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WORCESTER, MA 01604

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇩ 24.1% vs 29 last year
Pending
5
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$440,000
⇩ 3.1% vs $453,950 last year
Average Price
$462,595
⇧ 0.7% vs $459,312 last year
Days on Market
51
⇧ 155% vs 20 days last year

Market Context

Population: 40,724  ·  Density: 2,370.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,823

Typical home value: $295,376  ·  Homeownership: 42.2%

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01604) currently shows 22 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 51 days on market compared to 20 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.1% year-over-year, from $453,950 to $440,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 29 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 20 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $440,000 (-3.1% YoY)
  • Average: $462,595 (+0.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.3 miles — 192 listings ($124,336,423 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01604Worcester, MA 016040.0 mi22$10,177,090$440,000$462,595
01607Worcester, MA 016072.0 mi5$2,787,900$440,000$557,580
01605Worcester, MA 016052.9 mi19$9,274,128$485,000$488,112
01609Worcester, MA 016093.9 mi16$10,363,840$634,900$647,740
01527Millbury, MA 015274.1 mi10$5,886,750$586,975$588,675
01602Worcester, MA 016024.4 mi40$20,738,520$529,900$518,463
01501Auburn, MA 015015.4 mi14$7,570,262$589,000$540,733
01560South Grafton, MA 015607.0 mi2$1,386,466$664,900$693,233
01505Boylston, MA 015057.7 mi5$3,594,900$742,500$718,980
01581Westborough, MA 015818.0 mi25$21,446,925$649,000$857,877
01532Northborough, MA 015328.0 mi18$20,976,984$842,500$1,165,388
01583West Boylston, MA 015838.3 mi5$3,204,000$619,900$640,800
01612Paxton, MA 016129.3 mi11$6,928,658$650,000$629,878

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01604?

As of January 2026, there are 22 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01604), compared to 29 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01604?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01604 is $440,000 as of January 2026, a 3.1% decrease from $453,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01604 spend an average of 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 20 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01604?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01604 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 51 days on market compared to 20 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 01604 save an estimated $8,800 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $440,000. 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.