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01Land and lots in Gloucester County, NJ

Gloucester County land and lots for sale.

Browse land for sale in Gloucester County, New Jersey. Unlike the built-out counties to the north, Gloucester still has real land: working farmland, some under farmland preservation, in the rural south and west; buildable lots in the fast-growing western townships of Woolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison; and pinelands-edge parcels in the south around Franklin and Monroe. For buyers who want to build a custom home, start or expand a farm, or hold acreage in a growing county, Gloucester offers genuine land inventory, but every parcel demands careful due diligence on zoning, preservation status, and perc and soil results before it can deliver on its promise.

Land in Gloucester County ranges from small buildable lots in the growing western townships to sizable farm and wooded parcels in the south and west, with price driven by acreage, zoning, preservation status, and soil and perc results, so due diligence matters more here than almost any other purchase.

$361KMedian sale price
$187Median $ / sq ft
38Average DOM
1300Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Search Gloucester County land and lots, updated in real time.

Explore the latest homes for sale in Gloucester County, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the Philadelphia suburbs, the college town of Glassboro, and the growing farm-country townships.

Gloucester County is served by well-regarded districts including Washington Township, Clearview Regional, and Kingsway Regional and by Rowan University and Rowan College of South Jersey, with Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill and Jefferson Health nearby and quick highway access to Philadelphia. Use the price-range pages below to narrow your search, or call 888-327-6555 for a town-by-town update.

When comparing land in Gloucester County, confirm zoning, farmland-preservation and pinelands status, wetlands, utility and road access, and perc and soil results before purchasing, since a buildable Woolwich home lot, a preserved farm parcel in the south, and a pinelands-edge tract carry very different rules, uses, and value.

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Where to buy land in Gloucester County.

Land inventory in Gloucester County is real and varied, and where you look depends on whether you want a building lot, a farm, or wooded acreage. Buyers wanting to build a custom home gravitate to buildable lots in Woolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison; buyers wanting to farm look to the county's productive farmland in the south and west, some of it under preservation; and buyers wanting wooded or larger parcels look to the pinelands edge around Franklin, Monroe, and Elk. Because zoning, preservation status, and soil conditions vary parcel by parcel, understanding each site is essential. Compare the areas below before you choose.

Land character varies sharply across the county. The growing western townships offer buildable lots and subdivided parcels near new subdivisions, Kingsway and Clearview schools, and the highways, ideal for a custom home; the rural south and west offer working farmland, orchards, and larger agricultural parcels, some under farmland preservation that limits development; and the southern pinelands edge around Franklin and Monroe offers wooded acreage where environmental rules can constrain building. That range means a Gloucester County land buyer must match the parcel to the goal, a home site, a farm, or a hold, and confirm zoning, preservation, wetlands, and perc results before purchasing.

Zoning, preservation, and due diligence for land buyers in Gloucester County.

Buying land in Gloucester County is fundamentally about due diligence. A buildable lot in Woolwich or Harrison must be checked for zoning, setbacks, utility access, wetlands, and a passing perc and soil test before a home can go up; a farm parcel in the south may carry farmland-preservation restrictions that shape what can be built; and a pinelands-edge parcel may face environmental limits on clearing and construction. Unlike buying a finished house, land rewards patient investigation, because the parcel's real value depends entirely on what can legally and physically be done with it.

For land buyers, the county's appeal is genuine opportunity that has largely disappeared closer to the cities. Gloucester still has buildable lots for custom homes in its growing west, real farmland for agriculture, and larger parcels to hold as the county grows, all at prices well below built-out markets. But that opportunity comes with responsibility: buyers should engage the municipality on zoning, check for farmland-preservation or pinelands restrictions, confirm access to water, sewer or septic, and utilities, and complete perc and soil testing, so the land can actually support the intended use.

