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LINDEN, NJ 07036

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Union County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
72
⇧ 5.9% vs 68 last year
Pending
29
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$550,000
⇧ 0.2% vs $549,000 last year
Average Price
$573,902
⇩ 0.6% vs $577,547 last year
Days on Market
44
⇩ 8.3% vs 48 days last year

Market Context

Population: 44,996  ·  Density: 1,598.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,748

Typical home value: $355,191  ·  Homeownership: 58.4%

Market Analysis

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

The LINDEN, NJ real estate market (07036) currently shows 72 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.2% year-over-year, from $549,000 to $550,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 72 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $550,000 (+0.2% YoY)
  • Average: $573,902 (-0.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.8 miles — 442 listings ($278,790,398 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
07036Linden, NJ 070360.0 mi72$41,320,944$550,000$573,902
07202Elizabeth, NJ 072022.3 mi18$7,702,200$375,000$427,900
07008Carteret, NJ 070082.8 mi36$20,327,004$545,000$564,639
07001Avenel, NJ 070013.3 mi21$10,889,865$544,900$518,565
07208Elizabeth, NJ 072083.5 mi23$13,997,133$637,500$608,571
07066Clark, NJ 070663.9 mi24$18,987,048$675,000$791,127
07016Cranford, NJ 070164.0 mi27$17,990,316$639,500$666,308
07033Kenilworth, NJ 070334.5 mi17$11,400,659$649,999$670,627
07201Elizabeth, NJ 072014.6 mi6$3,054,900$474,000$509,150
07205Hillside, NJ 072054.9 mi23$13,709,909$550,000$596,083
07083Union, NJ 070835.0 mi89$52,677,231$572,500$591,879
07095Woodbridge, NJ 070955.6 mi55$26,745,235$425,450$486,277
07090Westfield, NJ 070905.8 mi31$39,987,954$1,223,940$1,289,934

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINDEN, NJ 07036?

As of January 2026, there are 72 active listings in LINDEN, NJ (zip code 07036), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINDEN, NJ 07036?

The median listing price in LINDEN, NJ 07036 is $550,000 as of January 2026, a 0.2% increase from $549,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINDEN, NJ 07036 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINDEN, NJ 07036?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINDEN, NJ 07036 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LINDEN, NJ 07036 save an estimated $11,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $550,000. 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.