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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
61
⇧ 22% vs 50 last year
Pending
26
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$475,000
⇧ 35.7% vs $350,000 last year
Average Price
$505,621
⇧ 21% vs $417,701 last year
Days on Market
45
⇩ 15.1% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 29,296  ·  Density: 627.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $115,931

Typical home value: $339,854  ·  Homeownership: 70.4%

Market Analysis

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

The HIGHTSTOWN, NJ real estate market (08520) currently shows 61 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 35.7% year-over-year, from $350,000 to $475,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 61 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 45 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $475,000 (+35.7% YoY)
  • Average: $505,621 (+21% 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 11.2 miles — 722 listings ($546,349,830 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08520Hightstown, NJ 085200.0 mi61$30,842,881$475,000$505,621
08555Roosevelt, NJ 085553.9 mi3$1,560,000$520,000$520,000
08691Robbinsville, NJ 086914.7 mi44$32,918,380$725,000$748,145
08535Millstone Township, NJ 085355.2 mi23$34,075,811$1,598,500$1,481,557
08501Allentown, NJ 085016.7 mi19$18,691,003$867,000$983,737
08831Monroe Township, NJ 088317.4 mi266$145,774,384$465,000$548,024
08810Dayton, NJ 088108.2 mi19$13,832,000$517,500$728,000
08514Cream Ridge, NJ 085148.7 mi12$7,673,148$562,000$639,429
08852Monmouth Junction, NJ 088529.3 mi44$37,123,240$619,000$843,710
08540Princeton, NJ 085409.9 mi125$183,115,625$830,500$1,464,925
08828Helmetta, NJ 0882810.2 mi12$7,079,700$604,500$589,975
08610Trenton, NJ 0861010.6 mi61$24,780,091$370,000$406,231
08609Trenton, NJ 0860911.2 mi33$8,883,567$247,400$269,199

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520?

As of January 2026, there are 61 active listings in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ (zip code 08520), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520?

The median listing price in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 is $475,000 as of January 2026, a 35.7% increase from $350,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 save an estimated $9,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $475,000. 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.