Northern Massachusetts Continues to Attract Buyers Despite a Competitive Market
Northern Massachusetts remains one of the state’s most desirable regions for homebuyers seeking access to Boston, the North Shore, Southern New Hampshire, and the Merrimack Valley.
The Massachusetts Association of Realtors’ June 2026 Regional Market Update shows that buyer demand remained strong throughout the region. Pending sales increased significantly, new listings continued to grow, and both single-family and condominium markets demonstrated resilience heading into the summer buying season.
June 2026 Northern Massachusetts Housing Highlights
Single-Family Homes
• Median Sale Price: $780,000 (-0.6% year-over-year)
• Closed Sales: 687 (-0.3%)
• Pending Sales: 870 (+29.9%)
• New Listings: 972 (+15.4%)
• Inventory: 1,066 homes (-0.3%)
• Months Supply: 2.2 months
• Days on Market: 27 (+22.7%)
Although closed sales were essentially unchanged from last June, the nearly 30% increase in pending sales indicates buyer demand remains exceptionally strong as summer progresses.
The increase in new listings is providing buyers with more opportunities, while inventory remains well below the level considered a balanced housing market.
Condominium Market Continues to Gain Momentum
Northern Massachusetts condos experienced another impressive month.
• Median Sale Price: $499,000 (+9.2%)
• Closed Sales: 327 (+10.8%)
• Pending Sales: 382 (+39.9%)
• New Listings: 430 (+11.4%)
• Inventory: 591 units (+2.6%)
For first-time buyers and professionals relocating to Massachusetts, condominiums remain one of the fastest-growing segments of the regional housing market.
What This Means for Relocating Homebuyers
Northern Massachusetts continues to attract buyers who want excellent schools, commuter rail access, thriving business centers, and proximity to Boston without living in the city itself.
Popular relocation communities include:
• Andover
• North Andover
• Chelmsford
• Tewksbury
• Billerica
• Reading
• Wilmington
• Newburyport
• Haverhill
• Methuen
Many newcomers choose Northern Massachusetts for its combination of established neighborhoods, growing technology and life sciences employment, and convenient access to Interstate 93, Route 3, and Interstate 495.
Market Outlook
The June report suggests Northern Massachusetts remains one of the Commonwealth’s strongest housing markets.
Growing pending sales, increasing listings, and stable pricing point toward continued market activity throughout the second half of 2026. Buyers may find more choices than earlier this year, but desirable homes continue to sell quickly.
Source: Massachusetts Association of Realtors, June 2026 Regional Market Update.