Is Williamsburg, MA 01096 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Williamsburg is a buyer’s market. With about 7 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply7Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list40%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list96.8%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market18Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$248▼ −5.9% vs. last year

The Williamsburg housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 40% of homes in Williamsburg, MA 01096 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 18 days and there were 7 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 5 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 35%, homes sold faster (21 days then) and the median sale price fell 22% to $324,859. Overall, Williamsburg 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 less often over asking than in 67%.

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.

Nearby markets

Amherst 01002Seller’s market $314 /sq ftAmherst 01003 — /sq ftBelchertown 01007Seller’s market $258 /sq ftChesterfield 01012Buyer’s market $87 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Williamsburg real estate

Is Williamsburg a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 7 months of supply in Williamsburg, MA 01096 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Williamsburg?

The typical home went under contract in 18 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Williamsburg sell over asking?

40% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.8% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Williamsburg?

About 1.43% of a home’s value a year in Hampshire County, or roughly $5,720 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Williamsburg?

The median sale price was $324,859 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $248 per square foot.

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