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Housing Market Narrative - September 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for Seltember 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows lowest interest rates in a year.

State of the Market

  • September’s interest rate was recorded at 6.1%, down from 6.4% in August. This is the lowest interest rates have been since September 2024.
  • The median home price for September was recorded at $378,000, down 1.3% from August’s median home price of $382,950. This is the third month in a row median home price has fallen.
  • Inventory for September was recorded at 13,007, down 2.2% from August when inventory was recorded at 13,306. This is the fourth month in a row inventory decreased.
  • Homes spent an average of 72 days on the market (DOM) in September – down from 75 in August.
  • Pending sales increased 3.0%, with 3,798 in September compared to 3,687 in August.
  • Overall sales decreased by 2.6% from August to September. There were 2,306 sales in August and 2,245 sales in September.
  • New listings rose 0.5% from August to September, with 3,371 new homes on the market in September, compared to 3,353 in August.
  • “Falling interest rates are beginning to inject some welcomed energy into the market. At the same time, a slight dip in prices and days on market suggests the market is finding balance,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “We’re not seeing the frenzy of a few years ago, but we’re seeing movement – a healthy pace that benefits both buyers and sellers. These trends could set the stage for an active fall market in Central Florida.”

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory fell 2.2% from August to September. Inventory in August was 13,306, and inventory in September was 13,007.
  • The supply of homes went up to 5.79 months in September, up 0.4% from 5.77 months in August. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • In September 2024, there was only a 5.14-month supply of homes on the market.
  • The number of new listings increased from August to September by 0.5% – from 3,353 homes to 3,371 homes
    .

Sales Snapshot

  • 1,793 single-family homes sold in September, down 0.8% from 1,808 sales in August. The median home price was $406,000.
    • There were 1,795 single-family homes sold in September 2024.
  • 247 condos sold in September, down 12.4% from 282 sales in August. The median home price was $205,000.
    • There were 234 condos sold in September 2024.
  • 205 townhouses/villas sold in September, down 5.1% from 216 sales in August. The median home price was $320,000.
    • There were 220 townhouses/villas sold in September 2024.
  • 28 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.2% of all home sales in September. This is a 3.4% decrease from August, when only 29 distressed homes sold.  

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for September can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Previous Monthly Reports

Housing Market Narrative - August 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for August 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows a drop in sales, inventory, and new listings as Orlando continues to shift to a buyer’s market.

State of the Market

  • August’s interest rate was recorded at 6.4%, down from 6.5% in July. This is the lowest interest rates have been in 2025.
  • Overall sales decreased by 9.6% from July to August. There were 2,551 sales in July and 2,306 sales in August.
  • Inventory for August was recorded at 13,306, down 1.9% from July when inventory was recorded at 13,557.
  • New listings fell 11.5% from July to August, with 3,353 new homes on the market in August, compared to 3,788 in July.
  • Pending sales decreased 2.2%, with 3,687 in August compared to 3,771 in July.
  • Homes spent an average of 75 days on the market (DOM) in August – up from 69 in July.
  • The median home price for August was recorded at $382,950, down 1.8% from July’s median home price of $389,999.
  • “Over the past month, we’ve seen a drop in inventory and homes sitting on the market for longer periods of time,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “When you take this, and couple it with the lowest interest rate we’ve seen all year, this certainly makes it a great time for buyers to enter the market. For sellers, they must be pricing their home reasonably to avoid it sitting on the market and having to lower the listing price.”

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory fell 1.9% from July to August. Inventory in July was 13,557, and inventory in August was 13,306.
  • The supply of homes went up to 5.77 months in August, up 8.6% from 5.31 months in July. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • In August 2024, there was only a 4.34-month supply of homes on the market.
  • The number of new listings decreased from July to August by 11.5% – from 3,788 homes to 3,353 homes.

Sales Snapshot

  • 1,808 single-family homes sold in August, down 10.7% from 2,025 sales in July. The median home price was $415,000.
    • There were 2,102 single-family homes sold in August 2024.
  • 282 condos sold in August, up 6.0% from 266 sales in July. The median home price was $200,000.
    • There were 301 condos sold in August 2024.
  • 216 townhouses/villas sold in August, down 16.9% from 260 sales in July. The median home price was $330,000.
    • There were 252 townhouses/villas sold in August 2024.
  • 29 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.3% of all home sales in August. This is a 52.8% increase from July, when only 21 distressed homes sold. 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for August can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month June be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - July 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for July 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows interest rates reach lowest level this year.

State of the Market

  • July’s interest rate was recorded at 6.5%, down from 6.7% in June. This is the lowest interest rates have been in 2025.
  • Overall sales increased by 1.5% from June to July. There were 2,513 sales in June and 2,551 sales in July.
  • Inventory for July was recorded at 13,557, down 1.7% from June when inventory was recorded at 13,793.
  • New listings fell 1.7% from June to July, with 3,788 new homes on the market in July, compared to 3,854 in June.
  • Pending sales decreased 5.2%, with 3,976 in June and 3,771 in July.
  • Homes spent an average of 69 days on the market (DOM) in July – up slightly from 67 in June.
  • The median home price for July was recorded at $389,999 – keeping in line with May and June’s median home price of $390,000.
  • “Nationwide reports show that mortgage rates have now dipped to their lowest point in nearly a year, and that’s welcome news for both buyers and sellers across Central Florida,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “As we move into the final months of summer, this drop could help reinvigorate the market by increasing affordability and bringing some hesitant buyers back into the mix.”

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory fell 1.7% from June to July. Inventory in June was 13,793, and inventory in July was 13,557.
  • The supply of homes fell to 5.31 months in July, down 3.2% from 5.49 months in June. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • In July 2024, there was only a 4.21-month supply of homes on the market.
  • The number of new listings decreased from June to July by 1.7% – from 3,854 homes to 3,788 homes.

Sales Snapshot

  • 2,025 single-family homes sold in July, up 2.3% from 1,979 sales in June. The median home price was $425,000.
    • There were 2,067 single-family homes sold in July 2024.
  • 266 condos sold in July, down 5.3% from 281 sales in June. The median home price was $193,700.
    • There were 311 condos sold in July 2024.
  • 260 townhouses/villas sold in July, up 2.8% from 253 sales in June. The median home price was $324,450.
    • There were 274 townhouses/villas sold in July 2024.
  • 21 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.8% of all home sales in July. This is a 19.2% decrease from June, when 26 distressed homes sold.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for June can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month June be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - June 2025

Housing Market Narrative - June 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for June 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows a drop in new listings as some Orlando sellers pull out of the market.

State of the Market

  • New listings fell 8.4% from May to June, with 3,854 new homes on the market in June, compared to 4,208 in May.
  • Inventory for June was recorded at 13,793, down 1.2% from May when inventory was recorded at 13,957.
  • Overall sales decreased by 1.5% from May to June. There were 2,551 sales in May and 2,513 sales in June.
  • Pending sales decreased 6.2%, with 4,238 in May and 3,976 in June.
  • Homes spent an average of 67 days on the market (DOM) in June – down slightly from 68 in May.
  • The median home price for June was recorded at $390,000 – the same as May.
  • June’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, down from 6.8% in May.
  • "We are seeing a national trend of delistings from sellers who aren’t getting the price they want for their home,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “Realtor.com reported that delistings have jumped 47% over the last year, including in Orlando. This trend shows that sellers need to be realistic about their asking price, as we could see a shift to a buyer’s market later this year."

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory fell 1.2% from May to June. Inventory in May was 13,957, and inventory in June was 13,793.
  • The supply of homes rose to 5.49 months in June, up 0.3% from 5.47 months in May. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • In June 2024, there was only a 4.15-month supply of homes on the market.
  • The number of new listings decreased from May to June by 8.4% – from 4,208 homes to 3,854 homes.

Sales Snapshot

  • 1,979 single-family homes sold in June, down 4.2% from 2,066 sales in May. The median home price was $429,000.
    • There were 2,049 single-family homes sold in June 2024.
  • 281 condos sold in June, up 17.6% from 239 sales in May. The median home price was $195,000.
    • There were 315 condos sold in June 2024.
  • 253 townhouses/villas sold in June, up 2.8% from 246 sales in May. The median home price was $335,000.
    • There were 237 townhouses/villas sold in June 2024.
  • 26 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.0% of all home sales in June. This is an 18.2% increase from May, when 22 distressed homes sold.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for June can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Previous Monthly Reports

Housing Market Narrative - May 2025

Housing Market Narrative - May 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for May 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows nearly 14,000 homes on the market heading into busy summer season.

State of the Market

  • Inventory for May was recorded at 13,957, up 4.9% from April when inventory was recorded at 13,304.
    • This is the highest inventory since January 2011.
  • Overall sales increased by 3.7% from April to May. There were 2,459 sales in April and 2,551 sales in May.
  • Pending sales rose 2.1%, with 4,151 in April and 4,238 in May.
  • Homes spent an average of 68 days on the market (DOM) in May – down slightly from 70 in April.
  • The median home price for May was recorded at $390,000, up slightly from $389,900 in April.
  • May’s interest rate was recorded at 6.8%, up from 6.6% in April.
  • New listings fell 6.6% from April to May, with 4,208 new homes on the market in May, compared to 4,503 in April.
  • “As we head into the summer season, the Orlando housing market is gaining momentum with more homes available and steady sales activity,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “For buyers, the increase in inventory offers more choices and a chance to explore options that fit their needs. For sellers, it’s a signal to stay competitive—pricing and presentation matter more than ever in a market where consumers are weighing their options carefully.”

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 4.9% from April to May. Inventory in April was 13,304, and inventory in May was 13,957.
  • The supply of homes rose to 5.47 months in May, up 1.1% from 5.41 months in April. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • In May 2024, there was only a 3.53-month supply of homes on the market.
  • The number of new listings decreased from April to May by 6.6% – from 4,503 homes to 4,208 homes.

Sales Snapshot

  • 2,066 single-family homes sold in May, up 5.4% from 1,960 sales in April. The median home price was $420,000.
    • There were 2,247 single-family homes sold in May 2024.
  • 239 condos sold in May, down 8.1% from 260 sales in April. The median home price was $190,000.
    • There were 354 condos sold in May 2024.
  • 246 townhouses/villas sold in May, up 2.9% from 239 sales in April. The median home price was $347,500.
    • There were 308 townhouses/villas sold in May 2024.
  • 22 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in May. This is a 8.3% decrease from April, when 24 distressed homes sold.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for May can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA. 

Housing Market Narrative - April 2025

Housing Market Narrative - April 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for April 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows strong sales and inventory as market heats up.

