Cherry Hill Apartments and Rentals

Located on the outskirts of Philadelphia just across state lines in New Jersey, the town of Cherry Hill has a robust economy and unique history that stem from its proximity to the City of Brotherly Love. It is no wonder that the more than 71,800 residents who call the township home have plenty to be proud of, as the combination of quiet suburban living, easy commutes and quality schools have made this a wonderful place to raise a family.

Named to CNNMoney's 2006 list of the Best Places to Live in America, the city has emerged as one of the most desirable suburbs in the country. People looking for Cherry Hill apartments for rent will have no trouble finding a residence in a safe and convenient location.

Followers of William Penn arrived to the area in the late 1600s and the original community sustained itself as an agricultural center and mill town. The residents then banded together to create the Township of Delaware, which was incorporated in 1844, and vast family farms supported the region's inhabitants throughout the 19th century.

The farms of Cherry Hill, as the town would eventually become known in 1961, overflowed with the produce that would give New Jersey the title of the "Garden State," and provided the Campbell's Soup Company with its needed ingredients.

The town began to grow after the turn of the century, as the 1900s ushered in an era of expansion that was fueled by the suburban movements outside cities like Philadelphia and New York. People looking for Cherry Hill apartments can move into one of the neighborhoods that emerged during this period, and one can track the date of construction by the style of housing.

Home to nationally recognized public schools and located just under 20 minutes from Philadelphia, Cherry Hill is an excellent place for young professional families to raise their children. Though there are numerous job opportunities in Philadelphia, the school system in the county remains one of the biggest employers in the area.

Subaru has its national headquarters in the township, with a seven-story building located on the outskirts of the downtown area. The Cherry Hill Mall provides employment opportunities for those who are looking to enter into the retail or service industries.

Higher education opportunities are sparse in the direct vicinity of the town, but people who are looking at Cherry Hill rentals can make a short drive to Philadelphia to attend one of the many universities and colleges located in the city.

The layout of area is conducive to a quick commute for residents who are looking to cross over into Pennsylvania to work in Philadelphia. Several major highways, including an interstate road, run straight through the township, making it an ideal suburb and boosting the value of Cherry Hill rentals.

The median gross rent for Cherry Hill apartments is $1,106 a month, according to the 2010 Census.

The famous cheesesteaks and storied sports franchises in Philadelphia often lead residents of Cherry Hill to make the short drive to the city, but there are plenty of family friendly activities to partake in within town limits.

There are several museums in the town, a studio art gallery, expansive and educational farms and many golf courses in the area. Residents can enjoy some of the area's history and then go shopping or to dinner at one of the renowned establishments located in the region.

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