The "$500K Over Asking" Reality in New Jersey's Housing Market

Dated: June 27 2026

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The "$500K Over Asking" Reality in New Jersey's Housing Market

A recent Monmouth County home reportedly sold for $500,000 over asking, highlighting just how competitive parts of New Jersey remain.

In this clip, Plainsboro Mayor Yates shares his perspective on today's market and discusses how the Netflix expansion is adding even more demand to the region.

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Joshua Wilton

As the founder of Queenston Realty and The Wilton Group — the number one sales team in Princeton — I have been practicing real estate in the Princeton and Greater Princeton area for over 2....

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