01Search in Kearny, NJ
Kearny, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Kearny, New Jersey. Kearny, A West Hudson town on the peninsula between the Passaic and Hackensack Rivers, known for its Scottish and soccer heritage as Soccertown USA, offering detached and semi-detached single-family homes at attainable prices with easy access to Newark and Manhattan pairs attainable detached homes, a strong community heritage, and access to Newark and Manhattan with an appealing Hudson County lifestyle. Its housing is unusually house-oriented for Hudson County: detached and semi-detached single-family homes and two-family homes on traditional residential streets, at some of the county's more attainable prices.
Kearny is framed by the New Jersey Turnpike (I-95), Route 7, and Kearny Avenue, with quick access to Newark, the Holland Tunnel, and the Lincoln Tunnel, with strong regional access. Kearny is served by NJ Transit bus routes to Newark and the Port Authority, and the Kearny Connection and nearby stations link the town to NJ Transit rail toward New York, with Newark's transit hubs a short distance away. Prices reflect the town's appeal: semi-detached and smaller homes start in the $350s to $500s, most detached single-family and two-family homes run in the $450s to $650s, and larger or renovated homes climb past $700,000.
Updated Spring 2026
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Explore the latest homes for sale in Kearny, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the residential neighborhoods along Kearny Avenue, the Arlington section near the rail station, and the areas toward the Passaic River and Riverbank Park.
Kearny is served by the Kearny School District, with Jersey City Medical Center in nearby Jersey City and quick regional access. Because well-located Kearny homes draw steady interest, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Inventory in Kearny spans a real range, from detached and semi-detached single-family homes, two-family homes, and some condos, in a traditional residential street grid. Knowing which neighborhood and price tier fit your commute and budget before you tour will save time in a market where the best homes move quickly.
5 Properties Available In Kearny
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5 Beds 2 Baths 1,972 SqFt$599,000Active - 1/21 21
2 Beds 1.5 Baths 1,237 SqFt$454,900Under Contract20 S Midland AVE S #C4, Kearny, NJ 07032
Listed by CENTURY 21 HERBERTSVILLE REAL ESTATE
Townhouse, Condo
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2 Beds 2 Baths 1,237 SqFt$454,900Pending - 1/19 19
3 Beds 1.5 Baths 5,841 Sqft Lot$650,000Under Contract 
2 Beds 1 Bath 1,500 SqFt$329,000Active700 SCHUYLER AVE #G33, Kearny, NJ 07032
MLS# NJHD2000412
Listed by Smires & Associates
Single Family Home, Condo
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02Explore Communities & Market
Explore Kearny and nearby Hudson communities.
Kearny offers a distinct place within Hudson County, and where you buy within it shapes your daily life, commute, and taxes. First-time and value-focused buyers gravitate to Kearny for its attainable detached and semi-detached homes, families value the traditional residential neighborhoods and schools, and commuters use the town's bus and rail access to Newark and Manhattan. Compare Kearny with its Hudson County neighbors below before you choose.
Kearny's character is that of a traditional, community-rich town rather than a dense city. Set on the West Hudson peninsula between the Passaic and Hackensack Rivers, it is known for its deep Scottish heritage and its soccer tradition, earning the nickname Soccertown USA. Its housing is unusually house-oriented for Hudson County, with detached and semi-detached single-family homes and two-family homes on tree-lined residential streets, giving buyers a whole house at attainable prices near Newark and Manhattan.
Compared with the dense cities to its east, Kearny offers detached and semi-detached houses, a strong community feel, and attainable prices, though with a longer, more transfer-based commute to Manhattan. Buyers cross-shop Kearny against Secaucus for a similar suburban feel and better rail, against Jersey City's outer neighborhoods for value, and against North Arlington and the Bergen County line for detached homes. Its houses, its heritage, and its value are the draws that set it apart.
Buyers should note that Kearny offers something scarce in Hudson County, a real supply of detached and semi-detached single-family houses at attainable prices, so it draws buyers who specifically want a whole house with a yard and parking near the city rather than a condo, which is worth weighing against a longer commute.
Kearny's neighborhoods vary, from the residential streets along Kearny Avenue to the Arlington section near rail and the areas toward the Passaic River, so buyers should tour across the town to find the mix of commute, community, and home type that fits, since these differ meaningfully within Kearny.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Kearny.
Kearny draws value buyers and families who want a detached house and a strong community near the region's job centers. A resident can own a single-family or two-family home on a traditional residential street, walk to Kearny Avenue's shops and the town's parks, and commute by bus or rail to Newark or Manhattan, all at prices well below the county's waterfront cities.
The work-life balance in Kearny leans on its houses, its community, and its access. The town's detached and semi-detached homes offer space and yards rare in Hudson County, its Scottish and soccer heritage and local institutions give it a strong community identity, and its bus and rail links reach Newark and Manhattan. For buyers who want a whole house at an attainable price near the city, Kearny is one of the county's few options.
The trade-offs reflect Kearny's location and character: its commute to Manhattan is longer and more transfer-based than the eastern cities', parts of the town sit near industrial areas and the Turnpike, and it lacks the waterfront and urban energy of Hoboken or Jersey City. Buyers who prioritize a detached home, value, and community accept those trade-offs, while those wanting a fast PATH commute or a walkable waterfront look east. Either way, houses and value keep Kearny in demand.
A defining feature of Kearny is its strong, rooted community identity, anchored by its Scottish immigrant heritage and its soccer tradition as Soccertown USA, which gives the town a genuine sense of place and local institutions that many buyers cite as a reason they choose and stay in Kearny. For buyers priced out of the county's condo-dominated cities, Kearny's detached and two-family houses offer a practical path to a whole house, and its two-family stock in particular lets owner-occupants offset a mortgage with rental income, a genuine advantage in an expensive region.
