Is Housatonic, MA 01236 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housatonic is a seller’s market. With about 3.8 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Housatonic housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Housatonic, MA 01236 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 50 days and there were 3.8 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. 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 fell from 13%, homes sold faster (64 days then) and the median sale price rose 27% to $649,719. Overall, Housatonic is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Berkshire County, homes here sell more slowly than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, South Lee 01260 (100% sold over asking) and Dalton 01226 (57% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Housatonic real estate
Is Housatonic a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.8 months of supply in Housatonic, MA 01236 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 Housatonic?
The typical home went under contract in 50 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Housatonic sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Housatonic?
About 1.32% of a home’s value a year in Berkshire County, or roughly $5,280 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Housatonic?
The median sale price was $649,719 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $332 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology