The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01522 sells for about $460,000, or $245 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 01522 — Jefferson
The housing market in 01522 remains stable with low inventory and consistent demand from family buyers. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by the area's reputation for quality schools and a quiet, suburban environment. Market conditions are currently balanced, with homes selling near asking price.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, suburban-to-rural lifestyle with high-quality schools and easy access to Worcester's employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 3.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 01522, 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.
Jefferson is a quiet, semi-rural community within Holden that experiences very low rates of violent and property crime compared to the Massachusetts state average.
The area is served by the Wachusett Regional School District, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and strong extracurricular programs.
The region faces moderate risks from winter storms and occasional heavy precipitation, though it is generally not in a high-risk flood zone.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to Worcester, with residents commuting to major employers in healthcare, education, and technology sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Residents primarily commute by car to Worcester or the Greater Boston area via I-190 and I-290, with limited public transit options available locally.
The area features extensive access to outdoor recreation, including the Eagle Lake area, local hiking trails, and proximity to the Wachusett Mountain ski area.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, primarily consisting of single-family home rentals and small multi-family units with limited short-term rental activity.
The local economy is anchored by the education and healthcare sectors in nearby Worcester, including UMass Memorial Health and various regional colleges.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with I-190 serving as the primary artery connecting the area to the regional highway network.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to preserve the semi-rural character, with limited large-scale commercial projects currently in the pipeline.
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Parcels are subject to the Wachusett Regional School District tax levy and local municipal utility assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners are advised to maintain adequate coverage for winter-related perils and wind damage.
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Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 01522 profile.
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.
Popular local spot for fishing, walking, and seasonal recreation.
Nearby destination for skiing, hiking, and outdoor events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.