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WATCHUNG, NJ 07069

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
11
⇩ 31.3% vs 16 last year
Pending
3
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,385,000
⇧ 45.9% vs $949,450 last year
Average Price
$1,618,517
⇧ 38.1% vs $1,172,014 last year
Days on Market
57
⇧ 5.6% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,651  ·  Density: 405.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $152,168

Typical home value: $794,850  ·  Homeownership: 87.5%

Market Analysis

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

The WATCHUNG, NJ real estate market (07069) currently shows 11 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 57 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 45.9% year-over-year, from $949,450 to $1,385,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 11 this year vs 16 last year
  • Days on market: 57 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,385,000 (+45.9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,618,517 (+38.1% 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 6.8 miles — 335 listings ($330,509,693 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
07069Watchung, NJ 070690.0 mi11$17,803,687$1,385,000$1,618,517
07060Plainfield, NJ 070602.1 mi56$26,697,104$484,500$476,734
07063Plainfield, NJ 070632.6 mi24$12,304,224$507,450$512,676
07076Scotch Plains, NJ 070763.5 mi43$46,270,967$923,750$1,076,069
07933Gillette, NJ 079333.7 mi9$6,587,775$599,900$731,975
07059Warren, NJ 070594.0 mi42$81,682,986$1,550,000$1,944,833
07946Millington, NJ 079464.5 mi2$3,198,000$1,599,000$1,599,000
07092Mountainside, NJ 070924.9 mi10$10,106,040$999,000$1,010,604
08846Middlesex, NJ 088465.7 mi26$13,351,806$549,450$513,531
07928Chatham, NJ 079285.9 mi22$45,096,348$1,895,000$2,049,834
07976New Vernon, NJ 079766.2 mi2$14,976,000$7,488,000$7,488,000
07935Green Village, NJ 079356.6 mi1$2,550,000$2,550,000$2,550,000
08854Piscataway, NJ 088546.8 mi87$49,884,756$544,450$573,388

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WATCHUNG, NJ 07069?

As of January 2026, there are 11 active listings in WATCHUNG, NJ (zip code 07069), compared to 16 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WATCHUNG, NJ 07069?

The median listing price in WATCHUNG, NJ 07069 is $1,385,000 as of January 2026, a 45.9% increase from $949,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in WATCHUNG, NJ 07069 spend an average of 57 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WATCHUNG, NJ 07069?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WATCHUNG, NJ 07069 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WATCHUNG, NJ 07069 save an estimated $27,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,385,000. 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.