01Luxury homes in Sussex County, NJ
Sussex County luxury homes for sale.
Browse luxury homes for sale in Sussex County, New Jersey. The county's high end is defined by water, land, and mountains rather than skyline: lakefront estates line Lake Mohawk in Sparta, custom homes rise around the Crystal Springs Resort and golf in Hardyston, and larger lake, mountain, and farm estates, including horse farms, spread across the rural townships. For buyers who want a substantial lakefront home with a dock and lake rights, a golf-community estate near Crystal Springs, or a private compound on acreage near High Point State Park and Stokes State Forest, Sussex County offers the Skylands' multimillion-dollar high end, where a Lake Mohawk waterfront or a countryside horse farm is the ultimate address.
Luxury homes in Sussex County generally begin in the high $600,000s and rise past $1 million and well beyond, concentrated in Sparta on Lake Mohawk, around Crystal Springs in Hardyston, and on the larger lake, mountain, and farm estates of the countryside, where lakefront, acreage, and privacy command the county's top of the market.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Sussex County luxury homes, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Sussex County, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the lake communities, the mountain resort towns, the county seat of Newton, and the rural farm country.
Sussex County is served by districts including Sparta, Vernon, and Kittatinny Regional and by Sussex County Community College, with Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center in Newton and Route 15 and Interstate 80 for regional access. Use the price-range pages below to narrow your search, or call 888-327-6555 for a town-by-town update.
When comparing luxury homes in Sussex County, weigh water and land as much as the house: a Lake Mohawk lakefront in Sparta, a Crystal Springs golf estate in Hardyston, and a countryside horse farm carry very different lake rights, acreage, wells and septic, Highlands status, and privileges, so clarifying whether you want lakefront, golf-resort, or acreage first will focus a search at the county's high end.
151 Properties Available In Sussex
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4 Beds 2.5 Baths 1 Acres Lot$799,000Coming Soon405 Springdale Greendell Rd, Fredon Twp., NJ 07860
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS PROSPERITY REALTY
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,684 SqFt$935,000Coming Soon - 1/36 36
2 Beds 2 Baths 0.26 Acres Lot$875,000Open Sun 12PM-3PM - 1/47 47
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 1.53 Acres Lot$799,007Open Sat 12PM-3PM - 1/25 25
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,077 SqFt$799,500Open Sat 12PM-3PM - 1/47 47
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,208 SqFt$899,000Open Sun 1PM-3PM - 1/44 44
5 Beds 3 Baths 0.93 Acres Lot$797,000Open Sat 12PM-2PM251 W Mountain Rd, Sparta Twp., NJ 07871
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS PROSPERITY REALTY
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 4.5 Baths 5,412 SqFt$750,000Open Sun 1PM-3PM - 1/47 47
6 Beds 4.5 Baths 1.51 Acres Lot$1,089,000Open Sat 10AM-12PM - 1/47 47
6 Beds 7.5 Baths 8,621 SqFt$4,495,000New - 1/50 50
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 1.68 Acres Lot$1,150,000New - 1/48 48
6 Beds 4.5 Baths 2 Acres Lot$999,000New - 1/38 38
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 2.64 Acres Lot$895,000New - 1/41 41
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,382 SqFt$1,975,000New - 1/50 50
5 Beds 4 Baths 0.26 Acres Lot$1,699,000New - 1/48 48
3 Beds 2 Baths 0.25 Acres Lot$995,000New - 1/41 41
4 Beds 3 Baths 3.08 Acres Lot$925,000New15 Hidden Valley Rd, Andover Twp., NJ 07860
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS METROPOLITAN
Single Family Home
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5 Beds 4 Baths 2,150 SqFt$899,900New - 1/40 40
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2.59 Acres Lot$750,000New - 1/47 47
5 Beds 5.5 Baths 1.2 Acres Lot$2,490,000New - 1/46 46
5 Beds 4 Baths 0.82 Acres Lot$1,599,000New - 1/50 50
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 2.5 Acres Lot$899,000New - 1/35 35
4 Beds 4 Baths 1.26 Acres Lot$1,395,000Active49 Northwood Rd, Hopatcong Boro, NJ 07849
Listed by BHHS GROSS AND JANSEN REALTORS
Single Family Home
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7 Beds 7 Baths 7,000 SqFt$1,400,000Active
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02Explore Communities & Market
Where to buy a luxury home in Sussex County.
Luxury inventory in Sussex County is concentrated on Lake Mohawk in Sparta, around Crystal Springs in Hardyston, and on the larger lake, mountain, and farm estates of the countryside rather than any single street, and where you look depends on whether you want a lakefront, a golf-resort home, or a private acreage estate. Buyers seeking lakefront gravitate to Lake Mohawk in Sparta, with its dock rights and country-club membership; buyers seeking a golf-community home look to the Crystal Springs area of Hardyston; and buyers seeking acreage, privacy, or horse property look to Wantage, Frankford, Andover, and the rural townships. In a county defined by lakes and land, luxury often means water, acreage, and seclusion. Compare the areas below before you choose.
