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FORDS, NJ 08863

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
⇧ 28.6% vs 21 last year
Pending
18
67% pending ratio
Median Price
$539,500
⇩ 9% vs $592,750 last year
Average Price
$567,983
⇩ 6.9% vs $610,076 last year
Days on Market
49
⇩ 23.4% vs 64 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,663  ·  Density: 2,856.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $110,643

Typical home value: $382,854  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Analysis

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

The FORDS, NJ real estate market (08863) currently shows 27 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 49 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9% year-over-year, from $592,750 to $539,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 27 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 49 now vs 64 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $539,500 (-9% YoY)
  • Average: $567,983 (-6.9% 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 6.6 miles — 356 listings ($206,320,039 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08863Fords, NJ 088630.0 mi27$15,335,541$539,500$567,983
08832Keasbey, NJ 088321.8 mi3$2,497,899$799,000$832,633
08861Perth Amboy, NJ 088612.3 mi53$25,633,980$474,900$483,660
08840Metuchen, NJ 088402.5 mi28$23,644,712$749,900$844,454
07077Sewaren, NJ 070773.2 mi6$3,216,114$515,000$536,019
07001Avenel, NJ 070013.9 mi21$10,889,865$544,900$518,565
07064Port Reading, NJ 070644.1 mi7$3,470,320$529,900$495,760
08817Edison, NJ 088174.5 mi76$41,773,476$510,000$549,651
07065Rahway, NJ 070655.1 mi54$29,794,014$550,000$551,741
08855Piscataway, NJ 088555.3 mi1$459,900$459,900$459,900
08859Parlin, NJ 088595.4 mi38$20,433,778$522,000$537,731
07066Clark, NJ 070665.8 mi24$18,987,048$675,000$791,127
08904Highland Park, NJ 089046.6 mi18$10,183,392$539,000$565,744

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORDS, NJ 08863?

As of January 2026, there are 27 active listings in FORDS, NJ (zip code 08863), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORDS, NJ 08863?

The median listing price in FORDS, NJ 08863 is $539,500 as of January 2026, a 9% decrease from $592,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORDS, NJ 08863 spend an average of 49 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 64 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORDS, NJ 08863?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORDS, NJ 08863 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORDS, NJ 08863 save an estimated $10,790 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $539,500. 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.