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PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Middlesex County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The PLAINSBORO, NJ real estate market (08536) currently shows 46 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.3% year-over-year, from $783,545 to $687,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,693  ·  Density: 1,064.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $122,254

Typical home value: $608,500  ·  Homeownership: 44.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
46
⇩ 8% vs 50 last year
Pending
23
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$687,000
⇩ 12.3% vs $783,545 last year
Average Price
$767,991
⇧ 4.3% vs $735,979 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 58.3% vs 115 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$362
⇧ 11.4% vs $325/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,904 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 46 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 115 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $687,000 (-12.3% YoY)
  • Average: $767,991 (+4.3% 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 11.0 miles — 502 listings ($495,549,435 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08536Plainsboro, NJ 085360.0 mi47$36,704,039$696,500$780,937
08550Princeton Junction, NJ 085504.1 mi36$32,416,056$941,250$900,446
08540Princeton, NJ 085404.3 mi136$199,896,608$895,000$1,469,828
08810Dayton, NJ 088105.3 mi15$11,826,000$578,100$788,400
08561Windsor, NJ 085616.0 mi1$649,900$649,900$649,900
08824Kendall Park, NJ 088246.2 mi27$19,597,896$699,900$725,848
08648Lawrence Township, NJ 086488.0 mi58$35,299,670$452,450$608,615
08558Skillman, NJ 085588.3 mi20$26,678,460$882,000$1,333,923
08691Robbinsville, NJ 086918.6 mi47$34,068,326$704,450$724,858
08502Belle Mead, NJ 085028.8 mi15$19,601,580$1,464,975$1,306,772
08902North Brunswick, NJ 089029.1 mi63$36,569,862$467,450$580,474
08535Millstone Township, NJ 0853510.4 mi19$30,204,186$1,731,920$1,589,694
08850Milltown, NJ 0885011.0 mi18$12,036,852$652,475$668,714

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536?

As of March 2026, there are 46 active listings in PLAINSBORO, NJ (zip code 08536), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536?

The median listing price in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536 is $687,000 as of March 2026, a 12.3% decrease from $783,545 the prior year.

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

Homes in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 115 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 115 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536 save an estimated $13,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $687,000. 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.