The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01518 sells for about $540,000, or $291 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $767 a month.
ZIP 01518 — Sturbridge
The 01518 housing market is characterized by low inventory and stable pricing, reflecting a localized market with limited turnover. Buyers face a competitive environment for available stock, while the overall market remains steady compared to the broader Worcester County trends.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and those seeking a small-town environment with access to regional employment hubs, though it requires careful navigation for investors.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 30 days on market with 0.0 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 6.8% · poverty 6.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01518, 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.
Schools in the Sturbridge area are generally well-regarded, serving the local community through the Tantasqua Regional School District.
The area is subject to standard New England climate risks, including winter storm exposure and localized flood risks near water bodies.
Economic momentum is driven by local tourism, small business, and proximity to the Worcester employment corridor.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level in Sturbridge, with rates determined by the town's annual budget and property valuations.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to I-84 and I-90 providing routes toward Worcester and Springfield.
The area features significant outdoor amenities including access to the Quinebaug River, local parks, and historic sites like Old Sturbridge Village.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, often influenced by the local tourism and seasonal workforce.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, hospitality, and small-scale manufacturing, with broader regional employment centered in Worcester.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with I-84 and I-90 serving as the main arteries for regional travel.
Development is generally focused on maintaining the historic character of the town while managing modest residential growth.
Parcels are served by the Tantasqua Regional School District and local municipal utility services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including winter weather and fire risk.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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 major living history museum depicting rural New England life in the 1830s.
Offers extensive trails, camping, and access to Walker Pond.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.