Lakewood is a vibrant, exciting place - a natural beauty set amidst parks, lakes and a quaint Victorian downtown. The town offers old-world charm, a hometown feeling and solid values along with 21st Century amenities. Business opportunities abound in Lakewood not only because of its location, but also because of its on-going growth and phenomenal development. Lakewood is situated near several major roads, including the Garden State Parkway. It is within an hour and a half of New York City, Philadelphia, and Atlantic City, and only a few miles from beaches, boardwalks, and malls.