The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01520 sells for about $467,660, or $301 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 28.1 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,775 a month.
ZIP 01520 — Holden
The housing market in the 01520 ZIP code remains tight, characterized by low inventory and steady demand from family buyers. While price growth has moderated compared to previous years, the area's strong school district and proximity to Worcester continue to support stable property values. Market conditions are currently balanced, with limited supply keeping upward pressure on prices.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a suburban environment with access to quality schools and a reasonable commute to Worcester.
Median prices moved up 1.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 28 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
6% 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 4.4% · poverty 3.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01520, Holden, 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 Wachusett Regional School District, which is generally characterized as high-performing and a primary draw for families in the region.
The area benefits from its proximity to the Worcester employment core and major regional infrastructure, maintaining steady demand for residential development.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level in Holden, with rates determined by the town's annual budget requirements and property valuations.
Residents typically commute toward the Worcester employment hub, with a mean travel time to work of approximately 26.1 minutes.
The area features access to local parks and green spaces, with proximity to regional shopping and dining districts in the greater Worcester area.
The rental market is characterized by tight supply and steady demand, with rent growth trends reflecting broader regional pressures.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Worcester metro area, which features a mix of healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors.
The area is primarily served by regional highway corridors connecting to Worcester and the greater Boston metropolitan area.
Parcels are subject to the Wachusett Regional School District and local municipal utility assessments.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Census ZCTA profiles.
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 regional landmark providing scenic views and limited recreational access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.