WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) — Sales of single-family homes in Massachusetts were up more than 20 percent in August when compared to the same month a year ago.
The Massachusetts Association of Realtors reports Monday that last month was the 14th consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases and just the second time since June 2010 that sales have exceeded 5,000 homes, the final month of a federal home buyer tax credit.
The Boston-based Warren Group, which tracks the market, reported that year-to-date sales are up 24 percent this year when compared to 2011.
Both organizations, which use slightly different figures in their calculations, reported that median prices were up slightly last month when compared to August 2011.
The Warren Group's CEO says sales figures confirm speculation that a housing market recovery is under way.
Comcast awards scholarship to Mass. high school seniors
Baby Café in Worcester, Mass. a resource for overwhelmed moms
Worcester, Mass. police chief happy to have back reinstated officers
Worcester City Manager ready to receive his evaluation
What’s Goin’ On: Kim and Kanye’s baby name game
Interest high in Mass. medical pot
Call to end violence after crime spike in Boston
Markey, Gomez clash in final US Senate debate
Investigators at home of Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez
Police investigate possible homicide in North Attleboro, Mass.
Vt. coffee giant honored for energy efficiency
New slogan for Portland, Maine reflects love for life
Body found in North Attleboro, Mass. is a possible homicide
Hitman’s testimony difficult for victims’ families
Former hitman John Martorano provides chilling testimony in Bulger trial
NH seacoast residents in cleanup mode after fast-moving storm
Body found in North Attleboro, Mass. is a possible homicide
Terrifying walk down memory lane in Bulger trial
US Senator Cowen speaks to students at Chandler Elementary School
2 hospitalized, child left uninjured in Dorchester, Mass. car shooting
