National Housing Economist & Boston Lender & Realtor - Mortgage Trends

I am writing a mortgage story on Boston, a well-known college town. Boston is one of the most competitive and expensive housing markets in the United States, with median home prices frequently exceeding $800,000 to $900,000 in the city and nearby Cambridge. For sources, I need a national expert as well as a lender and realtor in Boston. Boston is a renowned university and innovation hub. How does this affect the housing market? How is Boston doing this year in comparison to last year (home sales)? What does Boston offer homebuyers that is unique? What are buyers prioritizing in Boston? Please send me a message if you have source suggestions. Thanks!