• Closed Sales Volume: 29 units closed in 2026 Q1–Q2 YTD, representing a 16.0% increase compared to 25 units closed during the same period in 2025.

• Average Sale Price: Increased slightly by +0.7% from $2,569,780 ($2.57M) in 2025 to $2,588,759 ($2.59M) in 2026.

• Average Price per Square Foot: Softened by -4.1%, moving from $1,821.59/sq ft in 2025 down to $1,746.75/sq ft in 2026, largely due to shifts in unit size mix and luxury tier pricing adjustments.

• Market Pace (Days to Offer): Buyer decision timelines shortened, with properties averaging 74 days to offer in 2026 compared to 86 days in 2025 (a 12-day speedup).

• Sale-to-List Price Ratio: Sellers realized 95.47% of their asking price in 2026 versus 97.83% in 2025, signaling increased room for buyer negotiation despite higher overall transaction volume.

• Active Inventory & Months of Supply: Active listings held virtually flat at 68 units in 2026 compared to 67 units in 2025, maintaining a comfortable 12.9 months of supply (a market dynamic that continues to favor well-capitalized luxury buyers).

Ford Realty Menu of Flat Fee Listings for Boston and the North Shore

Buyers receive 60% rebate from our portion of the broker fee

Renters flat fee $1,000 regardless the price of the apartment.

As a home seller, it sounds like you have a solid grasp of the current 2026 landscape for flat-fee listings in the Boston and North Shore areas. Here is a concise breakdown of how those Ford Realty tiers typically function based on the service levels you’ve identified:

1. Basic “Entry Only” – $500.00

• Visibility: Your home is listed on the local MLS, which syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, and local brokerage sites.
• Your Role: You are the primary point of contact. You handle photography, scheduling all showings, vetting buyers, and all contract negotiations.
• Best for: Experienced sellers or those comfortable managing real estate paperwork and logistics independently. 

2. Flat Fee (Assisted) – Starting at $1,500.00

• The Upgrade: The broker takes professional photos and handles the listing setup.
• Added Support: You gain professional guidance for the initial setup, ensuring the listing looks polished to attract higher-quality leads.
• Broker Role: 60-day listing, one open house per month, schedule day and evening showings. The negative is that the full fee is due after 60 days even if the house/condo doesn’t sell or go under agreement.

3. Full-Service – 1% Commission 

• The Full Package: Professional photography and floor plans are included.
• Active Management: The broker hosts one open house per month and handles day/evening showings.
• Logistics: They are physically present for the BFD smoke detector inspection and the home inspection, taking significant stress off your plate. 

Key Financial Reminders

• Buyer’s Side: Regardless of your flat fee, remember to factor in the 2%–3% commission for the buyer’s agent to keep your home competitive.
• Tax/Closing: Budget for the MA transfer tax ($4.56 per $1,000) and ensure all Condo fees are cleared to avoid delays at closing. 

BUYERS REBATE

Boston and North Shore Buyers: We provide a 55% rebate of our commission to you, as the buyer, for homes priced over 500,000.

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