Yes, Boston’s condo inventory is improving in 2026, with experts projecting a 5% to 10% increase in levels throughout the year. This shift is creating a more balanced “recalibration” after years of extreme seller dominance.

2026 Inventory Trends

General Growth: Active listings in Boston rose by 7.4% year-over-year as of January 2026. Some reports indicate total condo supply has increased by approximately 15% compared to late 2025, moving closer to pre-pandemic norms.
Luxury Glut: The most significant improvement for buyers is in the luxury segment (units over $3M), which is facing an “inventory glut” with supply levels nearly double historical averages.
Market Thaw: A “thaw” is occurring as sellers, previously locked in by low mortgage rates, are finally listing their properties due to life events.
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Impact on Buyers & Sellers

Increased Leverage: Buyers now have more negotiating power, with median days on market (DOM) increasing to approximately 32–38 days.
Neighborhood Scarcity: Despite citywide improvements, inventory remains “critically scarce” in high-demand historic enclaves like Back Bay and Beacon Hill.
Pricing Shifts: For the first time in years, prices have plateaued or slightly decreased in some areas, with roughly 30% of listings seeing price drops in early 2026.
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Future Outlook

While inventory is rising, a “supply cliff” could occur later in 2026 or 2027 because new housing permits as of mid-2025 were down 44% from 2021 levels.

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