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DORCHESTER, MA 02125

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02125

Bowdoin North (Mt Bowdoin) · Brunswick King (Dudley) · Columbia Point (Columbia Pt) · Dorchester · Dorchester North · North Dorchester · Roxbury · Uphams Corner (Jones Hill)

Market Analysis

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

The DORCHESTER, MA real estate market (02125) currently shows 24 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 34 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 34 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.6% year-over-year, from $678,750 to $640,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 31,903  ·  Density: 5,681.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,983

Typical home value: $633,880  ·  Homeownership: 35.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
24
⇩ 4% vs 25 last year
Pending
1
4% pending ratio
Median Price
$640,500
⇩ 5.6% vs $678,750 last year
Average Price
$680,430
⇧ 0.3% vs $678,458 last year
Days on Market
34
⇧ 36% vs 25 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$574
⇩ 1.5% vs $583/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,193 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 24 this year vs 25 last year
  • Days on market: 34 now vs 25 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $640,500 (-5.6% YoY)
  • Average: $680,430 (+0.3% 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 4.0 miles — 384 listings ($828,814,579 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02125Dorchester, MA 021250.0 mi27$18,504,261$639,000$685,343
02127South Boston, MA 021271.6 mi70$77,732,060$1,099,000$1,110,458
02118Boston, MA 021181.7 mi72$124,111,584$1,274,500$1,723,772
02124Dorchester Center, MA 021242.2 mi27$16,109,550$579,500$596,650
02210Boston, MA 022102.4 mi43$165,340,289$2,175,000$3,845,123
02171Quincy, MA 021712.5 mi17$17,174,148$787,400$1,010,244
02115Boston, MA 021152.6 mi41$181,335,538$1,495,000$4,422,818
02108Boston, MA 021082.9 mi28$169,796,872$5,995,000$6,064,174
02130Jamaica Plain, MA 021303.1 mi29$29,778,969$785,000$1,026,861
02126Mattapan, MA 021263.3 mi12$5,812,308$479,900$484,359
02109Boston, MA 021093.4 mi10$15,068,000$1,720,000$1,506,800
02142Cambridge, MA 021423.5 mi4$4,853,000$897,000$1,213,250
02170Quincy, MA 021704.0 mi4$3,198,000$799,500$799,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DORCHESTER, MA 02125?

As of February 2026, there are 24 active listings in DORCHESTER, MA (zip code 02125), compared to 25 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DORCHESTER, MA 02125?

The median listing price in DORCHESTER, MA 02125 is $640,500 as of February 2026, a 5.6% decrease from $678,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in DORCHESTER, MA 02125 spend an average of 34 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 25 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DORCHESTER, MA 02125?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, DORCHESTER, MA 02125 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 34 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DORCHESTER, MA 02125 save an estimated $12,810 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $640,500. 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.