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Massachusetts town one of the most “Christmassy” in America

A survey of 3,000 families sought to discover which holiday-rich destinations families want to visit most during the holiday season.

Officials break ground on new South End development

Officials have broken ground on a new development that will bring 47 new homes for moderate-income and first-time homebuyers in Boston. 

Boston launches initiative to meet demand for ‘missing middle’ housing

The initiative invites developers to submit proposals to create multi-family housing on city-owned properties in Dorchester and Mattapan.

Jamaica Plain mixed-income rental development opens to residents

Created by the Community Builders and JPNDC, the development adds 100 new homes to the city’s housing.

Two Massachusetts cities named top housing markets for 2024

Two Massachusetts housing markets are set to see significant growth in 2024, according to Realtor.com’s Top Housing Markets for 2024 report.

Luxury Plymouth apartment community now leasing units

Rowan at the Pinehills welcomes first residents to the 178-apartment home residence.

Cape Cod listings increase in October; market shows signs it’s moving in the right direction

Listings of homes on Cape Cod rose slightly last month, an indication the market is moving in the right direction.

Massachusetts one of the 20 happiest states in America

Massachusetts has been named one of the happiest states in America by HubScore.

Massachusetts home, condo prices reach new highs

Median home and condo sale prices reached new highs for October last month, spurred by inventory falling far below historical norms, according to a new Warren Group report. 

Housing shortage hampers buyers, drives up prices

The median sale price of a single-family home is up 12.8% from 2022

Mattapan, Mission Hill projects to bring more than 120 new area residences

The Boston Planning & Development Agency approved the projects at 156 Wellington Hill St. in Mattapan and 1558 Mission St. in Mission Hill.

Greater Boston sales slide, prices climb as inventory continues to hamper market

The lack of listings across the Greater Boston housing market had home and condo sales sliding and prices climbing last month. 

Homebuyer demand remains resilient, despite rates, shrinking listings

Last month, homebuyer demand showed its resilience, despite mortgage rates being at a 23-year high and inventory continuing to be limited.

Six Bay State communities make country’s priciest ZIP code list

PropertyShark analyzed residential transactions between Jan. 1 and Oct. 20 to determine the 100 most expensive ZIP codes in the country this year. 

House Buyers of America expands to Boston, Springfield

The company, which specializes in buying and renovating older homes and providing affordable housing, is looking to assist buyers and sellers as it continues its East Coast growth.

Greater Boston’s housing supply up more than 110% from last year

It’s the second year in a row Boston was the top market for year-over-year housing inventory percentage increases. 

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