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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 07076

Berwyck Chase · Canterbury (Canturbury) · Goodman's Crossing (Goodmans Crossing) · Sterling Chase · The Reserve

Market Analysis

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

The SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ real estate market (07076) currently shows 62 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 23 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 23 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.4% year-over-year, from $1,045,000 to $988,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 24,727  ·  Density: 1,061.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $179,531

Typical home value: $663,634  ·  Homeownership: 83.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
62
⇩ 1.6% vs 63 last year
Pending
33
53% pending ratio
Median Price
$988,250
⇩ 5.4% vs $1,045,000 last year
Average Price
$1,216,658
⇩ 5.6% vs $1,288,678 last year
Days on Market
23
⇧ 35.3% vs 17 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$365
⇩ 2.4% vs $374/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,855 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 62 this year vs 63 last year
  • Days on market: 23 now vs 17 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $988,250 (-5.4% YoY)
  • Average: $1,216,658 (-5.6% 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
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 — 459 listings ($352,171,222 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
07076Scotch Plains, NJ 070760.0 mi49$50,033,949$980,356$1,021,101
07062Plainfield, NJ 070621.6 mi30$14,979,600$489,300$499,320
07060Plainfield, NJ 070602.8 mi62$32,140,118$489,500$518,389
07066Clark, NJ 070663.3 mi20$14,621,840$675,000$731,092
07069Watchung, NJ 070693.5 mi10$16,962,810$1,671,175$1,696,281
07016Cranford, NJ 070164.0 mi27$25,139,700$777,000$931,100
07067Colonia, NJ 070674.2 mi40$36,143,840$724,500$903,596
07080South Plainfield, NJ 070804.6 mi41$25,505,977$583,000$622,097
07065Rahway, NJ 070655.2 mi66$36,714,084$550,000$556,274
08830Iselin, NJ 088305.3 mi36$22,509,396$570,167$625,261
07901Summit, NJ 079015.6 mi28$45,032,848$1,431,250$1,608,316
07204Roselle Park, NJ 072046.0 mi20$10,824,200$524,225$541,210
08840Metuchen, NJ 088406.2 mi30$21,562,860$664,500$718,762

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076?

As of April 2026, there are 62 active listings in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ (zip code 07076), compared to 63 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076?

The median listing price in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076 is $988,250 as of April 2026, a 5.4% decrease from $1,045,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076 spend an average of 23 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 17 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 23 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076 save an estimated $19,765 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $988,250. 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.