Is Boston, MA 02109 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Boston is a seller’s market. With about 3 months of supply and 7% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Competition score35/ 100

More competitive than 33% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #345 of 362 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply3Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list6.7%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.2%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market29Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$1,152▲ +8.7% vs. last year

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