Ocean City, NJ metro area Housing Market

Cold Market

Comprehensive housing market data for the Ocean City, 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

$743K

32.6% YoY

Days on Market

77 days

20.6% YoY

Active Inventory

897

10.3% YoY

Homes Sold

192

2.5% YoY

Cold Market

Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.

Ocean City, NJ metro area Market Summary

The Ocean City, NJ metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $743K, up 32.6% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 77 days on the market, 20.6% shorter than a year ago.

There are 897 homes for sale — 10.3% fewer than last year. With 4.7 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 296 new listings were added during this period, down 20.0% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 97.7% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 18.2% of homes sell above their asking price. 18.1% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

73

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 4.7
Days on Market 77
Price Drops 18.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio 97.7%
Market Temperature Cold

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 70.0%
Days on Market (National: 55) 40.0%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 99.9%

vs. New Jersey Median

Median Price (New Jersey: $547K) 35.8%
Days on Market (New Jersey: 49) 57.1%

Investor Takeaway

The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. Prices are 70% above the national median. Focus on rent-to-price ratios to ensure deals still cash flow.

Ocean City, NJ metro area Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$867K

Price per Sq Ft

$600

Sale-to-List Ratio

97.7%

Months of Supply

4.7

Sold Above List

18.2%

Price Drops

18.1%

New Listings

296

20.0% YoY

Pending Sales

246

Off Market in 2 Weeks

27.2%

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Housing market data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage. Not financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making investment decisions.