This Is The Most Expensive County To Buy A Home In Massachusetts

MASSACHUSETTS — Middlesex County is the most expensive place to buy a home in Massachusetts ... that isn't an island.

Ok, so yes your hunch is correct, both Dukes and Nantucket Counties are the most expensive in the state.

According to data from The Warren Group, the 2023 median sale price of homes in Nantucket County were over $2.5 million, and in Dukes County the median sale price was $1.3 million.

But those don't paint entirely accurate representations of the home market, especially in the case of Nantucket, which is nearly double the media price of the average home in Dukes County, the second most expensive county.

So instead, let's focus on mainland Massachusetts, where Middlesex County has the most expensive 2023 median homes sales at $775,000. That price is a nearly 5 percent increase from the 2022 median of $740,000.

The increase follows a trend seen across the state and in the Boston Metro, which Patch has reported on in previous editions of this column.

Read more: MA Home Sales Reached A New Low In 2023 While Prices Soared

Read more: An Average Boston Condo Now Costs Over $1 Million, Data Shows

In this week's edition, let's get back to the homes though. What does $775,000 get you in Middlesex County?

15 Hillside St., Framingham, Mass.

This three-bedroom, two-bathroom Framingham home comes in slightly under the median price of homes in Middlesex County, listed at $749,000.

According to a listing, this home includes a fenced-in side yard within a cul-de-sac that puts you in a location with views of the Sudbury River and near a walking bridge.

Here's more from the listing:

"Come fall in love with this truly special home in Framingham w/ serene river views! 1st floor opens into a spacious living room w/ wood-burning fireplace, dining room w/ window seat overlooking the backyard, charming 1/2 bath, & an updated kitchen that opens into a DREAM sunroom space w/ vaulted ceilings. You''ll find a stunning window on your way to the 2nd floor, which features 3 bedrooms & a gorgeous full bath w/ tiled shower, barn door & oversized vanity. Bonus finished lower level perfect for extra living or workout space & a laundry room. 2-car garage, large mudroom w/ storage bench, tons of closet space, beautiful patio (2022) perfect for summer & wonderful fenced in side yard - all on a tree-lined cul-de-sac overlooking the Sudbury River & walking bridge. Other updates include new roof & solar panels (2023), HW flooring (2022) & kitchen/bath upgrades. Unbeatable Framingham location in the heart of Saxonville, plus close to the Natick Mall, Mass Pike, & so much more - must see!"