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MALDEN, MA 02148

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Middlesex County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02148

Cliftondale · Edgeworth · Faulkner · Fells · Ferryway · Forestdale · Franklin Park · Linden · Maplewood · North Medford (Fulton Heights) · Oak Grove · Oak Grove (Pine Banks) · Wellington (East Medford) · West End

Market Analysis

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

The MALDEN, MA real estate market (02148) currently shows 31 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 18 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 10 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3% year-over-year, from $561,950 to $544,998.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 65,463  ·  Density: 5,009.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,295

Typical home value: $566,178  ·  Homeownership: 42.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇧ 55% vs 20 last year
Pending
10
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$544,998
⇩ 3% vs $561,950 last year
Average Price
$619,167
⇧ 10.5% vs $560,238 last year
Days on Market
18
⇧ 80% vs 10 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$451
⇩ 7.4% vs $487/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,459 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 18 now vs 10 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $544,998 (-3% YoY)
  • Average: $619,167 (+10.5% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.1 miles — 244 listings ($371,629,102 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02148Malden, MA 021480.0 mi14$8,651,020$572,147$617,930
02176Melrose, MA 021761.7 mi19$17,017,122$734,600$895,638
02150Chelsea, MA 021502.7 mi19$8,782,845$470,000$462,255
02145Somerville, MA 021453.1 mi18$18,285,876$934,000$1,015,882
01906Saugus, MA 019063.5 mi12$11,108,940$786,950$925,745
02144Somerville, MA 021443.9 mi16$20,704,224$1,304,725$1,294,014
02141Cambridge, MA 021414.3 mi33$31,966,473$948,250$968,681
02113Boston, MA 021134.5 mi16$24,558,640$1,399,000$1,534,915
02140Cambridge, MA 021404.6 mi12$13,936,116$920,750$1,161,343
01890Winchester, MA 018904.8 mi24$52,644,360$2,148,000$2,193,515
01905Lynn, MA 019054.9 mi13$7,562,386$606,225$581,722
01880Wakefield, MA 018805.1 mi22$18,229,134$739,900$828,597
02108Boston, MA 021085.1 mi26$138,181,966$5,535,000$5,314,691

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MALDEN, MA 02148?

As of April 2026, there are 31 active listings in MALDEN, MA (zip code 02148), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MALDEN, MA 02148?

The median listing price in MALDEN, MA 02148 is $544,998 as of April 2026, a 3% decrease from $561,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in MALDEN, MA 02148 spend an average of 18 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 10 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MALDEN, MA 02148?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, MALDEN, MA 02148 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 10 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MALDEN, MA 02148 save an estimated $10,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $544,998. 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.