Luxury character varies by setting. Sparta, anchored by Lake Mohawk and its Alpine village center and boardwalk, offers the county's premier lakefront estates, many carrying dock, mooring, or Lake Mohawk Country Club privileges; Hardyston offers custom and golf-community homes around the Crystal Springs Resort; and the rural townships offer horse farms, mountain estates, and larger-acreage properties near High Point, Stokes State Forest, and the Appalachian Trail, some bordering preserved farmland. That range lets high-end buyers choose among a Lake Mohawk waterfront, a Crystal Springs golf estate, and a private countryside farm, all in the mountainous, four-season northwestern corner of New Jersey.
Because Sussex County luxury spans such different settings, from a Lake Mohawk lakefront in Sparta to a Crystal Springs golf estate in Hardyston to a horse farm on acreage in the rural townships, buyers benefit from clarifying early which lifestyle they want, then comparing the specific property's lake rights and country-club dues, its acreage, its wells and septic, and its Highlands status, since at the county's high end the water access, land, and privileges shape both daily life and long-term value as much as the house itself in the scenic heart of the Skylands.
Water, land, and privacy for luxury buyers in Sussex County.
Luxury living in Sussex County is defined by water, land, and privacy. A buyer at the high end can acquire a lakefront estate with a private dock and lake rights on Lake Mohawk in Sparta, a custom home near the Crystal Springs Resort and golf in Hardyston, or a horse farm or mountain estate with acreage in the rural townships. Each offers a substantial home, but each pairs it with a distinct setting, a boardwalk-and-lake village, a golf-resort community, or genuine farm-country seclusion, and a car commute down Route 15 or Route 23 toward Interstate 80 rather than a train.
For luxury buyers, the county's appeal is water, space, and privacy near recreation and strong schools. Sparta pairs Lake Mohawk lakefront living, boating, and its well-regarded schools with a landmark boardwalk and Alpine village center; Hardyston pairs a Crystal Springs golf-community home with four-season resort amenities; and the rural townships pair acreage, room for horses and barns, and true privacy with proximity to High Point State Park, Stokes State Forest, and the Appalachian Trail. Lake rights and country-club membership, well and septic systems, and the NJ Highlands Act all matter at this level, so high-end buyers weigh land, water access, and privileges as much as the house.
Day to day, luxury residents here enjoy the lake, the mountains, and space: a Lake Mohawk owner in Sparta boats, swims, and dines at the village center on the boardwalk; a Crystal Springs owner in Hardyston plays championship golf and uses the resort's four-season amenities; and a countryside estate owner rides, gardens, or simply enjoys the seclusion of acreage near High Point, Swartswood State Park, and the Delaware Water Gap. Whether the home is a lakefront, a golf estate, or a working horse farm, the defining luxury of Sussex County is water, land, and privacy in the Skylands, a combination increasingly rare and increasingly sought within reach of the Morris County and New York job markets.
The Sussex County high end rewards buyers who understand that value here is anchored in land and water rather than a single prestige street: a Lake Mohawk lakefront in Sparta with dock rights and country-club membership, a Crystal Springs golf estate in Hardyston, and a horse farm on acreage in Wantage or Frankford each carry a distinct blend of lake rights, acreage, wells and septic, and Highlands status, so buyers who evaluate those privileges and constraints as carefully as the home itself are the ones who buy well at the county's multimillion-dollar top, where scarcity of true lakefront and large acreage supports long-term value in the Skylands.
Search Sussex County homes by price.
Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Sussex County area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.
Browse Sussex County towns & neighborhoods.
Explore our town-by-town guides near Sussex County and across Sussex County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Sussex County open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Sussex 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 Sussex County through our Sussex County property pages: single-family homes, lake, mountain, and farm-country homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Sussex County luxury market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Sussex County, NJ is currently $430K, about $234 per square foot. Homes here average 45 days on market with roughly 700 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Sussex County's luxury market centers on Lake Mohawk lakefront estates in Sparta, custom and golf-community homes around Crystal Springs in Hardyston, and larger lake, mountain, and farm estates, including horse farms, across the rural townships.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Sussex County, the top of the market runs to Lake Mohawk lakefront estates in Sparta with dock rights and country-club membership, Crystal Springs golf-community homes in Hardyston, and larger horse farms and acreage estates in the countryside, where water, land, and privacy command the highest prices. Because luxury here is defined by lakefront, acreage, and privileges rather than a single prestige address, high-end buyers should weigh water access and lake rights, lot size and acreage, well and septic, and Highlands status as much as price, since these drive value across the county's estates, lakefronts, and farms. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a luxury home in Sussex County.
- Lake Mohawk lakefront estatesSparta's Lake Mohawk offers the county's premier lakefront estates with docks, lake rights, and country-club membership on a landmark lake.
- Crystal Springs golf homesHardyston offers custom and golf-community homes around the Crystal Springs Resort with four-season resort amenities.
- Horse farms & acreageWantage, Frankford, Andover, and the rural townships offer horse farms, mountain estates, and larger-acreage properties with genuine privacy.
- Water, land & recreationHigh-end homes pair lakefront or acreage with skiing, golf, boating, and the Appalachian Trail near High Point and Stokes State Forest.
