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FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ocean County
Balanced Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FORKED RIVER, NJ real estate market (08731) currently shows 137 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2% year-over-year, from $587,245 to $598,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
137
⇩ 7.4% vs 148 last year
Pending
61
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$598,725
⇧ 2% vs $587,245 last year
Average Price
$665,167
⇩ 7.1% vs $716,131 last year
Days on Market
47
⇧ 34.3% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$314
⇩ 2.8% vs $323/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,779 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 137 this year vs 148 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $598,725 (+2% YoY)
  • Average: $665,167 (-7.1% 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 15.7 miles — 940 listings ($737,396,227 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08731Forked River, NJ 087310.0 mi84$61,198,956$580,000$728,559
08721Bayville, NJ 087216.7 mi74$56,980,296$599,200$770,004
08722Beachwood, NJ 087226.8 mi32$17,122,560$533,700$535,080
08005Barnegat, NJ 080057.2 mi143$78,168,805$559,250$546,635
08741Pine Beach, NJ 087418.5 mi5$4,995,000$999,000$999,000
08740Ocean Gate, NJ 0874010.0 mi14$8,837,766$569,900$631,269
08755Toms River, NJ 0875511.0 mi125$89,798,375$497,550$718,387
08753Toms River, NJ 0875311.3 mi218$183,385,306$599,750$841,217
08006Barnegat Light, NJ 0800612.2 mi10$31,752,700$2,217,500$3,175,270
08015Browns Mills, NJ 0801513.9 mi74$26,739,974$353,500$361,351
08735Lavallette, NJ 0873514.1 mi40$95,059,840$1,461,500$2,376,496
08092West Creek, NJ 0809214.2 mi12$7,654,296$659,500$637,858
08723Brick, NJ 0872315.7 mi109$75,702,353$533,500$694,517

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of July 2026, there are 137 active listings in FORKED RIVER, NJ (zip code 08731), compared to 148 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731 is $598,725 as of July 2026, a 2% increase from $587,245 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 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 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 July 2026, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 35 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 $11,975 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $598,725. 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.