08873 — Somerset County, New Jersey Market Snapshot

Housing market data for zip code 08873 in Somerset County, New Jersey. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.

Data as of May 2026

Limited Sales Data

Only 1 home sold in this ZIP code during the selected period. Statistics may not be representative. See the Somerset County county page for broader data.

Market Sales Data

1 sales in 2026 (year to date)

Source: Redfin

Median Sale Price

$755,001

Closed sales

Days to Sell

31

Median, listing to close

Homes Sold

1

Closed in 2026

Inventory

12

Conforming Loan Available

Most homebuyers in 08873 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $755,001 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

08873's market is balanced with homes taking an average of 31 days to sell. Buyers have some negotiating room without the pressure of bidding wars.

Conforming Loan Feasibility

Most homebuyers in 08873 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $755,001 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 08873 are set at the county level.

2026 Loan Limits — Somerset 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 08873

To purchase the median home at $755,001 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $5,935.

Monthly Payment

$5,935

Income Required

$254,339

Principal & Interest

$4,652/mo

Down Payment (5%)

$37,750

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

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Estimated Monthly Payment

$4,823

Principal & Interest$3,918
Property Tax$755
Insurance$150
Loan Amount$604,001
Total Interest$806,313
Income Required$206,680/yr

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