The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01082 sells for about $327,500, or $220 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-1%), a market in balance. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,032 a month.
ZIP 01082 — Ware
The housing market in Ware, MA, is currently experiencing a period of stabilization with a median sale price around $327,500. While inventory remains tight, the market is seeing a slight year-over-year price adjustment, reflecting broader regional economic trends. Buyers are finding a competitive environment, though the pace of sales has moderated compared to previous peak periods.
Ware is well-suited for families and commuters seeking more affordable housing options compared to the immediate Boston or Springfield metro cores, offering a quieter, small-town lifestyle.
Median prices moved down 1.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.1% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 9.4% · poverty 11.5% — a mixed stability 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 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01082, Hampshire 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.
Crime rates in Ware are generally considered moderate, with property crime being the primary concern compared to violent crime, which remains relatively low for the region.
Public schools in Ware are part of the Ware Public Schools district, which generally receives mixed performance ratings, with ongoing efforts to improve student outcomes and facilities.
The area faces standard New England climate risks, including winter storm impacts and potential localized flooding near the Ware River, with insurance premiums reflecting regional hazard profiles.
Economic momentum is driven by a mix of small-scale manufacturing, local services, and its role as a bedroom community for the broader Springfield and Worcester employment hubs.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level by the Town of Ware, with rates determined by the annual budget and local levy limits under Massachusetts Proposition 2 1/2.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to Route 32 and Route 9 providing connections to larger employment centers in Springfield and Worcester.
The area offers access to outdoor recreation including the Ware River, local parks, and nearby conservation areas, with basic shopping and dining concentrated along the main commercial corridors.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, with rents influenced by the broader regional housing shortage and the presence of both long-term and some seasonal housing stock.
The local economy is supported by a mix of local government, education, healthcare services, and small-scale industrial operations.
Transportation is primarily road-based, with limited public transit options, necessitating vehicle ownership for most residents.
Development is focused on modest residential infill and the revitalization of existing commercial properties in the town center.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and standard state-level school and county assessments.
Property insurance availability is stable, though premiums are sensitive to regional weather-related risks common to Western Massachusetts.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 01082 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.
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and scenic views.
A central community park offering walking trails and recreational space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.