Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Ocean County, NJ real estate market currently shows 4,259 active listings, with 1,486 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 293 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 50 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 4.2% year-over-year, from $549,945 to $527,000.
Population: 636,683 · Density: 959.0/mi² · Median household income: $83,756
Typical home value: $371,795 · Homeownership: 77.1%
Barnegat: 08005
Barnegat Light: 08006
Bayville: 08721
Beach Haven: 08008
Beachwood: 08722
Forked River: 08731
Island Heights: 08732
Jackson: 08527
Lakehurst: 08733
Lakewood: 08701
Sunrise Beach: 08734
Lavallette: 08735
Prospect Manor: 08050
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.