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CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇩ 25% vs 24 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,549,500
⇩ 29.5% vs $2,198,000 last year
Average Price
$3,765,333
⇧ 12.7% vs $3,339,958 last year
Days on Market
97
⇩ 4.9% vs 102 days last year

Market Context

Population: 38,006  ·  Density: 5,358.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $118,320

Typical home value: $1,056,540  ·  Homeownership: 38.9%

Market Analysis

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

The CAMBRIDGE, MA real estate market (02138) currently shows 18 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 97 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 97 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 29.5% year-over-year, from $2,198,000 to $1,549,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 24 last year
  • Days on market: 97 now vs 102 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,549,500 (-29.5% YoY)
  • Average: $3,765,333 (+12.7% 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 — 271 listings ($490,227,104 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02138Cambridge, MA 021380.0 mi18$67,775,994$1,549,500$3,765,333
02134Allston, MA 021341.5 mi17$9,863,995$549,000$580,235
02143Somerville, MA 021431.9 mi15$16,832,490$859,050$1,122,166
02471Watertown, MA 024712.2 mi1$669,000$669,000$669,000
02135Brighton, MA 021352.3 mi69$51,933,195$699,000$752,655
02478Belmont, MA 024782.6 mi13$25,300,600$1,249,500$1,946,200
02141Cambridge, MA 021412.7 mi22$22,787,798$965,000$1,035,809
02142Cambridge, MA 021422.9 mi4$4,853,000$897,000$1,213,250
02476Arlington, MA 024763.2 mi12$12,985,752$1,085,000$1,082,146
02458Newton, MA 024583.3 mi15$22,325,505$1,300,000$1,488,367
02199Boston, MA 021993.5 mi6$68,902,800$6,299,000$11,483,800
02114Boston, MA 021143.6 mi47$99,486,639$1,144,000$2,116,737
02445Brookline, MA 024453.7 mi32$86,510,336$2,095,000$2,703,448

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in CAMBRIDGE, MA (zip code 02138), compared to 24 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138?

The median listing price in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 is $1,549,500 as of January 2026, a 29.5% decrease from $2,198,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 spend an average of 97 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 102 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 97 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 save an estimated $30,990 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,549,500. 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.