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NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Middlesex County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
20
⇩ 25.9% vs 27 last year
Pending
2
10% pending ratio
Median Price
$3,100,000
⇧ 6.3% vs $2,915,972 last year
Average Price
$3,116,679
⇩ 10.7% vs $3,490,147 last year
Days on Market
109
⇧ 47.3% vs 74 days last year

Market Context

Population: 19,182  ·  Density: 1,471.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $210,785

Typical home value: $1,343,540  ·  Homeownership: 82.9%

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON CENTER, MA real estate market (02459) currently shows 20 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 109 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 109 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.3% year-over-year, from $2,915,972 to $3,100,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 20 this year vs 27 last year
  • Days on market: 109 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $3,100,000 (+6.3% YoY)
  • Average: $3,116,679 (-10.7% 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 5.0 miles — 215 listings ($279,668,827 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02459Newton Center, MA 024590.0 mi20$62,333,580$3,100,000$3,116,679
02464Newton Upper Falls, MA 024641.4 mi5$7,978,000$790,000$1,595,600
02468Waban, MA 024682.2 mi7$21,292,446$2,499,000$3,041,778
02458Newton, MA 024582.6 mi15$22,325,505$1,300,000$1,488,367
02132West Roxbury, MA 021322.9 mi24$20,966,376$815,000$873,599
02135Brighton, MA 021353.1 mi69$51,933,195$699,000$752,655
02462Newton Lower Falls, MA 024623.5 mi1$1,224,900$1,224,900$1,224,900
02492Needham, MA 024923.8 mi18$50,004,756$3,245,000$2,778,042
02471Watertown, MA 024713.9 mi1$669,000$669,000$669,000
02131Roslindale, MA 021314.1 mi21$14,523,222$642,000$691,582
02134Allston, MA 021344.4 mi17$9,863,995$549,000$580,235
02453Waltham, MA 024534.5 mi15$15,420,360$1,069,990$1,028,024
02120Roxbury Crossing, MA 021205.0 mi2$1,133,492$566,746$566,746

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459?

As of January 2026, there are 20 active listings in NEWTON CENTER, MA (zip code 02459), compared to 27 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459?

The median listing price in NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459 is $3,100,000 as of January 2026, a 6.3% increase from $2,915,972 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459 spend an average of 109 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 109 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEWTON CENTER, MA 02459 save an estimated $62,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $3,100,000. 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.