Best Time to Buy in Massachusetts
When Massachusetts home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
February
Most Expensive Month
July
Discount Opportunity
-17.5%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7,489 | $650.2K | $329 | -12.6% |
| February | 6,162 | $614.2K | $328 | -17.5% |
| March | 8,098 | $662K | $359 | -11.1% |
| April | 9,452 | $698.7K | $373 | -6.1% |
| May | 11,356 | $723.5K | $391 | -2.8% |
| June | 13,026 | $742.2K | $387 | -0.3% |
| July | 8,754 | $744.3K | $379 | peak |
| August | 8,121 | $697.3K | $361 | -6.3% |
| September | 6,655 | $703.8K | $358 | -5.4% |
| October | 6,202 | $686.9K | $357 | -7.7% |
| November | 9,911 | $656.8K | $327 | -11.8% |
| December | 11,491 | $664K | $329 | -10.8% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 106,717 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.