Northampton, MA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Northampton's Demographic Profile

Northampton has 11,138 households and a median income of $75,117, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A -20% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 26,116
# Households 11,138
Median age 42
Median household income $75,117
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 5,011
5-year population change -20%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Easthampton $148 20,592 SF 7.00%
South Hadley $108 27,954 SF 7.00%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Northampton $173 8,071 SF
Easthampton $126 14,615 SF
Hatfield $163 10,064 SF
Hadley $163 12,376 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Northampton $199 57,521 SF 5.10%
Easthampton $204 32,887 SF 10.00%
South Hadley $192 9,465 SF 10.00%
Holyoke $145 33,576 SF 10.00%
Granby $224 5,670 SF 10.00%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Northampton

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

85K SF VALUE-ADD INDUSTRIAL OFF I-91

Florence, MA 01062

  • 85,804 SF Industrial Building
  • Auction Sale
For Sale

71 Pleasant St

Northampton, MA 01060

  • 2,761 SF Retail Building
  • $689,000
For Sale

131 Texas Rd

Northampton, MA 01060

  • 9,836 SF Flex Building
  • $1,300,000
For Sale

15-24 Paquette & 142-144 West St ave

Northampton, MA 01060

  • 9,855 SF Multifamily
  • 5.10% Cap Rate
  • $2,495,000
For Sale

193-195 Northampton St, Easthampton

Easthampton, MA

  • $4,300,000
For Sale

127 Elm St

Hatfield, MA 01038

  • 2,040 SF Retail Building
  • $450,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Number of Listings

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Cap Rate

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Northampton pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Northampton $168 26,247 SF
Florence $232 25,640 SF
Leeds $35 82,000 SF
Easthampton $121 29,032 SF
Hatfield $192 19,972 SF

Multifamily Properties For Sale in Northampton

For Sale

79 King St

Northampton, MA 01060

  • 133,263 SF Multifamily
  • $3,900,000

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Northampton alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Northampton or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Northampton 26,116 11,138 42 $75,117 2 5,011 -20%
Florence 9,430 4,125 50 $83,333 2 1,109 -21%
Leeds 1,274 523 55 $89,411 2 134 -21%
Easthampton 13,944 6,462 46 $67,262 2 2,585 -22%
Hatfield 2,682 1,249 52 $79,375 2 356 -25%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Northampton, MA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Northampton

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Is Northampton a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Northampton offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Northampton?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Northampton. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Northampton?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Northampton. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Northampton compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Northampton. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Northampton acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Northampton, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.