State of the Market

  • Overall sales increased by 62.4% from the start of the year to April. There were 1,514 sales in January and 2,459 sales in April.
  • There were 4,151 pending sales in April.
  • Inventory for April was recorded at 13,304, up 41.9% from April 2024, when it was recorded at 9,376.
  • The median home price for April was recorded at $389,900.
  • April’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%.
    • Interest rates have hovered in the 6.0-range since October 2024.
  • There were 4,503 new listings in April.
  • Homes spent an average of 70 days on the market (DOM) in April.
  • "April’s housing data projects a promising summer for those looking to make a move in Orlando’s real estate market, with a notable increase in both sales and inventory,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “As interest rates remain steady, buyers and sellers alike are taking advantage of more available homes, creating a balanced and dynamic market as we head into the busy summer season.”

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory in April was 13,304 homes.
  • The supply of homes was 5.41 months in April. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings in April was 4,503.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for April can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA. 

Housing Market Narrative - February 2025

Housing Market Narrative - February 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for February 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows rise in sales and pending sales as winter winds down.

State of the Market

  • Overall sales increased by 21.3% from January to February. There were 1,514 sales in January and 1,837 sales in February.
  • Pending sales rose by 20.7%, with 3,320 in January and 4,006 in February.
  • Inventory for February was recorded at 12,411, up 6.1% from January when inventory was recorded at 11,697.
    • This is the highest inventory since October 2014.
  • The median home price for February was recorded at $385,000, up from $375,000 in January.
  • February’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, down from 6.8% in January.
  • New listings fell 1.9% from January to February, with 4,140 new homes on the market in February, compared to 4,220 in January.
  • Homes spent an average of 76 days on the market (DOM) in February – up slightly from 74 in January.
  • "With Orlando's housing inventory on the rise, buyers have more options, which has contributed to a recent increase in overall sales and pending sales as we approach spring,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “With the highest inventory we’ve had in more than a decade, now is an opportune time for buyers to take advantage of increased options, negotiate favorable terms, and find the perfect home before competition heats up.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 6.8% in January to 6.7% in February.
  • Pending sales rose 20.7%, with 3,320 in January and 4,006 in February.
  • 23 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.5% of all home sales in February. This is a 1.2% increase from January, when 18 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 6.1% from January to February. Inventory in January was 11,697, and inventory in February was 12,411.
  • The supply of homes fell to 6.76 months in February, down 12.6% from 7.73 months in January. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings decreased from January to February by 1.9% – from 4,220 homes to 4,140 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for February can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA. 

Housing Market Narrative - January 2025

Housing Market Narrative - January 2025

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for January 2025

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows spike in new listings to kick off the year.

State of the Market

  • New listings spiked 68.1% from December to January, with 4,220 new homes on the market in January, compared to 2,510 in December.
  • Inventory for January was recorded at 11,697, up 16.4% from December when inventory was recorded at 10,049.
    • This is the highest inventory since July 2015.
  • Pending sales rose by 24.8%, with 2,661 in December and 3,320 in January.
  • The median home price for January was recorded at $375,000, down from $380,000 in December.
  • January’s interest rate was recorded at 6.8%, up from 6.5% in December.
  • Homes spent an average of 74 days on the market (DOM) in January – up from 68 in December.
  • Overall sales decreased by 29.7% from December to January. There were 2,154 sales in December and 1,514 sales in January.
  • “Sales slowed in January coming off of the holidays, which is typical for this time of year. More notably, though, new listings and pending sales rose as people kicked off the year by entering the market,” said Lawrence Bellido, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “Higher inventory is exactly what buyers have been waiting for, and with more homes to choose from, now is a perfect time for people to make their homebuying dreams a reality. Sellers today will need to make sure their homes are market ready and be realistic with pricing to set themselves apart.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.5% in December to 6.8% in January.
  • Pending sales rose 24.8%, with 2,661 in December and 3,320 in January.
  • 18 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.2% of all home sales in January. This is a 5.9% increase from December, when 17 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 16.4% from December to January. Inventory in December was 10,049, and inventory in January was 11,697.
  • The supply of homes rose to 7.73 months in January, up 65.5% from 4.67 months in December. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • This is the highest supply of homes since November 2010.
  • The number of new listings increased from December to January by 68.1% – from 2,510 homes to 4,220 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for December can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA. 

Housing Market Narrative - December 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for December 2024

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association releases overall 2024 data, revealing demand for homes held strong as inventory rose and buyers adjusted to higher interest rates.

2024 Annual Market Recap

(Cumulative 2024 totals compared to cumulative 2023 totals)

  • The overall median home price in 2024 was recorded at $385,000, an all-time high and increase of 3.9% compared to 2023 when the overall median home price was recorded at $370,500.
    • 2023 previously held the record for highest overall median home price.
    • For further comparison, the overall median home price in 2022 was $365,000.
  • Overall sales in 2024 decreased by 7.1% with a total of 28,321 sales. Overall sales in 2023 were recorded at 30,499.
    • Single family home sales decreased in 2024 by 5.3% for a total of 22,216 sales compared to 23,464 sales in 2023.
    • Condo sales decreased in 2024 by 17.9% for a total of 3,290 sales compared to 4,007 sales in 2023.
    • Townhome sales decreased by 7.0% in 2024 for a total of 2,815 sales compared to 3,028 in 2023.
  • "As interest rates rose throughout 2023 from historic lows during the pandemic, many buyers and sellers waited on the sidelines, hoping for a drop. In 2024, these buyers and sellers accepted the current rates and re-entered the market to secure a home," said Lawrence Bellido, 2025 President of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. "The market is now much more stable and balanced than in previous years. In 2025, I expect sales to increase. For anyone hoping to secure a home this year, now is the time to connect with a local REALTOR® and a loan officer to make these dreams a reality."

