Williamstown Apartments and Rentals

Williamstown is located in southwest New Jersey, approximately 12 miles south of Gloucester Township and 24 miles southeast of Philadelphia. It is an unincorporated place inside of Monroe Township. Williamstown apartments for rent can easily be found across the community's 7.42 square miles of land and offer attractive options for those looking to join its population of more than 15,500  people.

Williamstown's prime location is key to the quality of life it provides. Residents enjoy quiet suburban living with close proximity to the major urban center of Philadelphia. The Atlantic City Expressway runs adjacent to the town, which leads northwest to Philadelphia and southeast toward New Jersey's Atlantic City. Residents also enjoy convenient access to both the Cross Keys and Southern Cross airports.

The area in which Williamstown is located today was originally inhabited by the Lenni-Lenape Indians, noted to be members of the Delaware tribe. The first white settlers to the area arrived in 1737 and established camp in Williamstown, which was originally called "Squankum," an Indian name that meant "Place of Evil Ghosts." Rumor has it that this name referred to the area's many mosquitoes.

Today, Williamstown is known to be a family-friendly community, and according to data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau, roughly 26.2 percent of its population is younger than 18. Williamstown's traditional values are offset by a vibrant and diverse social scene, which is comprised of people from all backgrounds. Williamstown's median household income from 2006 to 2010 was found to be $56,870, which is significantly less than the state average of $69,811. Monroe Township prides itself on maintaining its sense of family and community, striving to continuously offer affordable housing options and top-notch schools.

People living in Williamstown apartments can enjoy all the attractions and events of Monroe Township. St. George Greek Festival and the Hungarian Festival are two area events that are particularly popular for locals and visitors alike.

Those commuting into Philadelphia can enjoy an art project known as A Love Letter for You, which displays numerous murals on buildings surrounding the El's route to the city. Each mural is said to echo the sentiments of the people living within the unique neighborhood in which it is found.

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