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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520

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

Market Analysis

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

The HIGHTSTOWN, NJ real estate market (08520) currently shows 59 active listings, with 27 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 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 41 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.8% year-over-year, from $444,889 to $462,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
59
⇩ 1.7% vs 60 last year
Pending
27
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$462,000
⇧ 3.8% vs $444,889 last year
Average Price
$495,557
⇩ 2.1% vs $506,052 last year
Days on Market
41
⇧ 70.8% vs 24 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$297
⇩ 3.3% vs $307/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,480 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 59 this year vs 60 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $462,000 (+3.8% YoY)
  • Average: $495,557 (-2.1% 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
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 11.2 miles — 758 listings ($566,543,463 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08520Hightstown, NJ 085200.0 mi68$36,171,852$488,725$531,939
08555Roosevelt, NJ 085553.9 mi3$1,530,000$510,000$510,000
08691Robbinsville, NJ 086914.7 mi47$34,068,326$704,450$724,858
08535Millstone Township, NJ 085355.2 mi19$30,204,186$1,731,920$1,589,694
08501Allentown, NJ 085016.7 mi19$16,972,909$734,250$893,311
08831Monroe Township, NJ 088317.4 mi283$151,884,968$454,000$536,696
08810Dayton, NJ 088108.2 mi15$11,826,000$578,100$788,400
08514Cream Ridge, NJ 085148.7 mi13$9,251,918$621,250$711,686
08852Monmouth Junction, NJ 088529.3 mi46$33,564,084$586,750$729,654
08540Princeton, NJ 085409.9 mi136$199,896,608$895,000$1,469,828
08828Helmetta, NJ 0882810.2 mi10$5,718,630$591,175$571,863
08610Trenton, NJ 0861010.6 mi64$26,439,872$385,700$413,123
08609Trenton, NJ 0860911.2 mi35$9,014,110$235,975$257,546

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 59 active listings in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ (zip code 08520), compared to 60 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 is $462,000 as of March 2026, a 3.8% increase from $444,889 the prior year.

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

Homes in HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 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 March 2026, HIGHTSTOWN, NJ 08520 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 41 days on market compared to 24 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 $9,240 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $462,000. 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.