homes for sale franklin county: Online Home Values: Helpful Starting Point, Not the Whole Story - 08/22/26 04:01 PM
What homeowners should know about AVMs, online estimates, and the value of a professional market analysis
If you have checked your home’s value online lately, you have probably seen an instant estimate generated by a real estate website. These estimates are known as Automated Valuation Models, or AVMs. They can be useful, fast, and convenient—but they are only one piece of the pricing puzzle.
What Is an AVM?
An AVM is a computer-generated estimate of a property’s value. Major real estate websites use algorithms that pull from available data to produce a value quickly. That data may include:
❖  Public and assessor records
❖  Past sales … (2 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: July 2026 Real Estate Market Update: Franklin & Hampshire Counties - 08/22/26 03:54 PM
The July numbers are in, and the real estate market throughout the Pioneer Valley remained active coming out of the spring market. While Franklin and Hampshire Counties continue to experience many of the same market pressures, the latest numbers show some interesting differences—particularly when it comes to available inventory.
Pioneer Valley OverviewAcross the Pioneer Valley, single-family home sales increased 3.1% in July compared with July 2025, while the median sales price declined 3.6% to $385,000. Pending sales showed significant strength, increasing 25.3%, while new listings were up 13.1%.
Inventory, however, remains limited. The number of single-family homes available for sale throughout the Pioneer … (5 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: Why Aren't More Homeowners Selling Their Homes? - 06/27/26 05:09 AM
Quite often I get questions from buyers who are frustrated by the lack of homes available for sale. One of the most common questions is, "If prices are still strong and homes are selling quickly, why aren't more people putting their homes on the market?"
It's a great question, and the answer comes down to several factors that are keeping many homeowners on the sidelines.
The Mortgage Rate Lock-In Effect
Perhaps the biggest reason is mortgage rates.
Millions of homeowners purchased or refinanced their homes during the historically low interest rate environment of 2020 and 2021. Many secured mortgage rates between 2.5% and 4%.
Today, mortgage … (1 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: Market Update for May 2026 in Franklin and Hampshire County MA - 06/21/26 05:01 AM
Franklin County: Limited Inventory Driving Prices HigherFranklin County experienced a decline in closed sales during May, with 36 single-family homes sold compared to 50 during the same month last year. However, fewer sales did not translate into lower prices. The median sales price increased nearly 15%, rising from $367,500 to $421,290. Inventory remains the primary story, with available homes for sale down more than 30% compared to last year, helping support home values and keeping competition alive among buyers.
Hampshire County Continues to Show Strong MomentumClosed sales increased 12.3%, rising from 81 homes sold last year to 91 this year. The median … (2 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: Why Some Homes Get Multiple Offers While Others Don't - 06/15/26 02:25 AM
The Question Many Sellers Are Asking
If you've been following the real estate market lately, you've probably heard stories about homes receiving multiple offers within days of being listed. At the same time, other properties remain on the market much longer than expected. Many homeowners wonder how both can be true, especially when inventory remains limited throughout Franklin County and much of Massachusetts.
Pricing Still Drives Buyer Activity
One of the biggest reasons some homes receive multiple offers is proper pricing. Buyers today have access to more information than ever before. Within minutes, they can compare listings, review recent sales, and determine whether a … (5 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: Why Aren't There More Homes for Sale? - 06/07/26 04:27 AM

The Question Everyone Is Asking
If you've been searching for a home recently, you've probably noticed one thing—there simply aren't enough homes available. Many people assume higher mortgage rates are the main reason housing remains expensive, but the reality is more complex. Across Massachusetts—and especially here in Franklin County—the biggest challenge facing today's housing market is a lack of inventory.
Massachusetts Faces a Significant Housing Shortage
According to state housing planners, Massachusetts is expected to need approximately 222,000 additional housing units between 2025 and 2035 to meet demand and eliminate the current housing shortage. In Western Massachusetts alone, studies estimate a shortage of approximately … (4 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: Franklin County Real Estate Market Update April 2026 - 05/24/26 05:45 AM

Franklin County Market Remains Active This Spring
The Franklin County real estate market continued to show steady buyer activity throughout April, even as inventory remains limited across the region. According to the REALTOR® Association of Pioneer Valley, Franklin County single-family home sales increased 10.7% year over year, rising from 28 sales in April 2025 to 31 sales in April 2026. Meanwhile, the median single-family sales price adjusted downward by 9.2%, moving from $380,000 to $345,000.
The condominium market also saw significant movement this month. Condo sales in Franklin County doubled year over year, increasing from 6 sales in April 2025 to 12 sales … (3 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: First Impressions Matter: Be Ready for the Spring Selling Season - 04/07/26 01:00 PM

Spring has officially arrived, ushering in one of the busiest and most crucial times in real estate: the spring selling season. If you’re considering putting your home on the market this year, now is the perfect time to begin preparations. Above all, remember that first impressions are key.
Start with the Exterior
A buyer’s experience begins before they ever step inside your home. The moment they pull up, they’re already forming opinions.
After a long winter, prioritize a thorough spring cleanup. Remove any debris, tidy up walkways, and ensure the path to your front door is spotless and inviting. Buyers want to feel welcomed … (4 comments)

homes for sale franklin county: Market Update -Year End 2025 condo sales Franklin & Hampshire Co. MA - 03/30/26 09:17 AM

2025 Year-End Numbers: Condominium Market in the Pioneer Valley
 
The condo market remained steady, with strong sales activity and continued buyer demand, even as inventory and pricing showed some variation.
Pioneer Valley Condo Market Overview
       Sales increased by 8.4%        Median price around $260,000        Days on market increased from 35 to 44 days        New listings slightly down overall        Pending sales up 3.2% Even with some fluctuations in listings, the increase in pending sales shows continued buyer activity heading into 2026.
Franklin County Condo Market
       Closed sales up … (1 comments)