Real Estate Investing in Bernardsville, New Jersey (07924)

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Somerset County • Population: 7,756 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 07924 (Bernardsville, NJ)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (69/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 34.7 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $1,044,061
Avg Monthly Rent $2,511
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $218,971
% Renters 11.3%

Market Analysis: 07924 Bernardsville

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Bernardsville's 07924 ZIP stands at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $1.0M pricing implies.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 07924 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Regionally, 07924 sits on the difficult end of the NJ spectrum. The a strong candidate for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Resident income in 07924 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The 07924 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Bernardsville:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,511/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 07924

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+10.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$239,160/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $717,479 $3,350 3.4% +7.8% $239,160
4BR $1,064,169 $3,700 2.5% +9.0% $266,042
5BR $1,847,870 +10.4% $369,574

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$1.1M$979K$880K$780K$681K$581KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 07924 Compare?

Metric 07924 Bernardsville New Jersey
Home Value $1,044,061 $1,044,061 $559,826
5-Year CAGR 7.1% 7.1% 8.4%
Avg Rent $2,511 $2,511 -
Cap Rate 1.9% 1.9% -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.1%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $1,044,061
Monthly Rent $2,511
Price-to-Rent 34.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.9%
Cap Rate 1.9%
5-Year IRR 9.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.9%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
2.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 07924

Population: 7,756

💰 Median Household Income
$218,971
This area
$218,971
State
$113,906
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.3%
This area
11.3%
State
28.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.8%
This area
3.8%
State
-9.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
68.4%
This area
68.4%
State
25.9%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.6 years
This area
40.6 years
State
22.0 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
2.7%
This area
2.7%
State
9.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 90.9%
Other/Mixed 5.6%
Hispanic/Latino 4.7%
Asian 2.7%
Black/African American 0.8%
👶 Under 18
27.4%
This area
27.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.0%
This area
17.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 07924

A+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
10.8:1 Avg Class Size
$29,318 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Bernards High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
796 Students
👨‍🏫
11.9:1 Class Size
💰
$29,318 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Bernardsville Middle School

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
435 Students
👨‍🏫
10.4:1 Class Size
💰
$29,318 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
441 Students
👨‍🏫
10.1:1 Class Size
💰
$29,318 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 3,399 Off-Campus Students
C
Rabbinical College of America
206 students · 7.2 mi
C
Saint Elizabeth University
1,009 students · 8.8 mi
C+
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
2,778 students · 8.9 mi
C+
Drew University
2,226 students · 9.0 mi
C
County College of Morris
6,069 students · 9.1 mi
C
Raritan Valley Community College
6,587 students · 9.6 mi
C+
Cutting Edge Academy
94 students · 10.2 mi
C
Artistic Academy of Hair Design
93 students · 10.4 mi

Investor Insight: With 3,399 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What monthly rent should investors expect in Bernardsville, NJ?

Rental rates in Bernardsville, NJ average $2,511/mo. Tenant demand and $1.0M home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Bernardsville, NJ?

Bernardsville, NJ sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader NJ rental market.

Is Bernardsville, NJ a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Our data puts Bernardsville, NJ at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $1.0M and rents around $2,511/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Is Bernardsville, NJ a friendly market for rental owners?

For rental operators, Bernardsville, NJ rates as tenant-protective. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

What is the renter demographic in Bernardsville, NJ?

Tenant quality in Bernardsville, NJ ranks as solid. Landlords generally report even-keeled occupancy at market rents of $2,511/mo.

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