Helping families buy, sell and settle estates across Greater Boston.
I lead the Shao Realty Group at RE/MAX Executive Realty, with more than 20 years and 500 homes sold. I price from the comps that actually matter, help buyers win in competitive towns, and guide families through estate and probate sales.
The market right now
Closings from Jul–Sep 2026 across my seven featured towns. Source: MLS PIN, data as of Oct 7, 2026.
- Median single-family sale
- $1,002,500
- Median condo sale
- $775,000
- Single-family sale-to-list
- 100.0%
- Active listings
- 2,872
- Months of supply
- 4.1
Search every Greater Boston listing
Save a search and get new listings the moment they hit MLS PIN, with me on hand for questions and showings.
The towns I know street by street
Each town has its own page with monthly market data from MLS PIN, neighborhood notes and commuting details. Card figures cover closings from Jul–Sep 2026.
Commuter-rail town with a walkable center, Lake Cochituate and Broadmoor in South Natick.
Condo-heavy city of distinct neighborhoods, from brownstone Back Bay to single-family West Roxbury.
Thirteen villages, Green Line and commuter rail access, and one of the deepest markets in Greater Boston.
A city of 72,000 west of Boston, with the widest price range and the most sales in the area.
Green Line town with walkable Coolidge Corner and Brookline Village, almost surrounded by Boston.
Quiet residential town on the Sudbury River, with Wayland Center and the village of Cochituate.
Value-minded town with its own commuter-rail stop on the Framingham/Worcester Line.
Needham, Wellesley, Cambridge, Lexington, Sudbury, Hopkinton and more across Greater Boston.
See every town I serveAll 20 towns I serve
I work in more than 40 communities across Middlesex, Suffolk and Norfolk counties. These are the towns where I do the most business. Every town has its own page with a monthly market report.
September 2026: what the numbers say
Early each month I publish a report for every town I feature: median prices, sale-to-list ratio, days on market, months of supply and a supply and demand chart, plus what those numbers mean if you're buying or selling right now.
Reports come straight from MLS PIN closings, so the numbers match what agents and appraisers see.
Seven featured towns, September 2026
- Closed sales in September
- 545
- Change from the month before
- -19%
- Under agreement now
- 931
- Active listings now
- 2,872
Source: MLS PIN, data as of Oct 7, 2026.
How I sell your home
A plain process, built around getting the price right on day one.
Price from real comps
A full CMA from MLS PIN closings, public records and the homes your buyers will compare yours against.
Prepare the home
A short punch list, professional photography and virtual staging for empty or dated rooms.
Launch to the right buyers
MLS, the portals, and direct outreach to agents whose buyers already match your home.
Negotiate and close
Offer review, the Purchase and Sale Agreement, inspections, smoke and CO certificate, and a clean closing with the attorneys.
Get an instant estimate
Enter your address for an automated value and free home value updates by email. For a price you can list at, I'll follow up with a full analysis built from this month's sales.
Selling a loved one's home, handled with care
When a home is part of an estate, the family has enough to manage. I coordinate the sale with your probate attorney, take care of the vacant home, and help heirs near and far decide between selling as-is or preparing it first.
What I take off your plate
- Coordination
- Attorney, heirs and vendors
- Vacant home
- Checks, heat, security
- Preparation
- Cleanout and repair referrals
- Decision support
- As-is vs. prepared net
- Distance
- Updates for out-of-state heirs
Current listings and recent sales
Homes I'm selling now, homes under agreement, and recent closings, updated automatically from MLS PIN.
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What clients say
★★★★★“Navigating the sale of a property through probate can be a challenging and sensitive process. We were so grateful to have Paul Shao as our real estate agent in Natick, MA to help sell my parent's home. ... His expertise in the local market in Natick ensured we received a fair and timely offer.”
Freddy L.Probate sale in Natick, Google review
★★★★★“We had an outstanding experience working with Paul as both a buyer and a seller. His deep understanding of the local real estate market in Framingham was evident throughout both transactions.”
Cindy L.Bought and sold in Framingham, Google review
★★★★★“When we found the right home in Natick, MA, his experience and expertise really showed because we were up against 9 other offers and we won the bid.”
