South Coast Real Estate Market Update: A Look at the March 2026 Numbers

Welcome to the Bernadette Kelly Group’s March 2026 Market Report. As we evaluate the data across the South Coast this month, our team wants to provide you with the transparency and context necessary to truly understand our local real estate landscape. Raw numbers only tell part of the story, and our goal is to help you interpret these metrics with clarity and confidence.

Key Takeaways

This month’s data is a prime example of inventory-driven averages. In our smaller, coastal communities, a handful of sales can heavily influence percentage shifts. While Wareham demonstrated higher volume and consistent demand, towns like Marion and Rochester saw their monthly figures shaped by the specific composition of homes that happened to close, rather than sweeping shifts in underlying property values.

Deeper Dive: Town-by-Town Data

• Marion: We saw 4 closed sales in March, with an average sale price of $1,111,250 and an average of 69 days on the market. Because of the low volume of transactions, the 8.3% decrease in average price compared to last year is a reflection of the specific inventory mix rather than a depreciation in town-wide property values. Notably, sellers achieved 100% of their list price.
• Mattapoisett: The market recorded 7 closed sales. The average price shifted to $896,086 (a 15% year-over-year increase), while days on market decreased to an average of 49. Homes here are moving at a very healthy pace, and closing at an average of 96% of the asking price.
• Rochester: With only 2 closed sales, Rochester’s data requires careful interpretation. The average price of $802,450 reflects a 37% year-over-year increase, while days on market sits at 212. It is critical to understand that these figures are heavily skewed by a small number of specific closings. They reflect the unique nature of the 2 properties sold this month, not a sudden spike in general property values or a town-wide slowdown in market pace.
• Wareham: Wareham remains the highest-volume market of the four, with 21 closed sales in March. We tracked a steady 16% year-over-year increase in average price, bringing the figure to $552,319. Homes spent an average of 65 days on the market and closed at 99% of list price, showing a balanced and active environment.

What It Means for You

Monthly averages in small, highly sought-after markets require an expert eye to interpret. If you are considering selling in a low-volume town like Marion or Rochester, you cannot rely solely on broad percentage shifts to price your home. Your property’s value is dictated by its unique features, current active competition, and precise market positioning—not an average skewed by a neighbor’s closing. If you are buying, understanding this nuance protects you from overpaying or misinterpreting the pace of the market.

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At the Bernadette Kelly Group, we make the South Coast home. Our commitment to you is rooted in approachable luxury and transparent, logical guidance. We don’t rely on hyperbole; we rely on facts, experience, and a deep understanding of our local communities to help you make informed decisions.

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