100 cities with year-over-year price appreciation
+81.2%
Top Growth
+27.1%
Avg Appreciation
| # | City | YoY Change | Median Price | Days on Market | Months Supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wildwood Crest | +81.2% | $988K | 77 days | 3.1 mo |
| 2 | Westfield | +76.8% | $1.38M | 17 days | 0.5 mo |
| 3 | Spotswood | +75.9% | $510K | 70 days | 2.6 mo |
| 4 | Morristown | +67.7% | $937K | 16 days | 1.5 mo |
| 5 | West New York | +60.0% | $560K | 68 days | 5.3 mo |
| 6 | Paulsboro | +56.5% | $282K | 59 days | 3.8 mo |
| 7 | Clayton | +56.4% | $405K | 36 days | 2.7 mo |
| 8 | Warren | +55.6% | $1.20M | 48 days | 1.3 mo |
| 9 | Twin Rivers | +51.7% | $455K | 75 days | 2.2 mo |
| 10 | Perth Amboy | +51.4% | $538K | 97 days | 3.6 mo |
| 11 | Lake Hopatcong | +50.8% | $506K | 28 days | 1.4 mo |
| 12 | Echelon | +47.5% | $295K | 30 days | 3.0 mo |
| 13 | West Freehold | +47.4% | $762K | 44 days | 0.5 mo |
| 14 | Heathcote | +46.7% | $685K | 73 days | 2.2 mo |
| 15 | Montville | +45.4% | $850K | 73 days | 1.0 mo |
| 16 | Ventnor City | +44.0% | $720K | 89 days | 6.4 mo |
| 17 | Seaside Heights | +43.6% | $898K | 66 days | 3.6 mo |
| 18 | Dover Beaches South | +42.3% | $1.56M | 49 days | 2.4 mo |
| 19 | Dover Beaches North | +41.2% | $1.17M | 56 days | 2.2 mo |
| 20 | Blackwood | +39.3% | $383K | 24 days | 2.3 mo |
| 21 | Fort Lee | +38.7% | $638K | 96 days | 5.0 mo |
| 22 | Highlands | +37.2% | $535K | 30 days | 1.5 mo |
| 23 | Hammonton | +36.4% | $437K | 56 days | 2.1 mo |
| 24 | Garfield | +35.3% | $693K | 64 days | 2.5 mo |
| 25 | Union Beach | +34.3% | $608K | 62 days | 3.8 mo |
| 26 | Forked River | +34.1% | $551K | 17 days | 2.1 mo |
| 27 | Great Notch | +32.2% | $810K | 72 days | 0.4 mo |
| 28 | Pompton Lakes | +32.2% | $595K | 119 days | 3.0 mo |
| 29 | Vineland | +31.7% | $343K | 42 days | 4.5 mo |
| 30 | Pitman | +31.2% | $400K | 49 days | 0.7 mo |
| 31 | Collingswood | +29.9% | $493K | 21 days | 1.5 mo |
| 32 | High Bridge | +29.6% | $405K | 114 days | 0.4 mo |
| 33 | Lakewood | +28.8% | $613K | 20 days | 4.4 mo |
| 34 | Salem | +28.5% | $196K | 27 days | 3.7 mo |
| 35 | Secaucus | +28.5% | $813K | 49 days | 2.1 mo |
| 36 | Bridgewater | +27.8% | $735K | 41 days | 0.8 mo |
| 37 | Millville | +27.8% | $262K | 44 days | 2.2 mo |
| 38 | Eatontown | +27.1% | $615K | 14 days | 2.1 mo |
| 39 | Paramus | +27.0% | $1.18M | 83 days | 2.4 mo |
| 40 | Roselle Park | +26.6% | $500K | 84 days | 1.4 mo |
| 41 | Leisure Village East | +26.1% | $375K | 59 days | 3.0 mo |
| 42 | Clearbrook Park | +25.9% | $450K | 56 days | 2.9 mo |
| 43 | Clearbrook | +25.9% | $450K | 56 days | 2.9 mo |
| 44 | Cherry Hill Mall | +25.7% | $465K | 63 days | 2.2 mo |
| 45 | Villas | +25.0% | $450K | 34 days | 1.2 mo |
| 46 | Little Ferry | +24.7% | $610K | 79 days | 2.7 mo |
| 47 | Hopatcong | +24.7% | $483K | 22 days | 1.4 mo |
| 48 | Highland Park | +24.2% | $590K | 80 days | 2.0 mo |
| 49 | Atco | +23.4% | $377K | 27 days | 2.4 mo |
| 50 | Country Lake Estates | +23.3% | $390K | 53 days | 0.9 mo |
| 51 | Cape May Court House | +23.1% | $560K | 55 days | 2.4 mo |
| 52 | Bradley Gardens | +23.0% | $570K | 57 days | 0.5 mo |
| 53 | Guttenberg | +22.8% | $439K | 73 days | 5.4 mo |
| 54 | Matawan | +22.7% | $625K | 52 days | 1.3 mo |
| 55 | Ocean Acres | +22.0% | $610K | 29 days | 1.2 mo |
| 56 | Rahway | +21.7% | $560K | 65 days | 1.8 mo |
| 57 | Middlesex | +21.2% | $558K | 63 days | 1.6 mo |
| 58 | Little Silver | +21.1% | $1000K | 19 days | 1.4 mo |
| 59 | Medford Lakes | +21.0% | $612K | 20 days | 0.9 mo |
| 60 | Rutherford | +20.8% | $858K | 71 days | 2.1 mo |
| 61 | Tenafly | +19.3% | $1.68M | 78 days | 2.4 mo |
| 62 | Asbury Park | +18.6% | $830K | 51 days | 4.2 mo |
