Why Ewing, NJ?
Ewing is a 15.5-square-mile township of 37,264 that punches way above its weight — The College of New Jersey's 289-acre campus (consistently ranked the top public college in NJ), SEPTA commuter rail to Philadelphia from West Trenton Station, Trenton-Mercer Airport with Frontier Airlines nonstop service to 10 destinations, and a Louis Kahn-designed bath house that is now the senior center. The first industrial robot used to replace human workers was deployed here at the Inland Fisher Guide Plant in 1961. Church and Dwight (makers of Arm and Hammer) relocated its headquarters from Princeton to Ewing in 2013. Washington Crossing State Park marks where George Washington launched the surprise attack that turned the Revolution. Over 38 named neighborhoods from colonial Ewingville to lakefront Hillwood Lakes create a diverse housing market at a $392K median — one of the best values in Mercer County. Erini Restaurant serves Mediterranean overlooking the river, and the Blooming Grove Inn occupies a Victorian mansion.
Ewing Real Estate Market in 2026
Ewing homes sell in 18 days at a $392K median, up 8% year over year. The market spans garden apartments and townhomes from $200K to single-family colonials and Victorians reaching $500K-plus. Average rent is $1,888 for a one-bedroom and $2,670 for a two-bedroom. The TCNJ campus and Trenton-Mercer Airport employment provide a stable demand floor beyond Trenton commuters. Over 38 named sections create micro-markets with distinct character.
Best Neighborhoods in Ewing
6 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and price range
Glendale
$250,000 to $400,000One of Ewing's most established neighborhoods with Cape Cod and Dutch Colonial Revival homes on shady, landscaped lots. Close-knit feel with walkable streets. Near Parkway Elementary School.
Hillwood Lakes / TCNJ Area
$325,000 to $475,000Near The College of New Jersey's 289-acre campus and Lake Sylva (10.6 acres). Academic atmosphere with student-friendly amenities. Hillwood Manor and Hillwood Lakes are lakefront sections.
Ewingville / Historic
$300,000 to $450,000One of Ewing's oldest communities dating to the 18th century, centered on Shabakunk Creek. Historic character with older homes and established trees.
West Trenton / Delaware River
$275,000 to $400,000Near the SEPTA West Trenton Station with commuter rail to Philadelphia. Delaware River access via Route 29. Some river views. Most transit-connected section.
Pennington Road / North Ewing
$350,000 to $550,000Near the Pennington and Hopewell borders. More residential and suburban. Larger lots. Near Blooming Grove Inn. The premium section of Ewing.
Parkway Village / Braeburn Heights
$275,000 to $375,000Quaint neighborhoods in the heart of Ewing with local shops, pizza, and a deli. Near major roadways for NYC, Princeton, and Philadelphia access.
Commuting from Ewing to NYC
Source: NJ Transit schedules, June 2026. Peak hour commute times.
Walkability and Livability in Ewing
How easy is it to live car-free or car-light in Ewing?
Ewing Schools and Ratings
Ewing Public Schools serves 3,444 students across five schools with a 10.3 to 1 student-teacher ratio. W.L. Antheil Elementary (PreK to 5, 623 students), Francis Lore Elementary (K to 5, 500 students), and Parkway Elementary (K to 5, 358 students) feed into Gilmore J. Fisher Middle School (6 to 8, 827 students) and Ewing High School (9 to 12, 1,080 students, the Blue Devils). The College of New Jersey (289-acre campus, top-ranked public college in NJ) and the Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf (148 acres, 175 students) are within township limits. Villa Victoria Academy offers private Catholic education for girls grades 6 to 12.
Source: NCES CCD 2023 to 2024, NJDOE NJSLA 2024 to 2025
Francis Lore Elementary School
Gilmore J Fisher Middle School
William L Antheil Elementary School
Parkway Elementary School
Ewing High School
Trenton Stem-to-Civics Charter School
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Where to Eat in Ewing
Fine Dining
Erini Restaurant serves contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with an outdoor area overlooking the Delaware River — the borough's most celebrated restaurant. Blooming Grove Inn is an elevated Americana restaurant housed in a historic Victorian mansion on Pennington Road.
Casual and Local
Primo's Hoagies is the go-to lunch spot. Parkway Avenue and Olden Avenue corridors have diverse casual dining including Mexican, American, and pizza. TCNJ's campus area adds cafes and student-friendly options.
Parks and Recreation in Ewing
Washington Crossing State Park
3,000-plus acre state park at the northern border where George Washington crossed the Delaware River on December 25, 1776. Annual Christmas Day reenactment. The Washington Victory Trail documents the route of the attack on Trenton.
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park
Historic canal towpath through the township providing walking and biking along the waterway.
Lake Sylva
10.6-acre man-made lake on the TCNJ campus created in the 1920s on Shabakunk Creek. Walking paths and campus green space.
Ewing Senior and Community Center
Housed in the Louis Kahn-designed Trenton Bath House from the 1950s — a nationally significant work of modernist architecture now serving as a community center.
New Development and Growth in Ewing
Church and Dwight Headquarters
Church and Dwight (makers of Arm and Hammer, OxiClean, and Trojan) relocated its corporate headquarters from Princeton to Ewing in 2013, bringing corporate employment and tax base.
Trenton-Mercer Airport Expansion
Frontier Airlines operates nonstop service to 10 destinations. The airport handles 100,000 takeoffs and landings annually and is a growing low-cost alternative to Newark and Philadelphia airports.
Former Naval Air Warfare Center
The 528-acre former NAWC base (operated 1953 to 1997 as a jet engine test facility) was transferred for redevelopment in 2013 — a massive brownfield opportunity.
History of Ewing, NJ
Incorporated February 22, 1834. Named after Charles Ewing, Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court.
The first industrial robot used to replace human workers in manufacturing was deployed at Ewing's Inland Fisher Guide Plant in 1961 — a pivotal moment in the history of automation.
TCNJ was founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School and is consistently ranked the top public college in New Jersey.
The Naval Air Warfare Center Trenton operated from 1953 to 1997 on 528 acres as a jet engine test facility before closing.
Louis Kahn's Trenton Bath House (1950s) is a nationally significant modernist architectural landmark now serving as the Ewing Senior and Community Center.
The William Greene Farmhouse (1700s) is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Safety in Ewing
Ewing is a generally safe suburban community. The township police and fire departments serve 37,264 residents across 15.5 square miles.
Notable Residents
Annual Events and Festivals
Frequently Asked Questions About Ewing, NJ
What is the median home price in Ewing, NJ?
The median home price is $392,000 as of 2026, with 8.0% year-over-year appreciation. Average $235/sqft, selling in 18 days.
How long is the commute from Ewing to NYC?
58 minutes via NJ Transit from West Trenton (SEPTA) on the SEPTA Trenton Line to Philadelphia. Transfer required.
What are property taxes in Ewing, NJ?
Tax rate is 2.67%. Average homeowner pays $7,890/year. At the median price of $392,000, expect about $10,466/year.
What are the best neighborhoods in Ewing?
Glendale ($250,000 to $400,000). Hillwood Lakes / TCNJ Area ($325,000 to $475,000). Ewingville / Historic ($300,000 to $450,000). West Trenton / Delaware River ($275,000 to $400,000). Pennington Road / North Ewing ($350,000 to $550,000). See the full guide above for all 6 neighborhoods.
Is Ewing safe?
Ewing is a generally safe suburban community. The township police and fire departments serve 37,264 residents across 15.5 square miles.
How walkable is Ewing, NJ?
Walk Score of 55, rated "Somewhat Walkable." Median income $69,716, median age 37.2. 32% renter-occupied.
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