Cori Dunphy - Realtor

05/29/2026

Can I share a little real estate secret with you? 🤫
Everyone always asks me "when is the best time to sell?" And while spring gets ALL the glory — I'm going to tell you that RIGHT NOW, late May heading into June, might actually be one of the most underrated times to list your Monmouth County home. Here's why 👇
Buyers who missed out on spring listings are getting more aggressive. They are pre-approved. They are motivated. They are DONE waiting.
Meanwhile:
📦 Inventory is at just 1.6 months supply — well under the 3 months needed for a balanced market
🌺 Your home's curb appeal is literally at its annual peak right now
🏫 Families want to close and be settled BEFORE the new school year
🌞 Summer light makes every home photograph beautifully
Your home + low inventory + motivated buyers + great rates = a really powerful combination. 💪
I specialize in listing and marketing homes across Monmouth County and I would love to show you exactly what your home is worth in today's market — completely free, zero obligation, zero pressure. Just honest information so you can make the best decision for your family. ☕
Comment "VALUE" below and I'll reach out personally! 👇
📲 Or call/DM me anytime — corisellsnj.com

05/29/2026

🎉 Just Closed! 163 Seabreeze Ave, North Middletown, NJ

One block from Ideal Beach — and yes, it was every bit as charming as it sounds! This adorable beach bungalow found its perfect match, and I couldn't be more thrilled for everyone involved. 🌊🏡

Full transparency? This transaction tested my patience, my problem-solving skills, and probably my grey hair count. 😂 But thanks to an amazing buyer's agent who kept it professional and collaborative every step of the way, we got it DONE. That's what this business is all about!

If you've been thinking about what your home could sell for, or if you're ready to start your search — I'd love to have that conversation. No pressure, no pushy sales pitch, just honest advice and a lot of heart (and maybe a few laughs along the way).

Reach out anytime! I cover Monmouth, Middlesex & Ocean Counties in NJ — and I have trusted partners in Hilton Head/SC and South Florida too!

05/28/2026

Thinking about calling Marlboro, NJ home? 🏡 Let me tell you — as someone who lives, works, AND plays here, I may be just a little biased... but the data backs me up! 😄👇
✅ A community that actually feels like one ❤️
✅ Shopping, dining & everything in between — closer than you think
✅ Top-rated schools (seriously, they're the real deal)
✅Gorgeous, spacious neighborhoods with that perfect suburban vibe
✅ Easy access to the Parkway, GSP, Route 9 & 18 — because we like options 🚗
✅ Strong home values & a market that keeps delivering
✅ A community that actually feels like one ❤️
Marlboro isn't just a town on a map — it's a lifestyle. And after 20+ years of helping people buy and sell here in Monmouth County, I can tell you firsthand why buyers keep coming back to this one. 📍
Whether you're buying your first home, upsizing, downsizing, or just curious about what your home is worth in today's market — I've got you covered. No pressure, just good info and maybe a laugh or two along the way. 😂
👉 Comment MARLBORO below and let's chat about neighborhoods, market trends, or just what makes this town so special!
📲 DM me anytime — I'm always around (probably between soccer games or a Pilates class, but I WILL get back to you! ⚽🧘♀️)

05/27/2026

OK I need to address the elephant in the room. 🐘
Everyone is asking me: is the housing market going to crash?
And my answer is: put down the doomscroll and let me show you the actual data. 📊
I just published a full blog post breaking down everything — foreclosure numbers, delinquency rates, NJ-specific home prices and what it all actually means for buyers and sellers right here in Monmouth, Middlesex and Ocean Counties.
Spoiler: the NJ housing market is not crashing. It is adjusting. And there is a big difference. 🏡
👉 Read the full breakdown here. https://corisellsnj.com/real-estate-blog/is-the-nj-housing-market-going-to-crash-here-is-what-the-data-actually-says/

Drop your questions below — I love a good real estate reality check conversation!

05/27/2026

🙋♀️ Raise your hand if you've ever said "I would LOVE to have a place at the Shore but I could never afford it."
I see you. And I hear you. And I'm about to change your perspective. 😊🌊
Here's what a lot of people don't realize — people think it's unachievable to live at the Shore, like it's millions of dollars to own a house. But the area offers options for a wide range of budgets.
The truth? While iconic towns like Spring Lake and Sea Girt command million-dollar prices, there are hidden gems along the Jersey Shore where you can still find a home without sacrificing the beach lifestyle.
For buyers under $500K right now I'm finding:
🏠 Charming year-round homes minutes from the beach
🌊 Condos and townhomes with Shore access and low maintenance
☀️ Investment properties with strong short term rental potential
🏖️ Starter homes in towns most people overlook — that savvy buyers are snapping up
And here's the timing piece — late spring heading into summer is historically the most active time for Shore real estate. Families want to be settled before summer. Buyers who missed out on spring listings are getting more aggressive.
The window is RIGHT NOW. ⏰
I cover all of Monmouth County and the Jersey Shore towns and I would love to help you find something that actually fits your budget AND your beach dreams. 🌊
Drop "SHORE" in the comments and I'll reach out personally! 👇