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fluctuated in the 6.0 levels throughout 2024.
    • The average interest rate in 2024 was 6.5%.
  • Homes spent an average of 58 days on the market.

Inventory

  • At the start of the year, inventory was recorded at 8,217 – 4.78 months of supply. Supply continued to rise in the following months.
  • In November 2024, inventory was recorded at 11,604 – 6.43 months of supply. This was the first time since February 2011 that the Orlando area witnessed a balanced market. (The real estate market is considered balanced when there is 6 months of supply.)
  • Closing the year, inventory was recorded at 10,049 in December – 4.67 months of supply.
  • The average monthly inventory for 2024 was 10,289. The average monthly inventory for 2023 was recorded at 6,243.

December 2024 Summary

  • Interest rates decreased from 6.7% in November to 6.5% in December.
  • December’s median home price was recorded at $380,000 – the same as in November.
  • Homes spent an average of 68 days on the market in December, up slightly from November when the average was 67.
  • Inventory dropped in December, decreasing by 13.4% from November, for a total of 10,049 homes on the market.
  • Overall sales in December increased 19.3% from November, with 2,154 sales recorded.
  • New listings dropped, with 2,510 new listings in December, compared to 3,185 new listings in November.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for December can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date. 

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.  

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA. 

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows record median home price for second time this year.

State of the Market

  • The median home price for June was recorded at $395,000, up from $385,000 in May. This is the highest monthly median home price on record in the Orlando area. This is the second time in 2024 the record has been broken.
  • Inventory for June was recorded at 10,796, up 5.0% from May when inventory was recorded at 10,282. This is the sixth month in a row inventory has risen. The last time inventory was this high was November 2015.
  • Overall sales fell 10.6% from May to June. There were 2,601 sales in June, down from 2,909 sales in May. This breaks a four-month streak of rising sales.
  • June’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, up from 6.6% in May.
  • Pending sales fell by 8.3%, with 4,298 in May and 3,940 in June.
  • New listings fell 8.4% from May to June, with 4,143 new homes on the market in June, compared to 4,521 in May.
  • Homes spent an average of 54 days on the market (DOM) in June – the same as in May and April.
  • "Demand in the Orlando market is holding strong this summer, as evidenced by yet another record-breaking median home price in June,” said Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “The good news for buyers is that we are continuing to see inventory rise. More inventory gives buyers more options and more power to negotiate with the seller in the home-buying process."

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.6% in May to 6.7% in June.
  • Pending sales fell 8.3%, with 4,298 in May and 3,940 in June.
  • 25 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.0% of all home sales in June. That represents a 47.1% increase from May when 17 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 5.0% from May to June. Inventory in May was 10,282, and inventory in June was 10,796.
  • The supply of homes rose to 4.15 months in June, up 17.4% from 3.53 months in May. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings decreased from May to June by 8.4% – from 4,521 homes to 4,143 homes.

You can find ORRA's full State of the Market Report for May here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - November 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for November 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows a balanced market for the first time since February 2011.

State of the Market

  • The supply of homes in Central Florida rose to 6.43 months in November, up from 5.45 months in October. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • February 2011 was the last time there was a six-month supply of homes.
  • Inventory for November was recorded at 11,604, up 2.2% from October when inventory was recorded at 11,357.
  • November’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, up from 6.4% in October.
  • The median home price for November was recorded at $380,000, down from $388,990 in October.
  • Homes spent an average of 67 days on the market (DOM) in November – up from 60 in October.
  • Overall sales decreased by 13.4% from October to November. There were 2,085 sales in October and 1,805 sales in November.
  • Pending sales rose by 18.7%, with 2,767 in October and 3,285 in November.
  • New listings fell 2.3% from October to November, with 3,185 new homes on the market in November, compared to 3,260 in October.
  • “We have watched our market slowly settle over the last 12 months, and we now have what we consider a ‘balanced market’ for the first time in many years,” said Rose Kemp, president of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “As we near the end of 2024, I expect sales to cool as families focus on the holiday season, then ramp back up as we move toward springtime. Now is the perfect time to connect with your local REALTOR® to discuss your real estate goals for 2025. Start planning to take advantage of this balanced market's exciting opportunities for buying or selling in the year ahead.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.4% in October to 6.7% in November.
  • Pending sales rose 18.7%, with 2,767 in October and 3,285 in November.
  • 16 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in November. This is a 5.9% decrease from October, when 17 distressed homes sold.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 2.2% from October to November. Inventory in October was 11,357, and inventory in November was 11,604.
  • The supply of homes rose to 6.43 months in November, up 18.0% from 5.45 months in October. A balanced market is six months of supply.
    • This is the highest supply of homes has been since January 2011.
  • The number of new listings decreased from October to November by 2.3% – from 3,260 homes to 3,185 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for October can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - October 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for October 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows break in nine-month streak of rising inventory.

