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FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ocean County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
94
⇩ 13.8% vs 109 last year
Pending
49
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$649,900
⇧ 6.2% vs $611,950 last year
Average Price
$717,804
⇩ 0.7% vs $722,817 last year
Days on Market
62
⇩ 6.1% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,164  ·  Density: 104.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,815

Typical home value: $330,771  ·  Homeownership: 84.6%

Market Analysis

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

The FORKED RIVER, NJ real estate market (08731) currently shows 94 active listings, with 49 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 62 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.2% year-over-year, from $611,950 to $649,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 94 this year vs 109 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $649,900 (+6.2% YoY)
  • Average: $717,804 (-0.7% 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 15.7 miles — 1,117 listings ($795,394,724 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08731Forked River, NJ 087310.0 mi94$67,473,576$649,900$717,804
08721Bayville, NJ 087216.7 mi68$48,862,352$575,000$718,564
08722Beachwood, NJ 087226.8 mi30$14,947,710$514,900$498,257
08005Barnegat, NJ 080057.2 mi144$78,112,656$549,500$542,449
08741Pine Beach, NJ 087418.5 mi7$5,057,906$595,000$722,558
08740Ocean Gate, NJ 0874010.0 mi12$8,286,000$599,900$690,500
08755Toms River, NJ 0875511.0 mi129$93,150,642$502,000$722,098
08753Toms River, NJ 0875311.3 mi244$178,382,300$562,500$731,075
08006Barnegat Light, NJ 0800612.2 mi9$31,034,574$2,900,000$3,448,286
08015Browns Mills, NJ 0801513.9 mi72$24,835,464$339,000$344,937
08735Lavallette, NJ 0873514.1 mi38$90,111,224$1,624,000$2,371,348
08092West Creek, NJ 0809214.2 mi15$10,220,505$664,500$681,367
08701Lakewood, NJ 0870115.7 mi255$144,919,815$354,500$568,313

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731?

As of January 2026, there are 94 active listings in FORKED RIVER, NJ (zip code 08731), compared to 109 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731?

The median listing price in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731 is $649,900 as of January 2026, a 6.2% increase from $611,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 62 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731 save an estimated $12,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $649,900. 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.