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Wellesley Hills

WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 21.4% vs 14 last year
Pending
2
12% pending ratio
Median Price
$3,895,000
⇧ 56% vs $2,497,500 last year
Average Price
$3,590,500
⇩ 11.8% vs $4,072,260 last year
Days on Market
115
⇧ 51.3% vs 76 days last year

Market Context

Population: 17,100  ·  Density: 1,084.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $250,001

Typical home value: $1,536,300  ·  Homeownership: 88.8%

Market Analysis

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

The WELLESLEY HILLS, MA real estate market (02481) currently shows 17 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 115 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 56% year-over-year, from $2,497,500 to $3,895,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 115 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $3,895,000 (+56% YoY)
  • Average: $3,590,500 (-11.8% 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 6.8 miles — 215 listings ($572,101,975 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02481Wellesley Hills, MA 024810.0 mi17$61,038,500$3,895,000$3,590,500
02462Newton Lower Falls, MA 024621.8 mi1$1,224,900$1,224,900$1,224,900
02468Waban, MA 024682.6 mi7$21,292,446$2,499,000$3,041,778
02492Needham, MA 024922.9 mi18$50,004,756$3,245,000$2,778,042
02493Weston, MA 024933.5 mi14$158,301,388$6,200,000$11,307,242
02465West Newton, MA 024653.8 mi10$22,151,950$1,375,000$2,215,195
02459Newton Center, MA 024594.4 mi20$62,333,580$3,100,000$3,116,679
02460Newtonville, MA 024604.6 mi13$22,798,035$1,836,875$1,753,695
01778Wayland, MA 017785.3 mi5$7,734,000$1,179,000$1,546,800
02467Chestnut Hill, MA 024676.0 mi24$73,013,664$1,795,000$3,042,236
02132West Roxbury, MA 021326.4 mi24$20,966,376$815,000$873,599
02472Watertown, MA 024726.6 mi35$29,126,160$674,000$832,176
02026Dedham, MA 020266.8 mi27$42,116,220$1,070,000$1,559,860

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA (zip code 02481), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481?

The median listing price in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481 is $3,895,000 as of January 2026, a 56% increase from $2,497,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481 spend an average of 115 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WELLESLEY HILLS, MA 02481 save an estimated $77,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $3,895,000. 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.