Compare two states
Statewide asking prices, inventory and pace side by side. Change either state; the link updates so you can share the comparison.
| Measure, September 2026 | Massachusetts | Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $714,250 | $522,500 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | −5.2% | −0.5% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +18.1% | +11.5% |
| Median days on market | 45 days | 41 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 17.2% | 13.8% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Massachusetts ($714,250) is 36.7% higher than in Connecticut ($522,500).
- Over the past year, asking prices are down 5.2% in Massachusetts and down 0.5% in Connecticut.
- Homes for sale are 18.1% above a year ago in Massachusetts, and 11.5% above a year ago in Connecticut.
- The typical listing spends 45 days on the market in Massachusetts, 4 days longer than in Connecticut (41).
- 17% of listings in Massachusetts have had a price cut, compared with 14% in Connecticut.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.