Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Ocean County, NJ real estate market currently shows 2,864 active listings, with 1,104 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 225 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 47 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 9.4% year-over-year, from $584,906 to $529,950.
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Population: 636,683 · Density: 959.0/mi² · Median household income: $83,756
Typical home value: $371,795 · Homeownership: 77.1%
Toms River: 08753, 08754, 08755, 08756, 08757
Barnegat: 08005
Barnegat Light: 08006
Bayville: 08721
Beach Haven: 08008
Beachwood: 08722
Forked River: 08731
Island Heights: 08732
Jackson: 08527
Lakehurst: 08733
Lakewood: 08701
Lanoka Harbor: 08734
Lavallette: 08735
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.