What "Days on Market" Really Means in Hudson County

Quick take: “Days on Market” (DOM) tells you how long a home has actively been listed. In Hudson County, DOM is a signal of leverage: lower DOM often favors sellers; higher DOM can create windows for buyers—especially after the third weekend on market.

What counts as DOM?

DOM starts when a listing goes live and stops once it’s under contract. Back-on-market events reset or add to DOM depending on the MLS status flow.

Why buyers care

At day 21+, sellers may be more flexible. Pair clean terms with a strong local pre-approval to win value properties without overpaying.

Why sellers care

Pricing to the last 30–60 days of closed comps + turnkey presentation keeps DOM low, boosting negotiating position.

  Team insight: The Renée Condon Group tracks block-level DOM by building and micro-neighborhood (PATH access, amenities, renovation quality). It’s how our buyers spot value and our sellers avoid stale listings.

Buyer playbook

• Flag homes at day 14–28 for strategic offers.

• Use a local lender for faster appraisal/condo review.

• Ask about HOA reserves and upcoming capital projects.

Seller playbook

• Price to fresh closed comps; avoid chasing list-price “hope.”

• Pre-inspect + stage; buyers reward move-in-ready.

• Launch with great media and a tight first-week showing plan.

Related reading

• Jersey City Real Estate Market Update — October 2025

• Our Buyer Timeline & Consultation

• The Heights vs. Downtown: Which Jersey City Neighborhood Fits You?

 What’s a “good” DOM in Hudson County?

 It varies by building and season. PATH-adjacent, renovated listings move faster. We use micro-neighborhood DOM to set expectations.

 Does a high DOM mean something is wrong?

 Not always. Sometimes it’s timing, access, or pricing. We investigate disclosures, building health, and comp drift before advising.

 Do price drops reset DOM?

 No—DOM continues. Price improvements can re-ignite attention; presentation and terms still matter.