Is Califon, NJ 07830 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Califon housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 65% of homes in Califon, NJ 07830 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 25 days and there were 2.4 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 35 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 60%, homes sold more slowly (22 days then) and the median sale price rose 10% to $800,011. Overall, Califon is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Hunterdon County, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 78%. On our competition score, Califon ranks #129 of 444 NJ ZIP codes with enough sales (score 87 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Three Bridges 08887 (38% sold over asking) or Lambertville 08530 (38% sold over asking), while Oldwick 08858 (100% sold over asking) and Clinton 08809 (71% sold over asking) are even more competitive.