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Boston Housing Market Report April 2025•Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Housing Prices in Boston, MA
How much do homes in Boston, MA cost?
Housing Market Conditions
Is Boston, MA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Seller'sMarket
Buyer'sMarket
Boston is a Buyer's Market
Difference Since April 2024
At the same time last year, Boston was a Seller's Market.
Insight
Boston is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.
Median Sold Price
$840,482$679/SqFt
+$33,081
+4.1%
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months
Insight
Homes in Boston have sold for 4.1% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Boston was $840,482 in April 2025, up 4.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $679.
Median Sold Price By Cities
| City | Apr 2024 | Apr 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $807.4K | $840.4K | +4.1% |
| Dorchester Center | $700K | $710K | +1.4% |
| Brookline | $1.2M | $1.1M | -2.1% |
| Chestnut Hill | $1.4M | $1.3M | -5.0% |
Median Sold Price By Bedrooms
| Beds | Apr 2024 | Apr 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | $594.1K | $620K | +4.3% |
| 22 Bedrooms | $774K | $796K | +2.8% |
| 33 Bedrooms | $822.2K | $877K | +6.7% |
| 44 Bedrooms | $920K | $1.0M | +13.3% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | $1.0M | $1.1M | +9.4% |
Summary: Boston housing price by bedroom type for April 2025, compared to the previous year. The home price for 1 bedroom homes increased by +4.3%. The home price for 2 bedroom homes increased by +2.8%. The home price for 3 bedroom homes increased by +6.7%. The home price for 4 bedroom homes increased by +13.3%. The home price for 5 bedroom homes increased by +9.4%.
How does Boston, MA compare with other places?
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Boston, MA
Housing supply in Boston, MA
How many homes are available in Boston, MA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 2,493Last MonthApr 2025 | ||
| 1,8912 months agoMar 2025 | +31.8 % Change MoMMar – Apr |
Summary: The Boston real estate market had 2,493 homes for sale in Apr 2025, a 31.8 % increase compared to Mar 2025.
Number of Homes Sold
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 348Last MonthApr 2025 | ||
| 2982 months agoMar 2025 | +16.8 % Change MoMMar – Apr |
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| Beds | Mar 2025 | Apr 2025 | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | 353 | 489 | +38.5% |
| 22 Bedrooms | 718 | 967 | +34.7% |
| 33 Bedrooms | 420 | 544 | +29.5% |
| 44 Bedrooms | 158 | 197 | +24.7% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | 242 | 296 | +22.3% |
Summary: Boston housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2025, compared to the previous month. The inventory for 1 bedroom homes increased by +38.5%. The inventory for 2 bedroom homes increased by +34.7%. The inventory for 3 bedroom homes increased by +29.5%. The inventory for 4 bedroom homes increased by +24.7%. The inventory for 5 bedroom homes increased by +22.3%.
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
How much do homes in Boston, MA cost?
Over Asking Price136 Homes
At Asking Price52 Homes
Under Asking Price160 Homes
Insight
If you're buying a home in Boston, you may be able to get a good deal. 46% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 348 homes were sold or pending in Boston in April 2025, up by 16.8% month-over-month. Of the 348 sold homes, 46% were sold under asking, 15% were sold at asking, and and 39% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Boston, MA
How long does it take to sell a home in Boston, MA?
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
Under 30 Days207 Homes
30 – 90 Days84 Homes
Over 90 Days56 Homes
Insight
Many homes in Boston are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During April 2025, 348 homes were sold in Boston; 59% of homes were sold within 30 days, 24% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% of homes were sold over 90 days.
Average Sale Time
| This Year | 1 year ago | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 47 DaysThis YearApr 2025 | ||
| 39 Days1 year agoApr 2024 | +21.8 % Change YoYApr 2024 – Apr 2025 |
Summary: Homes in Boston had an average listing age of 47 days in Apr 2025, up by 21.8% compared to the previous year.
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Newest Listings in Boston, MA
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