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Massachusetts real estate · Worcester County

Petersham, Massachusetts Real Estate

Homes, values and local insight for Petersham, Worcester County, Massachusetts. Typical home value $485,000.

Reviewed and updated October 3, 2026 by Ryan and Megan Winslow, Winslow Homes

Ryan and Megan Winslow Broker Owners3,000+ homes soldSince 2009 REALTOR®4 states broker in FL, MA, CT, RIU.S. Army RetiredBest of Central MA winners
$485,000Typical home value
+2.3%Home values, past year
1,246Residents (2024)
$108,000Median household income
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About

Living in Petersham

Petersham is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, home to about 1,246 people across 54.2 square miles of land. The median household income is $108,000 and 91% of households own their home. The median home was built in 1971.

Nearby you will find New Salem, Barre, Hardwick. Ryan and Megan help buyers compare Petersham with these towns on price, commute and lifestyle.

Homes in Petersham, Massachusetts
Market data

Petersham by the numbers

The typical home in Petersham is worth $485,000, 3% below the Worcester County typical value of $498,000 and 27% below the Massachusetts typical value of $662,000.

Typical home value

$485,000

Zillow Home Value Index for Petersham, August 2026. The middle of the market for single family homes and condos.

5 year change

+28.9%

Home values in Petersham moved +28.9% over five years and +76.1% over ten.

Median rent

$1,214/mo

Median gross rent in Petersham. Useful for investors running rental numbers.

Homeownership

91%

Share of occupied homes in Petersham lived in by the owner.

Median year built

1971

Older homes often need inspection focus on roof, systems and windows.

Household income

$108,000

Median household income in Petersham.

Mortgage planning for a home in Petersham
Financing

Buying in Petersham with the right loan

Ryan and Megan are mortgage bankers with The Federal Savings Bank, lending in all 50 states. You get the home and the loan from one team. On a typical Petersham home of $485,000:

  • FHA, 3.5% down: $16,984 down, loan of $468,000
  • Conventional, 5% down: $24,264 down, loan of $461,000
  • Conventional, 20% down: $97,054 down, loan of $388,000
  • VA, 0% down for eligible veterans, loan of $485,000
Selling

What is your Petersham home worth?

Ryan and Megan price Petersham homes from recent sales, not guesses. Send your address and you get a free market analysis, with no obligation.

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Nearby

Towns near Petersham

Worcester County

More in Worcester County

See the full Worcester County real estate guide or the Massachusetts real estate guide.

FAQ

Common questions

What is the typical home value in Petersham, MA?

The Zillow Home Value Index for Petersham was $485,000 in August 2026, +2.3% over the past year.

What county is Petersham in?

Petersham is in Worcester County, Massachusetts.

How many people live in Petersham?

About 1,246 people as of the 2024 Census Bureau estimate, up from 1,195 in 2020.

Who are the best real estate agents in Petersham?

Ryan and Megan Winslow of Winslow Homes have sold over 3,000 homes since 2009 and are licensed in Florida, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Call or text 386-690-5858.

How do I get pre-approved to buy in Petersham?

Apply at www.winslowloan.com. Ryan and Megan are mortgage bankers with The Federal Savings Bank and lend in all 50 states, including FHA, VA and conventional loans.

Do most people in Petersham own or rent?

91% of occupied homes in Petersham are owner occupied, based on the 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey.

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Ready to move in Petersham?

17 years, over 3,000 homes sold, and one team for the home and the loan. Call or text 386-690-5858.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey; Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026. Numbers update as new data is released. Talk to Ryan and Megan for current sold prices on your street.

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Petersham home values by ZIP code

The typical home in Petersham is worth $480,681 as of August 2026 in ZIP code 01366. Values moved +2.7% over the last 12 months at the middle ZIP code.

ZIPTypical value12 months5 yearsMedian sale, Mar to May 2026Days on market
01366$480,681+2.7%+29.6%

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index through August 2026 and the Redfin Data Center ZIP code tracker, March to May 2026. Ask Ryan and Megan for a value for your own home.