September always brings a sense of new beginnings- back-to-school routines, cooler evenings, and renewed energy in the real estate market. This year is no different. We’re seeing a healthy wave of new listings, giving buyers more options as the fall season gets underway. At the same time, mortgage partners are reporting an uptick in purchase applications, a clear sign that buyer demand remains strong. We’re also preparing for important changes to Massachusetts home inspection rules. These new regulations are designed to better protect buyers and will impact how offers are written and accepted. It’s an important shift that both buyers and sellers should understand, and we’ve been preparing so we can guide our clients with confidence. You’ll find key information in this newsletter to help you stay informed.

All the best this season. 

 

Market Update

 

New Massachusetts Home Inspection Rules:

What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

 

Beginning October 15, 2025, new home inspection rules will take effect in Massachusetts. These regulations are designed to protect buyers’ rights to a home inspection and reduce the pressure to waive this step in a competitive market. The changes are significant- and so are the penalties for not complying. This makes it critical for buyers and sellers to work with a real estate professional who understands exactly what this means.

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Community Events

 

Glen Doherty Memorial

Road Race

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Winchester

Spirit Weekend

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Wright-Locke Farm

Oktoberfest

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Wilson Farm

Cider Donuts & Pumpkin Carving

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Featured Listings

 

2 Everett Avenue

Winchester

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331 Lawrence Road

Medford

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48 Salisbury Street

Winchester

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12-14 Howard Street

Malden

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300 Martins Landing, Unit 107

North Reading

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395 Donahue Road, Unit 7

Dracut

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Coming Soon

 

20 Foxcroft Road

Winchester

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112 Church Street

Winchester

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16 Park Avenue, Unit 2

Winchester

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415-417 Washington Street

Winchester

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17 Douglas Drive

Ayer

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Just Sold 

 

70 Woodside Road

Winchester

Sale Price: $1,200,000

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52 Oak Ridge Road

Medford

Sale Price: $845,000

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56 Rublee Street

Arlington

Sale Price: $810,000

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6 Woods Hill Circle

Woburn

Sale Price: $1,100,000

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114 Chestnut Street

North Reading

Sale Price: $1,175,000

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14 Michaels Green - Quail Run, Unit 14

Woburn

Sale Price: $660,000

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9 Lafayette Circle

Wellesley

Sale Price: $2,200,000

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7 Garvey Road, Unit 7

Woburn

Sale Price: $854,000

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129 Highland Avenue, Unit 4

Somerville

Sale Price: $901,000

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5 Allen Street, Unit 5

Woburn

Sale Price: $799,000

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95 Conant Street, Unit 404

Concord

Sale Price: $975,000

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57 Augustus Court, Unit 1013

Reading

Sale Price: $669,000

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Shanahan by the Sea 

 

Summer may be over, but the fall real estate market on Cape Cod is active and full of opportunities. Whether you are buying or selling, The Shanahan Group is here to help you navigate the Cape Cod Market. Please reach out if we can help!

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Nan Shanahan & Karen Garrett The Shanahan Group 

  

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group  

552 Main Street Winchester MA 01890  

781-729-9030  

  

marketing@shanahanre.com  

www.shanahanre.com  

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