Is Becket, MA 01223 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Becket housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 20% of homes in Becket, MA 01223 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 67 days and there were 9.3 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. That’s based on 10 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 28%, homes sold more slowly (49 days then) and the median sale price rose 24% to $442,309. Overall, Becket is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Berkshire County, homes here sell more slowly than in 82% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 61%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Drury 01343 (0% sold over asking) or Stockbridge 01262 (0% sold over asking), while South Lee 01260 (100% sold over asking) and Dalton 01226 (57% sold over asking) are even more competitive.