Top Massachusetts markets by PropertyIQ Score
Top metros
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | 94 | A |
| 2 | Springfield, MA | 91 | A- |
| 3 | Providence, RI | 86 | B |
| 4 | Nantucket, MA | 85 | B |
| 5 | Pittsfield, MA | 82 | B- |
| 6 | Greenfield, MA | 77 | C+ |
| 7 | Worcester, MA | 73 | C |
| 8 | Vineyard Haven, MA | 72 | C- |
| 9 | Boston, MA | 70 | C- |
| 10 | Barnstable Town, MA | 59 | F |
Top counties
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hampshire County, MA | 89 | B+ |
| 2 | Hampden County, MA | 84 | B |
| 3 | Plymouth County, MA | 76 | C |
| 4 | Berkshire County, MA | 73 | C |
| 5 | Essex County, MA | 73 | C |
| 6 | Bristol County, MA | 72 | C- |
| 7 | Franklin County, MA | 71 | C- |
| 8 | Nantucket County, MA | 71 | C- |
| 9 | Norfolk County, MA | 67 | D+ |
| 10 | Dukes County, MA | 65 | D |
Massachusetts Real Estate Market
AI-powered housing market analysis for every metro area and county in Massachusetts. Updated monthly with the latest data from Zillow, Redfin, Census, and FRED.
Massachusetts Metro Areas
9 metropolitan areas tracked by PropertyIQ in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Counties
14 counties tracked by PropertyIQ in Massachusetts
+2 more counties in Massachusetts tracked by PropertyIQ
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Massachusetts Real Estate Market Analysis
Finding the right markets to invest in across Massachusetts means looking past headline price figures. The PropertyIQ Score reads every metropolitan area and county in Massachusetts on price momentum from Zillow and demand pressure from Realtor.com, validated against actual market outcomes from 2001 to 2023 — surfacing which markets are positioned to outperform their state and which are set to lag.
Massachusetts housing combines the nation's most prestigious university cluster (MIT, Harvard, 120+ colleges) with the highest concentration of biotech and life sciences employment. Greater Boston's market is defined by structural undersupply, driving consistent long-term appreciation despite high entry prices. Western Massachusetts offers dramatically different economics — Springfield and Worcester present affordability windows for investors who can underwrite the region's distinct economic base.
Use PropertyIQ's scores and interactive analytics to find the right Massachusetts market for your goals. Compare metros side-by-side, explore county-level data for granular insights, or use the Graphs tool to track historical trends for any Massachusetts market over time.
Massachusetts Metro Areas and ZIP Codes
Massachusetts Counties and ZIP Codes
Last updated: 2026-07-16. Data from Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, U.S. Census Bureau, FRED, BLS, and BEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many housing markets does PropertyIQ track in Massachusetts?
PropertyIQ currently tracks 9 metro areas and 14 counties in Massachusetts, each with its own PropertyIQ Score, home value trend, and days on market reading, refreshed monthly.
What does a PropertyIQ Score of 50 mean for a Massachusetts market?
A score of 50 marks Massachusetts's own state average demand momentum. PropertyIQ computes scores nationally across every US market, then calibrates the scale so a Massachusetts market is read against Massachusetts's own typical momentum rather than the national average. A market scoring above 50 is positioned to outperform the Massachusetts average over the next three years, while one below 50 is positioned to lag it.
Where can I find ZIP code level housing data for Massachusetts?
Every metro area and county listed on this page links through to its own ZIP codes, and each ZIP has its own market page with home value, rent, and days on market data. Start from a Massachusetts metro or county below, then drill into ZIP codes for the most localized data available.
What data sources does PropertyIQ use for Massachusetts market data, and how often is it updated?
PropertyIQ ingests fresh data every month from Zillow home values, Realtor.com days on market and price cut activity, Redfin, the US Census Bureau, FRED, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Every metro, county, and ZIP page for Massachusetts shows a last updated date, and PropertyIQ Scores are recomputed monthly once that new source data lands.
Which Massachusetts metro area has the strongest housing demand right now?
As of the latest monthly refresh, Amherst Town-Northampton, MA has the highest PropertyIQ Score among Massachusetts metro areas, indicating the strongest demand momentum in the state relative to its own history. Rankings shift month to month as new home value, days on market, and price cut data arrives, so check back after each monthly update.