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Charlestown

CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Suffolk County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
20
⇩ 20% vs 25 last year
Pending
2
10% pending ratio
Median Price
$969,990
⇩ 1.8% vs $987,500 last year
Average Price
$1,175,460
⇩ 5.8% vs $1,247,534 last year
Days on Market
87
⇩ 2.2% vs 89 days last year

Market Context

Population: 19,832  ·  Density: 5,656.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $146,815

Typical home value: $916,200  ·  Homeownership: 48.2%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLESTOWN, MA real estate market (02129) currently shows 20 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.8% year-over-year, from $987,500 to $969,990.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 20 this year vs 25 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 89 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $969,990 (-1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,175,460 (-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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 3.7 miles — 420 listings ($846,808,947 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02129Charlestown, MA 021290.0 mi20$23,509,200$969,990$1,175,460
02109Boston, MA 021091.1 mi10$15,068,000$1,720,000$1,506,800
02141Cambridge, MA 021411.2 mi22$22,787,798$965,000$1,035,809
02110Boston, MA 021101.6 mi59$179,330,382$1,837,500$3,039,498
02145Somerville, MA 021451.7 mi23$21,720,878$899,000$944,386
02150Chelsea, MA 021501.9 mi26$12,189,112$482,450$468,812
02111Boston, MA 021112.0 mi31$56,847,831$1,197,000$1,833,801
02128East Boston, MA 021282.4 mi74$50,198,344$665,000$678,356
02199Boston, MA 021992.5 mi6$68,902,800$6,299,000$11,483,800
02118Boston, MA 021182.9 mi72$124,111,584$1,274,500$1,723,772
02115Boston, MA 021153.2 mi41$181,335,538$1,495,000$4,422,818
02144Somerville, MA 021443.4 mi18$23,031,486$1,295,000$1,279,527
02138Cambridge, MA 021383.7 mi18$67,775,994$1,549,500$3,765,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129?

As of January 2026, there are 20 active listings in CHARLESTOWN, MA (zip code 02129), compared to 25 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129?

The median listing price in CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129 is $969,990 as of January 2026, a 1.8% decrease from $987,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 89 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHARLESTOWN, MA 02129 save an estimated $19,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $969,990. 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.