Jody C.Bought in Natick, Google review
★★★★★“He worked closely with us to find a price we were comfortable with, one that aligned with our goals and attracted serious buyers. His strategic marketing and attention to detail ensured our condo was presented beautifully, which led to multiple offers and a successful sale.”
Julie R.Sold in Watertown, Google review
★★★★★“Paul initially mailed us a detail proposal on our estate property, not a postcard or form letter. ... I don't need flash, I need honesty, comfort, knowledge. Thanks, Paul. He's doing all that.”
Ellen S.Estate sale, Google review
★★★★★“We worked with Paul for both selling our condo south of Boston in Quincy and purchasing our new home in Framingham. ... Paul made it seamless and less daunting, especially with our simultaneous selling and buying transaction.”
Ken N.Sold in Quincy, bought in Framingham, Google review
Paul Shao
I've been a full-time real estate agent for more than 20 years, with over 500 homes sold. I lead the Shao Realty Group at RE/MAX Executive Realty, a firm with 9 offices and more than 200 agents across Greater Boston.
Real estate runs in my family. We've been in the business in Princeton, New Jersey, since 1985, and I earned my New Jersey license in 1997 to help out. After earning a BS in Electrical Engineering from Boston University and working several years as an engineer in Massachusetts, I returned to real estate full time in 2004. That analytical training still shapes how I price homes, read a market and structure offers.
- Residential sales
- Single-family homes, condos and multi-family properties. Most of my business is helping sellers, with pricing and marketing built to get them the most money for their home.
- Estate and probate sales
- Steady, specialized guidance for families selling a loved one's home, including heirs who live out of state. How probate sales work
- Investment property
- I own a personal portfolio of more than 1,000 doors, and I help new and experienced investors buy, run the numbers and build long-term wealth.
Awards and recognition
- RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award
- RE/MAX Platinum Club
- Top 100 RE/MAX Agents in Massachusetts
- Top 10 Sales Agent at RE/MAX Executive Realty
- RealTrends Verified Top Agent
- FastExpert 5 Star Agent and Top Agent in Natick, Framingham, Newton and Quincy
At a glance
- Team
- Shao Realty Group
- Brokerage
- RE/MAX Executive Realty
- Experience
- 20+ years, full time
- Homes sold
- 500+
- Five-star reviews
- 170+ on Google and Zillow
- Coverage
- 40+ communities in Middlesex, Suffolk and Norfolk counties
- Specialties
- Residential, estate & probate, investment
- Education
- BS, Electrical Engineering, Boston University
- Office
- 969 Concord St, Framingham
Notes on buying and selling in Greater Boston
What Massachusetts sellers need before closing
Smoke and CO certificates, Title V, lead paint notices, condo 6(d) certificates and final readings: what each one is and when to schedule it.
Oct 5, 2026From offer to keys: how buying a home works in Massachusetts
Pre-approval, the binding Offer to Purchase, inspections, the Purchase and Sale Agreement and closing, step by step.
Oct 3, 2026Natick or Framingham? How buyers choose between them
Two neighbors on the same rail line with very different feels. Size, prices, commute and neighborhoods compared.
Oct 1, 2026Buying and selling in Massachusetts
What do I need before I can sell a home in Massachusetts?
Every sale needs a smoke and carbon monoxide compliance certificate from the local fire department before closing. Homes on a septic system also need a passing Title V inspection, generally done within two years before the sale. Homes built before 1978 come with lead paint disclosure requirements.
How long does it take to sell a home in Greater Boston?
Well-priced homes in towns like Natick and Framingham often go under agreement within a few weeks. After an accepted offer, the Purchase and Sale Agreement is usually signed within about two weeks, and closing typically follows 30 to 60 days later.
Who handles the closing in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts closings are run by attorneys. The buyer's lender usually has its own closing attorney, and buyers and sellers often hire their own attorneys to review the Purchase and Sale Agreement.
How do you decide what my home is worth?
I build a comparative market analysis from recent MLS PIN closings, pending sales and active competition in your neighborhood, adjusted for size, condition, lot and location. It is more precise than an automated online estimate because it accounts for what those tools can't see.
Find out what your home is worth
Tell me about your home or your search. I reply personally, usually the same day.
969 Concord Street, Framingham, MA 01701