"Based on early 2026 search trends and market reports, the most asked questions regarding Boston condos revolve around navigating a "recalibrating" market with higher inventory, high-interest rates (hovering around 6%), and the high cost of condo fees."
"1. Market Conditions & Pricing Is the Boston condo market in a bubble in 2026? (Generally, no; it is considered a "recalibration" with modest 2.5%-4% growth expected, rather than a crash). Are Boston condo prices dropping? (Prices are stabilizing or seeing slight declines in specific segments, particularly luxury, after a 0.9% year-over-year decline in late 2025). Is it better to rent or buy a condo in Boston right now? (With high interest rates and high HOA fees, this is a major concern, as the cost of owning often outweighs renting in the short term)."
"2. Financial & Condo Association Health What is the "health" of the Condo Association? (Buyers are heavily vetting 6(d) certificates for lawsuits and checking for sufficient reserve funds to avoid special assessments). What are the upcoming special assessments? (A major concern is looming, one-time payments for building repairs). What is a "non-warrantable" condo in Boston? (Buyers are asking this to know if they can secure traditional financing, especially for buildings with high investor ownership or pending litigation). 3. Key Neighborhoods & Inventory What are the hottest Boston condo neighborhoods in 2026? (High-demand areas like Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and South End). Why is the luxury ($3M+) condo market in turmoil? (There is an oversupply of high-end, "trophy" units, creating opportunities for negotiation). Does the unit include deeded parking or storage? (Crucial in dense areas like the Seaport)."
Boston's condo market is recalibrating with higher inventory and modest expected growth of 2.5%–4%, not a crash. Prices are stabilizing overall, with slight declines concentrated in luxury segments after a 0.9% year-over-year drop in late 2025. High mortgage rates near 6% and elevated HOA fees make ownership comparatively expensive versus renting in the short term. Buyers are prioritizing condo association health by vetting 6(d) certificates, reserve funds, and potential special assessments. Non-warrantable status complicates traditional financing for buildings with high investor ownership or litigation. Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and South End remain high-demand; luxury oversupply increases negotiation leverage.
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