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CARTERET, NJ 07008

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 07008

Port Reading

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CARTERET, NJ real estate market (07008) currently shows 36 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.4% year-over-year, from $537,000 to $535,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 25,170  ·  Density: 2,210.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,081

Typical home value: $332,787  ·  Homeownership: 54.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
36
⇩ 2.7% vs 37 last year
Pending
16
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$535,000
⇩ 0.4% vs $537,000 last year
Average Price
$551,275
⇩ 2.4% vs $564,681 last year
Days on Market
35
⇩ 44.4% vs 63 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$356
⇧ 4.1% vs $342/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,626 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 36 this year vs 37 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $535,000 (-0.4% YoY)
  • Average: $551,275 (-2.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 6.2 miles — 734 listings ($452,718,397 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
07008Carteret, NJ 070080.0 mi36$19,780,704$510,474$549,464
07001Avenel, NJ 070012.2 mi22$11,959,706$544,950$543,623
07036Linden, NJ 070362.8 mi73$44,146,823$595,250$604,751
10314Staten Island, NY 103143.6 mi222$159,201,528$721,000$717,124
07095Woodbridge, NJ 070953.8 mi49$24,960,355$459,250$509,395
10303Staten Island, NY 103034.5 mi61$35,049,807$585,500$574,587
10308Staten Island, NY 103084.7 mi90$57,239,280$682,450$635,992
08830Iselin, NJ 088304.8 mi36$22,509,396$570,167$625,261
08861Perth Amboy, NJ 088615.0 mi56$27,112,120$478,225$484,145
07206Elizabethport, NJ 072065.2 mi7$3,051,412$436,000$435,916
08863Fords, NJ 088635.5 mi25$12,548,175$524,975$501,927
10302Staten Island, NY 103025.7 mi25$16,803,475$648,250$672,139
07208Elizabeth, NJ 072086.2 mi32$18,355,616$589,500$573,613

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARTERET, NJ 07008?

As of March 2026, there are 36 active listings in CARTERET, NJ (zip code 07008), compared to 37 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARTERET, NJ 07008?

The median listing price in CARTERET, NJ 07008 is $535,000 as of March 2026, a 0.4% decrease from $537,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CARTERET, NJ?

Homes in CARTERET, NJ 07008 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARTERET, NJ 07008?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CARTERET, NJ 07008 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CARTERET, NJ?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARTERET, NJ 07008 save an estimated $10,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $535,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.