The Burlington County real estate market in New Jersey delivered mixed signals during February 2026, reflecting broader regional trends that affected communities from Eastampton to Westampton. Closed sales dropped 23% year-over-year to 258 transactions, while pricing remained relatively stable with homes in Shamong and Riverton seeing continued buyer interest despite the slower transaction pace.
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What February Meant for Buyers in Burlington County
Buyers found more breathing room in February as the competitive pressure eased compared to last year. With 40.3% of homes closing over list price compared to 40.0% in February 2025, the bidding wars that characterized previous years showed signs of cooling. Days on market increased to 30 from 27 last year, giving buyers additional time to make informed decisions.
New listings declined 12% to 486 properties, creating a more balanced inventory situation. The active listing count rose 14.6% to 747 homes available, providing buyers with better selection than they enjoyed in recent months. Median prices held steady at $372,500, down just slightly from $375,000 last February.
Seller Highlights from February in Burlington County
Sellers experienced a more measured market environment, with homes taking an average of 30 days to sell. While this represented a modest increase from last year’s 27 days, the market remained active with nearly 20% of homes closing at list price, suggesting realistic pricing strategies were being rewarded.
The percentage of homes selling over asking price remained steady at 40.3%, indicating that well-priced, attractive properties still commanded premium offers. Pending sales decreased 12.5% to 425 transactions, reflecting the overall market softening but still maintaining healthy activity levels for motivated sellers.
Key Takeaways:
- Closed sales fell 23% to 258 transactions, but median pricing held steady at $372,500
- Days on market increased modestly to 30 days, giving buyers more time for decision-making
- Active inventory rose 14.6% to 747 homes, improving selection for potential buyers
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Compare Burlington County’s performance with other South Jersey markets:
- Camden County Market Recap for February 2026
- Cumberland County Market Recap for February 2026
- Gloucester County Market Recap for February 2026
- Salem County Market Recap for February 2026
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