| 63 | Carneys Point | +18.1% | $251K | 98 days | 3.8 mo |
| 64 | Marlton | +18.1% | $425K | 36 days | 0.7 mo |
| 65 | Old Tappan | +17.9% | $1.16M | 89 days | 2.2 mo |
| 66 | Freehold | +17.3% | $560K | 19 days | 0.8 mo |
| 67 | North Haledon | +17.1% | $772K | 160 days | 1.6 mo |
| 68 | Magnolia | +16.7% | $335K | 46 days | 1.8 mo |
| 69 | Hackensack | +16.6% | $395K | 84 days | 3.4 mo |
| 70 | Keansburg | +16.4% | $384K | 64 days | 1.7 mo |
| 71 | Woodbridge | +16.3% | $500K | 57 days | 2.9 mo |
| 72 | Holiday City-Berkeley | +16.0% | $354K | 51 days | 2.9 mo |
| 73 | North Bergen | +15.2% | $545K | 73 days | 3.7 mo |
| 74 | Dumont | +15.0% | $633K | 62 days | 1.6 mo |
| 75 | Ridgewood | +13.7% | $1.35M | 61 days | 1.8 mo |
| 76 | Hamilton Square | +13.6% | $475K | 62 days | 1.1 mo |
| 77 | Parsippany | +13.6% | $710K | 36 days | 1.4 mo |
| 78 | Avenel | +13.5% | $505K | 119 days | 2.0 mo |
| 79 | Towaco | +13.4% | $1.10M | 68 days | 0.8 mo |
| 80 | Metuchen | +12.2% | $780K | 69 days | 2.0 mo |
| 81 | Burlington | +12.2% | $285K | 72 days | 2.6 mo |
| 82 | Somerville | +12.1% | $650K | 17 days | 1.1 mo |
| 83 | Bellmawr | +11.9% | $320K | 27 days | 1.4 mo |
| 84 | Whittingham | +11.8% | $498K | 63 days | 3.0 mo |
| 85 | Moorestown-Lenola | +11.6% | $628K | 24 days | 1.4 mo |
| 86 | Succasunna | +11.5% | $630K | 43 days | 0.5 mo |
| 87 | Lincoln Park | +11.5% | $535K | 27 days | 0.9 mo |
| 88 | Somers Point | +11.4% | $421K | 60 days | 6.5 mo |
| 89 | Pennsville | +11.3% | $245K | 64 days | 3.9 mo |
| 90 | Sicklerville | +11.1% | $350K | 38 days | 2.2 mo |
| 91 | Ramtown | +11.1% | $586K | 65 days | 0.6 mo |
| 92 | Dover | +10.8% | $537K | 102 days | 1.5 mo |
| 93 | Atlantic City | +10.7% | $241K | 123 days | 8.2 mo |
| 94 | Elizabeth | +10.6% | $650K | 48 days | 2.5 mo |
| 95 | Newark | +10.5% | $578K | 78 days | 3.6 mo |
| 96 | Fords | +10.3% | $535K | 80 days | 2.5 mo |
| 97 | Budd Lake | +10.2% | $595K | 32 days | 1.6 mo |
| 98 | Neptune City | +10.1% | $600K | 19 days | 0.8 mo |
| 99 | North Arlington | +9.7% | $695K | 75 days | 3.8 mo |
| 100 | Newton | +9.3% | $410K | 30 days | 1.0 mo |
100 cities in New Jersey are showing positive year-over-year price appreciation. The fastest-growing market is Wildwood Crest at +81.2%.
Our data tracks year-over-year price appreciation across all major New Jersey real estate markets. The cities listed above show the strongest price growth, driven by factors like job growth, population influx, limited inventory, and desirable amenities.
New Jersey cities with rising home prices can offer strong investment potential, particularly in areas with growing populations and diverse economies. However, real estate investment success depends on specific location, property type, and your investment timeline. A local agent can help identify markets with the best appreciation potential.
Rising prices in New Jersey cities are driven by strong demand relative to supply. Common factors include population growth, job market expansion, limited new construction, desirable quality of life, and out-of-state buyers seeking affordability compared to higher-cost metros.
Even in appreciating markets, opportunities exist across different price points and neighborhoods. Early-stage growth areas often offer better affordability before prices peak. A New Jersey real estate agent can identify emerging neighborhoods and properties within your budget.
Appreciation rates vary by city. Check our city-level data above for exact year-over-year price changes. Some New Jersey markets are seeing 3-5% annual growth, while others may be appreciating even faster depending on local conditions.
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