Day to day, the value of Gloucester County land turns on its details. A home-site buyer weighs lot size, utilities, and school zone in Woolwich, East Greenwich, or Harrison; a farm buyer weighs soil quality, water, and preservation status in the south and west around Mullica Hill and Franklin; and a hold buyer weighs zoning and the direction of the county's growth. Because Gloucester is one of the few nearby counties with meaningful land left, and because rules vary so much by parcel, buyers who do thorough due diligence are best positioned to turn raw land into a home, a farm, or a sound long-term hold.

Search Gloucester County homes by price.

Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Gloucester County area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.

Browse Gloucester County towns & neighborhoods.

Explore our town-by-town guides near Gloucester County and across Gloucester County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.

Gloucester County open houses.

Browse upcoming open houses in Gloucester County, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.

Homes for sale by property type.

Explore every type of home in and around Gloucester County through our Gloucester County property pages: single-family homes, suburban, college-town, and farm-country homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.

Market trends, Early 2026

The Gloucester County land market, by the numbers.

The median list price in Gloucester County, NJ is currently $361K, about $187 per square foot. Homes here average 38 days on market with roughly 1300 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.

Gloucester County offers real land inventory unlike the built-out counties nearby, from buildable lots in the growing western townships of Woolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison to working farmland in the south and west and pinelands-edge parcels around Franklin and Monroe.

$361KMedian sale price
$187Median $ / sq ft
38Average DOM
1300Homes for sale

Updated Spring 2026

Within Gloucester County, buildable lots in the growing western townships near new subdivisions and schools tend to command the higher per-acre prices, while larger farm and wooded parcels in the rural south and west, especially those under farmland preservation, price differently based on acreage, soil, and use. Because zoning, farmland preservation, pinelands rules, wetlands, utility access, and perc and soil results vary parcel by parcel and drive value more than location alone, land buyers should complete thorough due diligence before purchasing, so the parcel can support the intended home, farm, or hold. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.

Why buy land in Gloucester County.

  1. Real land inventoryUnlike the built-out counties nearby, Gloucester still offers genuine buildable lots, farmland, and larger parcels across its south and west.
  2. Buildable home-site lotsWoolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison offer buildable lots for custom homes near new subdivisions, schools, and highways.
  3. Working farmlandThe rural south and west offer productive farmland and orchards, some under farmland preservation, for buyers who want to farm.
  4. Room to growLarger parcels let buyers build, farm, or hold acreage in one of the region's fastest-growing counties.
  5. Value below built-out marketsLand prices run well below the region's built-out counties, offering genuine opportunity for buyers who do their due diligence.

Amenities & community overview.

A closer look at parcels, zoning, and due diligence for land buyers in Gloucester County.

  • Browse all homes for sale in Gloucester County or explore the wider Gloucester County market.
  • Compare Gloucester County neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
  • Weigh your commute: Interstate 295, Route 42, Route 55, Route 322, Route 45, Route 47, and the New Jersey Turnpike, plus gloucester County has no passenger rail of its own, so residents rely on Interstate 295, Route 42, and the Delaware River bridges for a Philadelphia commute, with NJ Transit buses and the PATCO Speedline in neighboring Camden County adding options.
  • Explore Rowan University in Glassboro, Red Bank Battlefield on the Delaware, the historic antique district of Mullica Hill, and the Deptford Mall, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
  • Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Gloucester County.

Land in Gloucester County is a genuine opportunity precisely because the county still has room to grow. A buyer wanting to build a custom home finds buildable lots in Woolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison near new subdivisions, Kingsway and Clearview schools, and the highways; a buyer wanting to farm finds working farmland and orchards in the south and west around Mullica Hill and Franklin, some under farmland preservation; and a buyer wanting wooded or larger acreage finds pinelands-edge parcels in the south. But land here rewards patient due diligence above all: because zoning, preservation status, pinelands and wetlands rules, utility access, and perc and soil results vary parcel by parcel and drive value more than location alone, the buyers who investigate each site thoroughly, engaging the municipality and testing the ground, are the ones who successfully turn raw Gloucester County land into a home, a farm, or a sound long-term hold within a car commute of Philadelphia.

