08551 — Hunterdon County, New Jersey Market Snapshot

Housing market data for zip code 08551 in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.

Data as of May 2026

Limited Sales Data

Only 4 homes sold in this ZIP code during the selected period. Statistics may not be representative. See the Hunterdon County county page for broader data.

Market Sales Data

4 sales in 2026 (year to date)

Source: Redfin

Median Sale Price

$943,500

Closed sales

Days to Sell

68

Median, listing to close

Homes Sold

4

Closed in 2026

Inventory

8

Conforming Loan Available

Most homebuyers in 08551 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $943,500 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $1,209,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.

Market Insights

Market Temperature

With homes sitting for 68 days on average, 08551 favors buyers. There may be opportunities to negotiate below asking price or request seller concessions for closing costs or rate buydowns.

Conforming Loan Feasibility

Most homebuyers in 08551 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $943,500 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $1,209,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.

Loan limits in 08551 are set at the county level.

2026 Loan Limits — Hunterdon County

Property Units Conforming Limit FHA Limit
1 Unit$1,209,750$1,249,125
2 Units$1,548,975$1,599,375
3 Units$1,872,225$1,933,200
4 Units$2,326,875$2,402,625

Affordability Snapshot — Zip 08551

To purchase the median home at $943,500 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $7,379.

Monthly Payment

$7,379

Income Required

$316,234

Principal & Interest

$5,814/mo

Down Payment (5%)

$47,175

Based on 30-year fixed at 6.75%, 1.8% property tax, $1,800/yr insurance, 28% DTI guideline.

Mortgage Calculator

Estimate your monthly payment for a home in 08551.

%
%

Estimated Monthly Payment

$5,989

Principal & Interest$4,896
Property Tax$944
Insurance$150
Loan Amount$754,800
Total Interest$1,007,623
Income Required$256,677/yr

Connect with a LoanGraphs Loan Officer

Get expert guidance for zip code 08551. Tell us what you're looking for.

I'm interested in:

No obligation. Free consultation.