North Shore Market Insights
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Here’s a quick look at what’s happening in some of the North Shore’s most desirable communities. I track the data every month using verified reports from the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR).
North Shore Market Insights — Single-Family (August 2025)
Fresh, local data for the coastal North Shore communities I serve. If you’d like historical detail or a deeper dive for your neighborhood, I’m happy to pull it anytime.
| Town | Median Sale Price | Avg DOM | Active | New | Months of Inv. | Sale-to-List % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly | $689,900 | 27 | 24 | 20 | 1.2 | 100.1% |
| Essex | $735,000 | 27 | 5 | 2 | 2.8 | 102.4% |
| Gloucester | $805,000 | 50 | 31 | 12 | 2.7 | 95.1% |
| Ipswich | $1,200,000 | 29 | 25 | 9 | 3.2 | 98.9% |
| Lynn | $607,500 | 27 | 49 | 42 | 1.6 | 100.4% |
| Manchester-by-the-Sea | $1,370,000 | 144 | 12 | 4 | 3.4 | 89.2% |
| Rockport | $1,317,500 | 28 | 8 | 5 | 2.1 | 96.3% |
| Salem | $740,000 | 25 | 21 | 15 | 1.6 | 102.5% |
| Salisbury | $682,500 | 39 | 14 | 7 | 2.9 | 94.6% |
Key Takeaways — August 2025
- Luxury markets (Ipswich, Rockport, Manchester-by-the-Sea) remain strong but show longer days-on-market as buyer patience returns.
- Gloucester and Salisbury are softening slightly, making them smart targets for fall buyers.
- Salem and Lynn continue to see quick turnover, both averaging under 30 days on market and near or above 100% of list price.
North Shore Market Insights — Condos (August 2025)
Condo trends vary widely by complex and town. Here’s a quick snapshot — ask me for building-specific comps or a custom valuation anytime.
| Town | Median Sale Price | Avg DOM | Active | New | Months of Inv. | Sale-to-List % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly | $393,250 | 26 | 5 | 4 | 0.8 | 100.6% |
| Essex | $0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0% |
| Gloucester | $638,500 | 62 | 22 | 5 | 3.6 | 95.9% |
| Ipswich | $762,500 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 1.0 | 101.1% |
| Lynn | $394,950 | 32 | 48 | 18 | 3.6 | 99.3% |
| Manchester-by-the-Sea | $0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3.0 | 0.0% |
| Rockport | $956,500 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 1.3 | 109.2% |
| Salem | $524,950 | 29 | 48 | 28 | 2.0 | 98.4% |
| Salisbury | $630,000 | 24 | 17 | 6 | 4.3 | 99.1% |
Condo Highlights — August 2025
- Rockport condos led on both price and speed, averaging 109% of list price.
- Salem and Lynn are gaining inventory, giving buyers more fall choices.
- Several smaller towns showed no August closings — if you’re in Essex or Manchester, I can pull comps for your building.