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Suffolk County MA Real Estate Market Trends & Insights

By: Amanda George, Realtor, George Group Boston | Suffolk County MA real estate market trends


Current Market Snapshot (Mid-2025)

  • Median Sale Price: ~$800,000, flat year-over-year

  • Homes Sold: 636 in July, up 6.9% YoY

  • Days on Market: 24 days, slightly longer than last year

  • Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.6%, indicating slight discounting

  • Average Home Value: $755,783, up 1.0% YoY

  • Average Rent: $3,308/month, well above national average

The Suffolk County MA real estate market trends reflect stability, with moderate buyer activity and pricing holding firm despite slightly longer market times.


Mid-Year Activity (2025 vs. 2024)

  • Home Sales: Increased 2.4%

  • Average Price: Slight decline from $966,903 to $957,830

  • Listings: Up 15.3%, giving buyers more selection

  • Pending Sales: Increased 4.2%

This suggests more active market conditions with greater inventory, though prices remain resilient in the urban core.


5-Year Housing Forecast (2025–2029)

Year

Projected Growth

2025

2.5%

2026

3.0%

2027

3.3%

2028

3.6%

2029

4.0%

4. Smart Tips for Buyers, Sellers & Investors

  • Buyers: Be prepared to move quickly on well-priced homes; higher inventory offers some breathing room.

  • Sellers: Proper staging and pricing are essential—homes in premium locations continue to sell above asking.

  • Investors: Multi-family and condo properties remain the best opportunities given high rental demand.


Why Suffolk County Remains Strong

Suffolk County includes Boston, Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop—urban areas with strong job markets, universities, and limited land for new housing. These fundamentals keep the Suffolk County real estate market resilient against broader slowdowns, with consistent long-term growth expected.


Conclusion & Next Steps

The Suffolk County MA real estate market trends show a competitive and stable environment, while the 5-Year Housing Forecast projects consistent 2.5–4% annual appreciation through 2029. Whether buying, selling, or investing, Suffolk County remains one of the strongest markets in Massachusetts.


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Sources

Redfin – Suffolk County housing data (2025)Zillow – Suffolk County home values and rent index (2025)Lamacchia Realty – Suffolk County mid-year review (2025)Peoples Choice Mortgage – Local and regional housing outlook (2025)Homeshift Team – National housing market predictions (2025–2029)Wikipedia – Suffolk County demographics and geography

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