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NEWTON, NJ 07860

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
67
⇧ 1.5% vs 66 last year
Pending
29
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$429,999
⇩ 1.4% vs $435,950 last year
Average Price
$574,011
⇧ 5.6% vs $543,375 last year
Days on Market
57
⇩ 12.3% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,507  ·  Density: 102.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $103,876

Typical home value: $319,128  ·  Homeownership: 79.9%

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON, NJ real estate market (07860) currently shows 67 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 57 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 57 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.4% year-over-year, from $435,950 to $429,999.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 67 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 57 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $429,999 (-1.4% YoY)
  • Average: $574,011 (+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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.3 miles — 344 listings ($213,100,758 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
07860Newton, NJ 078600.0 mi67$38,458,737$429,999$574,011
07821Andover, NJ 078217.3 mi21$22,376,907$743,950$1,065,567
07826Branchville, NJ 078268.1 mi24$11,981,208$449,900$499,217
07871Sparta, NJ 078719.6 mi60$48,702,780$598,940$811,713
07874Stanhope, NJ 0787410.5 mi27$11,450,835$420,000$424,105
07843Hopatcong, NJ 0784311.5 mi35$18,907,490$399,000$540,214
07416Franklin, NJ 0741612.1 mi13$5,464,810$374,900$420,370
07828Budd Lake, NJ 0782812.4 mi19$10,912,327$574,990$574,333
07838Great Meadows, NJ 0783812.8 mi6$1,872,000$312,000$312,000
07844Hope, NJ 0784413.3 mi1$499,900$499,900$499,900
07856Mount Arlington, NJ 0785613.4 mi16$15,153,264$499,999$947,079
07840Hackettstown, NJ 0784013.8 mi50$25,280,500$499,900$505,610
07852Ledgewood, NJ 0785214.3 mi5$2,040,000$422,500$408,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWTON, NJ 07860?

As of January 2026, there are 67 active listings in NEWTON, NJ (zip code 07860), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWTON, NJ 07860?

The median listing price in NEWTON, NJ 07860 is $429,999 as of January 2026, a 1.4% decrease from $435,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON, NJ 07860 spend an average of 57 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWTON, NJ 07860?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NEWTON, NJ 07860 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 57 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEWTON, NJ 07860 save an estimated $8,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $429,999. 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.