Lawrenceville

About Lawrenceville

Lawrenceville is a small, friendly village in New Jersey's Mercer County. It's conveniently located around 5.5 miles from Trenton, 8 miles from Princeton and 16.5 miles from Somerset. As a resident of Lawrenceville, you'll enjoy life in one of America's most historical areas. Taverns, farm houses, residential homes and other buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries are all carefully preserved throughout the community.

The History of Lawrenceville

Like many small, rural New Jersey towns, Lawrenceville was originally built to support the agriculture of the area. Many of the farms dating back to 17th-century land transactions remain today. The construction of The Lawrenceville School helped inspire the town's economic and political development during the 19th and 20th centuries. Lawrenceville was listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places in 1972, and it was one of the first historical districts registered in New Jersey.

Living and Working in Lawrenceville

It's easy to see why one might think about relocating to Lawrenceville. Its historical buildings give it a charm not seen in many American cities. Its small population gives it a friendly, intimate feel, while low unemployment and positive job growth attract new residents.

Despite its small size, Lawrenceville has a thriving business community. Its Main Street area boasts about 50 businesses, including restaurants and casual eateries, retail stores, and real estate agents. The village is built on small family businesses and independent firms rather than nationally recognized conglomerates, which maintains the community's small-town vibe.

Lawrenceville has a number of professional services, including legal firms, architecture firms and financial services. Local healthcare practitioners, including dentists, podiatrists and chiropractors, are easily accessible. The town is also home to a number of schools, providing employment for teachers and administrative staff.

Lawrenceville has an unemployment that 's lowerthan the national average, which is good news if you're in the market for a job. Locals who don't work in town enjoy an easy commute to neighboring towns such as Trenton, Princeton and Somerset.

Lawrenceville Schools

Lawrence Township Public Schools oversees the public schools of Central New Jersey, including Lawrenceville. There are several private schools in the community, including The Lawrenceville School, one of the country's oldest prep schools.

The village is also home to two institutions of higher education: Strayer University and Rider University.

Resources for Moving to Lawrenceville

Here are a few handy resources to make your move to Lawrenceville as easy as possible:

• Utilities: Public Service Electric & Gas supplies energy to the homes and businesses of Lawrenceville, while the township's public works department handles water and sewer services.
• Garbage and Recycling: The community is divided into collection zones, with each assigned a specific schedule for curbside collection of trash, recyclables and yard waste.
• Transportation: Like most areas of the state, Lawrenceville is served by New Jersey Transit.

Lawrenceville Housing

The median home price in Lawrenceville is higher than the national average, but significantly less expensive than many of its neighboring communities. Despite the city's historical feel, residential homes in Lawrenceville tend to be newer than in most American cities. If you are interested in owning a slice of Lawrenceville's history, you can find a limited number of properties built before World War I.