Is Arlington, MA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Arlington is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Arlington has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Arlington is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Arlington, MA

How much do homes in Arlington, MA cost?

Median Sold Price

$1,021,388

$561/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$28,888(+2.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Arlington have sold for 2.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Arlington was $1,021,388 in October 2024, up 2.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $561.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $372K$389K
+4.6%
2 $652K$677.5K
+3.9%
3 $957.5K$980K
+2.3%
4 $1.2M$1.2M
+3.5%
5+ $1.3M$1.4M
+5.9%

Summary: Arlington housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 4.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Medford
+11.1%
Belmont
+10.9%
Winchester
+8.8%
Lexington
+7.1%
Arlington
+2.9%

Housing Supply in Arlington, MA

How many homes are available in Arlington, MA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
120124+3.3%

Summary: The Arlington real estate market had 124 homes for sale in October 2024, a 3.3% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 810
+25.0%
2 2723
-14.8%
3 3543
+22.9%
4 3229
-9.4%
5+ 1819
+5.6%

Summary: The Arlington housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 25%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 14.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 22.9%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 9.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 5.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
39390.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

12 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

23 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Arlington, you could pay more than the asking price. 59% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 39 homes were sold or pending in Arlington in October 2024, the same as the previous month. Of the 39 sold homes, 31% were sold under asking, 10% were sold at asking, and 59% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Arlington, MA

How long does it take to sell a home in Arlington, MA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
25 Days25 Days-0.9%

Summary: Homes in Arlington had an average of 25 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 0.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

29 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Arlington are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 39 homes were sold in Arlington; 74% of homes were sold within 30 days, 23% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 3% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 16 Days Ago

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