Is Worcester, MA 01608 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Worcester is a seller’s market. With about 2 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Worcester housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Worcester, MA 01608 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 36 days and there were 2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 8 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 50%, homes sold more slowly (17 days then) and the median sale price fell 10% to $167,378. Overall, Worcester is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Worcester County, homes here sell more slowly than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Leicester 01524 (80% sold over asking) and Cherry Valley 01611 (71% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Worcester real estate
Is Worcester a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2 months of supply in Worcester, MA 01608 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Worcester?
The typical home went under contract in 36 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Worcester sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.5% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Worcester?
About 1.28% of a home’s value a year in Worcester County, or roughly $5,120 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Worcester?
The median sale price was $167,378 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $252 per square foot.
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