local sports leagues. With 36 acres of local parks and recreation areas, residents have plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature or play a game at any of the town’s sports fields.

The Linwood Board of Recreation both sponsors local sports leagues and partners with area sports leagues to offer a variety of sports for the area’s youth. With lacrosse, soccer, street hockey, baseball, basketball, cheer, and both flag and tackle football, Linwood’s young athletes have plenty of options to get in the game. Of course, the Board of Recreation makes it easy for adults and kids who would rather play a pick-up game at the park with friends to find a field or a gym. Information about location and availability for each of the many gyms and fields are posted on the Board of Recreation website.

It’s also easy to enjoy the game of golf as a Linwood resident, with several excellent courses in or near Linwood. The Linwood Country Club, established in 1921, is a private bay-side 18-hole course that features the beauty and wildlife of the South Jersey shore in its challenging course design. In addition to the beautiful views, the club offers golf lessons, leagues, and an on-site restaurant. Players looking for a public course don’t have to go far either. The Harbor Pines Golf Club is less than three miles away and considered a top choice for the entire Jersey Shore. Offering leagues, an on-site pub, and the Shore Swing Golf Academy, the Harbor Pines Golf Club has plenty to offer. Greate Bay Country Club is a private course that’s a four-mile drive. First opened in 1923, the club’s course was designed by Willie Park Jr., who, at 16 years old, was one of Scotland's best players and was later inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. The Atlantic City Country Club, about two miles from Linwood, is a club of many firsts, including where the term “birdie” and “eagle” were coined and the site of the first ever American to win the U.S.G.A. Open Championship.

The area also caters to those who love to fish. There are plenty of opportunities to fish for either freshwater or saltwater fish in the area, and the town offers two boat ramps at Scull’s Bay and on Patcong Creek. Linwood’s proximity to Barnegat Bay makes it easy to catch the white perch and striped bass that live in brackish water, though residents can easily access the back bays and coastal waters if they would rather go saltwater fishing. Lake Lenape and the Atlantic City Reservoir are freshwater options that are both just under half an hour away, where anglers typically catch largemouth bass, chain pickerel, black crappie, or bluegill, but there are other species in the water.

You don’t have to be casting a line to enjoy the area’s beauty. With scenic vistas both on the water and around town, Linwood features nature’s beauty within the green spaces it maintains and preserves. The Krumm Farm Vineyard originally opened as a family farm and vineyard in the early 1900s, and though the Krumm Family still owns and operates a portion of the original farm, they sold a portion of it to the town, which preserved the area as green space. Linwood is also home to one of the world’s smallest arboretums. The Linwood Arboretum occupies only a single acre of land, but it is home to over 200 trees, shrubs, and flowers. The volunteer gardeners prioritize beautiful, interesting plants that would also do well in a home garden, and that priority has inspired locals to add to and diversify their own flowerbeds. The little arboretum is located near the local Somers Point Bike Path, and as trees outgrow their space within the garden, they are replanted as shade trees along the path, providing additional beauty and shade to the area. Cyclists can enjoy the homegrown shade trees as they ride the paved path, which connects Linwood to several South Jersey Shore towns, including Pleasantville, Northfield, and Somers Point. This popular path provides a safe and scenic route for cyclists and pedestrians, offering a great way to explore the area and stay active.

The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is just over ten miles away and offers another great option for immersing yourself in nature’s beauty. This 48,000+ acre refuge is home to a variety of wildlife and habitats, with the majority being wetlands and salt marshes. With an 8-mile auto tour, 8 miles of hiking trails, multiple observation towers, and a boardwalk, there are many ways to observe and enjoy the wildlife. The protected area is one of most active flight paths during bird migration, making it a popular spot for birding and wildlife photography.

With its mix of local parks, nearby natural areas, and easy access to water activities, Linwood offers residents numerous opportunities to engage in outdoor recreation and community events throughout the year. The city's commitment to maintaining green spaces and recreational facilities ensures that residents can easily find ways to stay active and connected to nature.

Businesses and economics in Linwood, New Jersey

Many residents in Linwood are employed by the city, neighboring communities, and county governments. Education is an important part of the local economy as well; Stockton University, about 10 miles away, and the local school district are both major employers in the area.

There are employment opportunities beyond public service as well. With Linwood’s easy access to the Garden State Parkway, it’s easy to commute to the neighboring communities and larger cities to expand employment options. Shore Medical Center and AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center both offer a variety of job opportunities in the healthcare industry and are within fifteen minutes of town. Likewise, the William J. Hughes Technical Center, part of the Federal Aviation Administration, is a major employer located in Egg Harbor Township, roughly 10 miles from Linwood.

The city's position, just 11 miles from Atlantic City and five miles from Ocean City, provides access to a wide range of jobs in the hospitality and tourism industries. Atlantic City's casinos and resorts, such as Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa and Harrah's Resort, are major employers in the region. Ocean City's boardwalk businesses and seasonal attractions also create numerous job opportunities, especially during the summer months.

Linwood's location also allows for easy access to Philadelphia's job market, about an hour's drive away, broadening employment options for residents who don't mind a longer commute.

What makes Linwood a great place to live

Linwood is a beautiful small town on the South Jersey Shore. The variety of programs and events—ranging from seasonal celebrations to sports leagues—offer residents many options and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Whatever your age or interest, there are ways to get involved and enjoy the area.

Linwood’s quiet community is charming and wonderful, but of course, there are times you want to experience a little more adventure. Conveniently, Linwood residents can have that too. Whichever kind of adventure you are looking for—a fun family outing in Ocean City or a night on the town in Atlantic City—you don’t have to travel far. With both cities less than fifteen miles, it’s easy to plan a short getaway.

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