Between January 2025 and January 2026, several South Jersey and Philadelphia neighborhoods saw double-digit appreciation. Not just 3%, or the expected 5~. We’re talking 10—30% increase in home value year-over-year.

And that meaningful equity growth has been building homeowners serious wealth in just a 12 month period. We've established home value growth by comparing this year's median sold price of homes to this time last year, so let's take a look at some standout towns.

Higher-rated schools, a tight 08108 inventory pipeline, and consistent buyer demand is keeping competition high in Haddon Township. Well-updated and well-maintained homes continue to see multiple-offer situations, especially under key price thresholds.

In January 2025, the median sold price of homes sold in Haddon Township was $485k. This January, it's increased to an astonishing $632k, which is a 30.4% growth.

Limited supply + emotionally attached buyers = price growth. If you purchased before 2025, you likely saw substantial appreciation.

Oaklyn has benefited from Collingswood and Haddon Township spillover. Buyers who love the vibe of Haddon Ave but want slightly more approachable pricing have been pouring into Oaklyn over the last few years, especially since the downtown area has been growing with Tonewood Brewing events and revitalized coffee shop (new owners, new vibe), Common Grounds.

Inventory remains extremely tight, especially under the $450k price point, and that compression has accelerated equity growth. We saw a year-over-year increase from $362k to $443k, a neat 22.2%.

Collingswood continues to be one of South Jersey’s most competitive micro-markets.

With walkability, PATCO access into the city, brunch spots, Collingswood Farmers Market, and historic charm, buyers aren’t just shopping for houses here; they’re shopping for lifestyle. Move-in-ready homes, especially those with updated kitchens and finished basements, drove much of the appreciation.

Demand never really cooled, it just got more selective here in Collingswood NJ. And the year-over-year increase? $379k to $456k.

Heading south from the towns above, we've got the standout growth town of Glassboro, where Rowan University continues to influence the market.

Glassboro attracts both owner-occupants and investors, which creates a strong demand floor. Rental potential, steady enrollment growth, and ongoing development have helped push values upward.

When both homeowners and investors want the same properties, prices rarely sit still, with an increase from $350k to $420k.

Mount Laurel continues to attract relocation buyers and move-up purchasers looking for space and newer construction. Larger homes with updated interiors, finished basements, and functional layouts performed especially well. Buyers seeking suburban convenience with commuter access kept activity steady throughout the year.

Not explosive, just consistently strong, with an increase from $330k to $382k, nearly 16%.

When it comes to affordability in the tighter South Jersey housing markets, Gloucester City remains one of the more attainable entry points near Philadelphia. Those looking for a quicker commute into the city on a budget covet this underrated city.

Naturally, that steady first-time buyer demand has quietly supported appreciation. As nearby towns push higher in price, buyers naturally expand their search radius, and Gloucester City has benefited from that shift, with an increase from $210k in January 2025, to $235k in January 2026.

Sicklerville remains one of the more affordable South Jersey options, which keeps first-time buyers active, and that consistent demand floor helps protect and grow values year-over-year, even in fluctuating rate environments.

10% percent might not sound dramatic compared to 30, but it’s still meaningful equity growth in just twelve months, and the median sold price increased from $350k to $387k.

If you purchased prior to 2025, there’s a real possibility you’ve built more equity than you realize. And luckily for you, equity is not just a number on a screen; it can offer you real outcomes on:

Markets shift. Inventory fluctuates. Rates move. But strong demand across both South Jersey and Philadelphia has kept appreciation alive in many neighborhoods. If you want to find out what your home is worth in real-time, click the button: