Nichole Willey & Team with Keller Williams Cape Cod & Colonial Partners are your #1 resource for real estate and rental market information on Cape Cod and beyond. In this month's February 2026 update, we are seeing some significant shifts in inventory and sales volume across Barnstable County that require a strategic approach.

Breaking Down the Numbers

As we look back at the single-family home market in February, the most glaring trend is the continued tightening of available properties. We saw 142 new listings hit the market, which is a 34.0% decrease year over year. Total inventory for homes for sale sits at just 393 properties, marking a 21.1% drop from this time last year. With only 1.8 months of inventory available, the Cape Cod real estate landscape remains highly competitive for anyone looking to make a move.

What This Means for Buyers and Sellers

While inventory is shrinking, buyer activity has also seen a cooling effect compared to last year. We had 111 properties go pending and 105 properties officially sold, representing decreases of 36.2% and 24.5% respectively.

Interestingly, the time it takes to sell a home has not changed at all. Days on market held perfectly steady at 67 days, a 0.0% change year over year. The median sales price saw a very slight dip of 2.2% to land at $699,000, and sellers are currently getting 93.5% of their list price. These numbers tell us that while there are fewer homes to choose from, pricing your property correctly from the start is absolutely crucial. Setting the right strategy right out of the gate is the best way to navigate these conditions.

Beyond the Sale

Understanding market data is just one piece of the puzzle. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a year-round residence, our crew has the local insight to guide you. Nichole Willey & Team also specializes in a wide variety of housing transitions. We are your local experts for Year-Round and Long-Term Rentals, Short-Term Rentals, and Senior Real Estate (SRES) needs. We know the Cape Cod community inside and out.

Are you ready to map out your real estate goals for the year? Let's have a conversation about your specific situation and build a plan that works for you. Give us a call at 508-737-3567 or shoot an email to [email protected] to get started.