Is Absecon, NJ 08205 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Absecon is a balanced market. With about 5 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Competition score37/ 100

More competitive than 35% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #422 of 444 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 August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply5Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list26.3%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list98.2%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market68Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$208▼ −2.2% vs. last year

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