Massachusetts offers a wide array of homes that blend historic charm with modern conveniences, all within the $1 million price range. From a meticulously renovated Colonial in North Framingham with a bonus two-story barn, to a Gambrel Cape with a serene primary suite and updated features throughout. Imagine living in a historic Salem home with Second Empire architecture, or a cozy split-level home in the suburbs with lush gardens and entertaining spaces. Whether you’re seeking proximity to Boston or tranquil rural surroundings, these properties offer features like chef’s kitchens, private outdoor retreats, and plenty of room to live, work, and entertain. Let’s take a closer look at what $1 million can buy you in the Massachusetts real estate market.
10. Boston, MA – $1,099,000
This property in Boston is priced at $1,099,000. This 2,642 sq. ft. Colonial home, built in 1900, includes five bedrooms and four bathrooms and is located in the Highlands neighborhood with convenient access to Downtown Boston via the Commuter Rail. Recently renovated, the home features an updated kitchen with a large center island, a separate eating area, and WiFi-enabled stainless steel appliances. The second floor includes a laundry room, four bedrooms, and two full bathrooms, including a primary suite with a private bathroom, a barn sliding door, a fireplace, and a sun porch. The third floor offers an additional suite with a private bathroom that can be used as a bedroom, office, or playroom.
Listing Agents: Nicola Yousif & Nicola Yousif @ News Realty LLC. Via Coldwell Banker Realty
9. Salem, MA – $1,049,000
Here’s what you get in Salem for $1,049,000. This 3,176 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 1865, includes four bedrooms and four bathrooms, located in downtown Salem, Massachusetts, within 1/3 mile of the train. The property features Second Empire architecture with a mansard roof, fishscale slate shingles, and dental brickwork. Interior amenities include an eat-in kitchen, two en suite bedrooms, and two staircases for versatile access. Climate control is managed by two new heating systems, a tankless water heater, and ductless mini-split systems.
Listing Agent: Jonathan Blass @ Aluxety Via Coldwell Banker Realty
8. Worcester, MA – $949,000
All this in Worcester for $949,000. This 4,124 sq. ft. single-family English Tudor home, built in 1930 and located in the Westwood Hills neighborhood, features six bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The home includes a spacious foyer with a bridal staircase, a living room with oak woodwork and a gas fireplace, a heated sunroom with updated thermal pane windows, a dining room with dental molding and a built-in china cabinet, and a library with leaded glass bay windows. The eat-in kitchen offers a center island and a separate pantry, and the second floor features dual staircases and replaced windows throughout. The lower level includes a family room or workshop, an exercise room, and a laundry room, with central air, heat, and a natural gas generator supporting the entire home. Outdoor features include stone and brick patios, a slate roof, and insulated attic and lower-level spaces with cell foam.
Listing Agents: Sara Kelleher & Maureen Kelleher @ Coldwell Banker Realty
7. Peabody, MA – $955,000
Here’s an example of a $955,000 home in Peabody. This 1,832 sq. ft. expanded split-level home, built in 1950, includes four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace, and the newly renovated kitchen includes high-end appliances and opens to a deck. The property features a landscaped backyard with a garden, fruit trees, a custom shed with a well for watering, and a fully fenced yard. Hardwood floors run throughout, and a washer-dryer is located on the first floor. The home is under a mile from Brooksby Farms and near shopping centers and highways.
Listing Agent: Brooke Zarbano @ Regatta Realty Via Coldwell Banker Realty
6. Amherst, MA – $949,000
All this for $949,000 in Amherst. This 3,468 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 2004, includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property offers a spacious layout designed for functional living. The home includes modern amenities, well-appointed interior spaces, and ample room for family and guests. Built with attention to detail, the property provides a comfortable environment. Specific features of the property can be customized or reviewed further based on additional details.
Listing Agent: Flora Chen @ Keller Williams Realty Via Coldwell Banker Realty
5. Quincy, MA – $989,000
In Quincy, this is an example of what you can buy for $989,000. This 1,816 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 1939, includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The kitchen was updated in 2010 with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, and the second bathroom was renovated in 2017. The primary suite features dual closets and an en-suite jacuzzi bath added in 2004. Additional updates include windows, roof, and vinyl siding, also completed in 2004. The property includes a front-to-back family room with custom built-ins, a living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a built-in china cabinet, a generous deck, an attached one-car garage, air conditioning, an irrigation system, and refinished hardwood floors.
Listing Agent: John Heaney @ Success! Real Estate Via Coldwell Banker Realty
4. Framingham, MA – $1,089,000
This 3,453 sq. ft. single-family Colonial home, built in 1953, was fully remodeled in 2022-2023 and includes five bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The first floor features a kitchen with a center island, custom cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The second floor includes a master bedroom suite with large walk-in closets and a spa-like bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. The property includes a partially finished basement with a laundry area, two outdoor patio spaces, a two-story detached barn with electricity and heat, and a large shed with electric. The home sits on a corner lot of over half an acre with fenced grounds and hardwood floors throughout.
Listing Agents: Dennis B. Ford & Dennis B. Ford @ Success! Real Estate Via Coldwell Banker Realty
3. Waltham, MA – $999,900
This home in Waltham is all yours for $999,900. This 2,064 sq. ft. single-family Gambrel Cape home, built in 1952, includes four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. Recent renovations include new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, doors, roof, and replacement windows. The first floor features an open concept layout connecting the living room, dining room, and eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island, along with a bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry area. The second floor includes a primary bedroom with a skylight, walk-in closet, and en-suite bath, as well as two additional bedrooms. The property also includes hardwood floors, a finished lower level, central air, a large yard, and a private patio with a fire pit.
Listing Agent: The Shahani Group @ Compass Via Coldwell Banker Realty
2. Fall River, MA – $965,000
In Fall River, $965,000 will get you this property. This 4,290 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 1920, includes three bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home features a grand foyer with a staircase, hardwood floors, and a gourmet kitchen with a large island, stainless-steel Viking appliances, a pantry, and a built-in wet bar. The formal dining room includes French doors, and the family room has a fireplace, built-in window seats, and abundant natural light. The primary suite on the second level includes three closets and a private bathroom. Outdoor amenities include a full kitchen island with a gas grill, a heated saltwater in-ground pool, and a hot tub spa.
Listing Agents: Barbara Huber & Richard Huber @ Plymouth Sails Realty, LLC. Via Coldwell Banker Realty
1. Pittsfield, MA – $924,900
I’d say you get the most modest home for $924,900 in Pittsfield. This 3,797 sq. ft. single-family home, built in 1986, includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms on three levels of living space. The property features hardwood floors throughout, a formal dining room, a living room, a den with a fireplace, and a family room with a large TV and custom bookcases. The gourmet kitchen includes granite countertops, custom lighting, and stainless steel appliances, with everyday dining overlooking the lawns and brook. Outdoor amenities include a full-length deck with an automatic awning, a second walkout deck from the lower level, and a firepit. The finished lower level offers space for exercise, crafts, and games, with windows, glass doors, and a powder room for convenience.
Listing Agent: Tonia L. Scalise @ William Pitt Sotheby’S – Lenox Via Coldwell Banker Realty
It’s wild to see how competitive the housing market is in Massachusetts. I can’t help but feel uneasy about the long-term impacts of buying a home, especially with potential hidden costs popping up. It’s tough to know if we’re making a solid investment or just stretching our budgets too thin.