Columbus NJ Homes for Sale

 Welcome to the Columbus and Mansfield Township!  Accented by the beautiful countryside landscape, residents can enjoy all the modern housing amenities with a scenic rural feel.  Within a 10 mile radius of Mansfield you can find numerous malls and shopping centers, accessed easily by Rt. 206 and I-295.  You will find single family homes, farms, and 2 active adult communities within the town.  Browse the neighborhood links below to see all the houses and properties for sale in Mansfield Township.  If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment to see a home, Call my Cellular Direct: 609-346-8209

A Bit About Mansfield Twp and Columbus

It is said that Mansfield got it's name from the English town on the border of Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire.  It is believed to be fact because the township on the opposite side of Crosswicks Creek was once called Nottingham.

Mansfield was formed as a township in 1688. It was then reformed by royal charter in 1770.  In 1798 it was incorporated by the State of New Jersey. In 1850 part was given to form Fieldsboro within the township. In 1852 part was ceded to help form Bordentown Township and in 1872 part to form Florence Township.

The area now known as Columbus, an unincoporated community within Mansfield, was named after Christopher Columbus.  The area was settled by an English Quaker named Thomas Scattergood who had purchased 167 acres on Craft's Creek.  It is said that the name of the community was originally Black Horse Village.  The name was changed to Columbus in 1827 when the first post office was established.

Mansfield Township Today - Come Home for Elegance, Charm and Country Roads!

Mansfield, covering a little over 23 square miles,  is home to wonderful neighborhoods nestled into country settings. This township boasts the "oldest Tree" in New Jersey and was the major route from New York to Philadelphia in the 1800´s. Historic Mansfield has numerous houses built in the 1800´s and refurbished with many modern conveniences.  This country township has also attracted many top-notch Builders and Developers that are building many new homes on old farm land. The views are incredible!

This quite community has Produce Stands in the Summer, Pumpkin Picking in the Fall and great Summer Camps and activities. Lots to do every weekend!  We are just a short drive to PA or hop the train to ride directly to NY.

Real Estate Services in Columbs, NJ

Thinking of selling your home in Columbus?  Give us a call! Our team of real estate professionals can determine your home's value, and give you the marketing exposure that will help you get your home sold at the best price the market has to offer and as stress free as possible.