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Needham real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Needham real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jun 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Median sale price
$1.7M
-1%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$1.6M
-3.9%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
173
-14%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
118
+18%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
95
-26%
from Q2 '26
New listings
93
-34%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Needham
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Needham
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Needham
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Needham
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Needham
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Needham
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
18
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026 - Aug 2026).
Inventory in Needham is relatively tight in this rolling three-month view, with about 1.6 months of supply and 173 active listings, up notably from a year ago. Even with that year-over-year rise in listings of nearly 17 percent, homes are still moving, as 118 sales closed in the period, an increase of more than 11 percent.
Contract activity has shifted compared with last year, with pending sales up about 20 percent and new listings up more than 24 percent on a rolling basis. At the same time, a larger share of homes is taking longer to secure offers, as median days on market have edged up to 21 days, about 6 percent higher than a year ago.
Pricing is showing more stability than surge, with the typical home value essentially flat year over year while the median list price has climbed about 12 percent. Sellers are seeing slightly less aggressive bidding than last year, as the share of homes selling above list has dropped by around 13 percent and the average sale-to-list ratio has dipped just below last year’s level at about 100.5 percent. In this kind of nuanced market, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a Needham agent who knows how to navigate these trends.
Learn more about what Needham has to offer.
Needham offers residents a warm, family-friendly community with excellent schools, abundant green spaces, and convenient access to Boston, creating a practical and fulfilling everyday life.
Needham offers a practical blend of suburban comfort and urban accessibility, with direct access to Boston via the Needham Line commuter rail and convenient connections to Route 128 and the Mass Pike. Tree-lined neighborhoods, a traditional town center, and strong public services give residents a balanced daily experience.
The walkable downtown features local favorites like French Press Bakery & Café and a range of shops and services along Great Plain Avenue. Families appreciate the well-regarded Needham Public Schools, including Needham High School, and community programs at the Needham Free Public Library. Outdoor recreation is easy to find at Cutler Park, with wetlands trails and birdwatching, and the popular Needham Town Forest for walking and biking.
Daily life is supported by local institutions like Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham and town resources from Needham Parks & Recreation. Nearby destinations such as Newton, Wellesley, Dedham, and Brookline expand options for dining, culture, and shopping while keeping commute times manageable.
Because each neighborhood and price point in Needham has its own nuances, working with a real estate agent who knows local inventory, school districts, and transit options can make decisions far easier. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right Needham expert so the process is more efficient and less stressful.
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“Working with Sarah was the easiest and most rewarding decision I've made. She came highly recommended by someone I trust in the industry, and she absolutely delivered. I owned my home in Somerville for 21 years, and when it was time to sell, it needed some attention. Sarah helped me prioritize where to invest and where to hold back so I got the most out of every dollar. She had wonderful contacts to get the work done, along with a genuine eye for design that guided the interior choices - and she came by herself to help with the final touches. She was thoughtful about timing, invested real care in the marketing and the open houses, and was patient with my endless questions from start to finish. Sarah held my hand through the whole process. I would work with her again in a heartbeat and recommend her to anyone.”
SR Realty
“Spencer, you made the whole process from start to finish seem so easy! You were always such a calming influence and made my needs the top priority in both the selling of my home and the purchase of the condo that I am in love with. You have been so patient and never rushed me to make decisions. You took care of every detail and went far beyond what anyone would expect from their real estate agent. There are no words to express the level of care, expertise and professionalism that you exhibited at all times. I am forever grateful!”
Topp Realtors
“Jill Fitzpatrick went above and beyond in every way. Saying we were lucky to have her as our real estate agent is an understatement. Working with her was 10/10 in every category! Highly, highly recommend.”
Century 21 C21 North East
“Brad was the best Realtor around. He cared deeply and treated my family as his. I can't thank Brad enough. I will recommend him to every single person that I know who is looking to buy or sell a home.”
Century 21 North East
“I can't thank John Dean enough for handing the sale of my home. John's knowledge of the industry and the area was exceptional. He kept me informed of all the issues and guided me with decisions that had to be made. He offered to make several trips to the house to meet and coordinate the inspections and other people that assisted me with the move. Not being available to make it to the property for various reasons being the distance and caring for a disabled husband, John saved me from having to be there. John was there to manage everything for me. If you need a professional agent, look no further than John Dean.”
Engel & Völkers Engel & Volkers Boston
“I interviewed several Realtors, and none of them asked the thoughtful questions that Katherine did to better understand my needs. She also demonstrated a deep knowledge of the Boston program I was using for financing, and her years of experience working in and around Boston was key. But more than anything else, we got along really well in our initial meeting and she had my full trust almost as soon as the process began.”
LAER Realty Partners
“He was honest enough to direct us away from one of the homes that we looked at because of the horrible basement there. He also showed us at least 5+ homes before we settled on the one we're living in now.”
Elias Group Realty
“Can't recommend Smita enough - she is extremely knowledgeable, is well aware of the ins and outs of the local market, and will always guide you towards the best decision based on your requirements. Smita played a huge role in helping me and my wife find our dream home. Being first-time homeowners, we didn't know where to start, but Smita did great due diligence researching individual properties and analyzing local market trends. Before we went to see a property, we had all the links and documents we needed to learn about the property which was immensely helpful in making an informed decision. Smita was always available for us which made the whole process very smooth for us. My wife and I highly recommend Smita and would to work with her again.”
Keller Williams Pinnacle MetroWest
“We were referred to Michelle by a friend. She knows Newton and the surrounding areas; she knows real estate; she knows everyone associated with real estate, including mortgage brokers, inspectors, and insurance agents. Michelle is very professional but also personable. She has a knack for explaining markets trends and is skilled at reading the psychological aspects of an offer/counter-offer. She was extremely responsive and helped us buy an incredible house in a great location - in the hottest market in history! In short, I recommend Michelle with great enthusiasm. She is the absolute best.”
Michelle Lane Real Estate
“Elena is one of a kind just like how she found my perfect home for me in West Boylston, Massachusetts. I am from San Diego, California and never would have imagined to own a home in central Massachusetts but she opened my eyes to a beautiful town of West Boylston and provided great statistical feedback to help me make my decision. I am happy with my decision and a lot of it comes from a skilled and professional agent such as Elena. Highly recommend her.”
Keller Williams Boston Metrowest
“I found Lyn through an online realtor search. She called me right away and I was impressed with her grasp of our complex situation: we were buying a house for us and my mother in law and selling our home as well as my mother inlaw’s home in NJ. Lyn gave us great advice at every turn of this long and sometimes arduous journey!! So glad we hooked up with her from the start! She worked so hard for us!! When our first buyers lost their financing she said she wanted to have an open house every weekend until we got another buyer and she did it! We didn’t deal directly with other century 21 staff but I know Lyn consulted with others from her group at times. It was reassuring to know there was a whole team on our side working for our common goal. Lyn was so professional and reliable; it was truly a pleasure working with her.”
Century 21 The Real Estate Group
“We were matched up with Greg Maund who was an incredible broker and help us get the apartment of our dreams. ”
William Raveis Residential
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