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EAST BOSTON, MA 02128

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇩ 5.1% vs 78 last year
Pending
5
7% pending ratio
Median Price
$665,000
vs $664,950 last year
Average Price
$678,356
⇩ 8.8% vs $743,977 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 36% vs 50 days last year

Market Context

Population: 45,357  ·  Density: 3,485.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $84,023

Typical home value: $657,212  ·  Homeownership: 26.9%

Market Analysis

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

The EAST BOSTON, MA real estate market (02128) currently shows 74 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0% year-over-year, from $664,950 to $665,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 78 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $665,000 (+0% YoY)
  • Average: $678,356 (-8.8% 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 4.6 miles — 447 listings ($1,187,860,494 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02128East Boston, MA 021280.0 mi74$50,198,344$665,000$678,356
02152Winthrop, MA 021521.8 mi33$24,694,593$564,450$748,321
02113Boston, MA 021132.1 mi17$25,013,375$1,336,500$1,471,375
02110Boston, MA 021102.1 mi59$179,330,382$1,837,500$3,039,498
02114Boston, MA 021142.7 mi47$99,486,639$1,144,000$2,116,737
02108Boston, MA 021082.8 mi28$169,796,872$5,995,000$6,064,174
02149Everett, MA 021493.0 mi9$5,081,085$475,000$564,565
02141Cambridge, MA 021413.4 mi22$22,787,798$965,000$1,035,809
02116Boston, MA 021163.4 mi74$314,330,318$2,300,000$4,247,707
02199Boston, MA 021993.8 mi6$68,902,800$6,299,000$11,483,800
02143Somerville, MA 021434.2 mi15$16,832,490$859,050$1,122,166
02139Cambridge, MA 021394.5 mi22$30,070,260$950,000$1,366,830
02115Boston, MA 021154.6 mi41$181,335,538$1,495,000$4,422,818

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EAST BOSTON, MA 02128?

As of January 2026, there are 74 active listings in EAST BOSTON, MA (zip code 02128), compared to 78 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EAST BOSTON, MA 02128?

The median listing price in EAST BOSTON, MA 02128 is $665,000 as of January 2026, a 0% increase from $664,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in EAST BOSTON, MA 02128 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EAST BOSTON, MA 02128?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EAST BOSTON, MA 02128 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EAST BOSTON, MA 02128 save an estimated $13,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $665,000. 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.