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SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
67
⇧ 17.5% vs 57 last year
Pending
23
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$549,000
⇧ 8.6% vs $505,750 last year
Average Price
$538,320
⇧ 3.4% vs $520,586 last year
Days on Market
37
⇩ 31.5% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 22,514  ·  Density: 1,227.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $93,243

Typical home value: $355,687  ·  Homeownership: 59.0%

Market Analysis

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

The SOUTH AMBOY, NJ real estate market (08879) currently shows 67 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 37 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 37 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.6% year-over-year, from $505,750 to $549,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 67 this year vs 57 last year
  • Days on market: 37 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $549,000 (+8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $538,320 (+3.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 7.5 miles — 579 listings ($392,587,072 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08879South Amboy, NJ 088790.0 mi67$36,067,440$549,000$538,320
07721Cliffwood, NJ 077213.0 mi15$7,762,305$525,000$517,487
10307Staten Island, NY 103073.5 mi40$59,899,760$1,168,888$1,497,494
07747Matawan, NJ 077473.8 mi65$35,024,860$465,000$538,844
08862Perth Amboy, NJ 088623.9 mi1$250,000$250,000$250,000
08837Edison, NJ 088374.9 mi47$19,678,759$299,000$418,697
10309Staten Island, NY 103095.4 mi88$84,939,096$749,000$965,217
08857Old Bridge, NJ 088575.8 mi81$53,622,729$619,950$662,009
07095Woodbridge, NJ 070956.1 mi55$26,745,235$425,450$486,277
08855Piscataway, NJ 088556.9 mi1$459,900$459,900$459,900
08817Edison, NJ 088177.1 mi76$41,773,476$510,000$549,651
07064Port Reading, NJ 070647.3 mi7$3,470,320$529,900$495,760
08830Iselin, NJ 088307.5 mi36$22,893,192$550,000$635,922

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879?

As of January 2026, there are 67 active listings in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ (zip code 08879), compared to 57 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879?

The median listing price in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879 is $549,000 as of January 2026, a 8.6% increase from $505,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879 spend an average of 37 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 37 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879 save an estimated $10,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $549,000. 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.