Vernon Twp NJ Housing Market Update: October 2026
Vernon Twp NJ Housing Market Update: October 2026
Vernon Township is still a seller's market, and it's picking up speed, not slowing down. The median single-family sale price hit $435,500 from July 9 to Oct 7, 2026. That's up 2% from the 90 days before, and up 3.7% from the fall and winter window. Active listings climbed to 72 homes, up 14.3%, so buyers have a bit more to choose from. Homes sold for 101.8% of list price, up from 100.9% last quarter, and the median home sold in just 24 days.
What is the median home price in Vernon Township, NJ right now?
The median sale price for a single-family home is $435,500. That's based on sales closed in the last 90 days.
That's up 2% from the quarter before, when the median was $427,100. Go back further, to the fall and winter window, and the median was $420,000. So prices have climbed steadily all year, about 3.7% since then. Garden State MLS data shows the median list price of sold homes was $417,500. Buyers are paying more than asking, on average, and that gap grew this quarter.
Source: Garden State MLS
Are there more homes for sale in Vernon Township?
Yes. There are 72 active single-family listings, up from 63 last quarter.
That's a 14.3% jump in 90 days. Back in the fall and winter window, the count sat at just 50. More listings is good news for buyers who've been priced out or outbid. It still isn't a lot of inventory for a township this size, so good homes don't sit long. For sellers, it means a little more competition than earlier this year, but nothing close to a buyer's market.
Source: Garden State MLS
Is Vernon Township still a seller's market?
Yes, and it's a tight one. A seller's market is when there are more buyers than homes for sale.
Experts often use months of supply to measure this. Under six months of supply usually means a seller's market. Vernon closed 88 sales in 90 days, or about 29 a month. With 72 active listings, that's roughly 2.5 months of supply. That's tighter than it sounds, and it's why well-priced homes keep moving fast.
Source: calculated from Garden State MLS data
Are homes in Vernon Township still selling over asking price?
Yes. Homes sold for a median of 101.8% of list price in the last 90 days.
That's up from 100.9% the quarter before, so bidding has picked up, not cooled off. On a $450,000 list price, that's about $8,100 over asking, instead of about $4,100 last quarter. Homes near Mountain Creek and the lake communities tend to draw the most competition. Well-priced homes anywhere in town are still getting more than one offer.
Source: Garden State MLS
How fast are homes selling in Vernon Township?
The median home sold in 24 days. That's a bit faster than last quarter's 25 days.
Homes are still moving quickly, even with more listings on the market. In the fall and winter window, the median was 30 days. Sales picked up too, with 88 closings compared with 81 last quarter. That's an 8.6% jump in closed sales. Buyers are out there, and they're acting fast when the right home shows up.
Source: Garden State MLS
What does this mean for buyers and sellers?
Buyers have a few more homes to pick from, but this is still a fast market. Sellers are in a strong spot.
If you're buying, get pre-approved before you start touring, so you can move the day the right home hits. A lot of homes in Vernon, especially around the lake communities, run on well and septic instead of public water and sewer, so budget for those inspections early. If you're selling, price it right from day one and let the location do the talking. Mountain Creek, the lake communities, and the Appalachian Trail give Vernon a year-round outdoor draw that keeps buyers coming back. Many are relocating from Bergen, Essex, and Passaic counties for more space and lower prices without giving up an easy run to the NY border.
- $435,500 median sale price, July 9 to Oct 7, 2026
- +2% median price change vs. the prior 90 days
- 72 active single-family listings, up 14.3%
- 101.8% median sale price as a share of list price
- 24 days median days on market
- 88 closed sales, up 8.6%
- About 2.5 months of supply
The Bottom Line
Vernon Township home prices keep climbing, and this quarter they're climbing a little faster. Buyers do have more homes to look at than they did over the winter, but this is still very much a seller's market. Thinking about a move in Vernon? I'm happy to walk you through what's happening on your street or near your favorite lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Vernon Township, NJ?
The median single-family sale price was $435,500 from July 9 to Oct 7, 2026. That's according to Garden State MLS data.
Is it a good time to buy a home in Vernon Township?
There are more listings than there were over the winter, but it's still a tight, fast-moving market. Getting pre-approved early helps.
How long does it take to sell a house in Vernon Township?
The median home sold in 24 days over the last 90 days. Well-priced homes near Mountain Creek and the lake communities often go even faster.
Do Vernon Township homes have public water and sewer?
Many don't. A lot of homes, especially in the lake communities, run on private wells and septic systems, so it's worth asking early and budgeting for inspections.
Sources
- Garden State MLS (https://www.gsmls.com/): Market Condition Statistics Report (1004 MC), Vernon Twp single-family homes, Oct 7, 2025 to Oct 7, 2026. Supports median sale price, list price, active listings, days on market, closed sales, and sale-to-list ratio. Info deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- Months of supply and price differences are estimates calculated from the Garden State MLS figures above.
- Vernon Township official website (https://www.vernontwp.com/index.php/about-vernon/overview): lake communities, Mountain Creek, Appalachian Trail, and school district facts.
Nina Fradl is a REALTOR® with United Real Estate North Jersey, serving all of Sussex County, including Andover Boro, Andover Twp, Branchville Boro, Byram Twp, Frankford Twp, Franklin Boro, Fredon Twp, Green Twp, Hamburg Boro, Hampton Twp, Hardyston Twp, Hopatcong Boro, Lafayette Twp, Montague Twp, Newton Town, Ogdensburg Boro, Sandyston Twp, Sparta Twp, Stanhope Boro, Stillwater Twp, Sussex Boro, Vernon Twp, Walpack Twp, and Wantage Twp.
Nina Fradl, REALTOR®
United Real Estate North Jersey
Phone: (973) 490-4999
Email: Nina@NinaFradl.com
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