📲 Or DM me anytime — corisellsnj.com

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Everybody who knows me knows this is my absolute favorite gift of the year. My mother and father-in-law has been treating me to beach badges, Oh my God for so long I don’t remember! They know Avon sitting on the beach is my absolute number 1 Happy place! thank you so much SheShe and pop pop❤️

05/26/2026

Thinking about calling Marlboro, NJ, home? 🏡 Let me tell you — as someone who lives, works, AND plays here, I may be just a little biased... but the data backs me up! 😄👇
✅ Strong home values & a market that keeps delivering
✅ Top-rated schools (seriously, they're the real deal)
✅ Gorgeous, spacious neighborhoods with that perfect suburban vibe
✅ Easy access to the Parkway, GSP, Route 9 & 18 — because we like options 🚗
✅ Shopping, dining & everything in between — closer than you think
✅ A community that actually feels like one ❤️
Marlboro isn't just a town on a map — it's a lifestyle. And after 20+ years of helping people buy and sell here in Monmouth County, I can tell you firsthand why buyers keep coming back to this one. 📍
Whether you're buying your first home, upsizing, downsizing, or just curious about what your home is worth in today's market, I've got you covered. No pressure, just good info and maybe a laugh or two along the way. 😂
👉 Comment MARLBORO below or call me 732-213-0325 and let's chat about neighborhoods, market trends, or just what makes this town so special!
📲 DM me anytime — I'm always around (probably between soccer games or a Pilates class, but I WILL get back to you! ⚽🧘♀️)

05/26/2026

☕ Okay friends — real talk for a second!
Did you know that home staging is hands down one of the most powerful tools a seller has in today's Monmouth County real estate market?
I am not talking about spending thousands of dollars on a professional staging company either — although that is always an option! I am talking about strategic, practical, affordable home staging secrets that make buyers walk through your door and immediately think — THIS IS THE ONE! 🏡
I just published a brand new blog called Home Staging Secrets in Monmouth County NJ, that makes buyers fall in Love — and honestly, it is one of my favorites I have ever written because this stuff WORKS and I have seen it work firsthand for over 20 years! 😄
Here is just a little taste of what is inside:
✨ The single most important home staging rule that most sellers ignore
🎨 Why neutralizing your home makes buyers fall harder and faster
☀️ How to use light to make every single room feel bigger and brighter
🛋️ The furniture secret that makes your rooms look larger instantly
🚪 Why your front door is the star of your entire home staging effort
🌸 The small finishing touches that cost almost nothing but mean everything
Whether you are listing next month or next year, this blog is going to change the way you look at your home — I promise! 😊
👉 Go read it now: https://corisellsnj.com/real-estate-blog/home-staging-monmouth-county-nj/

And as always, if you are curious about what your Monmouth County home is worth right now, I would love to put together a completely FREE Comparative Market Analysis for you! No obligation, no pressure, just honest information over coffee! ☕
📞 732-213-0325
📧 [email protected]
🌐 corisellsnj.com
Let's Get You Home — I'll Bring the Coffee ☕🏡

05/25/2026

Can I tell you something I genuinely love about my job? 🥰
Every single week I get to help people discover what I already know — that Monmouth County, New Jersey might just be the best place to live on the entire East Coast. Bold statement? Maybe. But hear me out. 😄
Here's what's actually happening in our market right now — real numbers, no fluff:
🏠 Median sale price hit $705,000 — up 3.7% from last year
⚡ Homes going under contract in just 30 days
📦 Only 1.6 months of housing supply — well under the 3 months needed for a balanced market
💪 Buyers who missed out on spring listings are getting more aggressive heading into summer
And the buyers coming here? The relocation wave from New York City and North Jersey into Monmouth County continues to be one of the biggest forces in this market. Finance, pharmaceutical, and biotech workers priced out of the city are choosing the Shore for the value, the lifestyle, and the commuter access.
Sure, rates are sitting around 6.65% right now — but you know what? Motivated buyers don't sit on the sidelines waiting for perfect rates. They find the right home and they move. And right now they are moving INTO Monmouth County in a big way. 🌊
Top rated schools. Beautiful neighborhoods. The Jersey Shore literally in your backyard. A commute to NYC that actually works. What's not to love? 😊
Whether you're thinking about buying your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or finally making that Shore dream a reality — I cover all of Monmouth County and I would LOVE to help.
Tag someone who needs to know about Monmouth County! 👇
📲 DM me or visit corisellsnj.com