Real Estate Investing in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey (07927)

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Morris County • Population: 4,754 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 07927 (Cedar Knolls, NJ)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 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
1 flag
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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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 $759,176
Avg Monthly Rent $3,491
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $138,304
% Renters 40.6%

Market Analysis: 07927 Cedar Knolls

On balance, ZIP 07927 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $759K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 07927 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Regionally, 07927 sits on the difficult end of the NJ spectrum. The a viable market for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

A sturdy renter share of 41% in 07927 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Strategically, 07927 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Cedar Knolls:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 62/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $3,491/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 07927

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+8.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$221,821/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $484,530 $3,310 4.9% +7.0% $242,265
3BR $681,880 $4,140 4.4% +6.8% $227,293
4BR $887,283 $4,710 3.8% +8.0% $221,821

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$788K$704K$619K$534K$449K$365KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$3,523$3,431$3,338$3,246$3,154$3,062Sep 2025Mar 2026Jul 2026

📊 How Does 07927 Compare?

Metric 07927 Cedar Knolls New Jersey
Home Value $759,176 $759,176 $559,826
5-Year CAGR 6.2% 6.2% 8.4%
Avg Rent $3,491 $3,491 -
Cap Rate 3.6% 3.6% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

A healthy rental market with 41% renter-occupied households ensures tenant availability.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.2%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $759,176
Monthly Rent $3,491
Price-to-Rent 18.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.5%
Cap Rate 3.6%
5-Year IRR 9.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.6%). 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
3.9%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 07927

Population: 4,754

💰 Median Household Income
$138,304
This area
$138,304
State
$113,906
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
40.6%
This area
40.6%
State
28.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.3%
This area
2.3%
State
-9.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
56.2%
This area
56.2%
State
25.9%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.5 years
This area
42.5 years
State
22.0 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.9%
This area
3.9%
State
9.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 79.4%
Asian 17.8%
Other/Mixed 1.4%
Black/African American 1.3%
Hispanic/Latino 1.0%
👶 Under 18
19.1%
This area
19.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
24.6%
This area
24.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.6%
This area
0.6%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 07927

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

Alfred Vail School

📚 K – 02 Elementary
📍 125 SPEEDWELL AVENUE, MORRIS PLAINS
👥
334 Students
👨‍🏫
11.6:1 Class Size
💰
$28,242 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Bee Meadow School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 120 Reynolds Avenue, Whippany
👥
301 Students
👨‍🏫
9.5:1 Class Size
💰
$29,243 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Memorial Junior School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 61 Highland Avenue, Whippany
👥
426 Students
👨‍🏫
9.1:1 Class Size
💰
$29,243 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Morris Plains Borough School

📚 03 – 08 School
📍 500 SPEEDWELL AVENUE, MORRIS PLAINS
👥
391 Students
👨‍🏫
9.4:1 Class Size
💰
$37,366 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Whippany Park High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 165 WHIPPANY ROAD, WHIPPANY
👥
594 Students
👨‍🏫
9.8:1 Class Size
💰
$32,669 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 18 Off-Campus Students
C
Rabbinical College of America
206 students · 2.5 mi
C
Saint Elizabeth University
1,009 students · 2.8 mi
C
Artistic Academy of Hair Design
93 students · 2.9 mi
C+
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
2,778 students · 3.4 mi
C+
Morris County Vocational School District
32 students · 4.1 mi
C+
Drew University
2,226 students · 4.4 mi
C+
Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics & Cosmetology
247 students · 6.0 mi
B
Assumption College for Sisters
35 students · 6.2 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Does house hacking make sense in Cedar Knolls, NJ?

House hacking in Cedar Knolls, NJ is reasonable to execute. Prices around $759K and rents of $3,491/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

What is the investability score for Cedar Knolls, NJ?

Cedar Knolls, NJ shows an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $759K and average rents around $3,491/mo. That combination puts it in the notable tier for investor interest.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Cedar Knolls, NJ?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Cedar Knolls, NJ. The rental market absorbs $3,491/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Is Cedar Knolls, NJ a friendly market for rental owners?

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

What is the average home sale price in Cedar Knolls, NJ?

Expect median prices around $759K in Cedar Knolls, NJ. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been consistent.

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