Is Stockton, NJ 08559 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Stockton is a balanced market. With about 4.2 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
More competitive than 63% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #336 of 429 in the state.
Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending July 31, 2026. See the breakdown
Not ranked this month. Fewer than 15 sales in the 3-month window, so the numbers can swing too much to compare fairly. How the heat score works
The Stockton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 38% of homes in Stockton, NJ 08559 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 43 days and there were 4.2 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 13 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 43%, homes sold more slowly (31 days then) and the median sale price rose 10% to $741,679. Overall, Stockton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Hunterdon County, homes here sell more slowly than in 89% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 89%.
Nearby, Oldwick 08858 (100% sold over asking) and Clinton 08809 (71% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Stockton real estate
Is Stockton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.2 months of supply in Stockton, NJ 08559 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 Stockton?
The typical home went under contract in 43 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Stockton sell over asking?
38% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.5% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Stockton?
About 1.95% of a home’s value a year in Stockton Boro, Hunterdon County, or roughly $7,808 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Stockton?
The median sale price was $741,679 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $345 per square foot.
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