01420 Market Recap: What 2025 Really Told Us

Updated January 2026 · Single-Family Homes · 01420

If you’ve been paying attention to the housing conversation lately, you’ve probably heard a mix of opinions — the market is cooling, buyers finally have power, prices are dropping. Like most things in real estate, the truth lives in the data.

Looking at the full-year 2025 results compared to 2024 for single-family homes in the 01420 market gives us a clear picture of what happened — and what it actually means going forward.

Inventory Increased — But We’re Still Undersupplied

Inventory was the biggest change in 2025. Active listings increased significantly, and months of supply rose to roughly 1.75 months by year-end. That’s a noticeable shift in feel for buyers.

But even with that jump, this is still not an oversupplied market. Buyers gained more options — not full control.

Fewer Sales — Not a Market Breakdown

Transaction volume softened in 2025. Fewer homes sold and fewer went pending compared to 2024. That wasn’t panic or distress — it was buyers being more selective due to affordability and interest rates.

Prices Still Rose

Even with lower volume, pricing stayed resilient. Median sale price and price per square foot both increased year-over-year. The market didn’t collapse — it adjusted and moved more deliberately.

Homes Still Moved Fast When They Were Priced Right

Speed stayed strong for correctly priced homes. The market didn’t “negotiate pricing down” as much as it “ignored overpriced homes” until they corrected.

In other words, pricing strategy mattered more than ever — and that carries straight into 2026.

The Real Takeaway for 2026

2025 rewarded preparation and punished guessing.

• Sellers: Accurate pricing and strong presentation matter more now than they did in the frenzy years.
• Buyers: There’s more choice, but the best homes still don’t sit around.

Thinking about buying or selling? Every home and price range behaves differently. If you want real insight, honest advice, and a clear plan for what’s next, that’s exactly how we approach it.