Plymouth County, MA Housing Market Update: July 2026

Key Takeaways

• Plymouth County remained a seller’s market in July. Homes sold rose 17% year over year, the median time on market held at 22 days, and half of all sales closed above asking price.
• The median sale price reached $668,041, up 3% year over year—below the national rate of 3% for the first time in over a year.
• Inventory surged 15% to nearly 2,000 active listings, while new listings jumped 19%, signaling growing confidence among sellers even as months of supply remained at just 2.1.

Plymouth County, MA Housing Market Snapshot

Plymouth County’s price growth moderated in July but the market remained firmly tilted toward sellers. The typical home sold for $668,041, up about 3% from a year ago, with pending sales climbing 13% and homes sold rising 17%. Half of all closings landed above asking, the median time on market held at 22 days, and months of supply stayed at just 2.1. Inventory expanded meaningfully but demand kept pace, preventing any real shift in leverage.

Below is a full look at Plymouth County, MA housing data for July 2026, with takeaways for buyers and sellers navigating late summer.

U.S. Housing Market Snapshot

Plymouth County and the nation diverged in demand during July. Nationally, pending sales dipped 1%, active listings edged down 1%, and the median home sat for 49 days. Plymouth County’s pending sales rose 13%, homes sold jumped 17%, and listings moved in less than half the national time. While national prices grew 3% to $407,730, Plymouth County’s price growth of 3% matched the national pace for the first time in more than a year. The local market was still far tighter—2.1 months of supply versus nearly 4 nationally—but the gap in price momentum narrowed.

“The U.S. housing market continued its slow recovery in July, but again felt some bumps in the road,” said Chen Zhao, Redfin’s head of economics research. “Both supply and demand declined for the second month in a row, propping up prices and exacerbating the slow and expensive buyer’s market that has defined the post-pandemic period. Mortgage rate and economic volatility tied to the war in Iran and an unexpectedly hot job market has added a layer of uncertainty as well. Most buyers and sellers won’t see a much improved housing market, but economists are confident that affordability and normalcy will return in the coming years.”

Plymouth County Price Growth Converged With the National Rate

Plymouth County’s median sale price eased to $668,041 in July, up 2.5% year over year but down from June’s $690,000 peak. Nationally, prices rose 3.2% to $407,730. Plymouth County has appreciated roughly 64% since early 2020, and prices have remained above $600,000 for 19 consecutive months. The median price per square foot rose 1% year over year to $378, confirming that the gains reflected underlying value rather than a shift in the mix of homes sold.

Price reductions remained relatively uncommon. About 19% of active listings carried a price cut, essentially flat from a year ago. The typical home sold for about 1% above its list price, and 50% of sales closed above asking, down 1 percentage point year over year. Sellers in Plymouth County still set prices accurately but bidding intensity softened slightly from June’s peak.

Demand Surged as Buyers Competed for Plymouth County Homes

Sellers in Plymouth County maintained the upper hand. The typical home sold for about 1% above asking, closed in 22 days, and 50% of all sales exceeded list price. About 42% of listings went under contract within two weeks, compared with 32% nationally. The local rate slipped from spring’s peak pace, consistent with the normal seasonal moderation that arrives each July as buyer urgency fades slightly from the spring frenzy.

Homes sold told the strongest story: they jumped 17% year over year to 648, far outpacing the national decline of about 1%. Pending sales rose 13% to 622 and the median days on market held steady at 22, less than half the national figure of 49. The volume of deals being struck confirmed that demand in Plymouth County continued to accelerate even as the broader market stalled.

Inventory Expanded but Buyers Kept Pace

Plymouth County saw new listings jump about 19% year over year to 689 in July, and active listings climbed 15% to 1,976—the highest July total since 2019. Sellers who had been reluctant to trade their low-rate mortgages for higher borrowing costs continued to list, drawn by prices that remained near record levels. Nationally, new listings fell about 1% to 375,149, making Plymouth County’s expansion a distinctly local phenomenon.

Despite the supply influx, buyers absorbed the additional listings at pace. Homes sold and pending sales both grew by double digits, and the median time on market stayed well below national norms. Months of supply sat at 2.1—still well below the 4-month national level and the roughly 5 months considered balanced. Sellers benefited from listing into demand that matched or exceeded the new supply; buyers gained more selection without gaining meaningful pricing power.

The High Tier Saw the Strongest Competition While Luxury Prices Spiked

Redfin analysis of MLS data • Rolling three-month period (May-July 2026) • *Luxury tier based on 39 sales; interpret with caution.

The high tier led in competition: prices rose 2% year over year, sales jumped 10%, and more than half of homes sold above list price with above-list activity rising 2 percentage points. The starter tier remained the most active by volume with 572 sales, saw 6% price growth, and 61% of homes sold above asking. That combination of strong price gains and high above-list rates suggested buyers in the starter tier continued to face fierce bidding.

The luxury tier posted an 11% price gain, but only 39 homes sold in this bracket and days on market rose 8 days to 36. That combination of extreme price growth on low volume with slower absorption likely reflected a small number of high-value closings skewing the median rather than broad luxury demand. Buyers in the high tier faced the most consistent competition; those shopping in the non-luxury middle had slightly less intensity than a year earlier.

How Buyers and Sellers Can Navigate Plymouth County’s Market

If you’re buying in Plymouth County, preparation is your best tool in a market this tight. Homes sold in a median of 22 days and half went above asking. Get financing fully approved, not just pre-qualified, before touring. With only 2 months of supply available, desirable properties attract multiple offers quickly. The high tier saw the fiercest above-list activity; buyers in the starter segment encountered the highest rate of bidding wars but moved decisively on homes priced accurately.

If you’re selling, conditions still favor confident pricing, but the margin for error narrowed slightly from spring. The average home sold for about 1% above list, inventory turned over quickly, and fewer than 20% of listings needed a price cut. New listing activity was up 19%, meaning you’re competing with more sellers than last year. Set an honest price aligned with recent comparable sales, and you’ll likely draw competitive offers. Overprice it, though, and the listing risks stalling while fresh inventory pulls buyers elsewhere.

Plymouth County, MA Market Data by City

Rolling three-month period (May-July 2026). Cities with 50+ sales shown.

This article has been generated, in whole or in part, using generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology, with input from Redfin head of economics research Chen Zhao. While efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of this information, you should independently verify all data, facts, and citations contained in this article before relying on it for any purpose. This information is not a substitute for advice from a real estate agent, financial advisor, or other licensed professional. County-level data is not seasonally adjusted. Check the Redfin Data Center for additional in-depth housing market data.

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