Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Middlesex County, NJ real estate market currently shows 1,752 active listings, with 780 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 200 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 38 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 2.5% year-over-year, from $529,475 to $542,500.
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Population: 870,843 · Density: 1,672.3/mi² · Median household income: $107,188
Typical home value: $408,855 · Homeownership: 62.8%
Edison: 08817, 08818, 08820, 08837, 08899
New Brunswick: 08901, 08903, 08906, 08933, 08989
Avenel: 07001
Carteret: 07008
Colonia: 07067
Cranbury: 08512
Dayton: 08810
East Brunswick: 08816
Fords: 08863
Helmetta: 08828
Highland Park: 08904
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.