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WALTHAM, MA 02451

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 112.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
3
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$994,450
⇩ 18.7% vs $1,223,700 last year
Average Price
$1,042,871
⇩ 9.8% vs $1,155,896 last year
Days on Market
76
⇧ 744.4% vs 9 days last year

Market Context

Population: 18,379  ·  Density: 1,333.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $117,932

Typical home value: $677,658  ·  Homeownership: 59.5%

Market Analysis

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

The WALTHAM, MA real estate market (02451) currently shows 17 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 76 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 76 days on market compared to 9 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18.7% year-over-year, from $1,223,700 to $994,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 76 now vs 9 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $994,450 (-18.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,042,871 (-9.8% 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 6.4 miles — 214 listings ($387,477,180 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02451Waltham, MA 024510.0 mi17$17,728,807$994,450$1,042,871
02453Waltham, MA 024532.2 mi15$15,420,360$1,069,990$1,028,024
01773Lincoln, MA 017733.3 mi12$35,284,932$2,399,000$2,940,411
02466Auburndale, MA 024663.7 mi10$16,599,500$1,547,000$1,659,950
02478Belmont, MA 024784.0 mi13$25,300,600$1,249,500$1,946,200
02476Arlington, MA 024764.4 mi12$12,985,752$1,085,000$1,082,146
02420Lexington, MA 024204.6 mi18$53,158,194$3,250,000$2,953,233
02462Newton Lower Falls, MA 024624.7 mi1$1,224,900$1,224,900$1,224,900
02468Waban, MA 024685.1 mi7$21,292,446$2,499,000$3,041,778
01778Wayland, MA 017785.9 mi5$7,734,000$1,179,000$1,546,800
02481Wellesley Hills, MA 024816.2 mi17$61,038,500$3,895,000$3,590,500
02135Brighton, MA 021356.3 mi69$51,933,195$699,000$752,655
02138Cambridge, MA 021386.4 mi18$67,775,994$1,549,500$3,765,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WALTHAM, MA 02451?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in WALTHAM, MA (zip code 02451), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WALTHAM, MA 02451?

The median listing price in WALTHAM, MA 02451 is $994,450 as of January 2026, a 18.7% decrease from $1,223,700 the prior year.

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

Homes in WALTHAM, MA 02451 spend an average of 76 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 9 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WALTHAM, MA 02451?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WALTHAM, MA 02451 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 76 days on market compared to 9 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WALTHAM, MA 02451 save an estimated $19,889 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $994,450. 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.