Kearny's access to Newark, one of the region's largest job and transit centers, plus its bus and rail links toward Manhattan, give residents solid commuting options in multiple directions, which broadens the town's appeal beyond Manhattan commuters to those working in Newark and the wider region.
Over the long term, Kearny's combination of attainable detached housing, a strong community, and multi-directional access to Newark and Manhattan gives it durable, family- and value-driven demand distinct from the county's condo-heavy cities, and buyers who choose well-located houses here benefit from that steady interest.
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Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Kearny through our Hudson County property pages: single-family homes, high-rise waterfront and dense urban homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Kearny market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Kearny, NJ is currently $472K, about $314 per square foot. Homes here average 55 days on market with roughly 42 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Kearny's market is unusually house-oriented for Hudson County, with detached and semi-detached single-family and two-family homes at attainable prices, drawing families, first-time buyers, and value-focused commuters to a traditional West Hudson community.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Kearny, larger or renovated detached single-family homes command the highest prices, while semi-detached and smaller homes and two-families offer the more attainable entry points. Because Kearny is one of the county's few house-oriented markets, comparing the specific home, its lot, and its parking matters as much as the town median. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Kearny.
- Attainable detached housesKearny offers a real supply of detached and semi-detached single-family and two-family homes at some of Hudson County's more attainable prices, rare in a condo-dominated county.
- Strong community heritageKearny's Scottish immigrant roots and soccer tradition as Soccertown USA give it a genuine sense of place and strong local institutions.
- Whole-house living near the cityBuyers can own a house with a yard and parking near Newark and Manhattan, an option scarce elsewhere in Hudson County.
- Multi-directional accessBus and rail links to Newark and Manhattan and quick Turnpike access give residents solid commuting options in several directions.
- Owner-occupant incomeKearny's two-family stock lets owner-occupants offset a mortgage with rental income, a practical advantage in an expensive region.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Kearny centers on Kearny Avenue's shops, the town's Scottish and soccer heritage as Soccertown USA, Riverbank Park, and its traditional residential neighborhoods.
- Browse all homes for sale in Kearny or explore the wider Hudson County market.
- Compare Kearny neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: the New Jersey Turnpike (I-95), Route 7, and Kearny Avenue, with quick access to Newark, the Holland Tunnel, and the Lincoln Tunnel, plus kearny is served by NJ Transit bus routes to Newark and the Port Authority, and the Kearny Connection and nearby stations link the town to NJ Transit rail toward New York, with Newark's transit hubs a short distance away.
- Explore Kearny Avenue, the Scottish and soccer heritage of Soccertown USA, and Riverbank Park along the Passaic River, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Kearny.
Kearny's community life runs on the things that make it a real town rather than a commuter grid: the shops and restaurants of Kearny Avenue, the deep Scottish and soccer heritage that earned it the name Soccertown USA, Riverbank Park along the Passaic, and a strong, rooted community. For buyers weighing whether Kearny fits their life and budget, a walk down Kearny Avenue and a look at what a whole house costs here tell the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Kearny, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Kearny.
First-time buyer in Kearny or Hudson 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.
What is the average home price in Kearny, NJ?
As of Summer 2026 the median list price in Kearny is about $472K, roughly $314 per square foot, with homes averaging around 55 days on market and about 42 active listings. Call 888-327-6555 for a neighborhood update.
Why do buyers move to Kearny?
The top draws are attainable houses, community, and access. Kearny offers detached and semi-detached single-family homes at attainable prices, a strong community heritage, and bus and rail links to Newark and Manhattan.
How are the schools in Kearny, NJ?
Kearny is served by the Kearny School District through Kearny High School.
How is the commute from Kearny to Manhattan?
Kearny is served by NJ Transit buses to Newark and the Port Authority and by rail via nearby stations toward New York, with Newark's major transit hubs a short distance away. The commute involves more transfers than the eastern cities'.
Are there single-family homes in Kearny?
Yes. Kearny is unusually house-oriented for Hudson County, with a real supply of detached and semi-detached single-family and two-family homes on traditional residential streets.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Kearny?
Mostly detached and semi-detached single-family homes and two-family homes, plus some condos, in a traditional residential street grid at attainable prices.
Why is Kearny called Soccertown USA?
Kearny's deep Scottish and immigrant heritage brought a strong soccer tradition, producing many notable players and earning the town the nickname Soccertown USA, a point of local pride.
How much are property taxes in Kearny, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the town's rate and the home's assessed value, and rental income from a two-family can help offset costs. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates and appeals.
Is Kearny a good place for first-time buyers?
Yes. With attainable detached and semi-detached houses and two-families near the region's job centers, Kearny is a popular choice for first-time and value-focused buyers wanting a whole house.
Is the Kearny housing market competitive?
Well-priced detached homes and two-families draw steady demand from families and value buyers, so desirable houses can move, especially given the scarcity of detached homes elsewhere in Hudson County.
What is there to do in Kearny?
Daily life centers on the shops and restaurants of Kearny Avenue, the town's soccer and Scottish heritage and events, Riverbank Park along the Passaic, and easy access to Newark and Manhattan.
What towns border Kearny?
Kearny borders Newark and Harrison to the south across the Passaic River, Jersey City and the Meadowlands to the east, and North Arlington and Bergen County to the north. Buyers often cross-shop Secaucus and Jersey City's outer neighborhoods.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Kearny?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers across Kearny, including its detached and two-family homes, with a listing fee starting at 1%*. Call 888-327-6555 or request a free home value estimate to start.
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