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NEWTON, MA 02458

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02458

Newton Corner (Newton Corners) · Newtonville · Nonantum (The Lake) · Watertown Square (Watertown Sq)

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON, MA real estate market (02458) currently shows 38 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 14 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 14 days on market compared to 21 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.7% year-over-year, from $1,549,500 to $1,622,248.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 12,706  ·  Density: 2,495.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $133,936

Typical home value: $973,979  ·  Homeownership: 61.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
38
⇩ 7.3% vs 41 last year
Pending
8
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,622,248
⇧ 4.7% vs $1,549,500 last year
Average Price
$1,871,485
⇧ 15.4% vs $1,621,358 last year
Days on Market
14
⇩ 33.3% vs 21 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$579
⇧ 2.3% vs $566/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,869 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 38 this year vs 41 last year
  • Days on market: 14 now vs 21 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,622,248 (+4.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,871,485 (+15.4% 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 4.4 miles — 345 listings ($626,085,429 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02458Newton, MA 024580.0 mi17$26,629,327$1,456,500$1,566,431
02472Watertown, MA 024721.3 mi36$29,334,204$642,500$814,839
02135Brighton, MA 021351.7 mi78$58,325,748$716,225$747,766
02459Newton Center, MA 024592.6 mi30$99,843,180$3,295,750$3,328,106
02467Chestnut Hill, MA 024672.8 mi35$88,388,265$1,531,000$2,525,379
02453Waltham, MA 024532.9 mi19$20,692,653$1,214,425$1,089,087
02478Belmont, MA 024783.0 mi14$28,928,130$1,544,250$2,066,295
02464Newton Upper Falls, MA 024643.2 mi3$8,700,000$2,900,000$2,900,000
02138Cambridge, MA 021383.3 mi27$81,108,864$1,523,000$3,004,032
02446Brookline, MA 024463.4 mi36$96,823,980$2,118,500$2,689,555
02140Cambridge, MA 021403.9 mi12$13,936,116$920,750$1,161,343
02215Boston, MA 022154.4 mi28$62,017,452$959,950$2,214,909
02476Arlington, MA 024764.4 mi10$11,357,510$1,077,888$1,135,751

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWTON, MA 02458?

As of September 2026, there are 38 active listings in NEWTON, MA (zip code 02458), compared to 41 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWTON, MA 02458?

The median listing price in NEWTON, MA 02458 is $1,622,248 as of September 2026, a 4.7% increase from $1,549,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON, MA 02458 spend an average of 14 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 21 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWTON, MA 02458?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, NEWTON, MA 02458 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 14 days on market compared to 21 days last year.

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

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