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South Boston

SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
70
⇩ 14.6% vs 82 last year
Pending
4
6% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,099,000
⇧ 8.5% vs $1,012,875 last year
Average Price
$1,110,458
⇩ 5.2% vs $1,170,758 last year
Days on Market
63
⇧ 37% vs 46 days last year

Market Context

Population: 36,175  ·  Density: 6,787.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $145,357

Typical home value: $818,040  ·  Homeownership: 44.5%

Market Analysis

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

The SOUTH BOSTON, MA real estate market (02127) currently shows 70 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.5% year-over-year, from $1,012,875 to $1,099,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 70 this year vs 82 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,099,000 (+8.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,110,458 (-5.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 3.8 miles — 405 listings ($1,078,836,175 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02127South Boston, MA 021270.0 mi70$77,732,060$1,099,000$1,110,458
02125Dorchester, MA 021251.6 mi27$18,504,261$639,000$685,343
02118Boston, MA 021181.6 mi72$124,111,584$1,274,500$1,723,772
02108Boston, MA 021082.0 mi28$169,796,872$5,995,000$6,064,174
02116Boston, MA 021162.2 mi74$314,330,318$2,300,000$4,247,707
02199Boston, MA 021992.4 mi6$68,902,800$6,299,000$11,483,800
02119Roxbury, MA 021192.5 mi12$8,702,448$725,000$725,204
02115Boston, MA 021152.9 mi41$181,335,538$1,495,000$4,422,818
02142Cambridge, MA 021423.0 mi4$4,853,000$897,000$1,213,250
02121Dorchester, MA 021213.2 mi9$5,178,474$585,000$575,386
02129Charlestown, MA 021293.3 mi20$23,509,200$969,990$1,175,460
02215Boston, MA 022153.4 mi20$51,809,360$934,000$2,590,468
02139Cambridge, MA 021393.8 mi22$30,070,260$950,000$1,366,830

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127?

As of January 2026, there are 70 active listings in SOUTH BOSTON, MA (zip code 02127), compared to 82 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127?

The median listing price in SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127 is $1,099,000 as of January 2026, a 8.5% increase from $1,012,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127 save an estimated $21,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,099,000. 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.