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WORCESTER, MA 01605

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇧ 375% vs 4 last year
Pending
3
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$485,000
⇧ 7.8% vs $449,900 last year
Average Price
$488,112
⇧ 3.5% vs $471,633 last year
Days on Market
90
⇧ 36.4% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 30,590  ·  Density: 2,088.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,360

Typical home value: $291,085  ·  Homeownership: 30.0%

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01605) currently shows 19 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 90 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 90 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.8% year-over-year, from $449,900 to $485,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 90 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $485,000 (+7.8% YoY)
  • Average: $488,112 (+3.5% 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 9.8 miles — 201 listings ($120,885,597 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01605Worcester, MA 016050.0 mi19$9,274,128$485,000$488,112
01608Worcester, MA 016082.0 mi5$950,000$175,000$190,000
01604Worcester, MA 016042.9 mi22$10,177,090$440,000$462,595
01602Worcester, MA 016023.4 mi40$20,738,520$529,900$518,463
01603Worcester, MA 016034.3 mi15$6,324,810$402,450$421,654
01520Holden, MA 015204.6 mi10$6,073,000$589,000$607,300
01505Boylston, MA 015055.7 mi5$3,594,900$742,500$718,980
01527Millbury, MA 015276.8 mi10$5,886,750$586,975$588,675
01524Leicester, MA 015247.3 mi5$2,587,145$477,500$517,429
01532Northborough, MA 015327.6 mi18$20,976,984$842,500$1,165,388
01519Grafton, MA 015198.3 mi6$3,434,850$517,450$572,475
01581Westborough, MA 015819.0 mi25$21,446,925$649,000$857,877
01510Clinton, MA 015109.8 mi21$9,420,495$422,400$448,595

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01605?

As of January 2026, there are 19 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01605), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01605?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01605 is $485,000 as of January 2026, a 7.8% increase from $449,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01605 spend an average of 90 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01605?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01605 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 90 days on market compared to 66 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 01605 save an estimated $9,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $485,000. 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.