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WORCESTER, MA 01609

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01609

Arts District · Downtown Worcester · Elm Park · Forest Grove · West Tatnuck (Salisbury)

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01609) currently shows 22 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 20 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 20 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.7% year-over-year, from $562,450 to $617,050.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,256  ·  Density: 2,404.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,246

Typical home value: $390,600  ·  Homeownership: 40.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇧ 46.7% vs 15 last year
Pending
4
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$617,050
⇧ 9.7% vs $562,450 last year
Average Price
$556,552
⇧ 5.8% vs $526,252 last year
Days on Market
20
⇧ 33.3% vs 15 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$279
⇩ 11.7% vs $316/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,901 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 20 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $617,050 (+9.7% YoY)
  • Average: $556,552 (+5.8% 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 — 186 listings ($112,924,660 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01609Worcester, MA 016090.0 mi14$8,784,258$634,900$627,447
01605Worcester, MA 016052.1 mi16$7,672,928$485,950$479,558
01606Worcester, MA 016062.5 mi11$6,025,613$559,900$547,783
01603Worcester, MA 016033.0 mi12$5,227,524$428,500$435,627
01604Worcester, MA 016043.9 mi26$10,996,752$420,450$422,952
01524Leicester, MA 015245.3 mi4$1,777,508$427,475$444,377
01545Shrewsbury, MA 015455.8 mi37$32,920,380$769,544$889,740
01583West Boylston, MA 015836.2 mi6$4,267,320$690,000$711,220
01527Millbury, MA 015277.0 mi11$6,044,588$514,975$549,508
01505Boylston, MA 015057.3 mi5$5,419,340$767,425$1,083,868
01562Spencer, MA 015628.8 mi12$5,960,748$464,925$496,729
01519Grafton, MA 015199.7 mi7$5,104,526$662,425$729,218
01543Rutland, MA 015439.8 mi25$12,723,175$498,000$508,927

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WORCESTER, MA 01609?

As of April 2026, there are 22 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01609), compared to 15 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WORCESTER, MA 01609?

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01609 is $617,050 as of April 2026, a 9.7% increase from $562,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01609 spend an average of 20 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WORCESTER, MA 01609?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01609 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 20 days on market compared to 15 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 01609 save an estimated $12,341 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $617,050. 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.