Lisa Ramos Real Estate Sales

05/29/2026

🏠 Looking for Housing 🏠

I have someone looking for a 1-bedroom apartment or studio for rent.

✔️ Budget: $1,100/month or less
✔️ Non-smoker
✔️ No pets
✔️ Responsible and reliable tenant

If you know of anything available or coming available, please send me a message. Referrals are greatly appreciated!

05/11/2026

North Shore Market Monday 🏡
Week of May 11, 2026

Cape Ann is shifting as we head into peak season — and if you’re a homeowner, this matters.

📊 This week:

* ~30% of homes are reducing price
* Buyers are negotiating again
* Inventory is slowly rising

📊 Market Snapshot (This Week)

Gloucester
Median Price: $855,000
Days on Market: 8

Rockport
Median Price: $995,000
Inventory: Ultra-low

Essex
Median Price: $795,000
Market Trend: Steady growth

Manchester-by-the-Sea
Median Price: $2,050,000
Luxury Market: Highly competitive, low inventory

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💰 What this means for sellers:

✔️ Well-priced homes are still moving
✔️ Overpriced homes are sitting and adjusting
✔️ Strategy matters more than ever

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🌊 Local insight:

Boating season is almost here — and that always brings a wave of coastal buyers to the North Shore.

This is your window to get ahead of it.

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📲 Thinking about selling?
Let’s position your home to win.

📞 978-290-3005
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Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.

05/04/2026

🌊 NORTH SHORE MARKET MONDAY

Gloucester • Rockport • Essex • Manchester-by-the-Sea

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📊 Market Snapshot (This Week)

Gloucester
Median Price: $845,000
Days on Market: 9

Rockport
Median Price: $985,000
Inventory: Extremely limited

Essex
Median Price: $785,000
Market Trend: Continuing upward

Manchester-by-the-Sea
Median Price: $2,025,000
Luxury Market: Strong demand with multiple-offer scenarios

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💡 Tip of the Week

As competition increases, buyers are placing a premium on turnkey homes. Properties that feel move-in ready — with updated kitchens, fresh paint, and clean presentation — are commanding top dollar.

If you’re preparing to sell, focusing on simple upgrades and presentation can significantly boost your return.

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🏡 Lisa Ramos Real Estate Sales

LisaRamosRealEstateSales.com
📞 978-290-3005

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.

04/30/2026

See you at Touch-A-Truck 2026!

The event will be Sunday, May 17 from 10AM–1PM at Beverly High School. Bring the whole family to check out big trucks, meet the people who keep our city running, and support the on-site food drive with a donation.

04/27/2026

We recognize the volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to strengthening our communities. Your commitment is invaluable.

04/27/2026

📊 🔥 THIS WEEK – ADVANCED MARKET INSIGHT

🏡 Median Home Prices (Right Now)

📍 Gloucester

* ~$724,000 – $777,000
* Typical value around $735K–$760K range

👉 Mid-market coastal city with broad price ranges depending on neighborhood

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📍 Rockport

* ~$1.10M – $1.25M (median listing / sale range)
* Some lower recent sales (~$700K–$850K), but true market positioning is over $1M

👉 Luxury coastal town — pricing swings based on inventory

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📍 Manchester-by-the-Sea

* ~$1.08M – $1.5M+
* High-end market with luxury influence

👉 One of the strongest luxury markets on the North Shore

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📍 Essex

* ~$636,000 – $900,000
* Wide range due to low inventory + mixed property types

👉 Smaller, tighter market — prices jump based on limited listings

⏱ Days on Market (DOM) – Cape Ann Trends

* Gloucester: ~25–35 days
* Rockport: ~35–50 days (luxury skew)
* Essex: ~20–30 days (low inventory = faster when priced right)
* Manchester-by-the-Sea: ~40–60 days (high-end patience)

👉 What this means:

* Entry-level / mid-range = still moving fairly quickly
* Luxury = slower, more negotiable, more thoughtful buyers

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📉 Price Reductions (This Week Trend)

* Roughly 25–35% of active listings have had at least one price reduction
* Most reductions happening in:
* Overpriced homes
* Luxury segment ($1M+)
* Homes sitting past 3–4 weeks

👉 Pattern:

* First price = test the market
* Second price = meet the market

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🤝 REAL Negotiation Insight (THIS is what agents don’t say publicly)

💥 What buyers are doing:

* Waiting 10–20 days before making offers
* Asking for:
* Closing cost credits
* Inspection concessions
* Price adjustments after inspection

💥 What sellers are doing:

* Accepting clean offers over highest offers
* More open to:
* Contingencies (depending on price point)
* Negotiation after inspection (big shift from 2021–2022)

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🎯 THE TRUTH RIGHT NOW:

* Well-priced homes = still competitive
* Overpriced homes = sitting + getting reduced
* Luxury market = negotiable
* Strategy matters more than timing

Expect more listings in ver the next few weeks, but don’t expect buyers to jump fast!

🌊 LOCAL INSIGHT
Boating season is right around the corner, every year we see a spike in demand for coastal homes as soon as the weather turns.

If you are thinking of selling or making a move to the North Shore, this is the window before it heats up!

If you are thinking of buying or selling? Let me help you stay 3 steps ahead of the market!

978.290.3005

04/20/2026

📊 Market Snapshot (This Week)

Gloucester
Median Price: $825,000 (up from $815,000 last week)
Days on Market: 11

Rockport
Median Price: $965,000
Inventory: Extremely tight

Essex
Median Price: $765,000
Market Trend: Upward momentum

Manchester-by-the-Sea
Median Price: $1,975,000
Luxury Market: Highly competitive with limited listings

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💡 Tip of the Week

In a competitive market, strategic timing matters. Listing early in the week — especially midweek — can maximize visibility and build momentum heading into weekend showings.

The right timing can help generate more traffic and stronger offers.

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📩 Reach out for your personalized home value or buying strategy.

LisaRamosRealEstateSales.com
📞 978-290-3005

03/30/2026

Cape Ann Weekly Real Estate Market Report

Coverage area: Gloucester • Rockport • Manchester-by-the-Sea • Essex

Market Activity (Recent Week + Current Conditions)

New Listings: ~12 new homes hit the market this past week
Pending Sales: ~9 properties went under agreement
Closed Sales: ~11 homes closed

Active Inventory: ~42 homes currently available across Cape Ann

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Pricing Trends
• Median Sale Price: ~$735,000
• Average Sale Price: ~$780,000
• Coastal and updated homes continue to command premium pricing, especially in Rockport and Manchester-by-the-Sea

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Market Speed
• Average Days on Market: ~30 days
• Well-priced homes are still going under agreement in 2–3 weeks

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Price Reductions / Negotiation
• ~25% of listings have seen price reductions
• Sale-to-list ratio averaging 97%–99%, depending on pricing and condition