Is Ware, MA 01082 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Ware housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 60% of homes in Ware, MA 01082 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 18 days and there were 3.3 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 26 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 55%, homes sold faster (25 days then) and the median sale price fell 10% to $329,857. Overall, Ware is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Hampshire County, homes here sell faster than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 86%. On our competition score, Ware ranks #187 of 362 MA ZIP codes with enough sales (score 83 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at West Chesterfield 01084 (0% sold over asking) or Plainfield 01070 (0% sold over asking), while West Hatfield 01088 (100% sold over asking) and Hadley 01035 (72% sold over asking) are even more competitive.