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Columbia Point (Columbia Pt) Columbus Park (Andrew Square) North Dorchester South Boston South End

BOSTON, MA 02118

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02118

Columbia Point (Columbia Pt) · Columbus Park (Andrew Square) · North Dorchester · South Boston · South End

Market Analysis

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

The BOSTON, MA real estate market (02118) currently shows 143 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 29 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 29 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.4% year-over-year, from $1,199,750 to $1,099,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,392  ·  Density: 10,078.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,155

Typical home value: $1,004,960  ·  Homeownership: 28.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
143
⇧ 14.4% vs 125 last year
Pending
7
5% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,099,250
⇩ 8.4% vs $1,199,750 last year
Average Price
$1,540,904
⇩ 5.9% vs $1,637,399 last year
Days on Market
29
⇩ 6.5% vs 31 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$1,138
⇩ 1.7% vs $1,158/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,046 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 143 this year vs 125 last year
  • Days on market: 29 now vs 31 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,099,250 (-8.4% YoY)
  • Average: $1,540,904 (-5.9% 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 3.3 miles — 495 listings ($995,838,643 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02118Boston, MA 021180.0 mi76$124,230,360$1,354,000$1,634,610
02116Boston, MA 021160.9 mi75$285,512,550$2,023,250$3,806,834
02119Roxbury, MA 021191.2 mi17$12,518,069$757,175$736,357
02108Boston, MA 021081.3 mi26$138,181,966$5,535,000$5,314,691
02127South Boston, MA 021271.6 mi83$87,891,356$999,225$1,058,932
02125Dorchester, MA 021251.7 mi24$16,330,320$640,500$680,430
02114Boston, MA 021141.8 mi60$112,086,300$1,024,500$1,868,105
02142Cambridge, MA 021421.8 mi3$5,820,750$1,583,750$1,940,250
02109Boston, MA 021092.1 mi14$22,127,756$1,671,250$1,580,554
02139Cambridge, MA 021392.3 mi23$32,122,352$1,124,950$1,396,624
02446Brookline, MA 024462.6 mi36$96,823,980$2,118,500$2,689,555
02130Jamaica Plain, MA 021303.1 mi37$39,758,794$763,500$1,074,562
02143Somerville, MA 021433.3 mi21$22,434,090$864,288$1,068,290

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BOSTON, MA 02118?

As of April 2026, there are 143 active listings in BOSTON, MA (zip code 02118), compared to 125 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BOSTON, MA 02118?

The median listing price in BOSTON, MA 02118 is $1,099,250 as of April 2026, a 8.4% decrease from $1,199,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BOSTON, MA 02118 spend an average of 29 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 31 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BOSTON, MA 02118?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, BOSTON, MA 02118 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 29 days on market compared to 31 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 02118 save an estimated $21,985 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,099,250. 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.