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SOMERVILLE, MA 02144

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 63.6% vs 11 last year
Pending
1
6% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,295,000
⇧ 0.7% vs $1,285,750 last year
Average Price
$1,279,527
⇩ 15.3% vs $1,509,930 last year
Days on Market
47
⇩ 16.1% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 25,022  ·  Density: 8,848.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $133,627

Typical home value: $951,566  ·  Homeownership: 36.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SOMERVILLE, MA real estate market (02144) currently shows 18 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 47 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.7% year-over-year, from $1,285,750 to $1,295,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 11 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,295,000 (+0.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,279,527 (-15.3% 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 4.2 miles — 232 listings ($358,401,234 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02144Somerville, MA 021440.0 mi18$23,031,486$1,295,000$1,279,527
02138Cambridge, MA 021381.6 mi18$67,775,994$1,549,500$3,765,333
02145Somerville, MA 021451.8 mi23$21,720,878$899,000$944,386
02474Arlington, MA 024742.2 mi13$17,540,679$1,470,000$1,349,283
02476Arlington, MA 024762.9 mi12$12,985,752$1,085,000$1,082,146
02134Allston, MA 021342.9 mi17$9,863,995$549,000$580,235
02142Cambridge, MA 021423.3 mi4$4,853,000$897,000$1,213,250
02471Watertown, MA 024713.5 mi1$669,000$669,000$669,000
02472Watertown, MA 024723.5 mi35$29,126,160$674,000$832,176
02215Boston, MA 022153.8 mi20$51,809,360$934,000$2,590,468
02148Malden, MA 021483.9 mi21$12,696,684$534,950$604,604
02446Brookline, MA 024464.0 mi33$81,314,871$2,550,000$2,464,087
02113Boston, MA 021134.2 mi17$25,013,375$1,336,500$1,471,375

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOMERVILLE, MA 02144?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in SOMERVILLE, MA (zip code 02144), compared to 11 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOMERVILLE, MA 02144?

The median listing price in SOMERVILLE, MA 02144 is $1,295,000 as of January 2026, a 0.7% increase from $1,285,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in SOMERVILLE, MA 02144 spend an average of 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOMERVILLE, MA 02144?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SOMERVILLE, MA 02144 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 47 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOMERVILLE, MA 02144 save an estimated $25,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,295,000. 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.