Rodney Cantrell’s Blog

↑3–5% projected annual home-value growth. Inventory growth to slow, yet remain elevated

Enhance curb appeal: A well-maintained exterior creates trust and attracts buyers from the moment they arrive. Declutter and depersonalize: Remove personal items to allow buyers to imagine themselves in the space.

Florida passed SB 184 requiring cities to allow ADUs, aiming to address a worsening housing crisis. ADUs are under-1K sq ft homes with full amenities, banned from short-term rental under 30 days.

Northeast Florida's median home price ↑ 2.9% in April to $389K, while inventory ↑ 10.2%. Closed sales ↓ 3.4% and pending sales ↓ 27.5%, reflecting reduced buyer activity across the region

Economists expect Florida’s housing correction to last 12–18 months, possibly longer if insurance issues persist. Florida’s housing correction is expected to extend through 2026, aligning prices closer to true property values.

New Law HB 615 Allows Email Notices Between Landlords and Tenants Starting July 1, 2025. Dubbed the Electronic Notification Delivery Law, HB 615 modernizes how Florida rental notices are exchanged.

Florida housing inventory surged 35% statewide and 41% in South Florida, highest in a decade. Inland condo listings jumped 37.5%; Atlantic and Gulf coasts saw 27% and 19.2% increases respectively.

A real estate platform graded states on housing affordability and availability based on permits and population. Florida received a final score of 59.4, reflecting low affordability but strong homebuilding activity.

Lake Buena Vista leads the high-end market with a $5.5M median home price near major attractions. Melbourne Beach homes average $626K, driven by strong coastal demand and lifestyle appeal.