Market & Moments: Burlington, MA, Real Estate Roundup, September 2025

Welcome to our very first Burlington, MA real estate market update!

If you’ve ever wondered, “So… how’s the market?”— this series is for you. We’re kicking things off with year-to-date stats for 2025, giving you a snapshot of where things stand right now. Moving forward, we’ll be sharing monthly updates packed with fresh numbers, fun facts, and trends to keep you in the know about Burlington’s housing market.

Market Snapshot at a Glance: YTD Stats

The Burlington, MA, real estate market continues to shine as a strong seller’s market in 2025. Year to date, homes in Burlington are selling at an impressive 103.25% of the list price, proving that demand remains high. With just over one month of inventory available, competition among buyers is strong.

• Median days to accept an offer: 17
• Median sale price: $891k (+4.82%)
• Homes sold: 107

Mortgage Rates are Shifting

Mortgage rates have hovered around 7% throughout much of 2025, but over the last couple of weeks rates dropped to their lowest point since October 2024. On September 11th,Mortgage News Daily reported the average 30 year fixed rate at just 6.27%. In addition, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported a 9.2% increase in mortgage applications for the week ending on September 5th, showing that buyers are ready to jump back into the market.

If rates continue to trend downward, Burlington may see even more buyers entering the market this fall. More demand paired with limited inventory will keep Burlington home prices on the rise.

Fun Burlington Stats YTD

• The least expensive home sold was a 3-bedroom cape that closed for $525,000.
• For the median sale price of $891,000, someone snagged this 2,232-square-foot recently updated split level home built in 1970.
• The most expensive home sold was a 17 room home with 6.5 bathrooms, which sold for $2,650,000.  That’s a lot of bathrooms!

What This Means for Buyers and Sellers in Burlington

For anyone navigating the Burlington, MA real estate market, the current conditions create both challenges and opportunities. Home buyers in Burlington should be ready to act quickly, as homes are selling fast and often above asking price. Getting pre-approved and partnering with an experienced Burlington real estate agent can give buyers the edge when the right property becomes available. On the other hand, home sellers in Burlington are benefiting from limited inventory, which often leads to multiple offers and competitive bidding. By pricing strategically and showcasing a home’s best features, sellers can maximize their return in today’s market.

Homeowner Tip of the Month

As cooler weather approaches, now is the perfect time for Burlington homeowners to schedule your heating system maintenance and change furnace filters. A seasonal tune-up ensures your system runs efficiently as the temperatures continue to drop.

Celebrity Home of the Month

Earlier this year, Emma Stone listed her newly renovated Texas estate, and it’s a luxury southern dream. Priced at $23.5 million, the 5 bedroom main house also comes with a 2 bed guest house, pool, hot tub, and a 3 car garage, and it sold just last month to a lucky new owner.