The 2026 Mid-Year Market Report from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate offers a detailed look at residential real estate across 17 regions in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Featuring year-over-year data for single-family homes and condominiums, the report examines new listings, closed sales, days on market, inventory, pricing, list-to-sold ratios, absorption rates and price per square foot, with town-by-town breakdowns throughout.
The findings point to a market moving toward greater balance without losing its underlying strength. New listings increased 11.5% in the Greater Boston Southwest Suburbs, while the median sold price in Greater Providence rose 5.7%. Explore the local trends shaping today’s decisions and discover how informed guidance can turn market knowledge into a clear strategy.