January 2026 Hudson County NJ Housing Market Snapshot

What Today’s Market Means for Home Sellers

If you are a Hudson County homeowner thinking about selling in 2026, the market is still working in your favor, but only if you approach it with a plan. This is no longer a market where pricing high and hoping for the best works. Strategy, timing, and positioning now matter more than ever.

Below is a clear snapshot of where the Hudson County single-family home market stands as of January 2026 and what it means for sellers right now.

Hudson County Housing Market at a Glance

Median Home Prices

The current median list price in Hudson County is $697,000. Prices are holding near recent highs, but they are no longer climbing rapidly.

What this means for sellers:
You still have strong equity and pricing power, but buyers are sensitive to value. Homes priced correctly are selling. Homes priced optimistically are being ignored.

Inventory Levels

There are 166 active single-family homes on the market. Inventory has pulled back slightly, which helps sellers by limiting competition.

What this means for sellers:
Lower inventory supports pricing, but buyers are still comparing homes carefully. Standing out matters.

Days on Market

• Average days on market: 87 days

• Median days on market: 70 days

What this means for sellers:
Homes are selling, but not instantly. The first 30 days on market are critical. That is where pricing and presentation do the heavy lifting.

Price Adjustments

• 13 percent of listings reduced their price

• 20 percent of listings were relisted

• Only 1 percent of listings saw price increases

What this means for sellers:
The market is unforgiving if you miss the pricing window early. Sellers who overprice are often forced to reduce later and that usually results in weaker negotiating leverage.

Market Balance

Hudson County is currently experiencing a slight seller’s advantage. This is not a frenzy, but it is not a buyer’s market either.

What this means for sellers:
You can still negotiate confidently, but only if your home is positioned correctly from day one.

What This Market Means for Hudson County Sellers in 2026

If you are considering selling this year, here is the reality:

• Precision pricing matters more than optimism

• Presentation directly impacts days on market

• Buyers are informed and selective

• “Testing the market” usually leads to price reductions

This is a strategy-driven seller’s market. Homes that are priced properly, marketed professionally, and clearly positioned are still selling well. Homes that are not tend to sit, reduce, and chase the market downward.

Bottom Line

Hudson County sellers still have an edge in early 2026, but it is thinner and smarter than in previous years. The sellers who win are the ones who treat pricing, timing, and marketing as a system, not a guess.

High-touch service. Data-driven decisions. Zero surprises.

If you want a hyper-local strategy for your specific Hudson County town, price range, or timeline, that is where the real advantage shows up.

Scott Selleck
The Selleck Group, KW City Views Realty
2200 Fletcher Avenue, Suite 502, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Office: 201-592-8900
Cell: 201-970-3960
Website: www.SelleckSellsNJ.com
Email: [email protected]