Bordentown, NJ 133 Apartments for Rent

Live with royalty in Bordentown, NJ, where Joseph Bonaparte, the king of Naples and Sicily and brother to Napoleon I of France, lived with his wife and raised two daughters.

Bordentown is named after Joseph Borden, who is credited with developing one of the first systems of transportation to take people and freight from New York City to Philadelphia in 1740. To this day, Bordentown's prime location means it has the shortest access to Perth Amboy for easy transport of goods and people to the greater NYC area. Residents of Bordentown enjoy all the charm of small-town living, and rave about the exceptionally maintained parks. Bordentown has a population of just under 4,000; however, it is growing because of the intrinsic charm and historic value (it's home to founder of the American Red Cross Clara Barton, for one) of the community. Bask in the simplicity of small-town living with a move to Bordentown.

Moving to Bordentown

Moving can be stressful; however, by following some of these tips, your move to Bordentown will be a little bit easier.

Start by exploring the Bordentown Township website, where you can learn valuable information about trash removal, utility companies, etc. The best time to move to Bordentown may be the spring, when the flowers bloom, the weather starts to turn nice, and homeowners put their houses on the market. Because it is such a small town, demand for housing in Bordentown is high. Persistence pays, just be sure to have multiple properties on your short list.

Neighborhoods in Bordentown

The homes of Bordentown, NJ, are famous for their unique architectural style that dates to pre-World War II. Don't expect to crack open the caviar in your McMansion here. Cape style houses are the norm, with many featuring the elegant architectural details of the early 1900s. These homes can be found in Bordentown's three distinct neighborhoods: City Center, Florence Station, and Mile Hollow.

City Center: Although Bordentown lacks a true downtown, it does have a large supply of places for rent in the City Center neighborhood. One and two bedroom apartments are the norm in this community.

Florence Station/Mile Hollow: Although these are two distinct neighborhoods, both Florence Station and Mile Hollow feature similarly designed homes. Both communities are predominantly single family homes with at least three bedrooms and two bathrooms. New construction is uncommon in Bordentown. However, there were a large number of homes built in the late 1990s and early 2000s that are now becoming available for purchase. Although it is not common to find a rental apt in these neighborhoods, new residents may be able to locate several townhouses for rent.

Living in Bordentown

Three words to describe living in Bordentown: small, quaint, and quiet. Because the population is just under 4,000, residents of Bordentown all know the names of their neighbors and a true feeling of community exists. Bordentown prides itself on offering something that will appeal to every resident. From men's and women's sports leagues to activities for children to annual events, Bordentown is the quintessential picturesque New England town. Newcomers to the area should be forewarned that it lacks a large downtown area. Although it does have a grocery store, gas stations, and such, residents will have to drive to Trenton to shop the malls or get their dance on.