Trends

For data-driven stories, to appear under “Trends” menu

Renovation spending has jumped 60% since 2020

In 2020, median renovation spending was $15,000. That amount increased by 60% in three years, with the median home renovation costing $24,000 in 2023.

The best week to sell this year: April 14 – 20

Prospective sellers should prepare to jump on the market — the week of April 14 through 20 will be the best time to sell this year.

NAR: Existing-home sales post biggest gain in a year 

Sales rose 9.5% from January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million.

Don’t paint your house these colors if you’re trying to sell

There’s a reason many homeowners opt for neutral shades when trying to sell their house — certain flashy colors may be off-putting to buyers.

Opendoor: A portrait of first-time homebuyers in 2023

Many buyers entered the housing market for the first time in 2023. But who were these first-timers, and what did their homebuying experience look like?

Massachusetts home to six of the most envied school districts in America

Homebuyers often prioritize certain must-haves when looking for a home, and for those with or planning families, a reputable school district usually tops the list.

Today’s buyers prioritize price over location

Location, location, location … at least that’s how the old real estate adage goes, right?

NAR: Existing-home sales rise 3.1% in January 

The median existing-home price for all housing types was $379,100, up 5.1% from $360,800 a year before.       

Can buying a home lead to love? A new Zillow survey says yes

Home might really be where the heart is. According to a new Zillow survey, 42% of recent homebuyers reported finding love after buying their new home.

NAR: Home prices rise across the country in the fourth quarter of 2023

Single-family home sales prices increased in 189 out of 221 metro areas analyzed, with the median single-family price in the country rising 3.5% year over year to $391,700.

Boston ranks No. 2 in North America for community spirit

Bostonians know all about community spirit, so it comes as no surprise that Beantown took a top spot in a ranking of U.S. cities with the most community spirit. 

Boston Housing Scorecard: Housing starts rise as inventory tumbles

Meanwhile, existing home sales dropped as days on market increased.

Cape Cod town is a top spot for first-time homebuyers

A new report has named a Cape Cod community one of the top 10 best cities in the nation for first-time homebuyers.

Navigating Boston’s cost of living on a $100K salary: How far does It stretch?

Living in some of the country’s top cities can get pretty expensive, and Boston is no different.

December pending home sales surge past expectations 

Pending home sales rose 8.3% month over month, the National Association of REALTORS® said, marking the largest monthly jump since 2020. 

December new-home sales jump 8%

Declining interest rates spurred the increase. 

Oops! We could not locate your form.