01Multi-family homes in Sussex County, NJ
Sussex County multi-family homes for sale.
Browse multi-family homes for sale in Sussex County, New Jersey. Multi-family inventory here is a genuine niche, mostly older two-to-four-family houses in the county's established towns and boroughs, Newton, the historic county seat, Franklin and Ogdensburg in the old mining district, and Hopatcong near the lake, where a limited pool of investors and owner-occupants find income tied to workforce, seasonal, and student renters. Because Sussex is overwhelmingly a lake, mountain, and farm county of single-family homes, small-multi stock is scarce and older. For buyers who want rental income, house-hacking, or a long-term asset in the Skylands, the county offers a modest small-multi market, though every buyer should verify legal units and permits before purchasing.
Multi-family properties in Sussex County vary widely by town, condition, and unit count, from smaller two-family houses in Newton, Franklin, and Ogdensburg to larger buildings near the county's job centers, with income a niche and tied closely to workforce, seasonal, and student rental demand.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Sussex County multi-family 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 multi-family homes in Sussex County, verify the legal number of units with the municipality, confirm that well and septic capacity supports the unit count where there is no public water or sewer, review the rent roll and leases in writing, and budget for maintenance on older buildings, since a Newton workforce rental, a Franklin duplex, and a Hopatcong lake-area unit carry very different tenant bases, income, and condition in a niche market.
19 Properties Available In Sussex
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5 Beds 2 Baths 2,000 SqFt$419,900Active - 1/13 13
5 Beds 2 Baths 2,000 SqFt$419,900Active - 1/4 4
5 Beds 2 Baths 19,998 SqFt$399,000Active - 1/46 46
6 Beds 3 Baths 9,147 Sqft Lot$599,999Active74-76 Church St, Franklin Boro, NJ 07416
Listed by PRESTIGE PROPERTY GROUP MONTCLAIR
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/23 23
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,828 SqFt$399,900Active - 1/15 15
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 29,997 SqFt$499,900Active475 Us Highway 206, Frankford Twp., NJ 07860
Listed by REALTY EXECUTIVES EXCEPTIONAL
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/49 49
8 Beds 4 Baths 0.31 Acres Lot$749,900Under Contract108 NJ-23 S, Hamburg Boro, NJ 07419
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS PROSPERITY REALTY
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/30 30
5 Beds 3 Baths 1,628 SqFt$535,000Active - 1/23 23
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,498 SqFt$490,000Under Contract950 Mount Benevolence Rd, Stillwater Twp., NJ 07860
Listed by WEICHERT REALTORS
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/30 30
7 Beds 4.5 Baths 39,996 SqFt$849,000Under Contract - 1/30 30
2 Beds 3 Baths 19,998 SqFt$449,900Under Contract - 1/36 36
7 Beds 4 Baths 0.32 Acres Lot$655,000Under Contract119 Lakeside Blvd, Hopatcong Boro, NJ 07843
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/7 7
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,873 SqFt$899,000Active241-243 Us Highway 206, Stanhope Boro, NJ 07874
Listed by REALTY EXECUTIVES EXCEPTIONAL
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/40 40
4 Beds 2 Baths 3,920 Sqft Lot$439,900Under Contract - 1/40 40
4 Beds 2 Baths 1,820 SqFt$540,000Price Dropped by $5K21 A and 21B State Route183, Stanhope Boro, NJ 07874
Listed by RE/MAX HERITAGE PROPERTIES
Multi-Family, Commercial
- 1/15 15
4 Beds 2 Baths 5,227 Sqft Lot$469,900Active - 1/28 28
2 Beds 2 Baths 2,000 SqFt$349,900Active 
6 Beds 3 Baths 4,050 SqFt$615,000Under Contract- 1/4 4
3 Beds 2 Baths 8,712 Sqft Lot$325,000Under Contract
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02Explore Communities & Market
Where to buy a multi-family property in Sussex County.
Multi-family inventory in Sussex County concentrates in the older towns and boroughs rather than the lake communities or rural townships, and where you look depends on your income strategy and tenant base. Owner-occupants and value investors gravitate to Newton, the county seat, for older two-to-four-family houses near county services and Sussex County Community College; buyers targeting the mining-district towns look to Franklin and Ogdensburg; and lake-area buyers consider Hopatcong. Because most of the county is single-family, lakefront, and farm land, small-multi stock is limited, older, and rarely built new, which makes location, condition, and legal-unit verification essential. Compare the areas below before you choose.
