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Navigating the 2026 Boston Real Estate Market
As we look toward the first quarter of 2026, the Boston real estate market is positioned for continued resilience with cautious optimism. Home prices in Boston have shown modest year-over-year growth, and while overall sales volume remains tempered, properties continue to move competitively with relatively short days on market, especially in well-priced segments. Inventory remains constrained in central urban neighborhoods, keeping competition firm, though new listings and permit activity indicate some easing compared with recent years.
Buyers may start to see slightly more options and negotiation room, and affordability could improve incrementally if mortgage rates stabilize. At the same time, demand for high-end and investment properties persists, particularly in core Boston and Cambridge, sustaining value in those premium sectors. With these dynamics, early 2026 is shaping up to be a market where strategic pricing and positioning will be key for both buyers and sellers.
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