Main Street & Historic Core
Older homes and the borough's historic street pattern are concentrated around Main Street and the traditional village center.
Stanhope
Real Estate
A compact borough market with historic streets, established neighborhoods and convenient access to I-80, Route 183, Route 206 and nearby rail service in Netcong.
$502,168Recent median sale price reported for Stanhope for the three months ending August 2026.
18 daysRecent median time on market reported for August 2026.
Small inventoryThe borough's limited geographic size means available homes can change quickly.
Market-data caution: Real-estate portals sometimes use postal geographies that extend into Byram Township. Confirm that any property represented as “Stanhope” is actually within Stanhope Borough before relying on borough-specific taxes, schools or zoning.
Housing Character
Established Residential Neighborhoods
Most housing is in compact residential neighborhoods with a mix of architectural ages and lot sizes.
Musconetcong Area
Properties near the lake and river should be evaluated for parcel-specific drainage, flood and environmental considerations.
Commuter Access
Stanhope's proximity to I-80 and the nearby Netcong rail station is a practical consideration for commuters.
Before You Buy
- Verify the property is physically inside Stanhope Borough rather than elsewhere in the 07874 mailing area.
- Review current borough tax and assessment records.
- Check zoning and permit requirements before additions, accessory structures or home-business use.
- Review flood, drainage, water/sewer and environmental conditions relevant to the specific parcel.
- Use licensed real-estate, inspection, legal and title professionals for transaction-specific advice.
Borough Property Resources
Borough Hall
77 Main Street
973-347-0159
Construction Department
Contact the borough for current permit and inspection requirements.
Zoning & Code Enforcement
Confirm permitted uses, setbacks and property requirements before planning work.
Tax & Assessment
Use current municipal records rather than postal-area assumptions when evaluating taxes and assessments.
Market figures are current 2026 snapshots and change frequently. They are informational and are not an appraisal of any property.