Multi-family character varies by town. Newton offers older duplexes and small buildings near the historic Green, county services, Newton Medical Center, and Sussex County Community College, with workforce and student demand; Franklin and Ogdensburg offer attainable older two-to-four-family houses in the old zinc-mining district; and Hopatcong offers units near New Jersey's largest lake with a mix of year-round and seasonal demand. That range gives multi-family buyers a modest choice in tenant base and strategy, but because units are older and legal status varies, confirming permitted unit counts and rent rolls up front is critical in a county where multi-family is a true niche.
Because Sussex County multi-family is such a niche, buyers benefit from deciding early which tenant base they want to serve, workforce and student renters in Newton near county government, Newton Medical Center, and Sussex County Community College, established renters in Franklin and Ogdensburg, or a mix of year-round and seasonal renters near Lake Hopatcong, and then verifying that the specific building is fully legal, that its well and septic support the unit count, and that its rent roll and leases hold up in writing, since in a rural county where small-multi stock is scarce, the legality and infrastructure of a property matter as much as its location.
Income, tenants, and diligence for multi-family buyers in Sussex County.
Multi-family ownership in Sussex County is an income and wealth-building strategy in a market where such properties are scarce. An owner-occupant can live in one unit of a Newton or Franklin two-family and let a tenant offset the mortgage, and an investor can hold a small building near Newton's job centers or Hopatcong's lake. Each approach rests on a different tenant base, workforce renters near Newton and the county services, students at Sussex County Community College, or seasonal and year-round renters near the lake, and each requires understanding local rents, condition, and the legal status of every unit before buying.
For investors, the county's appeal is a modest but real tenant pool rather than a deep rental market. Newton draws workforce and student renters tied to county government, Newton Medical Center, and Sussex County Community College; Franklin and Ogdensburg hold established, attainable rental demand; and Hopatcong mixes year-round and seasonal tenants near the lake. That said, because multi-family is a niche here and much of the county has no public water or sewer, buyers should model realistic rents, vacancy, and maintenance, and confirm that older wells and septic systems are adequate for the number of units, rather than assume best-case numbers.
Day to day, multi-family ownership in Sussex County rewards diligence above all. Because the stock is older and small, buyers should budget for roofs, systems, and deferred maintenance, verify that every unit is legally permitted with the municipality, confirm that well and septic capacity supports the unit count in towns without public water or sewer, and confirm the rent roll and leases in writing. Proximity to Newton's job centers, the lakes, and Route 15 underpins the limited demand, and owners who screen tenants carefully, keep clear leases, and maintain their buildings can turn a Sussex County multi-family into a durable income asset in the Skylands.
Owners of Sussex County multi-family should plan around the county's niche, seasonal economy: because small-multi stock is scarce and demand rests on Newton's workforce and county-seat activity, students at Sussex County Community College, and a mix of year-round and seasonal renters near Lake Hopatcong, a well-located, fully legal two-to-four-family with adequate well and septic capacity can be a durable hold, but owners should keep realistic expectations on rents and vacancy in a rural county where multi-family is the exception rather than the rule, and where careful screening and clear leases matter as much as location.
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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 multi-family 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 multi-family market is a niche of older two-to-four-family houses in Newton, Franklin, Ogdensburg, and Hopatcong, with income tied to workforce renters near Newton, students at Sussex County Community College, and seasonal and year-round lake demand.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Sussex County, multi-family income and value stay strongest in Newton, the county seat, and the established mining-district towns of Franklin and Ogdensburg, where workforce, student, and year-round demand concentrate, though every property's value rests on verified legal units, adequate well and septic capacity, and a real rent roll. Because the county's small-multi stock is older, scarce, and rarely built new, buyers should model realistic rents, vacancy, and maintenance, confirm permitted unit counts and well and septic adequacy with the municipality, and review leases in writing before purchasing, so the income holds up under real-world conditions in a niche market. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a multi-family home in Sussex County.
- Workforce & student demandNewton draws workforce and student renters tied to county government, Newton Medical Center, and Sussex County Community College.
- Attainable older duplexesFranklin and Ogdensburg in the old mining district offer older two-to-four-family houses at attainable prices with established demand.
