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ARLINGTON, MA 02474

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 62.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
2
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,470,000
⇧ 82.2% vs $807,000 last year
Average Price
$1,349,283
⇧ 38.7% vs $973,010 last year
Days on Market
18
⇧ 28.6% vs 14 days last year

Market Context

Population: 28,167  ·  Density: 3,555.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $134,169

Typical home value: $831,009  ·  Homeownership: 59.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ARLINGTON, MA real estate market (02474) currently shows 13 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 18 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 82.2% year-over-year, from $807,000 to $1,470,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 18 now vs 14 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,470,000 (+82.2% YoY)
  • Average: $1,349,283 (+38.7% 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 5.4 miles — 288 listings ($353,281,417 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02474Arlington, MA 024740.0 mi13$17,540,679$1,470,000$1,349,283
02478Belmont, MA 024782.1 mi13$25,300,600$1,249,500$1,946,200
02140Cambridge, MA 021402.2 mi13$13,729,300$895,000$1,056,100
02155Medford, MA 021552.4 mi54$46,332,594$849,900$858,011
02471Watertown, MA 024713.6 mi1$669,000$669,000$669,000
02452Waltham, MA 024523.7 mi5$4,591,335$822,450$918,267
02420Lexington, MA 024204.1 mi18$53,158,194$3,250,000$2,953,233
02421Lexington, MA 024214.4 mi19$50,820,307$2,695,000$2,674,753
01801Woburn, MA 018014.6 mi29$26,364,103$749,000$909,107
02135Brighton, MA 021354.9 mi69$51,933,195$699,000$752,655
02458Newton, MA 024584.9 mi15$22,325,505$1,300,000$1,488,367
02141Cambridge, MA 021415.1 mi22$22,787,798$965,000$1,035,809
02451Waltham, MA 024515.4 mi17$17,728,807$994,450$1,042,871

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ARLINGTON, MA 02474?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in ARLINGTON, MA (zip code 02474), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ARLINGTON, MA 02474?

The median listing price in ARLINGTON, MA 02474 is $1,470,000 as of January 2026, a 82.2% increase from $807,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ARLINGTON, MA 02474 spend an average of 18 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 14 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ARLINGTON, MA 02474?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ARLINGTON, MA 02474 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ARLINGTON, MA 02474 save an estimated $29,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,470,000. 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.