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BOSTON, MA 02108

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Suffolk County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02108

Beacon Hill · Boston Common · Downtown (West End) · Downtown Crossing · Government Center

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The BOSTON, MA real estate market (02108) currently shows 33 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.2% year-over-year, from $4,697,500 to $4,705,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 4,218  ·  Density: 5,946.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $170,379

Typical home value: $1,647,390  ·  Homeownership: 48.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
33
⇩ 17.5% vs 40 last year
Pending
3
9% pending ratio
Median Price
$4,705,000
⇧ 0.2% vs $4,697,500 last year
Average Price
$4,818,811
⇩ 14.5% vs $5,636,473 last year
Days on Market
71
⇧ 121.9% vs 32 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$1,579
⇧ 5.8% vs $1,492/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,075 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 33 this year vs 40 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $4,705,000 (+0.2% YoY)
  • Average: $4,818,811 (-14.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 3.2 miles — 456 listings ($950,173,387 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02108Boston, MA 021080.0 mi26$138,181,966$5,535,000$5,314,691
02114Boston, MA 021140.5 mi60$112,086,300$1,024,500$1,868,105
02116Boston, MA 021160.7 mi75$285,512,550$2,023,250$3,806,834
02109Boston, MA 021090.9 mi14$22,127,756$1,671,250$1,580,554
02199Boston, MA 021991.1 mi5$69,189,000$10,900,000$13,837,800
02118Boston, MA 021181.3 mi76$124,230,360$1,354,000$1,634,610
02129Charlestown, MA 021291.6 mi12$12,998,616$856,243$1,083,218
02139Cambridge, MA 021391.9 mi23$32,122,352$1,124,950$1,396,624
02127South Boston, MA 021272.0 mi83$87,891,356$999,225$1,058,932
02143Somerville, MA 021432.4 mi21$22,434,090$864,288$1,068,290
02145Somerville, MA 021452.7 mi18$18,285,876$934,000$1,015,882
02125Dorchester, MA 021252.9 mi24$16,330,320$640,500$680,430
02150Chelsea, MA 021503.2 mi19$8,782,845$470,000$462,255

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BOSTON, MA 02108?

As of March 2026, there are 33 active listings in BOSTON, MA (zip code 02108), compared to 40 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BOSTON, MA 02108?

The median listing price in BOSTON, MA 02108 is $4,705,000 as of March 2026, a 0.2% increase from $4,697,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BOSTON, MA?

Homes in BOSTON, MA 02108 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BOSTON, MA 02108?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BOSTON, MA 02108 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BOSTON, MA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BOSTON, MA 02108 save an estimated $94,100 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $4,705,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.