Real Estate Investing in Sussex, New Jersey

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 18,575 • Sussex County

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Should you buy in Sussex, NJ? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (66/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.3% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.0% 5yr CAGR

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $461,077
Avg Monthly Rent $1,863
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Sussex Real Estate

Across Sussex's 1 ZIPs, the picture is soft: $461K median values, $1,863/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

A 3.0 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Sussex is in that category.

Rent trends and price trends in Sussex are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in New Jersey.

Sussex's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$461,077
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,863
1% Rule
✗ Below
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ZIP Codes in Sussex, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sussex, NJ

How does Sussex, NJ rate as a rental market?

Yes - Sussex, NJ a 3.0/5 investability score. With $461K home prices against $1,863/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Is Sussex, NJ landlord-friendly?

Sussex, NJ operates under NJ law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect consistent treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

Are rents high in Sussex, NJ?

The typical rental in Sussex, NJ commands about $1,863/mo monthly. That rent profile predictable cash flow against the $461K purchase basis.

What real estate strategy is ideal for Sussex, NJ?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Sussex, NJ. With home values at $461K and rents near $1,863/mo, other strategies can work but produce reliable rather than outsized returns.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Sussex, NJ?

Sussex, NJ carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,863/mo.

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