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Florida housing market cools as prices dip, inventory rises
Florida's housing market is cooling, with median home prices down 1.3% year over year and sales falling 8.7%. Inventory rose 7.5%, giving buyers more options and pressuring sellers to lower prices. Several metros, including Cape Coral-Fort Myers and West Palm Beach, show notable price declines and longer selling times. Experts expect this rebalancing to continue…
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What’s Fueling Florida’s Housing Recovery | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
In 2025, Florida’s housing market is showing signs of recovery after years of sluggish sales and falling prices. New home orders in the state increased slightly in the last quarter, signaling a positive shift in the Real Estate landscape. Sales of move-up homes and active adult communities ↑ 18% yearly, despite affordability challenges in the…
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Florida Housing Market Cools in 2025
Florida's real estate market has cooled significantly, with Tampa, North Port-Sarasota, and Cape Coral among the coldest markets due to soaring home prices, property taxes, insurance, rising inventory, and high mortgage rates. Remote work-driven demand has shifted to Rust Belt and Northeast cities. Buyers now face less competition but still contend with 6-7% interest rates.…
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Roof Ready for Florida Storms | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Choose hurricane-resistant materials like metal, concrete, or high-quality shingles to handle strong winds and heavy rain. Ensure proper roof ventilation to cut down heat buildup and moisture damage, helping your roof last longer. Schedule regular roof inspections twice a year to spot leaks, loose shingles, or structural problems early. Clean gutters and clear debris often…
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Florida Homes Dip: Buyers Might Score Sweet Deals | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Single-family sales ↓ 2.8% YoY; condos/townhouses ↓ 11.8% Pending sales: single-family ↓ 0.7%, condos/townhouses ↓ 6.3% Median price: single-family $410K (↓ 1.7%), condos/townhouses $295K (↓ 6.3%) Economist: Single-family price drops not accelerating; condo declines larger than early year Year-to-date: condo/townhouse median price ↓ ~4.5%
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What Do Homebuyers Pay in Closing Costs in Florida? | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Closing costs usually amount to 3% to 6% of the mortgage. For example, a $450K mortgage could mean ~$13K to $27K in closing fees. In Florida, homebuyers pay an avg of $4,498 in closing costs. The avg transfer taxes in Florida are $4,056, which nearly match the base fees. Florida’s closing expenses include both lender…
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Florida Housing 2026: Reset, Not Collapse | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida’s median home price in 2026 projected to fall another 2.7% to $403,745. Condo and townhouse inventory remains high in 2026 — a buyer’s market stays strong. Condo/townhouse sales volume dropped nearly 20% in 2025 — trend may continue in 2026. Active listings rose nearly 29% in 2025; elevated inventory continues easing pressure in 2026.…
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Florida Foreclosures: Investor Guide | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
Florida distressed properties offer high profit potential, but acquisition strategy critically impacts risks and rewards. Short sales let investors negotiate with owners and lenders, avoiding lengthy foreclosure proceedings. Buying the loan gives full foreclosure control and potential statutory protections against certain lien liabilities. Purchasing foreclosure judgments or winning bids can bypass initial foreclosure risks but…
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Florida Housing Navigates Calm Waters | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
A 2008-style statewide crash is unlikely; expect gradual cooling with localized declines in higher-risk markets. Population growth and strong demand help stabilize prices despite insurance and affordability challenges. Interest rates, insurance costs, and potential economic slowdown could further temper price growth. Market shifting toward buyers, with more negotiation room and balanced supply-demand conditions.
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Florida 2025–2030: Adjustment, Rebound, Then Rise | Brought to you by The Cantrell Team
2025: Market stabilizes with mild price dips (~2–3%) as inventory builds and buyers gain negotiating power. 2026: Period of gentle correction continues; overvalued areas adjust as affordability and high insurance costs weigh on demand.