Is Metuchen, NJ a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Metuchen is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

Since last year, Metuchen has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Metuchen is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Metuchen, NJ

How much do homes in Metuchen, NJ cost?

Median Sold Price

$660,000

$394/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$71,500(+12.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Metuchen have sold for 12.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Metuchen was $660,000 in November 2024, up 12.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $394.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $251K$295K
+17.5%
2 $362.5K$440K
+21.4%
3 $575K$625K
+8.7%
4 $657.5K$767.5K
+16.7%
5+ $865.8K$790K
-8.8%

Summary: Metuchen housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 17.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 21.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 8.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 16.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 8.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Edison
+23.3%
Edison Township
+23.3%
Metuchen
+12.1%

Housing Supply in Metuchen, NJ

How many homes are available in Metuchen, NJ?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
4950+2.0%

Summary: The Metuchen real estate market had 50 homes for sale in November 2024, a 2.0% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 58
+60.0%
3 1717
0.0%
4 1718
+5.9%
5+ 107
-30.0%

Summary: The Metuchen housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 60%, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 30%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1510-33.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

1 Home Was Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

8 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Metuchen, you could pay more than the asking price. 80% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 10 homes were sold or pending in Metuchen in November 2024, down by 33.3% month-over-month. Of the 10 sold homes, 10% were sold under asking, 10% were sold at asking, and 80% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Metuchen, NJ

How long does it take to sell a home in Metuchen, NJ?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
36 Days21 Days-40.5%

Summary: Homes in Metuchen had an average of 21 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 40.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

6 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Metuchen are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 10 homes were sold in Metuchen; 60% of homes were sold within 30 days, 30% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 17 Days Ago

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