What school district is Lawrence NJ in?

Lawrence Township is served by Lawrence Township Public Schools, which includes Lawrence High School. The district has been undergoing improvements and offers a growing range of academic programs. It serves a diverse community with strong ties to the Trenton and Princeton employment corridors.

How close is Lawrence NJ to Princeton?

Lawrence Township borders Princeton to the southwest and is approximately 10-15 minutes from downtown Princeton by car. The proximity to both Princeton and Trenton makes it a practical choice for dual-income households working in both employment clusters.

Is Lawrence NJ a good place to buy a home?

Lawrence Township offers the best price-to-location ratio in the Greater Princeton corridor. With a median price approximately $950,000 below Princeton, buyers gain access to the Route 1 corridor, proximity to Princeton amenities, and a diverse community at a significantly lower cost basis. It's particularly well-suited for buyers optimizing for commute and value over school district prestige.

What are the best neighborhoods in Lawrence NJ?

Lawrence Township's most notable communities include Lawrenceville Main Street (The Village) for its historic walkable character, Nassau Estates, Bainbridge Estates, Yorkshire Woods, and Lawrenceville Green for single-family homes, Society Hill at Lawrence, Woodmont, and Lawrence Square Village for condos and townhomes. Each sub-market has a distinct buyer profile depending on priorities around home type, lot, and lifestyle.

Lawrence Township, NJ

Lawrence NJ
Real Estate

The most accessible entry point into the Greater Princeton corridor. Borders Princeton to the southwest, walkable to Rider University, minutes from the Route 1 tech and pharma belt, at a median price well below $700K.

Memorial Hall, Lawrenceville School — Lawrenceville School · Lawrence , Photo: Bmzuckerman / CC BY 4.0

Best fit for

First-time buyers, value-seekers near Princeton who need lower entry price

Typical budget

$400K-$700K SFH · most affordable Greater Princeton town · less competition

School district

Lawrence Township Public Schools · Lawrence High School · solid NJ district

Commute / tradeoff

I-295/Rt 1 access · no train · 10 min to Princeton · schools not top-5 like WW/Princeton

Market Pulse

Lawrence Township market
right now

Lawrence Township is the most accessible entry point into the Greater Princeton corridor. The trailing-12-month median single-family sale is approximately $625,000 as of April 2026, essentially flat from $629,000 a year ago, on 181 closed Detached sales (up from 167 the prior year). The volume uptick reflects what value buyers are doing in the current rate environment: trading scarce inventory in Princeton, West Windsor, and Montgomery for more attainable price points just minutes south. Homes clear at 100.1% of list with a median 17 days on market. Active inventory of 27 single-family homes with a median list of $765,000 gives buyers more choice than the northern corridor markets. The Lawrence math is simple: roughly $950,000 below the Princeton SFH median with comparable access to the Route 1 employment belt, I-95, and the Hamilton NJ Transit station for NYC. Lawrence Township Public Schools do not rank with the top-five-NJ tier of Princeton, WW-Plainsboro, or Hopewell Valley, so families prioritizing school district position should weigh that. For commute, value, and proximity-driven buyers, Lawrence frequently delivers the best dollar efficiency in the area.

Source: BrightMLS trailing-12-month closed Detached sales through April 2026.

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Neighborhoods

Lawrence Township
neighborhoods

Lawrence Township contains a range of distinct planned communities and villages, from a walkable historic main street to newer townhome developments along the Route 1 corridor. Listed A-Z below; select any neighborhood for live stats and recent sales.

