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MALDEN, MA 02148

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
21
⇧ 75% vs 12 last year
Pending
2
10% pending ratio
Median Price
$534,950
⇧ 13% vs $473,612 last year
Average Price
$604,604
⇧ 9.3% vs $553,113 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 518.2% vs 11 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The MALDEN, MA real estate market (02148) currently shows 21 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 11 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13% year-over-year, from $473,612 to $534,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 21 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 11 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $534,950 (+13% YoY)
  • Average: $604,604 (+9.3% 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 5.1 miles — 270 listings ($411,313,514 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02148Malden, MA 021480.0 mi21$12,696,684$534,950$604,604
02176Melrose, MA 021761.7 mi24$26,994,840$849,900$1,124,785
02150Chelsea, MA 021502.7 mi26$12,189,112$482,450$468,812
02145Somerville, MA 021453.1 mi23$21,720,878$899,000$944,386
01906Saugus, MA 019063.5 mi20$16,183,900$729,000$809,195
02144Somerville, MA 021443.9 mi18$23,031,486$1,295,000$1,279,527
02141Cambridge, MA 021414.3 mi22$22,787,798$965,000$1,035,809
02113Boston, MA 021134.5 mi17$25,013,375$1,336,500$1,471,375
02140Cambridge, MA 021404.6 mi13$13,729,300$895,000$1,056,100
01890Winchester, MA 018904.8 mi25$40,422,375$1,537,000$1,616,895
01905Lynn, MA 019054.9 mi16$9,199,120$620,000$574,945
01880Wakefield, MA 018805.1 mi17$17,547,774$884,450$1,032,222
02108Boston, MA 021085.1 mi28$169,796,872$5,995,000$6,064,174

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 21 active listings in MALDEN, MA (zip code 02148), compared to 12 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in MALDEN, MA 02148 is $534,950 as of January 2026, a 13% increase from $473,612 the prior year.

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

Homes in MALDEN, MA 02148 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 11 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 January 2026, MALDEN, MA 02148 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 11 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 $10,699 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $534,950. 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.