Glassboro is a Gloucester County borough best known as the home of Rowan University, and it has a mix of older in-town homes, condo-style units and newer 1990s-and-later neighborhoods. I'm Jerry Mac with Keller Williams Realty, and I've helped South Jersey buyers and sellers for 23 years. Here is what living in Glassboro looks like, using closed-sale numbers from Bright MLS.
Figures below are dated and come from Bright MLS and public sources. Prices move month to month, so ask me for a current look before you make a decision.
What do homes cost in Glassboro?
| Measure | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Closed residential sales | 164 | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
| Median closed price | $375,000 | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
| Average closed price | About $376,967 | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
| Closed price range | $152,000 to $590,000 | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
| Median list price | $365,000 | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
| Median days on market | 17 days (average 39) | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
| Median sale-to-list ratio | 100% | Bright MLS, 11/2025 to 11/2026 |
About 46 percent of Glassboro homes (75 of 164) sold above list price, 23 percent (37) sold at list and 32 percent (52) sold under list. The typical closed home had about 1,700 square feet and was built around 1990. The lower end of the range includes small older homes and smaller two-bedroom units, while the top end is made up of four-bedroom homes from the 1990s and 2010s. Because the market spans such a wide range, always compare a specific home to similar ones, not to the median.
What are property taxes in Glassboro?
For 2025, the NJ Division of Taxation lists Glassboro Borough with a general tax rate of 3.637 and an effective tax rate of 2.341. The general rate is applied to assessed value, while the effective rate adjusts for how local assessments compare to market value. Your actual bill depends on the home's assessment, so check the specific address. I'm not an accountant, so talk to yours about how taxes fit your budget and your deductions. The state's Division of Taxation also lists relief programs such as ANCHOR.
Schools
Glassboro Public Schools serve students from pre-K through grade 12, with Glassboro High School as the district's high school. According to the NJ Department of Education, the district also takes part in the state's school choice program for grades 7 to 12, with academy programs run in partnership with Rowan University. Program details change by year, so confirm school assignment and choice availability with the district before you buy.
Rowan University and daily life
Rowan University is a public research university in Glassboro, so expect student activity near campus. If you are buying near campus, ask me how that may affect noise, parking and resale, and if you are an investor, ask about local rental rules before you commit.
Commute
Glassboro is about 18 miles southeast of Center City Philadelphia. Most residents drive, using Route 55 north to Route 42 and I-295, then the Walt Whitman Bridge or I-676. Test the drive at the time you would actually travel, since rush hour on Route 42 and the bridges is the variable.
Who Glassboro fits
- Buyers who want a lower entry price than much of Camden County and are willing to take an older home or a condo-style unit.
- Buyers who want a 1990s or newer home on a standard lot at a price below the countywide high end.
- Faculty, staff and families who want to be near Rowan.
- Commuters who can handle the drive up Route 55 and Route 42.
Compare it with its neighbors in my Gloucester County guide, and if you are coming from North Jersey or New York, see my notes on moving to South Jersey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Glassboro, NJ?
From Bright MLS closed sales between November 2025 and November 2026, the median closed price in Glassboro was $375,000 on 164 residential sales. Prices range widely by home type and age.
What are property taxes in Glassboro?
For 2025 the NJ Division of Taxation lists a general tax rate of 3.637 and an effective rate of 2.341 for Glassboro Borough. Your actual bill depends on the assessed value of the home.
Talk to a local agent
Thinking about buying or selling in Glassboro? Call or text Jerry Mac at 856-220-1874 or visit www.southjerseyrealty.com and I'll pull current listings and numbers for you.