The Worcester County housing market showed steady activity in February 2026, with home values holding firm and inventory remaining tight.
According to Redfin, the median sale price for single-family homes in February 2026 was $470,000, a slight increase from February 2025. Redfin also reports that the number of homes sold declined year-over-year, and the median days on market rose modestly, suggesting somewhat slower sales activity.
Zillow’s Home Value Index shows the average home value in Worcester County at $482,000, a 1.3% increase over the past year. Zillow indicates that homes go pending in about 26 days, with 1,201 active listings at the end of February. The median list price was $496,633, and median sale prices were approximately $444,000.
These differences reflect each platform’s methodology: Redfin reports completed sales, while Zillow aggregates estimated values and pending listings. Both provide useful insights but are not directly comparable.
Overall, both sources suggest stable or modestly higher home values in February, with slightly slower sales activity than last year. Homes are taking a little longer to move off the market, which aligns with typical late-winter trends.
City-level data adds further context. In Worcester, the median home value was $423,000, below the county average. Other cities, such as Princeton ($615,000) and Holden ($540,000), continued to see higher median values.
Seasonal factors remain important. Late winter often experiences slower activity compared with spring, so February trends may not fully predict the spring market.
In summary:
- Median home prices: $470,000 countywide (Redfin); $482,000 (Zillow); $423,000 in Worcester city
- Sales activity: slightly slower than last year; median days on market ~26–41 days
- Inventory: limited but relatively steady; ~1,201 active listings reported by Zillow
- Keep in mind: Redfin and Zillow use different methods, so figures are exact from sources but not directly comparable
Looking ahead, March and early spring data will clarify whether these trends continue into the busier selling season.
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