Is Princeton, NJ 08543 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Princeton is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply12.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list94%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market130Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$360▲ +8.7% vs. last year

The Princeton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Princeton, NJ 08543 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 130 days and there were 12.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 33%, homes sold more slowly (44 days then) and the median sale price fell 22% to $469,797. Overall, Princeton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Princeton real estate

Is Princeton a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Princeton, NJ 08543 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Princeton?

The typical home went under contract in 130 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Princeton sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.0% of the list price.

What is the median home price in Princeton?

The median sale price was $469,797 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $360 per square foot.

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