Is Clayton, NJ 08312 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Clayton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 30% of homes in Clayton, NJ 08312 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 46 days and there were 2.5 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 34 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 65%, homes sold more slowly (20 days then) and the median sale price rose 10% to $351,848. Overall, Clayton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Gloucester County, homes here sell more slowly than in 91% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 95%. On our competition score, Clayton ranks #340 of 444 NJ ZIP codes with enough sales (score 63 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Malaga 08328 (25% sold over asking), while Bridgeport 08014 (100% sold over asking) and Gibbstown 08027 (63% sold over asking) are even more competitive.