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Welcome to our monthly Burlington, MA real estate market update! If you’ve ever wondered, “So… how’s the market?”...this series is for you. This month, we’re taking a look at how the first quarter shook out.

Market Snapshot at a Glance: March 2026 Stats vs 2025

Ten homes sold in Burlington in March, bringing the grand YTD total to 24.  Here’s how it compared to last year:

  • Median days to accept an offer: 8 (versus 9 in 2025)
  • Median sale price: $813,750k (vs. $823k)
  • Homes sold: 10 (7 homes sold in March 2025)
Photo Credit: Home Listing Photography; Interior of Burlington 3 bedroom home set to hit the market in April for $749,900

As the market moves into the second quarter, Burlington’s housing market remains relatively resilient, though signs of buyer hesitation are beginning to emerge. Higher interest rates and broader economic uncertainty appear to be tempering demand, particularly at higher price points.

The median sale price for homes in the first quarter came in at $813,750, a notable decline of more than $100,000 compared to $925,000 during the same period in 2025. At the same time, new listings dropped nearly 20% year over year, signaling continued constraints on housing supply. Despite these shifts, the median number of days to secure an accepted offer has remained unchanged, suggesting that well-priced homes are still moving at a steady pace.

While buyer caution is increasing, limited inventory continues to support home values and prevent a significant slowdown. 

 Fun Burlington Stats March 2026

Interest Rates

Mortgage rates have been on quite the ride! They dipped to just under 6% in late February for the first time in over three years, but quickly jumped back into the mid-6% range in March as global tensions picked up.

The Federal Reserve’s March meeting didn’t give much clarity, either. Rates were left unchanged, and there’s still no clear timeline for cuts. While we’ve seen a little relief here and there, things are still pretty volatile week to week.

For home buyers out there trying to find a property, even a small swing in rates can shift monthly payments by hundreds of dollars, so we’re seeing people react in real time. Some are jumping in when rates dip, while others are hitting pause when they tick back up. Overall, this isn’t a dramatic shift in the market, but it’s creating a feeling of slight instability under our feet.

Homeowner Tip of the Month: Stop Pests Before They Start

This is the time of year ants, ticks, and other pests start showing up around the house. A quick check now can save you from a bigger headache later.

Seal up any small gaps around doors, windows, and your foundation, and clear out leaves, shrubbery, or debris sitting up against the house. Keeping firewood and mulch a little further away from the foundation also helps minimize pests getting in.

If you have a yard, this is a good time to cut back overgrown areas and keep the grass short to help reduce ticks. And inside, keep an eye out for early signs like small ant trails or moisture spots.

Celebrity Home of the Month: HGTV Star Leanne Ford’s LA home

Leanne Ford is a Pittsburgh-based interior designer with two television shows, Home Again With the Fords and Restored by the Fords.

She purchased this beautiful 1,900 square foot, 3 bed, 3 bath home in Venice, California for $4.4 million just last year, and it’s now on the market again for $4.5 million.

➔ Check it out here

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