NJ Market Dashboard
Ocean County
Last updated: January 2026
Median Sale Price
$465K
Days on Market
47 days
Active Listings
1,885
Sale vs. Ask Price
98.3%
Median Sale Price Trend
12-month rolling median — Ocean County
Days on Market
Green = below average (faster sales)
Inventory Levels
Active vs. new listings — monthly
Price Per Sqft by City
Ranked highest to lowest — Jan 2026
Sale vs. Ask Price
Above 100% = homes sold for more than asking price
Market Health Score
Composite index across 4 demand & supply factors
What This Means For You
Data-driven takeaways for buyers, sellers, and investors in Ocean County right now.
For Buyers
Balanced- →Conditions are balanced — neither buyers nor sellers hold a strong advantage. Fair pricing and solid preparation win deals.
- →Days on market are up 9 days year-over-year, meaning homes are sitting longer. Use this time to get thorough inspections done before making offers.
- →Homes are selling slightly below asking (98.3%), so there's room to negotiate — especially on homes with longer days on market.
For Sellers
Balanced- →Median prices are down 1.1% from a year ago. Overpricing will cause your home to sit — price at market from day one to generate real interest.
- →Strong demand means a well-prepared home can generate multiple offers. Don't leave money on the table — prep properly and list at the right time.
- →Spring (March–May) typically brings peak buyer traffic in this county. List prepared, not rushed.
For Investors
Opportunity- →Relative affordability (score: 62/100) compared to neighboring counties makes this an attractive target for both buy-and-hold and fix-and-flip strategies.
- →DOM of 47 days means motivated sellers are out there. Off-market outreach and patient deal sourcing can yield below-market acquisitions.
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