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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Middlesex County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
99
⇧ 4.2% vs 95 last year
Pending
47
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$612,000
⇧ 4.3% vs $587,000 last year
Average Price
$649,887
⇩ 1.5% vs $659,882 last year
Days on Market
62
⇧ 31.9% vs 47 days last year

Market Context

Population: 49,027  ·  Density: 935.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $138,166

Typical home value: $463,517  ·  Homeownership: 82.9%

Market Analysis

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

The EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ real estate market (08816) currently shows 99 active listings, with 47 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $587,000 to $612,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 99 this year vs 95 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $612,000 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $649,887 (-1.5% 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 8.7 miles — 616 listings ($360,105,207 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08816East Brunswick, NJ 088160.0 mi99$64,338,813$612,000$649,887
08882South River, NJ 088822.3 mi35$19,448,415$520,000$555,669
08828Helmetta, NJ 088283.6 mi12$7,079,700$604,500$589,975
08901New Brunswick, NJ 089014.0 mi51$27,726,966$499,900$543,666
08904Highland Park, NJ 089045.0 mi18$10,183,392$539,000$565,744
08857Old Bridge, NJ 088575.2 mi81$53,622,729$619,950$662,009
08817Edison, NJ 088176.1 mi76$41,773,476$510,000$549,651
08837Edison, NJ 088377.0 mi47$19,678,759$299,000$418,697
08824Kendall Park, NJ 088247.3 mi21$13,781,145$636,000$656,245
08879South Amboy, NJ 088797.7 mi67$36,067,440$549,000$538,320
08823Franklin Park, NJ 088237.8 mi16$7,734,800$392,450$483,425
08840Metuchen, NJ 088408.4 mi28$23,644,712$749,900$844,454
07747Matawan, NJ 077478.7 mi65$35,024,860$465,000$538,844

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816?

As of January 2026, there are 99 active listings in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ (zip code 08816), compared to 95 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816?

The median listing price in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816 is $612,000 as of January 2026, a 4.3% increase from $587,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 08816 save an estimated $12,240 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $612,000. 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.