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WORCESTER, MA 01605

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01605

Biotech Park · Booth Apartments Area · Forest Grove · Great Brook Valley Area · Indian Lake East · North Lincoln Street · Shrewsbury Street

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01605) currently shows 16 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 102 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 102 days on market compared to 5 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 29.2% year-over-year, from $376,250 to $485,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 30,590  ·  Density: 2,088.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,360

Typical home value: $291,085  ·  Homeownership: 30.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
16
⇧ 433.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
2
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$485,950
⇧ 29.2% vs $376,250 last year
Average Price
$479,558
⇧ 29.2% vs $371,238 last year
Days on Market
102
⇧ 1940% vs 5 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$311
⇧ 16.5% vs $267/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,417 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 16 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 102 now vs 5 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $485,950 (+29.2% YoY)
  • Average: $479,558 (+29.2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.8 miles — 201 listings ($120,885,597 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01605Worcester, MA 016050.0 mi19$9,274,128$485,000$488,112
01608Worcester, MA 016082.0 mi5$950,000$175,000$190,000
01604Worcester, MA 016042.9 mi22$10,177,090$440,000$462,595
01602Worcester, MA 016023.4 mi40$20,738,520$529,900$518,463
01603Worcester, MA 016034.3 mi15$6,324,810$402,450$421,654
01520Holden, MA 015204.6 mi10$6,073,000$589,000$607,300
01505Boylston, MA 015055.7 mi5$3,594,900$742,500$718,980
01527Millbury, MA 015276.8 mi10$5,886,750$586,975$588,675
01524Leicester, MA 015247.3 mi5$2,587,145$477,500$517,429
01532Northborough, MA 015327.6 mi18$20,976,984$842,500$1,165,388
01519Grafton, MA 015198.3 mi6$3,434,850$517,450$572,475
01581Westborough, MA 015819.0 mi25$21,446,925$649,000$857,877
01510Clinton, MA 015109.8 mi21$9,420,495$422,400$448,595

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01605?

As of February 2026, there are 16 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01605), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01605?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01605 is $485,950 as of February 2026, a 29.2% increase from $376,250 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WORCESTER, MA?

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01605 spend an average of 102 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 5 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01605?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01605 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 102 days on market compared to 5 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WORCESTER, MA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WORCESTER, MA 01605 save an estimated $9,719 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $485,950. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.