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RARITAN, NJ 08869

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Somerset County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The RARITAN, NJ real estate market (08869) currently shows 4 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 19.2% year-over-year, from $599,999 to $484,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,301  ·  Density: 1,609.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $99,928

Typical home value: $438,322  ·  Homeownership: 56.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 66.7% vs 12 last year
Pending
2
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$484,950
⇩ 19.2% vs $599,999 last year
Average Price
$523,292
⇩ 17.4% vs $633,880 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 72.9% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$393
⇧ 21.7% vs $323/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,460 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $484,950 (-19.2% YoY)
  • Average: $523,292 (-17.4% 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 10.4 miles — 276 listings ($219,099,171 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08869Raritan, NJ 088690.0 mi5$2,762,250$552,450$552,450
08876Somerville, NJ 088762.6 mi30$17,649,210$599,750$588,307
08836Martinsville, NJ 088364.9 mi6$4,319,400$719,900$719,900
08805Bound Brook, NJ 088055.5 mi13$7,573,033$579,225$582,541
08853Neshanic Station, NJ 088536.1 mi4$4,926,000$1,255,000$1,231,500
08889Whitehouse Station, NJ 088896.5 mi22$18,720,086$732,000$850,913
08873Somerset, NJ 088737.7 mi98$58,968,364$533,725$601,718
08502Belle Mead, NJ 085028.7 mi15$19,601,580$1,464,975$1,306,772
08812Dunellen, NJ 088128.8 mi35$31,116,050$517,450$889,030
07920Basking Ridge, NJ 079208.9 mi38$35,803,448$499,000$942,196
07977Peapack, NJ 079779.4 mi6$14,430,000$2,405,000$2,405,000
07946Millington, NJ 0794610.0 mi3$2,173,500$724,500$724,500
07934Gladstone, NJ 0793410.4 mi1$1,056,250$1,056,250$1,056,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RARITAN, NJ 08869?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in RARITAN, NJ (zip code 08869), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RARITAN, NJ 08869?

The median listing price in RARITAN, NJ 08869 is $484,950 as of March 2026, a 19.2% decrease from $599,999 the prior year.

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

Homes in RARITAN, NJ 08869 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RARITAN, NJ 08869?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, RARITAN, NJ 08869 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RARITAN, NJ 08869 save an estimated $9,699 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $484,950. 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.