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BELMONT, MA 02478

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇩ 23.5% vs 17 last year
Pending
2
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,249,500
⇩ 20.5% vs $1,571,750 last year
Average Price
$1,946,200
⇩ 17.4% vs $2,357,386 last year
Days on Market
38
⇩ 53.7% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,964  ·  Density: 2,241.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $164,720

Typical home value: $1,059,300  ·  Homeownership: 63.6%

Market Analysis

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

The BELMONT, MA real estate market (02478) currently shows 13 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 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 38 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.5% year-over-year, from $1,571,750 to $1,249,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,249,500 (-20.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,946,200 (-17.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 4.9 miles — 283 listings ($373,858,662 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02478Belmont, MA 024780.0 mi13$25,300,600$1,249,500$1,946,200
02472Watertown, MA 024721.8 mi35$29,126,160$674,000$832,176
02474Arlington, MA 024742.1 mi13$17,540,679$1,470,000$1,349,283
02140Cambridge, MA 021402.4 mi13$13,729,300$895,000$1,056,100
02144Somerville, MA 021443.0 mi18$23,031,486$1,295,000$1,279,527
02460Newtonville, MA 024603.4 mi13$22,798,035$1,836,875$1,753,695
02134Allston, MA 021343.6 mi17$9,863,995$549,000$580,235
02451Waltham, MA 024514.0 mi17$17,728,807$994,450$1,042,871
02155Medford, MA 021554.1 mi54$46,332,594$849,900$858,011
01890Winchester, MA 018904.2 mi25$40,422,375$1,537,000$1,616,895
02139Cambridge, MA 021394.6 mi22$30,070,260$950,000$1,366,830
02446Brookline, MA 024464.7 mi33$81,314,871$2,550,000$2,464,087
02466Auburndale, MA 024664.9 mi10$16,599,500$1,547,000$1,659,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BELMONT, MA 02478?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in BELMONT, MA (zip code 02478), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BELMONT, MA 02478?

The median listing price in BELMONT, MA 02478 is $1,249,500 as of January 2026, a 20.5% decrease from $1,571,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BELMONT, MA 02478 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BELMONT, MA 02478?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BELMONT, MA 02478 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 38 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BELMONT, MA 02478 save an estimated $24,990 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,249,500. 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.