State of the Market

  • Inventory for October was recorded at 11,357, down 1.8% from September when inventory was recorded at 11,560. This breaks a nine-month streak of rising inventory.
    • Inventory in October 2024 was still 45.4% higher than in October 2023.
  • October’s interest rate was recorded at 6.4%, up from 5.9% in September.
  • The median home price for October was recorded at $388,990, up from $380,000 in September.
  • Homes spent an average of 60 days on the market (DOM) in October – up slightly from 58 in September.
  • Overall sales decreased by 7.3% from September to October. There were 2,249 sales in September and 2,085 sales in October.
  • Pending sales fell by 20.7%, with 3,490 in September and 2,767 in October.
  • New listings fell 7.6% from September to October, with 3,260 new homes on the market in October, compared to 3,530 in September.
  • “We saw a break in the nine-month streak of rising inventory in October, as interest rates rose back into the 6.0s,” said Rose Kemp, President of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “While inventory has shifted, this still represents a significant improvement compared to last year, offering more opportunities for buyers. With the holidays approaching, we typically see a market cooldown, but it will be exciting to see how the rest of the year unfolds. Additionally, with the election period now over, its impact on market conditions will also be interesting to follow.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 5.9% in September to 6.4% in October.
  • Pending sales fell 20.7%, with 3,490 in September and 2,767 in October.
  • 17 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.8% of all home sales in October – the same as in September.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory fell 1.8% from September to October. Inventory in September was 11,560, and inventory in October was 11,357.
  • The supply of homes rose to 5.45 months in October, up 6.0% from 5.14 months in September. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • This is the highest supply of homes has been since January 2015.
  • The number of new listings decreased from September to October by 7.6% – from 3,530 homes to 3,260 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for October can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - September 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for September 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows highest inventory in nearly ten years.

State of the Market

  • Inventory for September was recorded at 11,560, up 0.4% from August when inventory was recorded at 11,511. This is the ninth month in a row inventory has risen. The last time inventory was this high was September 2015.
    • Inventory in September 2024 was 71.1% higher than in September 2023.
  • September’s interest rate was recorded at 5.9%, down from 6.1% in August. This is the lowest interest rates have been since August 2022.
  • Homes spent an average of 58 days on the market (DOM) in September – up slightly from 57 in August.
    • This is a 41.5% increase compared to September 2023 when homes spent an average of 41 days on the market.
  • The median home price for September was recorded at $380,000, down from $384,500 in August.
  • Overall sales decreased by 15.3% from August to September. There were 2,655 sales in August and 2,249 sales in September.
  • Pending sales fell by 1.9%, with 3,556 in August and 3,490 in September.
  • New listings fell 8.5% from August to September, with 3,530 new homes on the market in September, compared to 3,856 in August.
  • “Lower interest rates and rising inventory levels are setting the stage for a balanced Orlando housing market as we enter Q4,” said Rose Kemp, President of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “With the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cuts and a significant increase in available homes, many buyers who have been waiting on the sidelines are now finding opportunities to achieve the American dream of homeownership.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 6.1% in August to 5.9% in September.
  • Pending sales fell 1.9%, with 3,556 in August and 3,490 in September.
  • 17 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.8% of all home sales in September. This is a 54.5% increase from August, when 11 distressed homes sold.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 0.4% from August to September. Inventory in August was 11,511, and inventory in September was 11,560.
  • The supply of homes rose to 5.14 months in September, up 18.6% from 4.34 months in August. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • This is the highest supply of homes has been since January 2015.
  • The number of new listings decreased from August to September by 8.5% – from 3.856 homes to 3,530 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for September can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - August 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for August 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows interest rates reached a two-year low

State of the Market

  • August’s interest rate was recorded at 6.1%, down from 6.6% in July. This is the lowest interest rates have been since August 2022.
  • Homes spent an average of 57 days on the market (DOM) in August – up from 55 in July.
    • In August 2023, homes spent an average of 41 days on the market.
  • Inventory for August was recorded at 11,511, up 3.2% from July when inventory was recorded at 11,158. This is the eighth month in a row inventory has risen. The last time inventory was this high was September 2015.
    • Inventory in August 2024 was 88.2% higher than in August 2023.
  • The median home price for August was recorded at $384,500, down from $390,000 in July.
  • Overall sales held steady from July to August. There were 2,655 sales in August, compared to 2,652 sales in July.
  • Pending sales fell by 11.1%, with 3,999 in July and 3,556 in August.
  • New listings fell 5.2% from July to August, with 3,856 new homes on the market in August, compared to 4,067 in July.
  • “Interest rates have dropped to their lowest level since August 2022, providing much-needed relief for buyers,” said Rose Kemp, President of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. “This decrease can significantly reduce monthly mortgage payments by hundreds of dollars. Additionally, buyers have more leverage and options, with homes staying on the market longer and inventory increasing. Now is the perfect time to explore the market, find your dream home, and secure a favorable rate.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 6.6% in July to 6.1% in August.
  • Pending sales fell 11.1%, with 3,999 in July and 3,556 in August.
  • 11 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.4% of all home sales in August. This is a 56.0% decrease from July, when 25 distressed homes sold.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 3.2% from July to August. Inventory in July was 11,158, and inventory in August was 11,511.
  • The supply of homes rose to 4.34 months in August, up 3.0% from 4.21 months in July. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from July to August by 5.2% – from 4,067 homes to 3,856 homes.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - July 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows market continues to stabilize for homebuyers as inventory increases for seventh month in a row.

