Somerset County single-family home prices continued to climb in July 2026. According to Garden State MLS closed-sale data, the county recorded a $877,000 median sale price during the month, compared with $810,000 in July 2025.
Somerset County Real Estate Market Update
Watch this quick ListOneNJ market update for the latest July 2026 Somerset County single-family sales data.
July 2026 Somerset County Housing Market
July 2026 vs. July 2025
Comparing the same calendar month year over year provides a clearer picture of how Somerset County’s single-family market has changed.
| Market Metric | July 2025 | July 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $810,000 | $877,000 | +8.3% |
| Closed Sales | 259 | 241 | -6.9% |
| Median Days on Market | 18 | 17 | -1 Day |
| Median Sale / List Price | 103.8% | 102.7% | -1.1 pts. |
What Does the July Data Tell Us?
Home prices moved substantially higher
The median single-family sale price increased by $67,000 from July 2025 to July 2026. That represents an increase of approximately 8.3% in one year.
Fewer homes closed
Closed single-family sales declined from 259 to 241, a decrease of approximately 6.9%. Higher prices therefore occurred despite a lower number of completed transactions.
Buyers were still paying above asking price
The median July 2026 sale closed at 102.7% of the final listing price. That was below July 2025’s 103.8%, but it still indicates substantial competition for appropriately positioned Somerset County homes.
Homes for Sale in Somerset County
Browse current listings throughout Somerset County or explore homes for sale in several individual communities.
Buying or Selling in Somerset County?
1% Full-Service Listings
ListOneNJ combines a reduced listing fee with MLS exposure and professional real estate representation for New Jersey home sellers.
Explore 1% Listings →Buyer Commission Rebates
Eligible ListOneNJ buyers may receive a portion of the brokerage’s buyer-agent compensation back at closing, subject to transaction requirements and approvals.
Learn About Buyer Rebates →About This Market Data
Market statistics shown above are based on Garden State MLS (GSMLS) single-family closed-sale data reviewed by ListOneNJ as of August 7, 2026. Figures are intended to provide a snapshot of market activity and may differ from statistics published by other MLS systems, Realtor associations, portals, or data providers. Individual property values vary substantially by municipality, neighborhood, condition, size, amenities, location, and other factors.