The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 08690 sells for about $498,865, or $286 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.5%), a market in balance. Homes take about 37 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,700 a month.
ZIP 08690 — Hamilton Township
The 08690 housing market remains stable with a median home value of approximately $499,000. While year-over-year price growth is slightly negative, the market maintains a healthy sale-to-list ratio and moderate inventory levels, suggesting a balanced environment for buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a balance between suburban living and access to the Princeton-Trenton employment corridor.
Median prices moved down 0.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 2.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
11% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.3% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 3.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
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ZCTA 08690, Mercer County NJ
Property taxes in this jurisdiction are administered by the local municipality and county, with rates reflecting local school district and municipal budget requirements; New Jersey maintains one of the highest effective property tax rates in the nation.
The area offers access to major regional corridors including I-295 and the New Jersey Turnpike, facilitating commutes toward the Trenton and Princeton employment hubs.
The area features proximity to local parks and community shopping centers within the Hamilton and Trenton vicinity, providing standard suburban recreational amenities.
The rental market shows steady demand with a median rent of $2,118, though investors should note the state's tenant-protective regulatory environment.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Trenton-Princeton market, featuring a mix of government, education, and healthcare sectors.
The area is served by regional highway networks and proximity to NJ Transit rail lines connecting to Philadelphia and New York City.
Parcels are subject to local municipal and school district levies typical of Mercer County.
Data retrieved from census.gov and local market reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A large community park offering trails and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.