Market Ranking · 2026-07-12
Top Probate & Estate Counties in New Jersey (2026)
657 verified probate and estate filings across 7 counties in New Jersey, ranked by filing volume. Sourced directly from public court dockets.
Probate, estate, and inherited property filings — court records created when a property owner passes away and the property must be distributed or sold. Heirs often need to sell quickly, especially if the property is out-of-state or needs significant repairs.
- 657 total probate and estate filings tracked across 7 counties
- Highest volume: Ocean County (373), Monmouth County (192), Middlesex County (38)
- Average median property value: $392,090
County rankings by probate & estate volume
| # | County | Filings | Med. Value | Absentee | Med. Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ocean County → Get leads | 373 | $259,641 | — | — |
| 2 | Monmouth County → Get leads | 192 | $628,300 | — | — |
| 3 | Middlesex County → Get leads | 38 | $194,250 | — | — |
| 4 | Bergen County | 28 | $530,250 | — | — |
| 5 | Cape May County | 15 | $303,000 | — | — |
| 6 | Mercer County | 7 | $437,100 | — | — |
| 7 | Atlantic County | 4 | — | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How many probate and estate filings are tracked in New Jersey?+
Keystone Court Data tracks 657 verified probate and estate filings across 7 New Jersey counties. Data is sourced directly from public court dockets and updated as new filings appear.
Which New Jersey county has the most probate and estate filings?+
Ocean County leads with 373 probate and estate filings. The median property value in these filings is $259,641. All data comes from public court records.
What is the typical property value in New Jersey probate and estate filings?+
Across 6 counties with assessor data, the average median property value in New Jersey probate and estate filings is $392,090. Values vary by county — from $194,250 to $628,300.
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