SEPTEMBER MARKET UPDATE

Maplewood & South Orange September 2025 Market Update

A Community Market Analysis

At Pollock Properties Group, we believe informed clients make confident decisions. Whether you’re dreaming about moving into our incredible community or considering selling your home, here’s what you need to know about today’s Maplewood & South Orange market—plus how our clients are achieving exceptional results.

For Home Buyers

The Maplewood–South Orange market continues to move at lightning speed. Here’s what that means for you:

★ Lightning-Fast Decisions: Homes in South Orange average just 24 days on market, and Maplewood isn’t far behind at 29 days. But here’s the PPG difference—our listings average just 7 days from broker open to accepted offer. That’s how quickly well-prepared, well-marketed homes move.

★ Pricing Snapshot: As of October, South Orange homes list at an average of $1,082,165, while Maplewood averages $911,079. Sales prices run 110–112% of assessed value, with bidding wars common. 

★ Limited Options: With only 48 total active listings between both towns, inventory is tight. Meanwhile, 47 properties are already under contract—clear proof that buyers are circling fast.

★ Year-over-Year Strength: Compared to 2024, Maplewood prices are up 7.13%, while South Orange has jumped nearly 10%. Both towns show absorption rates increasing (30% in Maplewood, 21.35% in South Orange), which means homes are selling faster and more often than a year ago.

★ Market Velocity: Absorption rates of 1.23 in Maplewood and 1.42 in South Orange tell the real story: homes are getting scooped up quickly. Buyers need pre-approval and confidence to compete effectively.

For Home Sellers

If you’re thinking about selling, this is a moment worth paying attention to:

★ A True Seller’s Market: Homes are selling in less than a month, with South Orange averaging 24 days and Maplewood 29. At PPG, we position our listings to go under contract in just 7 days on average.

★ Strong Price Appreciation: Equity gains are real. South Orange is up 9.79% year-over-year, and Maplewood follows with 7.13%. On top of that, PPG sellers benefit from even stronger positioning—our homes close at 21% above list price on average.

★ Premium Positioning: With SP-to-AV ratios of 127 (South Orange) and 125 (Maplewood), buyers are consistently paying above assessment values. PPG’s marketing and prep elevate listings even further, driving premium results.

★ Supply vs. Demand: Only 48 listings across both towns—serving the entire shared school district—means less competition for sellers. Steady sales (120 in South Orange and 191 in Maplewood year-to-date) prove demand remains strong.

★ Consistent Strength: With list-to-sale price ratios holding above 106–110%, proper pricing leads directly to strong offers. PPG’s data proves the point: careful preparation, strategic marketing, and negotiation excellence deliver record-setting outcomes. Again, at PPG, our listings sell at an even stronger pace—averaging 21% over asking price.

The SOMS School District Advantage

One of the biggest drivers of this combined market? The South Orange–Maplewood School District. Buyers almost always look at both towns together, creating a larger, more motivated pool of competition for every property.

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