State of the Market

  • July’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%, down from 6.7% in June.
    • In ORRA’s new survey of Orlando REALTORS, 52% of respondents cited interest rates as the top challenge for buyers, causing some buyers to wait out purchasing homes right now or look at lower price points.
  • The median home price for July was recorded at $390,000, down from $395,000 in June. June was the highest monthly median home price on record in the Orlando area.
    • Home prices were cited as the second biggest issue facing buyers in ORRA’s new survey.
  • Inventory for July was recorded at 11,158, up 3.4% from June when inventory was recorded at 10,796. This is the seventh month in a row inventory has risen. The last time inventory was this high was November 2015.
    • Inventory in July 2024 was 95.1% higher than in July 2023.
  • Overall sales rose 2.0% from June to July. There were 2,652 sales in July, up from 2,601 sales in June.
  • Pending sales rose by 1.5%, with 3,940 in June and 3,999 in July.
  • New listings fell 1.8% from June to July, with 4,067 new homes on the market in July, compared to 4,143 in June.
  • Homes spent an average of 55 days on the market (DOM) in July – up from 54 in June. This is 41.0% higher than July 2023 when homes spent an average of 39 days on the market.
    • 72% of survey respondents reported that most homes are moving from sale to pending in 21+ days, up significantly from last year.
  • "July represented another strong month in the housing market as many families worked to squeeze in their moves before the start of the new school year. We continued to see an increase in inventory and sales as the Orlando housing market continues to stabilize,” said Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Interest rates are still holding steady in the mid-upper 6.0% range. The current market conditions offer more options for buyers along with new potential negotiating opportunities. Realtors are key to the success of a buyer and seller transaction.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 6.7% in June to 6.6% in July.
  • Pending sales rose 1.5%, with 3,940 in June and 3,999 in July.
  • 25 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in July. This is the same number of distressed homes that sold in June. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory rose 3.4% from June to July. Inventory in June was 10,796, and inventory in July was 11,158.
  • The supply of homes rose to 4.21 months in July, up 1.4% from 4.15 months in June. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings decreased from June to July by 1.8% – from 4,143 homes to 4,067 homes.

You can find ORRA's full State of the Market Report for May here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - May 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows inventory surpasses 10,000 homes for first time since 2016.

State of the Market

  • Inventory for May was recorded at 10,282, up 9.7% from April when inventory was recorded at 9,376. This is the fifth month in a row inventory has risen. The last time inventory was this high was September 2016.
    • Inventory was 99.7% higher than May 2023.
  • Overall sales rose 5.4% from April to May. There were 2,909 sales in May, up from 2,759 sales in April. This is the fourth month in a row that sales have risen.
  • The median home price for May was recorded at $385,000, down from $388,500 in April. April was the highest monthly median home price on record in the Orlando area.
  • May’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%, down from 6.9% in April.
  • Pending sales fell by 1.8%, with 4,379 in April and 4,298 in May.
  • New listings rose 6.9% from April to May, with 4,521 new homes on the market in May, compared to 4,230 in April.
  • Homes spent an average of 54 days on the market (DOM) in May – the same as in April.
  • "Although May's inventory did show a slight increase, it's important to remember that our market is still very active. While there may be a few more options available compared to recent months, the high sales volume means homes are still moving quickly,” said Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “With inventory levels remaining below the six months of supply that is considered a balanced market, buyers should be prepared to act fast if they find a home that meets their needs. The past four months have seen consistent sales growth, and I expect that trend to continue into the summer, making inventory a key factor for buyers."

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 6.9% in April to 6.6% in May.
  • Pending sales fell 1.8%, with 4,379 in April and 4,298 in May.
  • 17 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.6% of all home sales in May. That represents a 34.6% decrease from April when 26 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 9.7% from April to May. Inventory in April was 9,376, and inventory in May was 10,282.
  • The supply of homes rose to 3.53 months in May, up 4.0% from 3.40 months in April. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings increased from April to May by 6.9% – from 4,230 homes to 4,521 homes.

You can find ORRA's full State of the Market Report for May here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - April 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows record-high median home price in Central Florida real estate housing market.

State of the Market

  • In April, the recorded median home price was $388,500, up from $386,500 in March. This is the highest monthly median home price on record in the Orlando area.
  • Overall sales rose 7.8% from March to April. 2,759 sales occurred in April, up from 2,559 sales in March. This is the third month in a row that sales have risen.
  • They recorded April's interest rate at 6.9%, which was slightly higher than the 6.7% recorded in March. This is the third month in a row that interest rates have risen.
  • The team recorded inventory for April at 9,376, which was a 4.5% increase from March's inventory of 8,971. This is the fourth month in a row that inventory has risen.
  • Pending sales increased by 2.9%, with 4,257 in March and 4,379 in April.
  • New listings rose 2.6% from March to April, with 4,230 new homes on the market in April, compared to 4,124 in March.
  • Homes spent an average of 54 days on the market (DOM) in April – down from 58 in March.
  • Rose Kemp, President of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, stated that the average home price in April was $388,500. " We saw an increase in homes for sale, providing a wider selection for potential buyers.
  • Despite the supply remaining slightly over three months, homes are selling quickly, indicating a strong demand. The market is stable. Likely to stay that way for a few months. Families tend to move during the summer.

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.7% in March to 6.9% in April.
  • Pending sales rose 2.9%, with 4,257 in March and 4,379 in April.
  • 26 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in April. That represents a 13.0% increase from March when 23 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 4.5% from March to April. Inventory in March was 8,971, and inventory in April was 9,376.
  • The supply of homes fell to 3.40 months in April, down 3.1% from 3.51 months in March. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings increased from March to April by 2.6% – from 4,124 homes to 4,230 homes.

You can find ORRA's full State of the Market Report for April here.

This information comes from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy.

Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Because of late closings, we need to make changes to include sales posted after our reporting date. We need to make changes because of late closings.

These changes will include sales posted after our reporting date. ORRA REALTOR® sales are sales made by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. These sales are mainly in Orange and Seminole counties, but can also occur in other areas.

Note that we may revise statistics released each month in the future as we receive new data.

The Orlando MSA numbers include home sales in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties. These numbers are not limited to just ORRA members; any REALTOR® association member can contribute to them.

