Sterling market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Sterling, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 21, 2026.
Currently for sale in Sterling
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Recently sold in Sterling
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.






Walkability
Blended score for Sterling's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
- District
- Wachusett
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.0:1
- District
- Wachusett
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.1:1
- District
- Clinton
Current Weather
Live conditions in Sterling, from Fitchburg, Fitchburg Municipal Airport.
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Sterling real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Sterling right now?+
There are currently 53 active listings in Sterling, Massachusetts, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Sterling?+
The median list price for active listings in Sterling is $619,900. Homes are spending an average of 105 days on market.
Is Sterling's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Sterling have fallen 1.9% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What schools serve Sterling?+
The closest public schools to Sterling's center are Houghton Elementary, Chocksett Middle School, Clinton Senior High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Sterling walkable?+
Sterling's center has a walkability score of 28 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.