Is 08638, NJ a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 08638 is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since March 2023

At the same time last year, 08638 was a Neutral Market.

Key Takeaway

08638 is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in 08638, NJ

How much do homes in 08638, NJ cost?

Median Sold Price

$285,000

$208/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since March 2023

+$15,000(+5.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 08638 have sold for 5.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 08638 was $285,000 in March 2024, up 5.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $208.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
1 $650K$185K
-71.5%
2 $180K$227.5K
+26.4%
3 $260K$286.5K
+10.2%
4 $302.5K$335K
+10.7%
5+ $181.8K$335K
+84.2%

Summary: 08638 housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 71.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 26.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 10.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 84.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

08628
+14.3%
08648
+8.3%
08609
+5.7%
08638
+5.6%
08618
-2.2%

Housing Supply in 08638, NJ

How many homes are available in 08638, NJ?

Number of Homes For Sale

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
107113+5.6%

Summary: The 08638 real estate market had 113 homes for sale in March 2024, a 5.6% increase compared to February 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSFeb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 2223
+4.5%
3 4646
0.0%
4 3639
+8.3%
5+ 35
+66.7%

Summary: The 08638 housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes increased by 8.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 66.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1512-20.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

6 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 08638, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 12 homes were sold or pending in 08638 in March 2024, down by 20.0% month-over-month. Of the 12 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 8% were sold at asking, and 42% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 08638, NJ

How long does it take to sell a home in 08638, NJ?

Average Sale Time

Mar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
62 Days32 Days-48.3%

Summary: Homes in 08638 had an average of 32 days on market in Mar 2024, down by 48.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

7 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 08638 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During March 2024, 12 homes were sold in 08638; 58% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 8% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 17 Days Ago

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