New Brunswick, NJ metro area Housing Market
Cool MarketComprehensive housing market data for the New Brunswick, NJ metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$550K
↑ 0.2% YoY
Days on Market
51 days
↑ 21.4% YoY
Active Inventory
5,576
↑ 2.4% YoY
Homes Sold
1,828
↓ 5.4% YoY
Cool Market
Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.
New Brunswick, NJ metro area Market Summary
The New Brunswick, NJ metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $550K, up 0.2% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 51 days on the market, 21.4% longer than a year ago.
There are 5,576 homes for sale — 2.4% more than last year. With 3.1 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 3,216 new listings were added during this period, up 0.5% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 99.9% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 39.2% of homes sell above their asking price. 17.1% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
68
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. New Jersey Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage.
New Brunswick, NJ metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$599K
Price per Sq Ft
$338
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.9%
Months of Supply
3.1
Sold Above List
39.2%
Price Drops
17.1%
New Listings
3,216
↑ 0.5% YoY
Pending Sales
2,354
Off Market in 2 Weeks
34.9%
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