Housing Market Narrative - March 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for March 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows spike in listings kicking off the new year

State of the Market

  • Overall sales rose 17.7% from February to March. There were 2,559 sales in March, up from 2,174 sales in February.
  • The median home price for March was recorded at $386,500, up from $377,000 in February. The highest monthly median home price on record in the Orlando area was $387,000 in June 2022.
  • Pending sales increased by 9.4%, with 3,891 in February and 4,257 in March.
  • New listings rose 8.6% from February to March, with 4,124 new homes on the market in March, compared to 3,799 in February.
  • Inventory for March was recorded at 8,971, up 4.4% from February when inventory was recorded at 8,589.
  • March’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, up slightly from 6.6% in February.
  • Homes spent an average of 58 days on the market (DOM) in March – up slightly from February.
  • “The busy spring season for the real estate market is in full swing,” said Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “We’ve seen a steady increase in sales, median home price and inventory every month this year. Our median home price in March was very close to our peak from June 2022, so it will be interesting to see how these high prices affect the market in the coming months.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.6% in February to 6.7% in March.
  • Pending sales rose 9.4%, with 3,891 in February and 4,257 in March.
  • 23 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in March. That represents an 8.0% decrease from February when 25 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 4.4% from February to March. Inventory in February was 8,589, and inventory in March was 8,971.
  • The supply of homes fell to 3.51 months in March, down 11.3% from 3.95 months in February. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings increased from February to March by 8.6% – from 3,799 homes to 4,124 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for March can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - February 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for February 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows spike in listings kicking off the new year

State of the Market

  • Overall sales rose 26.5% from January to February. There were 2,174 sales in February, up from 1,719 sales in January. This comes after eight months of falling sales.
  • The median home price for February was recorded at $377,000, up from $360,000 in January. This comes after three months of falling median home price.
  • Pending sales increased by 17.8%, with 3,303 in January and 3,891 in February.
  • New listings rose 7.8% from January to February, with 3,799 new homes on the market in February, compared to 3,524 in January.
  • Inventory for February was recorded at 8,589, up 4.5% from January when inventory was recorded at 8,217.
  • February’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%, up slightly from 6.5% in January.
  • Homes spent an average of 57 days on the market (DOM) in February – the same as in January.
  • “Super Bowl weekend is considered the unofficial kick-off to the spring homebuying season, and we definitely saw an uptick in the market this month,” said Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “We had a lot of pending sales in January that finalized in February, causing home sales to jump as we approach this busy time for the market. Inventory and pending sales both increased from January to February, meaning we can expect to see another active sales month in March now that buyers have more options.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.5% in January to 6.6% in February.
  • Pending sales rose 17.8%, with 3,303 in January and 3,891 in February.
  • 25 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.1% of all home sales in February. That represents a 13.6% increase from January when 22 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 4.5% from January to February. Inventory in January was 8,217, and inventory in February was 8,589.
  • The supply of homes fell to 3.95 months in February, down 17.3% from 4.78 months in January. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings increased from January to February by 7.8% – from 3,524 homes to 3,799 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for February can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - January 2024

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for January 2024

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows spike in listings kicking off the new year

State of the Market

  • New listings rose 46.3% from December to January, with 3,524 new homes on the market in January, compared to 2,409 in December.
  • Inventory for January was recorded at 8,217, up 4.8% from December when inventory was recorded at 7,838.
  • The median home price for January was recorded at $360,000, down from $367,250 in December. This is the third month in a row that median price fell. Median price has dropped $17,000 since October 2023.
  • January’s interest rate was recorded at 6.5%, down slightly from 6.6% in December. This is the third month in a row that rates have fallen.
  • Overall sales fell 13.3% from December to January. There were 1,719 sales in January, down from 1,982 sales in December. This is the eighth month in a row that home sales have fallen.
  • Pending sales increased by 32.4%, with 2,495 in December and 3,303 in January.
  • Homes spent an average of 57 days on the market (DOM) in January, up from 49 days in December.
  • “We closed out 2023 with the healthiest market we’ve had in years, and this made both buyers and sellers optimistic for 2024,” said Rose Kemp, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Rates have begun to fall, and many sellers are happy with the equity they have earned in their existing homes. January data shows a spike in new listings as many buyers and sellers who had been waiting on the sidelines felt confident to enter the market and make a move.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 6.6% in December to 6.5% in January. This is 6.2% higher than January 2023 when interest rates were 6.1%.
  • Pending sales rose 32.4%, with 2,495 in December and 3,303 in January.
  • 22 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.3% of all home sales in January. That represents a 69.2% increase from December, when 13 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 4.8% from December to January. Inventory in December was 7,838, and inventory in January was 8,217.
  • The supply of homes increased to 4.78 months in January, up 20.9% from 3.95 months in December. A balanced market is six months of supply. The last time the supply of homes was this high was January 2016.
  • The number of new listings increased from December to January by 46.3% – from 2,409 homes to 3,524 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for January can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - December 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for 2023

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association releases overall 2023 data, revealing that rising interest rates were the biggest factor affecting housing market in 2023, slowing sales and boosting inventory.

