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MANCHESTER, MA 01944

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 40% vs 10 last year
Pending
1
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$4,250,000
⇧ 89.1% vs $2,247,500 last year
Average Price
$6,669,857
⇧ 75.4% vs $3,803,600 last year
Days on Market
125
⇧ 6.8% vs 117 days last year

Market Context

Population: 5,386  ·  Density: 225.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $209,052

Typical home value: $1,001,410  ·  Homeownership: 77.2%

Market Analysis

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

The MANCHESTER, MA real estate market (01944) currently shows 6 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 125 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 125 days on market compared to 117 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 89.1% year-over-year, from $2,247,500 to $4,250,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 10 last year
  • Days on market: 125 now vs 117 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $4,250,000 (+89.1% YoY)
  • Average: $6,669,857 (+75.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.5 miles — 181 listings ($284,232,930 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01944Manchester, MA 019440.0 mi6$40,019,142$4,250,000$6,669,857
01915Beverly, MA 019155.0 mi23$65,612,100$799,000$2,852,700
01982South Hamilton, MA 019825.5 mi7$8,986,719$924,950$1,283,817
01945Marblehead, MA 019457.5 mi22$44,491,876$1,150,000$2,022,358
01970Salem, MA 019708.3 mi39$28,668,432$629,900$735,088
01923Danvers, MA 019239.2 mi16$14,361,024$599,000$897,564
01907Swampscott, MA 0190710.2 mi20$18,085,060$639,950$904,253
01969Rowley, MA 0196911.5 mi7$7,185,997$775,000$1,026,571
01904Lynn, MA 0190412.1 mi14$7,405,300$579,900$528,950
01949Middleton, MA 0194912.7 mi13$17,735,380$1,139,950$1,364,260
01908Nahant, MA 0190813.3 mi5$19,110,000$3,995,000$3,822,000
01951Newbury, MA 0195114.2 mi5$5,298,000$999,000$1,059,600
01921Boxford, MA 0192114.5 mi4$7,273,900$1,714,500$1,818,475

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MANCHESTER, MA 01944?

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in MANCHESTER, MA (zip code 01944), compared to 10 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MANCHESTER, MA 01944?

The median listing price in MANCHESTER, MA 01944 is $4,250,000 as of January 2026, a 89.1% increase from $2,247,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in MANCHESTER, MA 01944 spend an average of 125 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 117 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MANCHESTER, MA 01944?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MANCHESTER, MA 01944 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 125 days on market compared to 117 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MANCHESTER, MA 01944 save an estimated $85,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $4,250,000. 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.