Resources for buyers & sellers.

Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Gloucester County, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.

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β˜… First-time buyers, NJHMFA

First-time home buyer programs in Gloucester County.

First-time buyer in Gloucester County or Gloucester County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.

03Connect for Answers

Frequently asked questions.

Is there really land for sale in Gloucester County, NJ?

Yes. Unlike the built-out counties to the north, Gloucester still has genuine land, buildable lots in the growing western townships, working farmland in the south and west, and pinelands-edge parcels in the south, though every parcel requires careful due diligence. Call 888-327-6555 for current listings.

Where can I buy a buildable lot in Gloucester County?

Woolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison, among the fastest-growing parts of South Jersey, offer buildable lots for custom homes near new subdivisions, schools, and highways. Buyers should confirm zoning, utilities, and perc and soil results before building.

What is farmland preservation and how does it affect land in Gloucester County?

Farmland preservation restricts development on enrolled parcels to keep them in agriculture, which can shape what a buyer may build. Because much of the county's farmland is or may be preserved, buyers should verify a parcel's preservation status before purchasing.

What is a perc test and why does it matter for Gloucester County land?

A percolation (perc) and soil test determines whether a parcel can support a septic system, which is essential where public sewer is unavailable. Many rural Gloucester parcels rely on septic, so a passing perc test is often critical to building a home.

Are there pinelands or environmental restrictions on Gloucester County land?

Yes, on the county's southern edge around Franklin and Monroe, pinelands and wetlands rules can limit clearing and construction. Buyers of southern or wooded parcels should confirm environmental status before purchasing or planning a build.

Can I build a custom home on land in Gloucester County?

Yes, on properly zoned buildable lots, especially in Woolwich, East Greenwich, and Harrison. Buyers must confirm zoning, setbacks, utility or septic access, wetlands, and perc results, then work with a builder. See our new construction page.

What should I check before buying land in Gloucester County?

Confirm zoning and permitted use, farmland-preservation and pinelands status, wetlands, road and utility access, and perc and soil results, and engage the municipality early, since these factors drive a parcel's value and buildability more than location alone.

Can I buy farmland to farm in Gloucester County?

Yes. The rural south and west offer productive farmland and orchards, a defining feature of the county's farm country around Mullica Hill. Buyers should verify soil, water, preservation status, and permitted agricultural uses before purchasing.

How is land priced in Gloucester County?

By acreage, zoning, preservation status, buildability, and soil and perc results, so a buildable home lot in the west and a preserved farm parcel in the south price very differently. We can help you evaluate a specific parcel.

Can Four Point Realty help me buy land in Gloucester County?

Yes. We help land buyers find buildable lots, farmland, and larger parcels, and navigate zoning, preservation, and due diligence across the county's growing west and rural south. Call 888-327-6555 to start.

Can Four Point Realty help me sell land in Gloucester County?

Yes. We market land and lots with a listing fee starting at 1%*, professional marketing, and pricing built on real, parcel-specific comparables and buildability. Request a free estimate to start.

How do I get alerts for new land listings in Gloucester County?

Register for a free account and set your acreage, town, and price filters, or call 888-327-6555 and we will set up a curated land search for you.

What areas near Gloucester County should land buyers also consider?

Buyers seeking farmland or larger parcels sometimes also look at neighboring Salem and Cumberland Counties, which hold extensive South Jersey farmland. We can help you weigh the trade-offs.

Why choose Four Point Realty for your search.

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Four Point Realty is a trusted NJ real estate resource led by Naveen Sharma, offering current listings, strong local market knowledge, and honest insights from the first showing to the closing table. Call 888-327-6555 today.

Naveen Sharma, Broker/Owner, Four Point Realty

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Broker / Owner, 20+ years

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