Are you looking to buy a home? Maybe, like many, you don't want to go into debt for most of your adult life. Homes are expensive in New Jersey, so finding a "cheap home" in the Garden State can be frustrating.

 

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Where Does New Jersey Rank Regarding Home Buying Prices In America?

 

  • According to DataPandas, as of May 20, 2025, New Jersey’s median home price was $539,025, placing it 9th among all states (behind New York at 8 and ahead of Montana at 10).

  • For comparison, the national median single‑family home price was about $394,250

  • Bankrate’s April 2025 data likewise lists New Jersey’s median single-family home price at

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    around $526,500, which is among the most expensive nationally.

     

     

     

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    Where is the Cheapest Place to Buy a Home in New Jersey?

    In a recent Patch article, they cited statistics from Zillow, which said the average single-family home in Camden is $151,947.

     

    Here are some examples of affordable homes for sale in Camden:

    • 1240 Chase Street ($154,900)
      • Single-family residence
      • Built in 1920
      • Modern floor plan with all-new flooring and a large, fenced-in backyard
    • 801 Fairview Street ($84,995)
      • Multi-family
      • Commercial space on the first floor with a half-bath
      • Two-bed, one bath on the second floor
    • 2682 N Congress Road ($199,000)
      • Single-family residence
      • Built in 1930
      • Renovated three-bed with original woodwork and doors
      • Hardwood floors and stained glass
    • 812 Tulip Street ($139,900)
      • Townhouse
      • Built in 1925
      • Four-bedroom, two-bath located in the heart of Morgan Village
      • 1,999 square feet lot

     

    The question is, would you buy in Camden? Patch said, "Could you live in Camden, a city in South Jersey? Would your answer change if moving to Camden meant you could shave tens of thousands of dollars off the price of a home?"

     

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