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SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 08879

Cheesequake · Laurence Harbor (Laurence Harbor CDP) · Madison Park (Madison) · Thomas J Dohany Homes

Market Analysis

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

The SOUTH AMBOY, NJ real estate market (08879) currently shows 81 active listings, with 49 pending sales. Homes are averaging 40 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 40 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.7% year-over-year, from $550,000 to $524,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇧ 50% vs 54 last year
Pending
49
60% pending ratio
Median Price
$524,250
⇩ 4.7% vs $550,000 last year
Average Price
$520,859
⇩ 8.1% vs $566,472 last year
Days on Market
40
⇩ 16.7% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$361
⇧ 13.9% vs $317/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,360 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 54 last year
  • Days on market: 40 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $524,250 (-4.7% YoY)
  • Average: $520,859 (-8.1% 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 7.6 miles — 627 listings ($453,334,297 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
08879South Amboy, NJ 088790.0 mi81$43,418,268$536,225$536,028
07721Cliffwood, NJ 077213.0 mi18$9,214,038$514,450$511,891
10307Staten Island, NY 103073.5 mi36$51,817,032$1,164,166$1,439,362
07747Matawan, NJ 077473.8 mi78$43,253,574$489,000$554,533
07735Keyport, NJ 077354.2 mi55$32,988,230$520,000$599,786
08863Fords, NJ 088635.3 mi25$12,548,175$524,975$501,927
08882South River, NJ 088825.5 mi28$15,036,364$488,750$537,013
07730Hazlet, NJ 077306.0 mi27$17,618,661$564,500$652,543
07077Sewaren, NJ 070776.2 mi6$3,096,900$512,500$516,150
08840Metuchen, NJ 088406.9 mi30$21,562,860$664,500$718,762
07751Morganville, NJ 077517.2 mi28$26,418,924$790,000$943,533
10312Staten Island, NY 103127.5 mi158$152,278,030$780,900$963,785
07734Keansburg, NJ 077347.6 mi57$24,083,241$424,725$422,513

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 81 active listings in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ (zip code 08879), compared to 54 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879 is $524,250 as of March 2026, a 4.7% decrease from $550,000 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 40 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 SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 40 days on market compared to 48 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 $10,485 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $524,250. 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.