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STERLING, MA 01564

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Worcester County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 160% vs 5 last year
Pending
1
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$725,000
⇩ 51.6% vs $1,499,000 last year
Average Price
$747,746
⇩ 34.5% vs $1,141,590 last year
Days on Market
53
⇩ 24.3% vs 70 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,053  ·  Density: 101.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $131,058

Typical home value: $422,949  ·  Homeownership: 88.8%

Market Analysis

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

The STERLING, MA real estate market (01564) currently shows 13 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 51.6% year-over-year, from $1,499,000 to $725,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $725,000 (-51.6% YoY)
  • Average: $747,746 (-34.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.2 miles — 137 listings ($115,075,547 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01564Sterling, MA 015640.0 mi13$9,720,698$725,000$747,746
01583West Boylston, MA 015834.9 mi5$3,204,000$619,900$640,800
01523Lancaster, MA 015235.5 mi7$4,057,501$599,900$579,643
01505Boylston, MA 015056.4 mi5$3,594,900$742,500$718,980
01503Berlin, MA 015038.1 mi4$3,770,000$877,500$942,500
01740Bolton, MA 017408.5 mi9$10,587,150$814,950$1,176,350
01473Westminster, MA 0147310.1 mi12$9,724,440$825,000$810,370
01532Northborough, MA 0153210.4 mi18$20,976,984$842,500$1,165,388
01462Lunenburg, MA 0146210.6 mi15$10,754,985$679,900$716,999
01451Harvard, MA 0145110.8 mi10$13,860,440$754,900$1,386,044
01464Shirley, MA 0146411.2 mi11$4,568,069$434,900$415,279
01749Hudson, MA 0174912.1 mi24$17,823,048$619,999$742,627
01452Hubbardston, MA 0145212.2 mi4$2,433,332$587,000$608,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in STERLING, MA 01564?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in STERLING, MA (zip code 01564), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in STERLING, MA 01564?

The median listing price in STERLING, MA 01564 is $725,000 as of January 2026, a 51.6% decrease from $1,499,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in STERLING, MA 01564 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in STERLING, MA 01564?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, STERLING, MA 01564 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in STERLING, MA 01564 save an estimated $14,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $725,000. 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.