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METUCHEN, NJ 08840

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
28
⇧ 7.7% vs 26 last year
Pending
20
71% pending ratio
Median Price
$749,900
⇧ 29.5% vs $579,000 last year
Average Price
$844,454
⇧ 28.7% vs $655,966 last year
Days on Market
15
⇩ 77.3% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 18,075  ·  Density: 2,175.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $148,735

Typical home value: $487,219  ·  Homeownership: 77.5%

Market Analysis

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

The METUCHEN, NJ real estate market (08840) currently shows 28 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 15 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 15 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 29.5% year-over-year, from $579,000 to $749,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 28 this year vs 26 last year
  • Days on market: 15 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $749,900 (+29.5% YoY)
  • Average: $844,454 (+28.7% 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 6.3 miles — 442 listings ($308,088,405 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08840Metuchen, NJ 088400.0 mi28$23,644,712$749,900$844,454
08820Edison, NJ 088202.4 mi64$70,929,024$954,000$1,108,266
08817Edison, NJ 088172.7 mi76$41,773,476$510,000$549,651
08832Keasbey, NJ 088323.2 mi3$2,497,899$799,000$832,633
08855Piscataway, NJ 088553.7 mi1$459,900$459,900$459,900
07067Colonia, NJ 070674.1 mi35$33,269,775$749,250$950,565
08904Highland Park, NJ 089044.7 mi18$10,183,392$539,000$565,744
07001Avenel, NJ 070015.4 mi21$10,889,865$544,900$518,565
08854Piscataway, NJ 088545.5 mi87$49,884,756$544,450$573,388
07066Clark, NJ 070665.8 mi24$18,987,048$675,000$791,127
07065Rahway, NJ 070656.0 mi54$29,794,014$550,000$551,741
07064Port Reading, NJ 070646.1 mi7$3,470,320$529,900$495,760
07063Plainfield, NJ 070636.3 mi24$12,304,224$507,450$512,676

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in METUCHEN, NJ 08840?

As of January 2026, there are 28 active listings in METUCHEN, NJ (zip code 08840), compared to 26 the prior year.

What is the median home price in METUCHEN, NJ 08840?

The median listing price in METUCHEN, NJ 08840 is $749,900 as of January 2026, a 29.5% increase from $579,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in METUCHEN, NJ 08840 spend an average of 15 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 METUCHEN, NJ 08840?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, METUCHEN, NJ 08840 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 15 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in METUCHEN, NJ 08840 save an estimated $14,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $749,900. 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.