By the Numbers
The typical new apartment in Boston averages just 747 square feet of space, according to new research.
The pace of home-price growth rose nationally but with significant regional differences.
Massachusetts’ strong performance in health and education boosted its score.
Between 2018 and 2023, the number of millennial homebuyers in Boston surged 75.7%.
Active buyers are looking for more expensive homes, while price-constrained buyers are looking at fewer homes altogether.
According to experts, the North Shore gem’s appeal lies in its approachable home prices and proximity to job opportunities.
Of the 50 metro areas surveyed by NAR, several stood out for year-over-year gains in contract signings.
The move was an improvement over July, but sentiment still remained in negative territory.
Looking ahead, Cotality expects the median price of a home to increase 1.5% through June 2027.
Boston ranks among the priciest rental markets nationwide with a median monthly rent 1.75 times higher than the national median.
Massachusetts offers support and a safe environment to new parents, making it the best place in the nation to have a baby, according to a new study.
Nationally, home-price growth topped 1% for the first time in 2026.
The seasonally adjusted annual rate of 628,000 homes topped Wall Street’s estimates.
Repairing foundation cracks or leaky roofs can put a strain on any homeowner’s wallet. But those in Massachusetts may feel the pressure more.
The Commonwealth’s schools led the nation in math and reading test scores.
The triennial survey of 2,000 American residents from the 50 largest metropolitan areas, the National Association of REALTORS® Community and Transportation Preference Survey, found buyers and residents prefer more housing options and communities designed for easy access.