- Value versus North JerseySussex County luxury offers lakefront, acreage, and privacy at prices below much of North Jersey and the closer-in suburbs.
Amenities & community overview.
A closer look at estates, land, and lifestyle for luxury buyers in Sussex County.
- Browse all homes for sale in Sussex County or explore the wider Sussex County market.
- Compare Sussex County neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Interstate 80, Route 15, Route 23, Route 206, Route 94, and Route 565, plus sussex County has no commuter rail of its own, so Route 15 and Route 23 carry commuters south to Interstate 80 and the Morris County rail lines, with NJ Transit buses serving the county and the Netcong and Mount Olive train stations just over the Morris County line.
- Explore High Point State Park at the highest elevation in New Jersey, the Lake Mohawk boardwalk in Sparta, the Mountain Creek resort in Vernon, Lake Hopatcong, and the Delaware Water Gap and Appalachian Trail, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Sussex County.
Luxury life in Sussex County is a life of water, land, and privacy in the Skylands. A Lake Mohawk owner in Sparta enjoys a lakefront estate with a dock, lake rights, and country-club membership steps from the boardwalk and Alpine village center; a Crystal Springs owner in Hardyston enjoys a golf-community home with four-season resort amenities; and a countryside owner enjoys a horse farm or mountain estate on acreage near High Point State Park, Stokes State Forest, and the Appalachian Trail. Lake rights and country-club membership, wells and septic, and the NJ Highlands Act all shape ownership at this level, so the buyers who buy well here weigh water access, acreage, and privileges as much as the house itself. That combination, lakefront, golf-resort, or farm estates with genuine land and privacy, is why the county's high end draws buyers seeking the Skylands' best addresses within reach of the Morris County and New York job markets.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and county government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Sussex County, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs in Sussex County.
First-time buyer in Sussex County or Sussex 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 price of a luxury home in Sussex County, NJ?
Luxury prices generally begin in the high $600,000s and rise past $1 million and well beyond, concentrated on Lake Mohawk in Sparta, around Crystal Springs in Hardyston, and on larger estates and horse farms in the countryside. Call 888-327-6555 for current figures on a specific property or area.
Where are the most expensive homes in Sussex County?
The top of the market runs to Lake Mohawk lakefront estates in Sparta, Crystal Springs golf-community homes in Hardyston, and larger horse farms and acreage estates in the rural townships, where lakefront, land, and privacy command the highest prices.
What are lake rights and country-club membership on Lake Mohawk?
Homes on and around Lake Mohawk in Sparta typically carry lake rights and often membership in the Lake Mohawk Country Club or lake association, which governs the lake, beaches, and amenities and carries dues. These privileges are central to lakefront value, so confirm them on any Lake Mohawk home before you buy.
Are there horse farms and estates on acreage in Sussex County?
Yes. Wantage, Frankford, Andover, Stillwater, and the rural townships offer horse farms, mountain estates, and larger-acreage properties, some bordering preserved farmland, near High Point State Park, Stokes State Forest, and the Appalachian Trail.
Do luxury homes in Sussex County have wells and septic?
Many do, especially lakefront and rural estates outside the boroughs. Buyers of high-end homes should include thorough well and septic evaluation in due diligence and confirm capacity for the home and any planned additions.
How does the NJ Highlands Act affect luxury and estate buyers in Sussex County?
Much of Sussex County lies in the Highlands region, where the Highlands Act restricts development and subdivision. For estate and acreage buyers it matters most if you plan to build, expand, or subdivide, so confirm a property's Highlands status and any restrictions before making plans.
Is a Sussex County luxury home a good value versus North Jersey?
Often yes. Buyers can acquire lakefront, acreage, and privacy in the Skylands at prices below much of North Jersey and the closer-in suburbs, trading a longer car commute for water, land, and recreation. We can help you compare the trade-offs.
How competitive is the luxury market in Sussex County?
It varies. Lake Mohawk lakefront in Sparta and Crystal Springs homes in Hardyston see steady high-end demand, while larger acreage estates and horse farms can take longer to sell given their specialized nature. Pricing to the right buyer is key.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy a luxury home in Sussex County?
Yes. We help high-end buyers evaluate lake rights, acreage, wells and septic, Highlands status, and privileges across Lake Mohawk in Sparta, Crystal Springs in Hardyston, and the countryside estates. Call 888-327-6555 to start.
Can Four Point Realty help me sell my luxury home in Sussex County?
Yes. We market high-end homes across the county with a listing fee starting at 1%*, professional photography, and pricing built on real, property-specific comparables for lakefront, golf-community, and acreage estates. Request a free home value estimate to start.
How do I get alerts for new luxury listings in Sussex County?
Register for a free account and set your price, lakefront, or acreage filters, or call 888-327-6555 and we will set up a curated high-end search across Lake Mohawk, Crystal Springs, and the countryside.
What towns near Sussex County should luxury buyers also consider?
Depending on lifestyle, high-end buyers sometimes compare Sussex against neighboring Morris, Bergen, or Warren County for additional estate and lakefront inventory. We can help you weigh the trade-offs.
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