The everyday rhythm
The village, harbor, Singing Beach and commuter-rail station sit unusually close together. Daily life can be highly walkable near the center, while outlying streets feel private and wooded.
Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts
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A compact harbor village with Singing Beach, commuter rail and established neighborhoods close to the water.
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Manchester-by-the-Sea Housing Market Update
August 2026 · Single-family residences
$1,877,500
Median sale price
Year to date
+42.0%
30
Homes sold
Year to date
+25.0%
29
Under contract
Year to date
+7.4%
15
Homes for sale
August 2026
−6.3%
Changes compare with the same period one year earlier.
In August 2026, Manchester-by-the-Sea recorded 2 single-family closings, compared with 5 in August 2025. The median sale price was $3,535,000, compared with $1,370,000 a year earlier.
Through August 2026, Manchester-by-the-Sea recorded 30 closings and a $1,877,500 median sale price, compared with 24 closings and $1,322,500 through August 2025.
At the end of August, Manchester-by-the-Sea had 15 single-family homes for sale, compared with 16 a year earlier, and 3.8 months of inventory.
Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update — August 2026, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Single Family Residence. Data from Berkshire County MLS and Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®, Inc. and MLS Property Information Network, Inc.. View the Manchester-by-the-Sea report or browse the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® report library.
Median sales price and percent of original list price received do not account for seller concessions.
Living here
Find your Manchester-by-the-Sea
A compact harbor village with Singing Beach, commuter rail and established neighborhoods close to the water.
Homes and neighborhoods
Expect a mix of older single-family homes, condominiums and properties shaped by the coast. Condition, parking, outdoor space and proximity to the water can vary as much within town as asking price.
Worth knowing
Near the shoreline, review flood exposure, insurance, drainage and past storm work early. For older homes and condominiums, inspection findings, reserves and planned exterior work deserve the same attention as the view.
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Manchester-by-the-Sea real estate questions
What is the median home price in Manchester-by-the-Sea?
Median home prices in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts shift with the season and inventory mix. A Bean Group agent can pull current comparable sales for any neighborhood within Manchester-by-the-Sea.
How competitive is the Manchester-by-the-Sea real estate market?
Buyer demand in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts varies by price band and property type. A Bean Group agent can review current listing and sales activity with you before you write an offer.
How long do homes take to sell in Manchester-by-the-Sea?
Days-on-market in Manchester-by-the-Sea fluctuates seasonally. A Bean Group agent can review the most recent sales activity with you.
What are property taxes like in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts?
Property taxes in Manchester-by-the-Sea are set locally and reassessed periodically. Current rates are published by the municipality; a Bean Group agent can point you to the official figures for any home you're considering.
How do I get my Manchester-by-the-Sea home's value?
Request a free, no-obligation home valuation from a Bean Group agent. We combine recent sales data with an in-person walk-through to give you a defensible number — not an algorithmic guess.
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