If you’re selling
What this market requires
- Price from the strongest recent comparable sales
- Make the first week count
- Prepare for modest inspection or closing requests
- Monitor competing listings as they enter the market
Your local market at a glance
ZIP code 02638 in Dennis reads 66 on the RealSights Market Pulse, indicating seller leaning conditions as of 2026-10-18.
- ZIP 02638 Market Pulse
- 66 · Seller Leaning As of 2026-10-18
- Dennis Market Pulse
- 71 · Seller Leaning City data as of 2026-10-18
ZIP-level conditions may differ from citywide conditions because inventory, pricing, and buyer activity vary locally. Compare reporting dates before drawing conclusions.
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Market Pulse66—Seller Leaning
Week of October 18, 2026 · Recalculated weekly
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02638 Market Pulse: Seller Leaning
Sellers have the stronger position, though buyers have more opportunity to negotiate than in the strongest markets.
Pending ratio: 61%. About 6-7 out of every 10 homes for sale are finding a buyer — a hot market. Most well-priced homes are getting snapped up. Sellers are more likely to see multiple offers. Homes that sold took about 43 days to sell, which is fast.
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If you’re buying
What this market gives you
- Move promptly on well-prepared homes
- Use longer market time to identify flexibility
- Prioritize repairs or closing help in negotiations
- Keep contract terms focused and credible
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02638 housing market FAQs
Is 02638 a buyer’s market or seller’s market?
Here's what we're seeing: ZIP 02638 currently shows seller advantage, with a ZIP-level Market Pulse of 66 as of 2026-10-18. Sellers may still have the upper hand, though each home still needs competitive pricing.
How does 02638 compare with Dennis overall?
ZIP 02638 reads 66 (seller advantage) as of 2026-10-18, while Dennis overall reads 71 (seller advantage) as of 2026-10-18. Both point to the same balance — sellers still see steady interest from serious buyers, and buyers keep room to negotiate terms. Neither measures an individual home.
Does the 02638 Market Pulse tell me what my home is worth?
No. The Pulse describes negotiating conditions across ZIP 02638 — not what a particular home is worth. A real pricing review needs recent comparable sales, current competing listings, and your home's condition and features.
How recent is the 02638 market reading?
The ZIP-level Market Pulse shown here is from 2026-10-18. RealSights takes new snapshots every Sunday, and the city and other ZIP reports may show different dates.
What should buyers watch in 02638?
Keep an eye on available inventory, pending activity, days on market, and price reductions — and compare nearby ZIP reports. Homes sitting longer may offer more flexibility, but protect your inspection, appraisal, and financing terms. A market score never guarantees a discount.
What should sellers watch in 02638?
Price against current nearby competition and recent closed sales, and watch how quickly homes go under contract. The Dennis report adds broader context, but it's not a home valuation.