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WALTHAM, MA 02451

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02451

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Market Analysis

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

The WALTHAM, MA real estate market (02451) currently shows 42 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 18 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.4% year-over-year, from $889,450 to $814,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇧ 82.6% vs 23 last year
Pending
14
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$814,900
⇩ 8.4% vs $889,450 last year
Average Price
$898,544
⇩ 5.9% vs $954,819 last year
Days on Market
18
⇧ 20% vs 15 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$475
⇧ 0.6% vs $472/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,840 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 18 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $814,900 (-8.4% YoY)
  • Average: $898,544 (-5.9% 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 6.4 miles — 252 listings ($482,426,617 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02451Waltham, MA 024510.0 mi12$12,105,792$949,225$1,008,816
02453Waltham, MA 024532.2 mi19$20,692,653$1,214,425$1,089,087
01773Lincoln, MA 017733.3 mi11$39,665,505$3,400,000$3,605,955
02466Auburndale, MA 024663.7 mi8$9,617,336$1,275,000$1,202,167
02478Belmont, MA 024784.0 mi14$28,928,130$1,544,250$2,066,295
02476Arlington, MA 024764.4 mi10$11,357,510$1,077,888$1,135,751
02420Lexington, MA 024204.6 mi23$76,685,772$3,375,000$3,334,164
02462Newton Lower Falls, MA 024624.7 mi1$3,100,000$3,100,000$3,100,000
02468Waban, MA 024685.1 mi10$28,421,730$2,656,250$2,842,173
01778Wayland, MA 017785.9 mi16$22,596,528$1,162,500$1,412,283
02481Wellesley Hills, MA 024816.2 mi23$89,821,049$3,436,500$3,905,263
02135Brighton, MA 021356.3 mi78$58,325,748$716,225$747,766
02138Cambridge, MA 021386.4 mi27$81,108,864$1,523,000$3,004,032

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of September 2026, there are 42 active listings in WALTHAM, MA (zip code 02451), compared to 23 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WALTHAM, MA 02451 is $814,900 as of September 2026, a 8.4% decrease from $889,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in WALTHAM, MA 02451 spend an average of 18 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 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 September 2026, WALTHAM, MA 02451 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

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

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