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WORCESTER, MA 01608

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01608

Arts District · Downtown Worcester · Green Island · Shrewsbury Street

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01608) currently shows 9 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 17 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 17 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 24.5% year-over-year, from $179,900 to $223,969.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,080  ·  Density: 4,073.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $41,319

Typical home value: $134,184  ·  Homeownership: 6.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 350% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$223,969
⇧ 24.5% vs $179,900 last year
Average Price
$239,015
⇧ 32.9% vs $179,900 last year
Days on Market
17
⇩ 5.6% vs 18 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$273
⇩ 24.2% vs $360/sqft last year
Median Home Size
961 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 17 now vs 18 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $223,969 (+24.5% YoY)
  • Average: $239,015 (+32.9% 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 9.2 miles — 129 listings ($72,379,411 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01608Worcester, MA 016080.0 mi4$1,220,584$219,950$305,146
01604Worcester, MA 016041.9 mi26$10,996,752$420,450$422,952
01609Worcester, MA 016092.2 mi14$8,784,258$634,900$627,447
01603Worcester, MA 016032.5 mi12$5,227,524$428,500$435,627
01606Worcester, MA 016063.6 mi11$6,025,613$559,900$547,783
01527Millbury, MA 015275.0 mi11$6,044,588$514,975$549,508
01520Holden, MA 015205.8 mi11$7,311,733$675,700$664,703
01524Leicester, MA 015246.1 mi4$1,777,508$427,475$444,377
01612Paxton, MA 016127.4 mi10$6,577,000$625,000$657,700
01519Grafton, MA 015197.6 mi7$5,104,526$662,425$729,218
01537North Oxford, MA 015378.3 mi4$1,362,284$324,450$340,571
01522Jefferson, MA 015229.0 mi2$1,149,800$574,900$574,900
01590Sutton, MA 015909.2 mi13$10,797,241$798,000$830,557

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01608?

As of March 2026, there are 9 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01608), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01608?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01608 is $223,969 as of March 2026, a 24.5% increase from $179,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01608 spend an average of 17 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 18 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01608?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01608 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 17 days on market compared to 18 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 01608 save an estimated $4,479 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $223,969. 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.