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Every Lawrence community below has its own guide with live BrightMLS stats, recent sales, and active listings:

Academy Manor, 1966 detached near Lawrenceville area
Bainbridge Estates, Late-80s/90s 4-5BR detached
Carriage Park at Lawrenceville, Affordable condos and units
Colonial Lakes, Single-family community around lake
Eagles Chase, Condos
Eldridge Park, Single-family, moderate
Estates at Lawrenceville, Mid-80s/early-90s 4BR detached
Federal Hill, Beazer Homes 1994-96 4BR detached
Foxcroft, Luxury estates
Gatherings at Lawrenceville, 2005-06 active-adult townhomes
Hidden Hill, Mid-90s 4-5BR detached
Kingsbrook, Late-80s/90s 4-5BR luxury homes
Lawrence Crossing, Early-1900s historic housing
Lawrence Hollow, Mixed-era 3-4BR detached
Lawrence Square Village, Large condo community, affordable entry
Lawrence Woods, Luxury, wooded lots
Lawrenceville Green, Luxury near historic Lawrenceville
Lawrenceville Pointe, Early-2000s 2-3BR townhome/condo, $400K entry
Liberty Green, Family-oriented
Long Acres, 1937-68 detached on larger lots
Manors at Lawrenceville, Affordable townhomes and condos
Meadow Woods, Most affordable entry
Nassau Estates, 1960-79 3-4BR detached, $588K mid-tier
Nassau I, Established post-war neighborhood
Nassau II, Single-family near Nassau Park
Norgate, Postwar 1950s-60s ranches/capes
Oakwood, 2007-15 4-5BR newer detached
Pine Knoll, Tree-lined streets
Province Hill, 1979-80 3-5BR detached
Rosedale Acres, 32 homes, formal HOA, opposite ETS
Society Hill Lawrence, Townhomes, moderate pricing
Stonerise, 1989 2-3BR townhomes
Sturwood Hamlet, Townhomes and singles
The Ridings, Single-family near Mercer Co. Park
Tiffany Woods, Mixed townhouses and twins
Traditions at Federal, 55+ community
Twin Meadows, Early-70s/80s 3-4BR detached
Ventana, Mid-2000s townhomes, $549K
Venue at Cobblestone Creek, 55+ luxury townhouses
Village Mill, Late-70s 1-2BR condos, $276K entry tier
Village of Lawrence, Townhomes and condos
Woodfield Estates, Detached homes, backs to woods
Woodlane Estates, Larger lots
Woodmont, Townhomes on wooded lots
Yorkshire, Single-family

Common Questions

Lawrence NJ
Real Estate FAQ

What is the average home price in Lawrence NJ?+

The median single-family home price in Lawrence Township is approximately $625,000 as of April 2026, the most accessible price point in the Greater Princeton corridor. Entry-level homes start in the $380K-$450K range, while larger colonials and renovated properties in the Princeton Pike corridor can reach $800K-$950K.

How are Lawrence Township schools rated?+

Lawrence Township Public Schools are improving and serve a diverse community, but they are not in the same tier as neighboring Princeton Public, WW-Plainsboro, or Hopewell Valley Regional. Buyers for whom school district ranking is the primary driver should look at those markets instead. Lawrence makes the most sense for buyers where location, value, and commute access are the primary criteria.

Is Lawrence NJ close to Princeton?+

Yes. Lawrence Township borders Princeton to the southwest and is approximately 10-15 minutes from downtown Princeton by car. Residents have easy access to Princeton's restaurants, cultural amenities, and community life at a significantly lower cost of entry.

Is Lawrence NJ good for commuting?+

Lawrence Township is well-positioned for commuters. Direct access to Route 1, I-95, and Route 206 makes it practical for employment in Princeton (10-15 min), Trenton (10 min), Philadelphia (45-60 min via I-95), and the broader Route 1 tech and pharma corridor. NJ Transit service provides additional options for NYC-bound commuters via Hamilton Station.

What types of homes are available in Lawrence NJ?+

Lawrence Township's inventory is varied, from post-war ranches and split-levels in mid-century subdivisions (1950s : 1970s) to larger colonials and contemporaries in newer sections near Princeton Pike. There is also an active townhouse and condo market for buyers seeking a lower-maintenance entry point into the township.

Does The Wu Team work with buyers in Lawrence NJ?+

Yes, we actively serve buyers and sellers in Lawrence Township. We bring the same data-driven approach to Lawrence that we apply across the Greater Princeton corridor: precise comp analysis, clear offer strategy, and full Mandarin-language service when preferred.

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