The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01462 sells for about $550,000, or $312 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.1% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 25 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,974 a month.
ZIP 01462 — Lunenburg
The 01462 housing market remains competitive with a median sale price of $550,000, reflecting a slight year-over-year adjustment. Demand remains steady, evidenced by a 25-day median time on market and a low supply of 2.4 months. The market is driven by its appeal to families and commuters looking for suburban stability within the Worcester metro area.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to both Worcester and Boston, offering a balance of community space and regional connectivity.
Median prices moved down 1.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 25 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.0% · poverty 4.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01462, Worcester County MA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Lunenburg Public Schools, which generally maintain a positive reputation within the region.
The area benefits from its proximity to the Worcester and Greater Boston employment corridors, with steady residential demand.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level in Lunenburg, with rates determined by the town's annual budget and property valuations.
Residents typically face a commute of approximately 36 minutes, reflecting the area's suburban nature and reliance on regional highway access.
The area features access to local parks, trails, and proximity to regional water bodies, providing a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, typical of suburban residential ZIP codes in the region.
The local economy is integrated into the broader Worcester metro area, with a mix of service, education, and manufacturing sectors.
Parcels are subject to the Lunenburg Public School District and standard municipal utility districts.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and Data Commons.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A notable local water feature providing recreational space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.