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WORCESTER, MA 01609

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01609

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

Market Analysis

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

The WORCESTER, MA real estate market (01609) currently shows 53 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.3% year-over-year, from $638,650 to $610,975.

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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
53
⇧ 140.9% vs 22 last year
Pending
23
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$610,975
⇩ 4.3% vs $638,650 last year
Average Price
$577,032
⇩ 9% vs $633,962 last year
Days on Market
44
⇧ 29.4% vs 34 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$282
⇧ 8% vs $261/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,939 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 53 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 34 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $610,975 (-4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $577,032 (-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 9.8 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 June 2026, there are 53 active listings in WORCESTER, MA (zip code 01609), compared to 22 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WORCESTER, MA 01609 is $610,975 as of June 2026, a 4.3% decrease from $638,650 the prior year.

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

Homes in WORCESTER, MA 01609 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 34 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 June 2026, WORCESTER, MA 01609 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 34 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 $12,220 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $610,975. 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.