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PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
50
⇧ 22% vs 41 last year
Pending
20
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$684,000
⇩ 12.7% vs $783,545 last year
Average Price
$661,343
⇩ 9.1% vs $727,805 last year
Days on Market
73
⇩ 17% vs 88 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The PLAINSBORO, NJ real estate market (08536) currently shows 50 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.7% year-over-year, from $783,545 to $684,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 50 this year vs 41 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $684,000 (-12.7% YoY)
  • Average: $661,343 (-9.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.0 miles — 496 listings ($465,855,573 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08536Plainsboro, NJ 085360.0 mi50$33,067,150$684,000$661,343
08550Princeton Junction, NJ 085504.1 mi41$35,183,412$915,000$858,132
08540Princeton, NJ 085404.3 mi125$183,115,625$830,500$1,464,925
08810Dayton, NJ 088105.3 mi19$13,832,000$517,500$728,000
08561Windsor, NJ 085616.0 mi1$649,900$649,900$649,900
08824Kendall Park, NJ 088246.2 mi21$13,781,145$636,000$656,245
08648Lawrence Township, NJ 086488.0 mi60$36,478,740$444,222$607,979
08558Skillman, NJ 085588.3 mi20$24,786,280$840,000$1,239,314
08691Robbinsville, NJ 086918.6 mi44$32,918,380$725,000$748,145
08502Belle Mead, NJ 085028.8 mi12$12,772,680$950,000$1,064,390
08902North Brunswick, NJ 089029.1 mi66$36,285,942$464,900$549,787
08535Millstone Township, NJ 0853510.4 mi23$34,075,811$1,598,500$1,481,557
08850Milltown, NJ 0885011.0 mi14$8,908,508$569,000$636,322

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 50 active listings in PLAINSBORO, NJ (zip code 08536), compared to 41 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536 is $684,000 as of January 2026, a 12.7% 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 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 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 January 2026, PLAINSBORO, NJ 08536 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 88 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 $13,680 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $684,000. 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.