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CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02138

Agassiz · Avon Hill · Cambridge Highlands · Central Square · Harvard Square · Huron Village · Larchwood · Mid Cambridge · Porter Square · Riverside · Strawberry Hill · West Cambridge (Huron Village)

Market Analysis

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

The CAMBRIDGE, MA real estate market (02138) currently shows 27 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 31 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 31 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.1% year-over-year, from $1,815,000 to $1,523,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,006  ·  Density: 5,358.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $118,320

Typical home value: $1,056,540  ·  Homeownership: 38.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
vs 27 last year
Pending
3
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,523,000
⇩ 16.1% vs $1,815,000 last year
Average Price
$3,004,032
⇧ 3.7% vs $2,898,104 last year
Days on Market
31
⇧ 24% vs 25 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$924
⇩ 1.7% vs $940/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,832 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 31 now vs 25 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,523,000 (-16.1% YoY)
  • Average: $3,004,032 (+3.7% 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 3.7 miles — 271 listings ($490,227,104 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02138Cambridge, MA 021380.0 mi18$67,775,994$1,549,500$3,765,333
02134Allston, MA 021341.5 mi17$9,863,995$549,000$580,235
02143Somerville, MA 021431.9 mi15$16,832,490$859,050$1,122,166
02471Watertown, MA 024712.2 mi1$669,000$669,000$669,000
02135Brighton, MA 021352.3 mi69$51,933,195$699,000$752,655
02478Belmont, MA 024782.6 mi13$25,300,600$1,249,500$1,946,200
02141Cambridge, MA 021412.7 mi22$22,787,798$965,000$1,035,809
02142Cambridge, MA 021422.9 mi4$4,853,000$897,000$1,213,250
02476Arlington, MA 024763.2 mi12$12,985,752$1,085,000$1,082,146
02458Newton, MA 024583.3 mi15$22,325,505$1,300,000$1,488,367
02199Boston, MA 021993.5 mi6$68,902,800$6,299,000$11,483,800
02114Boston, MA 021143.6 mi47$99,486,639$1,144,000$2,116,737
02445Brookline, MA 024453.7 mi32$86,510,336$2,095,000$2,703,448

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138?

As of February 2026, there are 27 active listings in CAMBRIDGE, MA (zip code 02138), compared to 27 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138?

The median listing price in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 is $1,523,000 as of February 2026, a 16.1% decrease from $1,815,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 spend an average of 31 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 CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 31 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 save an estimated $30,460 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,523,000. 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.