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WORCESTER, MA 01608

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 150% vs 2 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$175,000
⇩ 6% vs $186,224 last year
Average Price
$190,000
⇧ 2% vs $186,224 last year
Days on Market
46
⇩ 4.2% vs 48 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01608) currently shows 5 active listings. Homes are averaging 46 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6% year-over-year, from $186,224 to $175,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $175,000 (-6% YoY)
  • Average: $190,000 (+2% 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 9.2 miles — 145 listings ($80,709,266 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01608Worcester, MA 016080.0 mi5$950,000$175,000$190,000
01604Worcester, MA 016041.9 mi22$10,177,090$440,000$462,595
01609Worcester, MA 016092.2 mi16$10,363,840$634,900$647,740
01603Worcester, MA 016032.5 mi15$6,324,810$402,450$421,654
01606Worcester, MA 016063.6 mi17$8,812,324$517,000$518,372
01527Millbury, MA 015275.0 mi10$5,886,750$586,975$588,675
01520Holden, MA 015205.8 mi10$6,073,000$589,000$607,300
01524Leicester, MA 015246.1 mi5$2,587,145$477,500$517,429
01612Paxton, MA 016127.4 mi11$6,928,658$650,000$629,878
01519Grafton, MA 015197.6 mi6$3,434,850$517,450$572,475
01537North Oxford, MA 015378.3 mi3$1,119,699$239,900$373,233
01522Jefferson, MA 015229.0 mi5$2,733,000$569,450$546,600
01590Sutton, MA 015909.2 mi20$15,318,100$735,000$765,905

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 5 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 $175,000 as of January 2026, a 6% decrease from $186,224 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01608 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 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 January 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01608 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 48 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 $3,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $175,000. 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.