- County
- Atlantic County
- Municipality type
- City
- ZIP code
- 08221
- Public schools
- Linwood Public Schools (K-8); Mainland Regional High School
- Major routes
- Shore Road (Route 585), Garden State Parkway
Atlantic County, New Jersey
Linwood
Linwood is a small mainland city in Atlantic County bordered by Northfield to the north and Somers Point to the south. Shore Road (Route 585) runs its length, and the shore bike path passes through the city, connecting it to neighboring mainland towns.
Quick Facts
What Buyers Should Know
Inventory in Linwood is limited by the city's size, so comparable sales may be few and pricing benefits from a careful, address-specific review.
- Lot sizes and setbacks vary between the older Shore Road corridor and the later subdivisions to the west.
- Confirm flood zone designation and elevation for properties on the bay side.
- Renovation and addition plans should be checked against current city zoning and construction requirements before you make an offer.
Property and Housing Considerations
The housing stock includes older homes along and near Shore Road, mid-century ranches and split-levels, larger colonials in the western subdivisions, and a smaller number of custom and waterfront-adjacent properties. Some streets have larger lots than neighboring municipalities.
Parks, Recreation, Shopping and Transportation
The Linwood Bike Path segment of the shore bike path is used for walking, running and cycling.
- The city maintains recreation fields and playgrounds, and Linwood Country Club is located within the city.
- Bay access for boating is available from adjacent municipalities.
Shore Road is the primary north-south route, with the Garden State Parkway reachable via nearby interchanges and Route 52 connecting Somers Point to Ocean City. Everyday shopping is on Shore Road and in Northfield and Somers Point; larger retail is in Egg Harbor Township and Mays Landing.
Schools and Official Resources
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Community information is provided for general reference and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify municipal, tax, zoning, flood, and school information directly with the official sources linked above. This page was last reviewed on September 11, 2026.