The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01201 sells for about $339,900, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,139 a month.
ZIP 01201 — Pittsfield
The 01201 housing market shows steady price appreciation and consistent buyer interest, supported by a stable local economy. While inventory remains tight, the market is balanced by moderate demand and a lack of significant new construction. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratios are based on current market activity reports.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a balance of urban amenities and access to the natural beauty of the Berkshires at a more accessible price point than eastern Massachusetts.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 14.7% — 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 7.7%/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 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 01201, Berkshire County, MA
Crime rates in Pittsfield are generally higher than the Massachusetts state average, with property crime being the most frequently reported category.
Public schools in the area are managed by Pittsfield Public Schools, with performance ratings varying significantly across individual elementary and secondary campuses.
The area faces moderate risks related to winter weather and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Housatonic River, with standard insurance coverage typically required.
Economic momentum is driven by healthcare, manufacturing, and tourism sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown core and improve local infrastructure.
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.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with major routes including US-7 and US-20 providing access to regional employment hubs in the Berkshires.
The area features extensive access to outdoor recreation, including Pontoosuc Lake, various city parks, and proximity to the Appalachian Trail and regional ski resorts.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, driven by a mix of local workforce needs and seasonal residents.
The economy is anchored by Berkshire Health Systems, General Dynamics, and a robust tourism and hospitality sector.
Public transit is provided by the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority, with limited bus service connecting major residential and commercial corridors.
Development is focused on adaptive reuse of historic buildings and increasing housing density near the city center.
The City of Pittsfield Assessor's Office conducts periodic revaluations to ensure assessments reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to municipal taxes and may fall within specific water or fire districts depending on location.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and winter storm risks, with standard coverage widely available.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort4.46.4 mi
- Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort4.46.4 mi
- MASS MoCA4.719 mi
- Tanglewood4.87.8 mi
- The Mount, Edith Wharton Cultural Center4.89.2 mi
- Lebanon Valley Speedway4.69.7 mi
- Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort4.46.4 mi
- Norman Rockwell Museum4.812.3 mi
- The Mount, Edith Wharton Cultural Center4.89.2 mi
- Berkshire Botanical Garden4.611.4 mi
- Naumkeag4.712 mi
- MASS MoCA4.719 mi
- Norman Rockwell Museum4.812.3 mi
- Clark Art Institute4.917.4 mi
- The Mount, Edith Wharton Cultural Center4.89.2 mi
- Naumkeag4.712 mi
- Berkshire Botanical Garden4.611.4 mi
- Mount Greylock State Reservation4.811.5 mi
- Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary4.85.5 mi
- Ashuwillticook Rail Trail4.85.2 mi
- October Mountain State Forest4.69.3 mi
- Onota Boat Livery4.61.8 mi
- Lake Onota4.71 mi
- Lake Onota4.71 mi
- Wyndhurst Golf & Club4.38.6 mi
- Berkshire Hills Country Club4.53.7 mi
- Bas Ridge Country Club4.39.2 mi
- Wahconah Country Club4.67.9 mi
- Lee Premium Outlets4.312.2 mi
- Big Y4.312 mi
- Big Y4.12.3 mi
- Market 324.35.3 mi
- Blueberry Hill Market Cafe4.54.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Popular for boating, fishing, and seasonal recreation.
Features art, history, and natural science exhibits.
Historic baseball stadium hosting local and collegiate games.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.