The Boston housing market showed stronger activity in March 2026, with prices rising and sales picking up as the spring season began.
According to Redfin, the median sale price for homes in Boston in March 2026 reached about $867,500, an increase of roughly 3.3 percent compared with March 2025. Homes sold faster than in February but still more slowly than a year earlier, with a median of 33 days on the market. Sales volume increased to 332 homes, slightly higher than the same month last year.
Zillow data reflects a more stable valuation trend. Its Home Value Index estimates the typical Boston home at $798,217, down about 0.4 percent year over year. Zillow reports approximately 1,368 active listings and 536 new listings at the end of March, with homes going pending in a median of 26 days.
The differences between the two datasets stem from methodology. Redfin focuses on completed transactions recorded through listing services, while Zillow incorporates automated valuations along with listings and pending sales. Both provide useful but distinct perspectives on the market.
Boston remains significantly more expensive than the national average. Inventory has increased modestly compared with winter months, consistent with seasonal patterns, while demand continues despite elevated mortgage rates and broader economic pressures.
Boston’s market accelerated in March with higher prices and more sales, though conditions remain constrained by limited supply and affordability pressures.
Summary with key numbers:
- Median sale price: $867,500 (Redfin), $798,217 (Zillow)
- Homes sold: 332
- Median days on market: 33 (Redfin), 26 to pending (Zillow)
- Active listings: 1,368 (Zillow)
