Northern NJ Housing Market Trends: Appreciation, Inventory, and What’s Next

Stacy Esser

Published on: 08/27/2025

The Northern New Jersey housing market is still showing strong appreciation — especially in Bergen County — but subtle shifts are starting to appear. From rising inventory and longer days on market to buyer affordability challenges, sellers need to rethink their strategies. In this update, we break down the latest data, explain why market alignment is more important than ever, and share what buyers and sellers should expect for the rest of 2025.