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TRENTON, NJ 08638

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

Market Analysis

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

The TRENTON, NJ real estate market (08638) currently shows 57 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 22 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 21.9% year-over-year, from $304,500 to $371,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,804  ·  Density: 1,693.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,194

Typical home value: $193,294  ·  Homeownership: 58.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
57
⇩ 12.3% vs 65 last year
Pending
21
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$371,225
⇧ 21.9% vs $304,500 last year
Average Price
$378,768
⇧ 11.1% vs $340,920 last year
Days on Market
53
⇧ 140.9% vs 22 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$242
⇧ 8.5% vs $223/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,344 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 57 this year vs 65 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 22 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $371,225 (+21.9% YoY)
  • Average: $378,768 (+11.1% 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 9.4 miles — 429 listings ($197,863,043 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08638Trenton, NJ 086380.0 mi62$22,075,410$357,500$356,055
08609Trenton, NJ 086092.3 mi35$9,014,110$235,975$257,546
08629Trenton, NJ 086292.9 mi21$6,881,322$293,250$327,682
08628Trenton, NJ 086283.3 mi25$10,166,775$354,950$406,671
08611Trenton, NJ 086114.6 mi35$8,866,375$250,000$253,325
08610Trenton, NJ 086104.9 mi64$26,439,872$385,700$413,123
08690Trenton, NJ 086905.7 mi65$31,033,730$468,375$477,442
18977Washington Crossing, PA 189776.5 mi6$7,989,798$1,012,200$1,331,633
19054Levittown, PA 190546.6 mi19$8,387,607$405,975$441,453
19055Levittown, PA 190558.3 mi22$8,890,640$398,236$404,120
08542Princeton, NJ 085428.7 mi9$19,050,714$2,074,750$2,116,746
19047Langhorne, PA 190479.3 mi48$31,486,800$649,975$655,975
19057Levittown, PA 190579.4 mi18$7,579,890$396,350$421,105

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TRENTON, NJ 08638?

As of March 2026, there are 57 active listings in TRENTON, NJ (zip code 08638), compared to 65 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TRENTON, NJ 08638?

The median listing price in TRENTON, NJ 08638 is $371,225 as of March 2026, a 21.9% increase from $304,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in TRENTON, NJ 08638 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 22 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TRENTON, NJ 08638?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, TRENTON, NJ 08638 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 22 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TRENTON, NJ 08638 save an estimated $7,425 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $371,225. 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.