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MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
24
⇩ 31.4% vs 35 last year
Pending
8
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$785,000
⇩ 19.8% vs $978,750 last year
Average Price
$1,842,333
⇧ 23.8% vs $1,488,184 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 30% vs 60 days last year

Market Context

Population: 17,009  ·  Density: 523.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,555

Typical home value: $480,028  ·  Homeownership: 59.3%

Market Analysis

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

The MIDDLETOWN, RI real estate market (02842) currently shows 24 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 19.8% year-over-year, from $978,750 to $785,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 24 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $785,000 (-19.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,842,333 (+23.8% 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 16.8 miles — 449 listings ($492,167,490 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02842Middletown, RI 028420.0 mi24$44,215,992$785,000$1,842,333
02871Portsmouth, RI 028714.7 mi67$92,587,501$875,000$1,381,903
02837Little Compton, RI 028375.8 mi10$40,778,630$1,199,900$4,077,863
02878Tiverton, RI 028788.3 mi49$53,032,847$732,000$1,082,303
02852North Kingstown, RI 0285210.7 mi51$69,837,309$749,900$1,369,359
02790Westport, MA 0279011.5 mi23$20,769,920$712,450$903,040
02724Fall River, MA 0272412.5 mi11$5,659,841$519,950$514,531
02881Kingston, RI 0288113.2 mi4$3,016,000$754,000$754,000
02723Fall River, MA 0272314.2 mi11$4,258,397$377,000$387,127
02889Warwick, RI 0288914.3 mi85$38,919,545$464,900$457,877
02879Wakefield, RI 0287914.9 mi71$80,508,604$794,950$1,133,924
02806Barrington, RI 0280615.8 mi22$17,864,220$685,000$812,010
02747North Dartmouth, MA 0274716.8 mi21$20,718,684$851,500$986,604

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842?

As of January 2026, there are 24 active listings in MIDDLETOWN, RI (zip code 02842), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842?

The median listing price in MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842 is $785,000 as of January 2026, a 19.8% decrease from $978,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MIDDLETOWN, RI?

Homes in MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MIDDLETOWN, RI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MIDDLETOWN, RI 02842 save an estimated $15,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $785,000. 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.