Central Massachusetts · Town guide
Living in Holden, MA.
A suburban town north of Worcester with the Wachusett Reservoir nearby, larger lots, and a regional school district.
Holden at a glance
- Median single-family
- $581,950
- ▼ 5.4% vs. last year
- Median condo
- $360,000
- ▼ 2.7% vs. last year
- Days on market
- 35
- single-family, year to date
- Sale vs. original list
- 100.9%
- single-family, year to date
- Residential tax rate
- $13.48
- per $1,000, FY2026
- Population
- 20,326
- 2024 Census estimate, +2.0% since 2020
- To Boston
- 41 mi
- straight line to City Hall
- MBTA rail & ferry
- No MBTA rail station in town
Holden market · August 2026 year to date
The numbers, before the opinions.
| Measure | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $581,950 | $360,000 |
| Change vs. last year | ▼ 5.4% | ▼ 2.7% |
| Sales closed | 116 | 21 |
| Median days on market | 35 | 27 |
| Sale price vs. original list | 100.9% | 98.9% |
| For sale at month end | 34 | 10 |
| Months of supply | 2.3 | 3.5 |
Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Holden Local Market Update (PDF, opens in a new tab) (MLS PIN data). Year-to-date figures except homes for sale and months of supply, which are for the latest month. A town median is a starting point; the right price is street by street.
Side by side · August 2026 year to date
How does Holden compare with nearby towns?
| Town | Median single-family | Median condo | Days on market | Tax rate (FY2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holden | $581,950 ▼ 5.4% | $360,000 | 35 | $13.48 |
| Worcester | $465,000 ▲ 3.3% | $308,500 | 40 | $13.28 |
| Shrewsbury | $699,000 ▼ 0.6% | $511,125 | 38 | $11.50 |
| Clinton | $525,000 ▲ 14.1% | $415,000 | 29 | $12.98 |
| Auburn | $475,500 ▼ 1.3% | $360,000 | 34 | $14.24 |
| Leominster | $487,500 ▲ 1.4% | $299,000 | 38 | $13.66 |
Year-to-date medians from each town's MAR Local Market Update; tax rates per $1,000 from the Mass. Division of Local Services. Nearby = closest town centers among the towns I cover.
Town guide
What it's like to live in Holden.
What is it like to live in Holden?
Holden is a quiet, green suburb northwest of Worcester, with larger lots, conservation land, and proximity to the Wachusett area.
It's popular with buyers who work in Worcester and want more space.
What are Holden's neighborhoods like?
A quick orientation, not a ranking:
| Area | What it's like | Worth a look if you want |
|---|---|---|
| Holden center | Town center with shops and older homes | A traditional center |
| Jefferson & Chaffins | Village areas | Established neighborhoods |
| Outer neighborhoods | Newer subdivisions and larger lots | Space |
What does housing look like in Holden?
Holden is mostly single-family, with colonials, capes, ranches, and newer homes, plus condo communities. Many homes have septic systems.
How is the commute from Holden to Boston?
Holden has no MBTA rail station. Residents use Worcester's Union Station or drive via I-190 and Route 122A.
Where do people spend time in Holden?
- Trout Brook Reservation
- Eagle Lake
- Wachusett Mountain nearby
What should buyers and sellers know about Holden?
- Septic systems are common; plan Title 5 inspections.
- No rail in town; map your commute.
For public school information, see the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's school and district profiles (the Wachusett Regional School District).
Questions people actually ask.
Does Holden have a train?
No. Worcester's Union Station is the closest commuter rail station.
What school district serves Holden?
Holden is part of the Wachusett Regional School District.
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What is the median home price in Holden, MA?
The median single-family sale price in Holden was $581,950 for August 2026 year to date, compared with $615,000 for the same period a year earlier. The median condo sold for $360,000. Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MLS PIN data).
How fast are homes selling in Holden?
Single-family homes that sold in Holden during August 2026 year to date spent a median of about 35 days on market and sold for 100.9% of their original list price on average, according to MAR.
What is the property tax rate in Holden, MA?
Holden's FY2026 residential property tax rate is $13.48 per $1,000 of assessed value (Massachusetts Division of Local Services). On a home assessed at the median single-family sale price, that's roughly $7,840 a year; your actual bill depends on the assessed value.
Is there a train from Holden to Boston?
There's no MBTA rail station in Holden. It's about 41 miles from Boston in a straight line; most residents drive or use a station in a nearby town.
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Holden homes for sale right now.
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Sources: market figures, Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Local Market Update (data: MLS PIN; © ShowingTime Plus); tax rate, Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Municipal Databank, Tax Rates by Class; population, U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates for cities and towns; stations, MBTA (V3 API); distance, OpenStreetMap Nominatim (town center); miles are straight-line to Boston City Hall. Numbers retrieved 2026-09-25.