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WORCESTER, MA 01603

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01603

Cider Mill · College Hill · Columbus Park · Hadwen Park · South Worcester · Webster Square

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01603) currently shows 30 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 19 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 19 days on market compared to 22 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.2% year-over-year, from $429,000 to $419,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,678  ·  Density: 1,762.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,797

Typical home value: $265,830  ·  Homeownership: 50.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇧ 42.9% vs 21 last year
Pending
14
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$419,500
⇩ 2.2% vs $429,000 last year
Average Price
$421,078
⇧ 0.8% vs $417,580 last year
Days on Market
19
⇩ 13.6% vs 22 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$293
⇩ 0.3% vs $294/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,404 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 19 now vs 22 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $419,500 (-2.2% YoY)
  • Average: $421,078 (+0.8% 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 — 181 listings ($115,042,847 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01603Worcester, MA 016030.0 mi12$5,227,524$428,500$435,627
01602Worcester, MA 016022.0 mi37$18,945,480$539,950$512,040
01607Worcester, MA 016073.0 mi4$2,426,560$624,950$606,640
01501Auburn, MA 015013.2 mi13$7,791,225$582,975$599,325
01604Worcester, MA 016043.9 mi26$10,996,752$420,450$422,952
01542Rochdale, MA 015424.4 mi2$1,100,000$550,000$550,000
01606Worcester, MA 016065.4 mi11$6,025,613$559,900$547,783
01612Paxton, MA 016126.4 mi10$6,577,000$625,000$657,700
01545Shrewsbury, MA 015457.1 mi37$32,920,380$769,544$889,740
01536North Grafton, MA 015367.8 mi6$5,171,484$791,925$861,914
01590Sutton, MA 015908.9 mi13$10,797,241$798,000$830,557
01583West Boylston, MA 015839.3 mi6$4,267,320$690,000$711,220
01560South Grafton, MA 015609.8 mi4$2,796,268$659,900$699,067

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01603?

As of May 2026, there are 30 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01603), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01603?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01603 is $419,500 as of May 2026, a 2.2% decrease from $429,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01603 spend an average of 19 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 22 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01603?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of May 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01603 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 19 days on market compared to 22 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 01603 save an estimated $8,390 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $419,500. 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.