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Real Estate Market Report  ·  Atlantic County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MARGATE CITY, NJ real estate market (08402) currently shows 115 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.4% year-over-year, from $1,399,995 to $1,405,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,331  ·  Density: 1,456.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $112,661

Typical home value: $570,941  ·  Homeownership: 89.7%

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Market Overview

Active Listings
115
⇧ 5.5% vs 109 last year
Pending
29
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,405,475
⇧ 0.4% vs $1,399,995 last year
Average Price
$1,903,424
⇧ 2% vs $1,865,972 last year
Days on Market
56
⇧ 16.7% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$924
⇧ 13.5% vs $814/sqft last year
Median Home Size
859 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 115 this year vs 109 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,405,475 (+0.4% YoY)
  • Average: $1,903,424 (+2% 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 17.8 miles — 1,219 listings ($1,500,881,262 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08402Margate City, NJ 084020.0 mi102$202,206,432$1,535,000$1,982,416
08403Longport, NJ 084031.7 mi22$68,764,344$2,035,500$3,125,652
08221Linwood, NJ 082213.2 mi55$38,324,275$664,945$696,805
08401Atlantic City, NJ 084014.5 mi330$211,402,620$215,198$640,614
08244Somers Point, NJ 082445.0 mi71$46,856,379$556,175$659,949
08226Ocean City, NJ 082266.7 mi314$642,913,116$1,374,975$2,047,494
08203Brigantine, NJ 082038.8 mi93$79,669,194$612,450$856,658
08205Absecon, NJ 0820510.3 mi138$53,444,778$344,950$387,281
08248Strathmere, NJ 0824812.5 mi6$13,213,500$2,110,000$2,202,250
08241Port Republic, NJ 0824114.0 mi5$2,149,500$429,900$429,900
08243Sea Isle City, NJ 0824316.0 mi64$129,575,616$2,147,500$2,024,619
08270Woodbine, NJ 0827016.8 mi16$11,221,808$429,250$701,363
08317Dorothy, NJ 0831717.8 mi3$1,139,700$379,900$379,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402?

As of March 2026, there are 115 active listings in MARGATE CITY, NJ (zip code 08402), compared to 109 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402?

The median listing price in MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402 is $1,405,475 as of March 2026, a 0.4% increase from $1,399,995 the prior year.

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

Homes in MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402 spend an average of 56 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 MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

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