Town guide · Burlington County
Living in Delanco, NJ
Delanco sits on the point where Rancocas Creek flows into the Delaware River, and its name blends the two. It is a small river township of about 2.4 square miles of land, with a River LINE light rail station, a county park on the creek and a historic mansion on Delaware Avenue.
- County
- Burlington
- Population
- About 4,800 (2020 census)
- Size
- About 3.3 square miles, nearly a third of it water
- Setting
- A river town on the Delaware River and Rancocas Creek
- Main roads
- U.S. Route 130 and County Route 543
First things first
Delanco and Delran are two different towns
Delanco and Delran sound alike for a reason. Both names were made by blending Delaware and Rancocas, the two waterways that meet at their shores. They are separate townships with separate governments and separate tax rates, and they sit on opposite sides of Rancocas Creek with Riverside Township in between.
Delanco itself has had more than one name. It was created in 1859 as Beverly Township, carved from Willingboro Township, and was renamed Delanco in 1926. Beverly City and Edgewater Park were later formed from its land and are separate towns today.
Neighborhoods
A town shaped by two waterways
Delanco is bordered by the Delaware River and Rancocas Creek, and much of the town's character comes from that water. Delaware Avenue runs along the river, the Riverside Delanco Bridge crosses the creek, and U.S. Route 130 marks the southeastern border with Willingboro Township.
- Along the Delaware River: Delaware Avenue and the riverfront, home to the Zurbrugg Mansion and the RiverWalk on the Delaware townhouses.
- Along Rancocas Creek: The creek side of town, where Pennington Park and the Rancocas Creek Greenway Trail follow the water.
- Hawk Island: An uninhabited peninsula of about 118 acres at the southwestern corner of the township, built up over decades by river dredging deposits.
Homes
What you will find
- River town homes: Established streets near the Delaware River and Rancocas Creek, within reach of the light rail station.
- Riverfront townhouses: RiverWalk on the Delaware, a townhouse community built on land subdivided from the Zurbrugg Mansion grounds.
- Independent senior residence: The Zurbrugg Mansion was renovated in 2010 into a 27 unit independent senior residence.
Worth knowing: With water on two sides, flood zones matter in Delanco. Ask for the flood zone and flood history on any home near the Delaware River or Rancocas Creek. New Jersey sellers must disclose both, and we pull the flood map on every property we list or show.
Property taxes
What taxes look like in Delanco
- 2.300%2025 effective tax rate, as a share of market value
- $7,0192025 average residential tax bill
A home worth $300,000 on today's market would pay roughly $6,900 a year at Delanco's 2025 effective rate. Your actual bill depends on your assessment, so we pull the real tax record for any home you are considering.
Source: New Jersey Division of Taxation, 2025 general and effective tax rates. Rates are set each year.
Getting around
Roads and commuting
U.S. Route 130 runs along the township's southeastern edge and is the main highway, with County Route 543 crossing the town near the river. Delanco station on Rhawn Street is on NJ Transit's River LINE light rail, with trains south to Camden and the Pennsauken Transit Center and north to Trenton. The Riverside Delanco Bridge, a swing bridge that opened in 1935, carries traffic across Rancocas Creek to Riverside. Most daily shopping is along Route 130.
Places worth knowing
Parks, landmarks and open space
- Pennington Park: A Burlington County park on Rancocas Creek with creek views, trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, dog parks and a community garden.
- Rancocas Creek Greenway Trail: A paved county trail of about 4 miles that runs from Pennington Park through Riverside to Amico Island Park in Delran.
- Zurbrugg Mansion: A 1910 Classical Revival mansion at 531 Delaware Avenue, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009 and now a senior residence.
- Riverside Delanco Bridge: A 1935 swing bridge over Rancocas Creek whose 160 foot center span turns to let boats pass.
Common questions
Questions people ask us about Delanco
What are property taxes in Delanco, NJ?
Delanco Township's 2025 effective tax rate is 2.300 percent of market value, and the average residential tax bill is $7,019, according to the New Jersey Division of Taxation. Actual bills depend on each home's assessment.
Is there a train station in Delanco?
Yes. Delanco station on Rhawn Street is on NJ Transit's River LINE light rail. Northbound trains run to Trenton, and southbound trains run to the Pennsauken Transit Center and the Walter Rand Transportation Center in Camden.
How did Delanco get its name?
The name blends Delaware and Rancocas, the river and creek that meet at the township. It was once written Del Ranco or Delaranco before being shortened. The township was called Beverly Township until it was renamed Delanco in 1926.
What is Hawk Island in Delanco?
Hawk Island is an uninhabited peninsula of about 118 acres at Delanco's southwestern corner. River dredging deposits placed there since the 1930s have made it many times its original size.
Is the Zurbrugg Mansion open to the public?
No. The 1910 mansion on Delaware Avenue was renovated into a 27 unit independent senior residence. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and can be seen from the street.
Nearby towns
Towns that border Delanco
Buying or selling in Delanco?
Where the Rancocas meets the Delaware
In Delanco, a home's distance to the river or the creek can change its flood zone and its insurance. We start there, then talk with you about value and your options.
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