A Data-Driven Look at Boston’s Neighborhoods & Luxury Segments

As 2025 winds down, Boston’s condominium market reflects a city transitioning into a more balanced environment — one where strategic pricing, accurate valuation, and informed timing are more critical than ever.

Citywide Themes: A Market Regaining Balance

Inventory is rising modestly, days on market are lengthening in several neighborhoods, and buyers have more negotiation power than they did from 2021–2023. Still, Boston’s core areas remain resilient.

Neighborhoods like South Boston, South End, and Back Bay lead in transaction volume, while value zones such as Dorchester and East Boston continue attracting first-time buyers and long-term investors.

Key Neighborhood Insights

South Boston Condo Market (204 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $815,250

• Median $/SqFt: $841.63

• Median DOM: 25

South Boston remains one of Boston’s highest-demand markets, driven by new construction, downtown access, and rapid development along the Andrew and Broadway corridors.

South End Condo Market (167 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $1,073,000

• Median $/SqFt: $1,162.50

• Median DOM: 27

Premium renovations, historic charm, and unmatched walkability continue to push the South End into top-tier pricing territory.

Charlestown Condo Market (94 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $925,000

• Median $/SqFt: $915.84

• Median DOM: 20

One of the fastest-moving markets in Boston thanks to strong demand and tight inventory.

Dorchester: Three Distinct Submarkets Offering Strong Value

Dorchester 02125 (60 Units Sold)

• Median Price: $572,500

• Median $/SqFt: $547.20

• Median DOM: 46.5

More inventory = more negotiation power for buyers.

Dorchester 02122 (53 Units Sold)

• Median Price: $595,000

• Median $/SqFt: $528.43

• Median DOM: 29

Investor-friendly and consistently stable.

Dorchester 02124 (60 Units Sold)

• Median Price: $579,000

• Median $/SqFt: $489.51

• Median DOM: 27

One of the lowest price-per-square-foot areas in Boston — an affordability anchor.

Luxury Condo Market Overview (Units $1.3M+)

Back Bay Luxury Market (161 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $1,359,500

• Median $/SqFt: $1,305.54

• Median DOM: 37

Premium demand remains steady with timeless streetscapes and unmatched amenities.

Beacon Hill Luxury Market (56 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $1,231,250

• Median $/SqFt: $1,296.64

• Median DOM: 26.5

Historic charm drives long-term price resiliency.

Seaport Luxury Market (33 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $1,967,500

• Median $/SqFt: $1,709.56

• Median DOM: 58

The Seaport leads in price per square foot but buyers are moving more slowly, evaluating options carefully.

Waterfront Luxury Market (46 Units Sold)

• Median Sale Price: $1,536,500

• Median $/SqFt: $1,114.13

• Median DOM: 49.5

Harbor views continue to command premium pricing even as absorption slows.

Looking Ahead to 2026

• Buyers have more leverage in mid-market neighborhoods.

• Luxury remains active but more selective.

• Hyper-local strategies outperform citywide assumptions.

• Accurate pricing and presentation matter more than ever.

• Stabilizing rates set the stage for a strong early 2026 market.

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