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PEABODY, MA 01960

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Essex County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇧ 57.1% vs 14 last year
Pending
5
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$571,000
⇩ 18% vs $696,225 last year
Average Price
$596,749
⇩ 11% vs $670,630 last year
Days on Market
45
⇧ 40.6% vs 32 days last year

Market Context

Population: 54,057  ·  Density: 1,303.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,032

Typical home value: $513,639  ·  Homeownership: 65.3%

Market Analysis

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

The PEABODY, MA real estate market (01960) currently shows 22 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 45 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18% year-over-year, from $696,225 to $571,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 45 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $571,000 (-18% YoY)
  • Average: $596,749 (-11% 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 9.7 miles — 205 listings ($224,243,849 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01960Peabody, MA 019600.0 mi22$13,128,478$571,000$596,749
01923Danvers, MA 019233.0 mi16$14,361,024$599,000$897,564
01970Salem, MA 019703.8 mi39$28,668,432$629,900$735,088
01905Lynn, MA 019054.9 mi16$9,199,120$620,000$574,945
01901Lynn, MA 019015.2 mi4$1,525,900$379,000$381,475
01907Swampscott, MA 019075.2 mi20$18,085,060$639,950$904,253
01915Beverly, MA 019156.0 mi23$65,612,100$799,000$2,852,700
01984Wenham, MA 019846.5 mi5$10,788,000$2,335,000$2,157,600
01867Reading, MA 018676.8 mi19$20,304,616$912,000$1,068,664
01983Topsfield, MA 019837.3 mi6$5,683,350$899,900$947,225
01908Nahant, MA 019087.6 mi5$19,110,000$3,995,000$3,822,000
02148Malden, MA 021488.4 mi21$12,696,684$534,950$604,604
02149Everett, MA 021499.7 mi9$5,081,085$475,000$564,565

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PEABODY, MA 01960?

As of January 2026, there are 22 active listings in PEABODY, MA (zip code 01960), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PEABODY, MA 01960?

The median listing price in PEABODY, MA 01960 is $571,000 as of January 2026, a 18% decrease from $696,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in PEABODY, MA 01960 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PEABODY, MA 01960?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PEABODY, MA 01960 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 45 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PEABODY, MA 01960 save an estimated $11,420 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $571,000. 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.