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WORCESTER, MA 01602

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Worcester County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01602

Cider Mill · Columbus Park · Elm Park · Tatnuck · West Tatnuck (Salisbury)

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01602) currently shows 32 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 199 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 199 days on market compared to 23 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 19.1% year-over-year, from $589,900 to $477,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 25,869  ·  Density: 1,713.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,128

Typical home value: $348,696  ·  Homeownership: 61.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
32
⇧ 100% vs 16 last year
Pending
3
9% pending ratio
Median Price
$477,000
⇩ 19.1% vs $589,900 last year
Average Price
$481,642
⇩ 26.2% vs $652,412 last year
Days on Market
199
⇧ 765.2% vs 23 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$340
⇧ 27.3% vs $267/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,267 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 32 this year vs 16 last year
  • Days on market: 199 now vs 23 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $477,000 (-19.1% YoY)
  • Average: $481,642 (-26.2% 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 10.8 miles — 148 listings ($79,907,890 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01602Worcester, MA 016020.0 mi37$18,945,480$539,950$512,040
01603Worcester, MA 016032.0 mi12$5,227,524$428,500$435,627
01610Worcester, MA 016102.7 mi5$1,869,085$385,000$373,817
01524Leicester, MA 015243.9 mi4$1,777,508$427,475$444,377
01607Worcester, MA 016074.4 mi4$2,426,560$624,950$606,640
01520Holden, MA 015204.5 mi11$7,311,733$675,700$664,703
01501Auburn, MA 015015.2 mi13$7,791,225$582,975$599,325
01527Millbury, MA 015276.7 mi11$6,044,588$514,975$549,508
01562Spencer, MA 015627.5 mi12$5,960,748$464,925$496,729
01522Jefferson, MA 015227.6 mi2$1,149,800$574,900$574,900
01536North Grafton, MA 015368.5 mi6$5,171,484$791,925$861,914
01543Rutland, MA 015439.8 mi25$12,723,175$498,000$508,927
01540Oxford, MA 0154010.8 mi6$3,508,980$539,975$584,830

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01602?

As of March 2026, there are 32 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01602), compared to 16 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01602?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01602 is $477,000 as of March 2026, a 19.1% decrease from $589,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01602 spend an average of 199 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 23 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01602?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01602 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 199 days on market compared to 23 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 01602 save an estimated $9,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $477,000. 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.