Hamilton is the largest town in Mercer County, with more than 92,000 residents in the 2020 census, so it's less one place than a group of neighborhoods, each with its own feel.
If you're moving here for work, family or a lower price point than Princeton, here's what helps to know before you start house hunting:
Learn the neighborhoods. Hamilton includes Hamilton Square, Mercerville, Yardville, White Horse and Groveville, among others. Housing ranges from older capes and ranches to newer townhomes and several 55+ communities.
The commute options are strong. Hamilton station on NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor Line runs to Newark and New York Penn Station. Trenton, one stop south, connects to SEPTA trains to Philadelphia.
The highway access is unusual. Hamilton is the only town in New Jersey that has I-95 (the Turnpike), I-195 and I-295 all running through it. Routes 130, 206 and 33 also cross the township.
There's a lot of green space. Veterans Park covers 350 acres. Sayen Botanical Garden is a local favorite in spring. Grounds For Sculpture has more than 270 sculptures on 42 acres, and Mercer County Park borders the township to the north.
Schools are one large district. The Hamilton Township School District runs more than 20 schools, so check which elementary school a specific address feeds into.
Taxes vary by home. Ask for the actual tax bill on any house you're considering, not an estimate.
Fred Gomberg with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach in Princeton has helped many buyers relocate to Mercer County from out of state, including virtual tours and a custom touring binder with maps and comps. If you're thinking about Hamilton, Fred is happy to answer questions before you ever book a flight.
