Is Wareham a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Wareham is currently a seller's market with 2.3 months of supply. 45.5% of homes sell above asking price, and 20% go pending within two weeks. The Ridley Sell Score for Wareham is 68/100 (Moderate), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Wareham?

The median home price in Wareham is $496,750, up 4% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $340. Homes sell in a median of 31 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 97.9%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Wareham, Massachusetts?

On a $496,750 home in Wareham, a traditional listing agent charges around $14,903 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $39,740 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $13,904, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $11,404 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Wareham agent?

A traditional Wareham listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $14,903 on a $496,750 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $13,904–$11,404 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Wareham?

The median home in Wareham currently spends 31 days on the market before going under contract. 20% of homes go pending within two weeks. At a 97.9% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation. Only 12% of listings see a price drop, suggesting sellers can hold firm on pricing.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in Massachusetts?

No. Massachusetts does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $496,750 home, that could save you up to $11,404.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in Massachusetts. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $14,903 commission.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Wareham, Massachusetts?

The median home in Wareham sells for $496,750 with prices up 4% year-over-year. The average seller pays $14,903 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $11,404.

Wareham Real Estate Market Conditions — March 2026

68out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Moderate

68/100

A balanced market with opportunities for well-priced homes.

What this means for sellers

The Wareham market is balanced — neither strongly favoring buyers nor sellers. Accurate pricing is key: overpriced homes will sit, but correctly priced listings are still moving. Focus on presentation and pricing strategy to stand out. Sellers who prepare well can still achieve strong results.

Inventory TightnessFavors sellers

2.3 months of supply — below the 5-month balanced threshold — 21% above the Massachusetts average of 1.9.

Price MomentumNeutral

Prices up 4% year-over-year — vs. 0% statewide.

Seller LeverageNeutral

Homes selling at 97.9% of asking — buyers are negotiating 2.1% below list. Massachusetts average is 99.3%.

Bidding ActivityFavors sellers

45.5% of homes selling above list price — 25% above the Massachusetts average of 36.5%.

Sale SpeedFavors sellers

31 median days on market — 9 days faster than the Massachusetts average.

Market UrgencyNeutral

20% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 42.5% statewide.

Price StabilityNeutral

Only 12% of listings have dropped their price — sellers are holding firm. Massachusetts average is 20%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$496,750

+4%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$340

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

97.9%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

2.3

Seller’s market

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Somewhat Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

45.5%

Moderate demand

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

12%

Well-priced market

Pending in 2 Weeks

Percentage of listings that went under contract within 14 days.

20%

Slower pace

12-Month Price Trend

$485,000 → $496,750

▲2.4%

$550K$500K$450K

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Data updated March 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Wareham?

The average Wareham homeowner saves $11,404 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $496,750 home.

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Your Wareham home value

$496,750

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$14,903

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Wareham?

The total cost to sell a house in Wareham in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $14,903 with a traditional 3% commission on a $496,750 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$14,903	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$13,9092.8% avg	$9,935~2% avg	$9,935~2% avg	$13,9092.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$7,451	$7,451	$7,451	$7,451
Total cost	$36,263	$20,885	$18,385	$21,360
Net proceeds	$460,487	$475,865	$478,365	$475,390
You save	—	$11,404	$13,904	$14,903No support