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Downtown Lakeside West Side (The West Side)

READING, MA 01867

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01867

Downtown · Lakeside · West Side (The West Side)

Market Analysis

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

The READING, MA real estate market (01867) currently shows 27 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 21 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 21 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 12.5% year-over-year, from $844,950 to $950,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 25,443  ·  Density: 985.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $154,505

Typical home value: $714,998  ·  Homeownership: 83.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
⇧ 28.6% vs 21 last year
Pending
5
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$950,500
⇧ 12.5% vs $844,950 last year
Average Price
$1,022,202
⇧ 1.4% vs $1,007,888 last year
Days on Market
21
⇩ 12.5% vs 24 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$451
⇩ 0.4% vs $453/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,320 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 27 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 21 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $950,500 (+12.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,022,202 (+1.4% 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 9.1 miles — 275 listings ($237,348,677 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01867Reading, MA 018670.0 mi19$18,694,841$837,250$983,939
01864North Reading, MA 018643.3 mi22$16,431,272$628,700$746,876
01887Wilmington, MA 018873.5 mi13$8,236,878$649,500$633,606
02180Stoneham, MA 021804.2 mi16$11,797,040$576,950$737,315
02176Melrose, MA 021766.0 mi19$17,017,122$734,600$895,638
01906Saugus, MA 019066.6 mi12$11,108,940$786,950$925,745
01960Peabody, MA 019606.8 mi27$16,399,584$575,225$607,392
01821Billerica, MA 018217.5 mi18$11,625,516$687,000$645,862
02155Medford, MA 021557.7 mi53$45,957,307$870,000$867,119
01876Tewksbury, MA 018768.2 mi32$24,956,960$590,000$779,905
02474Arlington, MA 024748.3 mi11$13,464,044$1,378,000$1,224,004
01923Danvers, MA 019238.4 mi16$16,177,040$638,000$1,011,065
01730Bedford, MA 017309.1 mi17$25,482,133$1,406,000$1,498,949

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in READING, MA 01867?

As of March 2026, there are 27 active listings in READING, MA (zip code 01867), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in READING, MA 01867?

The median listing price in READING, MA 01867 is $950,500 as of March 2026, a 12.5% increase from $844,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in READING, MA 01867 spend an average of 21 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in READING, MA 01867?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, READING, MA 01867 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 21 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in READING, MA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in READING, MA 01867 save an estimated $19,010 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $950,500. 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.