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WORCESTER, MA 01606

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Worcester County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01606

Burncoat · Forest Grove · Greendale · Indian Hill · Indian Lake East · North Lincoln Street

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01606) currently shows 17 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 9 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 11 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.5% year-over-year, from $429,925 to $492,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 22,636  ·  Density: 1,459.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,640

Typical home value: $302,528  ·  Homeownership: 65.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇩ 19% vs 21 last year
Pending
7
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$492,450
⇧ 14.5% vs $429,925 last year
Average Price
$508,470
⇧ 9.7% vs $463,532 last year
Days on Market
9
⇩ 18.2% vs 11 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$295
⇩ 6.3% vs $315/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,556 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 9 now vs 11 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $492,450 (+14.5% YoY)
  • Average: $508,470 (+9.7% 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
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 — 154 listings ($109,359,560 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01606Worcester, MA 016060.0 mi11$6,025,613$559,900$547,783
01609Worcester, MA 016092.5 mi14$8,784,258$634,900$627,447
01608Worcester, MA 016083.6 mi4$1,220,584$219,950$305,146
01583West Boylston, MA 015834.0 mi6$4,267,320$690,000$711,220
01545Shrewsbury, MA 015454.6 mi37$32,920,380$769,544$889,740
01505Boylston, MA 015054.8 mi5$5,419,340$767,425$1,083,868
01607Worcester, MA 016076.0 mi4$2,426,560$624,950$606,640
01612Paxton, MA 016126.9 mi10$6,577,000$625,000$657,700
01524Leicester, MA 015247.7 mi4$1,777,508$427,475$444,377
01501Auburn, MA 015018.5 mi13$7,791,225$582,975$599,325
01510Clinton, MA 015108.7 mi19$8,908,872$444,675$468,888
01503Berlin, MA 015039.5 mi2$987,450$493,725$493,725
01581Westborough, MA 015819.8 mi25$22,253,450$624,384$890,138

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01606?

As of April 2026, there are 17 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01606), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01606?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01606 is $492,450 as of April 2026, a 14.5% increase from $429,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01606 spend an average of 9 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 11 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01606?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01606 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 11 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 01606 save an estimated $9,849 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $492,450. 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.