$8,906 Closing Credit*
$749,999
10 Beds
•3 Full Baths
Valerie DAmico, Listing Office: Real
Is Essex County, NJ a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since November 2023
At the same time last year, Essex County was a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Essex County is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.
Housing Prices in Essex County, NJ
How much do homes in Essex County, NJ cost?
Median Sold Price
$649,385
$307/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since November 2023
+$73,255(+12.7%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Essex County have sold for 12.7% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Essex County was $649,385 in November 2024, up 12.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $307.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Nov 2023 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $225K | $255K | +13.3% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $414.5K | $420K | +1.3% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $525K | $580K | +10.5% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $701K | $814.3K | +16.1% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $1.1M | $1.3M | +10.9% |
Summary: Essex County housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 16.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10.9%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
| Essex County | $576.1K | $649.3K | +12.7% |
| Passaic County | $478.6K | $529.8K | +10.7% |
| Union County | $532.4K | $585.6K | +10.0% |
| Hudson County | $627K | $683K | +8.9% |
| Bergen County | $616.4K | $670.9K | +8.8% |
Housing Supply in Essex County, NJ
How many homes are available in Essex County, NJ?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 2,103 | 2,295 | +9.1% |
Summary: The Essex County real estate market had 2,295 homes for sale in November 2024, a 9.1% increase compared to October 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 78 | 81 | +3.8% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 215 | 220 | +2.3% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 513 | 535 | +4.3% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 438 | 452 | +3.2% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 859 | 1,007 | +17.2% |
Summary: The Essex County housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 3.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 17.2%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 299 | 298 | -0.3% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
55 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
20 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
223 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Essex County, you could pay more than the asking price. 74.8% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 298 homes were sold or pending in Essex County in November 2024, down by 0.3% month-over-month. Of the 298 sold homes, 18% were sold under asking, 7% were sold at asking, and 75% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Essex County, NJ
How long does it take to sell a home in Essex County, NJ?
Average Sale Time
| Nov 2023 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 25 Days | 22 Days | -13.8% |
Summary: Homes in Essex County had an average of 22 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 13.8% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
9 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Essex County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During November 2024, 298 homes were sold in Essex County; 3% of homes were sold within 30 days, 1% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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