Brookline neighborhood intelligence
Market interpretation
What changed in the Longwood market?
Across the 12 complete months ending August 2026, closed sales were down 76.7% year over year. Average sale price was up 86.2% year over year and average price per square foot was up 6.6% year over year.
The latest monthly interpretation is held until its stored Market Report row matches the transaction warehouse.
12-month market pulse
Volume, pricing, and pace by month
These views expose variation hidden by a single annual median. Every observed month shows its calculated descriptive statistics; small samples are disclosed in the methodology and are not used for directional conclusions.
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How the second half compared with the first
| Measure | Sep 2025–Feb 2026 | Mar 2026–Aug 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 7 | 3 | ▼ 57.1% |
| Median sale price | $1.655M | $1.155M | ▼ 30.2% |
| Average price / sq. ft. | $815 | $997 | ▲ 22.3% |
| Sold over asking | 28.6% | 33.3% | ▲ 4.7 pts |
Changes can reflect property mix and seasonality; they are not evidence that every property moved by the same amount.
View the exact monthly data
| Month | Sales | Sale price | $ / sq. ft. | DOM | Sale/list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 0 | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — |
| Oct 2025 | 3 | Avg $1.365M Median $880,000 | Avg $732 Median $672 | Avg 54.3 Median 19.0 | Avg 97.9% Median 97.8% |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | Avg $1.655M Median $1.655M | Avg $956 Median $956 | Avg 24.0 Median 24.0 | Avg 100.3% Median 100.3% |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | Avg $2.493M Median $2.493M | Avg $789 Median $789 | Avg 26.5 Median 26.5 | Avg 98.5% Median 98.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | Avg $2.051M Median $2.051M | Avg $975 Median $975 | Avg 23.0 Median 23.0 | Avg 102.6% Median 102.6% |
| Feb 2026 | 0 | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — |
| Mar 2026 | 0 | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — |
| Apr 2026 | 0 | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — |
| May 2026 | 1 | Avg $3.75M Median $3.75M | Avg $1,071 Median $1,071 | Avg 12.0 Median 12.0 | Avg 98.7% Median 98.7% |
| Jun 2026 | 2 | Avg $1.077M Median $1.077M | Avg $960 Median $960 | Avg 17.5 Median 17.5 | Avg 100.6% Median 100.6% |
| Jul 2026 | 0 | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — |
| Aug 2026 | 0 | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — | Avg — Median — |
Compare like with like
Condominiums and houses are separate comparison sets
Property type, building, condition, parking, outdoor space, and association health can materially change the relevant evidence.
Included sales by property type
Condominium
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Single-family
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| Measure | Condominium | Single-family |
|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 8 | 2 |
| Median sale price | $1.077M | $2.9M |
| Average price / sq. ft. | $831 | $1,023 |
| Median days on market | 21.5 | 17.5 |
| Sold over asking | 25.0% | 50.0% |
Small segment samples are context, not a standalone pricing model.
Decision notes
What the evidence changes for buyers and sellers
For sellers
Build the comparison set before the price
Start with comparable sales by property type, size, condition, parking, outdoor space, and building characteristics.
Request a property-specific valuationFor buyers
Separate the home from the building risk
Compare property types separately and verify building, municipal, transit, and school details for the exact address.
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Longwood market FAQs
What period do the Longwood market statistics cover?
The current page summarizes Sep 2025 – Aug 2026, with verified data through August 31, 2026. The reporting window advances only after the completed monthly data passes the Market Intelligence validation checks.
How is the Longwood market area defined?
The page uses the neighborhood classification stored with the MLS-reported residential records in the Bushari Market Intelligence warehouse. It is a market-context area, not a legal, postal, or school-assignment boundary.
Do these neighborhood statistics establish the value of a specific home?
No. The figures describe the included market cohort. A property-specific analysis must also account for property type, size, condition, parking, outdoor space, building characteristics, and current competition.
How should school assignment be checked for a Longwood address?
Verify the exact address directly with Public Schools of Brookline. Neighborhood names and real-estate market classifications do not determine enrollment.
Property-specific analysis
