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WALTHAM, MA 02453

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
15
⇩ 21.1% vs 19 last year
Pending
2
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,069,990
⇧ 9% vs $981,743 last year
Average Price
$1,028,024
⇧ 6.5% vs $965,357 last year
Days on Market
51
⇩ 7.3% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

Population: 30,365  ·  Density: 3,264.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $111,294

Typical home value: $655,177  ·  Homeownership: 38.9%

Market Analysis

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

The WALTHAM, MA real estate market (02453) currently shows 15 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9% year-over-year, from $981,743 to $1,069,990.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 15 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,069,990 (+9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,028,024 (+6.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.6 miles — 190 listings ($334,344,447 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02453Waltham, MA 024530.0 mi15$15,420,360$1,069,990$1,028,024
02466Auburndale, MA 024661.7 mi10$16,599,500$1,547,000$1,659,950
02460Newtonville, MA 024602.0 mi13$22,798,035$1,836,875$1,753,695
02462Newton Lower Falls, MA 024622.7 mi1$1,224,900$1,224,900$1,224,900
02458Newton, MA 024582.9 mi15$22,325,505$1,300,000$1,488,367
02472Watertown, MA 024723.3 mi35$29,126,160$674,000$832,176
02478Belmont, MA 024783.6 mi13$25,300,600$1,249,500$1,946,200
02464Newton Upper Falls, MA 024644.0 mi5$7,978,000$790,000$1,595,600
02459Newton Center, MA 024594.5 mi20$62,333,580$3,100,000$3,116,679
02476Arlington, MA 024764.7 mi12$12,985,752$1,085,000$1,082,146
02494Needham Heights, MA 024944.8 mi14$27,697,712$2,237,000$1,978,408
02467Chestnut Hill, MA 024675.4 mi24$73,013,664$1,795,000$3,042,236
02474Arlington, MA 024745.6 mi13$17,540,679$1,470,000$1,349,283

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WALTHAM, MA 02453?

As of January 2026, there are 15 active listings in WALTHAM, MA (zip code 02453), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WALTHAM, MA 02453?

The median listing price in WALTHAM, MA 02453 is $1,069,990 as of January 2026, a 9% increase from $981,743 the prior year.

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

Homes in WALTHAM, MA 02453 spend an average of 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WALTHAM, MA 02453?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WALTHAM, MA 02453 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 55 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 02453 save an estimated $21,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,069,990. 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.