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Why the NJ–NY Real Estate Market Is Getting Hot 🔥
Dated: December 3 2025
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A recent article from CoStar highlights that markets in New Jersey and New York — including Jersey City, NJ, Northern New Jersey, Brooklyn, NY, and Manhattan, NY — are now among the top real estate markets in the U.S. to watch, according to the 2025–2026 “Urban Land Institute (ULI)” survey in partnership with PwC. CoStar+1
Jersey City jumped 17 spots to land at No. 2 in the national ranking. CoStar
Northern New Jersey surged 15 places, now holding 7th. CoStar
Brooklyn and Manhattan also rose significantly, showing that both urban and suburban markets around NYC are performing strongly. CoStar+1
This surge reflects renewed investor confidence, demand for housing, and the shifting preferences of people seeking value, convenience, and long-term growth potential — whether in city-living or commuter-friendly suburban towns.
What It Means — Especially for Homeowners and Sellers
Demand and value are rising: With so many markets climbing the rankings, demand continues to push prices up — particularly for well-located homes.
Your home might be worth more than you think: If you own a home in Northern NJ (or surrounding areas), now could be a perfect moment to find out what it's truly worth.
Good time to sell or refinance: Stronger market conditions make it a strategic time for sellers; if you’re staying put, refinancing or leveraging home equity may also be worth exploring.
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At A.W. Van Winkle & Co (AWVWCO), we track these market shifts closely. If you’re curious what all this “market heat” means for your home, you can:
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