Real Estate Matters
By Elisa Jo Eagan
When we think of a place to call home, to live, to plant seeds, to grow roots, to work, to thrive and to raise a family, many factors come into the equation. We dream, we plan, we search and we research in order to create and to find our own utopia.
For me, the thriving community of Egg Harbor Township located in “the heart of Atlantic County” comes to mind.
With the beauty and enjoyment of the Great Egg Harbor River along its border, the convenience of the Atlantic City International Airport in its center, its own military bases including the USAF 177th Air National Guard Fighter Wing and the U.S. Coast Guard to protect it and the William J Hughes Federal Aviation Technical Center employing many of its residents, the township is uniquely situated.
Egg Harbor Township has senior communities including the 55+ Village Grande of Little Mill and English Mill, its own parks, recreation and community center, award-winning golf courses and homes, youth all sports programs, Police Athletic League, its own fully paid police force and dedicated volunteer fire departments, places of worship where people gather, numerous dedicated business and services and many other features that its residents enjoy, appreciate and love.
Its desirable public school system provides top-notch education for its children and grandchildren. Generations of successful students have gone through Egg Harbor Township schools and live or have lived in the township, giving back to the community and happily are sending their children and grandchildren to the same schools that they have successfully attended.
Many neighborhoods of new construction homes have been built in the last few years and are continuing to be built to accommodate the strong demand for housing. Stay tuned as there is more to come. New homes being built is a positive sign of a healthy real estate market and housing is the backbone of a community and the economy.
During the pandemic, Egg Harbor Township became the “sweet spot” for many relocating from New York, North Jersey, Pennsylvania and other out-of-state purchasers wanting to escape from the hustle and bustle of living and working in crowded cities, choosing to work at home instead.
Many relocated to Egg Harbor Township for a better life, to be closer to other family members, near Ocean City or their favorite beaches or to work in and around Atlantic City and the surrounding area.
Home values throughout Egg Harbor Township since 2020 have increased on an average of 30-35% above, building equity for homeowners.
Inventory and supply of existing homes for sale is low and the demand for housing is stronger than it has ever been.
Buyers want to buy and own in Egg Harbor Township in all price ranges and neighborhoods. The desire to own, enjoy and experience living in the heart of Atlantic County is alive and well.
For over 300 years, since 1710, Egg Harbor Township has been rich in history, built and made up of many talented caring residents and dedicated business owners that have given of themselves and have contributed to and have created a wonderful place for residents and their families of past, present and future generations to come and enjoy.
Until next time… remember to bloom where you are planted. There’s no place like owning your own home here in our own Shore Local area.
For More Real Estate Questions, Information and Advice Contact Elisa Jo Eagan “The Real Estate Godmother” (609)703-0432 and Remember… “There’s No Place Like Owning Your Own Home!”
