Haddon Heights, NJ 150 Apartments for Rent

New Jersey Monthly named Haddon Heights the second best town to live in Southern New Jersey!

Haddon Heights is a borough in Camden County, New Jersey with a population of 7,473 people. It's located in southern New Jersey, but it's only about six miles from the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. The town dates back to the Colonial Period, when it was settled and there are still many Revolutionary War homes that people actually live in! It's only a couple of miles from the center of the city of Philadelphia, so many people technically use it as a bedroom community and commute into Philly for work.

Moving to Haddon Heights

Don't expect much of a hassle if you're moving to Haddon Heights. Renting here is easy breezy and you'll have a great chance of finding rental homes if you set your mind to it and dive right in. You'll want to give yourself four to six weeks to find the right place, and to make sure you're getting exactly what you want, whether it's a house rental or an apartment complex. Before you start the hunt, it's a great idea to figure out exactly what it is that you want! Your hunt will be a little different depending on whether you're looking for a townhouse for rent vs. a high rise condo, for example. Try to be a specific as possible when you're envisioning your new place -- it will help realtors understand what you're looking for and increase your chances of finding the right place! Check the different neighborhoods out, too. You never know which 'hood you will fall in love with until you check them out for yourself. Don't be surprised if apartments are a little on the pricey side here, though they're not like Manhattan level prices or anything, but they are definitely a little more expensive than the national median. Don't let that deter you, though. Typically in places where rent is a little higher, salaries tend to be a little higher, too. But definitely take that into consideration when you're negotiating your next job!

Haddon Heights is a friendly and welcoming place, so you should have a good experience renting a home here. Before you go to meet your prospective landlords, you should get a binder together with some of the leasing documents you'll need in order to land a rental apartment. This includes a copy of your ID, your credit report, rental application, pay stubs, bank statements and whatever else your landlord asks you to bring. This will help make sure the application process isn't delayed at all so you can rent an apartment as quickly as possible. If you're planning on bringing a pet, just make sure that you have all the necessary paperwork for your pet as well -- you'll need records from the vet proving they've had all their shots and are healthy and safe. Feel free to ask your landlord questions about the building, the neighborhood and the apartment itself. You might want to ask how old the units are, if there's a property manager on the premises who can help you take care of any issues you have, etc.

Neighborhoods in Haddon Heights

Residents love living in Haddon Heights, whether they're sandwiched up against the major interstate or tucked away by a grassy park. Here's a little more info about what you can expect from the different neighborhoods in Haddon Heights!

White Horse Pike: This area is close to Haddon Heights Park and the popular Elements Cafe on E. Atlantic Avenue. It has a suburban feel and a number of single-family homes and apartment complexes.

Borough Center: This is one of the more expensive areas and it's close to Haddon Lake Park. It's almost all owner-occupied and it can be pretty tricky to find rentals here.

Kings Hwy/Hillside Avenue: This place is home to some great local eateries, like Philly Pretzel Factory. It has a very urban feel and you'll be living in pretty close quarters with your neighbors.

Living in Haddon Heights

Life here is about as charming as it gets. Think of small towns that you've seen on TV where the kids walk to school and everyone knows each others names. That's exactly what you'll experience here in Haddon Heights. It's hard to find anything wrong with this small town! There's a beautiful Main Street that feels like it's right out of a Nick at Nite sitcom and the old fashioned grocery store, John's Friendly Market, will make you feel like you've stepped back into the 1950s.

There are a number of fine dining restaurants, like Elements, Kunkel's Steak and Seafood and Anthony's Ristorante. Over on the Black Horse Pike and King's Highway you'll find more shopping areas with little boutiques and restaurants. In the Fall, there is a Fall Festival and Corvette Show sponsored by the Business Association. They also sponsor the Halloween hayride and Holiday Parade. The Camden County Park is a beautiful setting for an afternoon stroll or a picnic. There are also bike trails and a nearby sports field for exercise. Lippincott Lane is a lovely place to explore, too, with rows of beautiful old trees.

Overall, the town is a wonderfully friendly place to move with a warm and welcoming community, energetic main street and quaint, small-town feel!