September 2026 Rockport Real Estate Market Update

With September data now available, the Rockport real estate market continues to favor buyers as we move into the fall season. Inventory remained elevated but showed little change from August, while homes sold faster and closed sales edged higher. Pricing saw a more noticeable shift, with the median sold price declining significantly after reaching a higher level in August.

Here’s a closer look at how the Rockport market performed in September 2026.

Key Market Metrics

Months of Inventory
Inventory came in at 12.81 months, up just 0.4% from August and 10.1% year over year. After several months of rising supply, September’s relatively small monthly change suggests inventory may be beginning to level off, although conditions continue to favor buyers.

Median Days on Market
Homes spent a median of 87 days on the market, down 13.9% from August. While market times remain longer than earlier in the year, the month-over-month improvement suggests properties that found buyers moved more quickly in September.

List to Sold Price Ratio
The sold-to-list price ratio increased slightly to 95.9%, up 0.3% from August. Buyers continued to have room for negotiation, while sellers received an average sale price relatively close to their asking price.

Median Sold Price
The median sold price fell to $280,500, down 31.9% from August. That is a substantial monthly change, but other September data points to a shift toward lower-priced properties making up a larger share of activity rather than a uniform decline in values across the market.

Additional Market Insights

Looking beyond the headline numbers provides more context around September’s pricing and activity.

New Listings
September brought 119 new listings to the market with a median list price of $349,900. New listing activity declined 11.9% from August, while the median list price fell 7.9%.

Active Listings
There were 692 active listings with a median list price of $395,000. Active inventory changed very little from August, while listings spent a median of 120 days on the market.

Pending Listings
There were 75 pending listings in September with a median list price of $330,000. While the number of pending listings declined slightly, the median pending price increased from August, suggesting activity broadened into somewhat higher price points as the month progressed.

Sold Listings
A total of 54 properties closed in September, up 3.8% from August. Total sales volume came in at approximately $25.21 million. While the median sold price declined sharply, the increase in the number of closings shows buyers remained active.

What This Means for Buyers and Sellers

For buyers, September continued to offer favorable conditions. Inventory remains high, negotiation remains common, and longer overall market times give buyers room to compare properties and make thoughtful decisions.

For sellers, September reinforces the importance of pricing and positioning. Buyers are still making purchases, but with nearly 700 active listings competing for attention, properties need to stand out from the beginning.

Looking Ahead

As we move further into the fall market, inventory will remain one of the most important trends to watch. September’s supply was nearly unchanged from August after several months of increases, while homes that sold moved more quickly. The next few months should give us a better indication of whether inventory has reached a seasonal peak and how buyer activity holds up heading toward the end of the year.

Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the market, our team is here to help you understand what these trends mean for your real estate goals. Explore the latest listings and start your home search today.