- House-hacking opportunityOwner-occupants can live in one unit of a Newton or Franklin two-family and let a tenant help offset the mortgage.
- Lake-area rental demandHopatcong offers units near New Jersey's largest lake with a mix of year-round and seasonal rental demand.
- A scarce niche assetBecause multi-family is rare in this lake-and-farm county, a well-located, legal small building can be a durable long-term hold.
Amenities & community overview.
A closer look at income, tenants, and diligence for multi-family 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.
Multi-family ownership in Sussex County rests on a scarce, niche market and careful diligence. Owner-occupants and value investors buy older duplexes in Newton, the historic county seat, near county services and Sussex County Community College; buyers targeting the old mining district look to Franklin and Ogdensburg; and lake-area buyers consider Hopatcong on New Jersey's largest lake. Because the stock is older, limited, and rarely built new, the buyers who succeed here verify that every unit is legally permitted with the municipality, confirm that well and septic capacity supports the unit count in towns without public water or sewer, confirm the rent roll and leases in writing, budget for maintenance on older systems, and model realistic rents and vacancy. Done with that diligence, a well-located Sussex County multi-family can generate steady income drawing on workforce, student, and lake demand in the Skylands.
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 multi-family home in Sussex County, NJ?
Multi-family prices vary widely by town, unit count, and condition, from smaller two-family houses in Newton, Franklin, and Ogdensburg to larger buildings near the county's job centers. Multi-family is a niche here. Call 888-327-6555 for current, property-specific figures.
Which Sussex County towns have the most multi-family homes?
Newton, Franklin, Ogdensburg, and Hopatcong hold most of the county's older two-to-four-family stock, with Newton, the county seat, offering the deepest workforce and student demand. The lake communities and rural townships have little multi-family inventory.
Is multi-family a good investment in Sussex County?
It can be, but it is a niche. Newton draws workforce and student renters tied to county government, Newton Medical Center, and Sussex County Community College, while Franklin, Ogdensburg, and Hopatcong offer smaller, older buildings. Buyers should confirm the rent roll, leases, and legal unit count. We can help you evaluate a property.
Can I live in one unit and rent the others in Sussex County?
Yes. House-hacking a two-family in Newton, Franklin, or Ogdensburg, living in one unit while a tenant helps offset the mortgage, is a common owner-occupant strategy. Financing and owner-occupancy rules apply, so we can help you plan.
What should I verify before buying a multi-family in Sussex County?
Confirm the legal number of permitted units with the municipality, verify that well and septic capacity supports the unit count where there is no public water or sewer, review the rent roll and leases in writing, inspect older systems and roofs, and model realistic rents, vacancy, and maintenance.
Who rents multi-family units in Sussex County?
Workforce renters tied to Newton's county government and Newton Medical Center, students at Sussex County Community College, established renters in Franklin and Ogdensburg, and a mix of year-round and seasonal tenants near Lake Hopatcong provide the county's limited demand.
Do multi-family homes in Sussex County have wells and septic?
Many do, especially outside Newton and the boroughs. Where there is no public water or sewer, buyers must confirm that the well and septic system is legally adequate for the number of units, since capacity limits how many units a property can support.
How competitive is the multi-family market in Sussex County?
Limited, since multi-family is a scarce niche in this lake-and-farm county. Well-located, legal buildings in Newton and the established towns hold their appeal, but inventory is thin and pricing varies by property and condition.
Is new multi-family construction available in Sussex County?
Rarely. New multi-family is very limited here, constrained by the NJ Highlands Act, rural infrastructure, and the lack of public water and sewer across much of the county, so nearly all small-multi stock is older and existing.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy a multi-family home in Sussex County?
Yes. We help multi-family buyers verify legal units, well and septic capacity, and rent rolls, and find the right building across Newton, Franklin, Ogdensburg, and Hopatcong in a niche market. Call 888-327-6555 to start.
Can Four Point Realty help me sell my multi-family home in Sussex County?
Yes. We market multi-family properties across the county with a listing fee starting at 1%*, professional photography, and pricing built on real, property-specific comparables and verified income. Request a free home value estimate to start.
What towns near Sussex County should multi-family buyers also consider?
Buyers sometimes compare Sussex against neighboring Morris, Warren, or Passaic County, which offer deeper multi-family and workforce-rental markets. We can help you weigh the trade-offs.
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