Is Now a Good Time to Sell? What Greater Boston Homeowners Need to Know in 2026

The Question Most Homeowners Are Asking Right Now

Rates went up. Headlines got loud. Some homeowners decided to wait. But the data tells a different story from the narrative — and if you have been on the fence about selling, now is a good time to look at the actual numbers.

What the National Data Shows

Home prices nationally have risen for 35 consecutive months through May 2026. The national median existing-home price reached $429,300 in May, up from a year ago. Buyer demand has not evaporated. Inventory remains tight in most markets, which continues to support prices even as some buyers have pulled back from the search.

Source: National Association of Realtors, Existing-Home Sales Report, May 2026

The Northeast Is Outperforming

The Northeast is one of the strongest regions in the country right now. The median home price in the Northeast reached $534,900 in May 2026, up 4.2% year over year. Greater Boston specifically continues to attract buyers relocating from higher-cost metros who are looking for proximity to strong employers, universities, and established neighborhoods.

Source: National Association of Realtors, Existing-Home Sales Report, May 2026

Summer Buyers Are Serious Buyers

There is a common belief that summer is not the right time to sell. The numbers do not support that. Summer buyers, especially those shopping in June through August, tend to be highly motivated. They have a timeline: a job start date, a lease ending, a school year beginning. They are not browsing casually. If your home is priced correctly and shows well, summer produces serious offers.

What This Means for You

If you have been thinking about selling in the next 6 to 18 months, now is a good time to start the conversation. Not because you need to rush, but because the decisions you make in the next 60 days, including pricing, timing, and preparation, directly affect your net proceeds.

I offer a no-charge market evaluation for every homeowner who wants one. No obligation, no pressure. Just honest numbers and a clear picture of what your home would sell for in today's market.

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Also in this month's mailing: Your Summer Home Maintenance Checklist: 8 Tasks That Protect Your Home's Value