2023 Annual Market Recap

(Cumulative 2023 totals compared to cumulative 2022 totals)

  • The overall median home price in 2023 was recorded at $370,500, an all-time high and a slight increase of 1.5% compared to 2022 when the overall median home price was recorded at $365,000.
  • Overall sales in 2023 decreased by 20.1% with a total of 30,499 sales. Overall sales in 2022 were recorded at 38,162.
    • Single family home sales decreased in 2023 by 19.6% for a total of 22,530 sales compared to 28,022 sales in 2022.
    • Condo sales decreased in 2023 by 22.5% for a total of 4,007 sales compared to 5,168 sales in 2022.
    • Townhome sales decreased by 19.7% in 2023 for a total of 2,853 sales compared to 3,551 in 2022.
  • “The housing market in 2023 continued to stabilize from the frenzy we saw during COVID-19. Many buyers chose to wait on buying a home amid rising interest rates,” said Rose Kemp, 2024 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Interest rates fell near the end of 2023, which enticed buyers who were waiting on the sidelines. Looking ahead, these rates will continue to be the biggest factor in the market.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose nearly every month in 2023. In October 2023, interest rates reached 7.8%, their highest point in more than 22 years. Interest rates began to fall in the two subsequent months, closing out the year at 6.6%.
  • The average interest rate in 2023 was 6.8%. 

Inventory

  • At the start of the year, inventory was recorded at 6,115 – 3.65 months of supply. Supply dipped in the following months before rising again.
  • In November 2023, inventory was recorded at 8,202 – 4.11 months of supply. This was the highest inventory in the Orlando area since January 2019. (The real estate market is considered balanced when there is 6 months of supply.)
  • Closing the year, inventory was recorded at 7,838 in December – 3.95 months of supply.
  • The average monthly inventory for 2023 was 6,243. The average monthly inventory for 2022 was recorded at 4,997.

December 2023 Summary

  • Interest rates decreased for the second month in a row – 6.6% in December compared to 7.3% in November.
  • December’s median home price was recorded at $367,250, down from November’s median home price of $375,000.
  • Homes spent an average of 49 days on the market in December, up from November when the average was 46.
  • Inventory dropped in December, decreasing by 4.4% from November, for a total of 7,838 homes on the market.
  • Overall sales in December decreased slightly – 0.7% – from November, with 1,982 sales recorded.
  • New listings dropped in December, with 2,409 new listings, compared to 3,188 new listings in November.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for December can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month September be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - November 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for November 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows inventory spikes as interest rates reach new heights.

State of the Market

  • Inventory for November was recorded at 8,202, up 5.0% from October when inventory was recorded at 7,813. This is the eighth month in a row inventory has risen.
  • Overall sales fell 17.8% from October to November. There were 1,996 sales in November, down from 2,429 sales in October. This is the sixth month in a row that home sales have fallen. A double-digit drop in sales from October to November is not out of the ordinary heading into the holiday season.
  • November’s interest rate was recorded at 7.3%, down from 7.8% in October, when rates reached their highest level in more than 22 years.
  • The median home price for November was recorded at $375,000, down slightly from $377,000 in October.
  • Homes spent an average of 46 days on the market (DOM) in November, up from 44 days in October.
  • New listings fell 7.8% from October to November, with 3,188 new homes on the market in November, compared to 3,456 in October.
  • “A balanced market is a six-month supply of homes. In November, for the first time since January 2019, we have more than four months of supply,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “With an increase in inventory and with interest rates showing signs of coming down, we have conditions for a strong, healthy market heading into 2024.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell from 7.8% in October to 7.3% in November. This is 10.3% higher than November 2022 when interest rates were 6.6%.
  • Pending sales fell 3.6%, with 2,900 in October and 2,796 in November.
  • 21 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.1% of all home sales in November. That represents a 16.0% decrease from October, when 25 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 15.6% from September to October. Inventory in September was 6,758, and inventory in October was 7,813.
  • The supply of homes increased to 3.22 months in October, up 21.8% from 2.64 months in September. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from September to October by 2.5% – from 3,545 homes to 3,456 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for September can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month September be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - October 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for October 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows inventory spikes as interest rates reach new heights.

State of the Market

  • October’s interest rate was recorded at 7.8%, up from 7.3% in September. This is the highest interest rate in the Orlando area since April 2001.
  • Inventory for October was recorded at 7,813, up 15.6% from September when inventory was recorded at 6,758. This is the seventh month in a row inventory has risen and the largest monthly percentage increase in 2023 so far.
  • Overall sales fell 5.0% from September to October. There were 2,429 sales in October, down from 2,558 sales in September. This is the fifth month in a row that home sales have fallen.
  • The median home price for October was recorded at $377,000, up from $370,000 in September. This breaks a three-month streak of the median home price falling.
  • New listings fell 2.5% from September to October, with 3,456 new homes on the market in October, compared to 3,545 in September.
  • Homes spent an average of 44 days on the market (DOM) in October, up from 41 days in September. This is 15.8% higher than October 2022 when homes spent an average of 38 days on the market.
  • “Sales were down and inventory was up in October as interest rates reached their highest level in more than 22 years,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Even as rates climb, demand is keeping home prices high, creating challenges for buyers this fall. Early reports from November show rates falling, so we will have to wait and see if this offers buyers some reprieve.”

Market Snapshot

  • October 2022 when interest rates were 7.0%.
  • Pending sales fell 12.7%, with 3,322 in September and 2,900 in October.
  • 25 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.0% of all home sales in October. That represents a 56.3% increase from September, when 16 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 15.6% from September to October. Inventory in September was 6,758, and inventory in October was 7,813.
  • The supply of homes increased to 3.22 months in October, up 21.8% from 2.64 months in September. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from September to October by 2.5% – from 3,545 homes to 3,456 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for September can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month September be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - September 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for September 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows rates reach highest level in over 20 years, contributing to market slowdown this fall.

State of the Market

  • September’s interest rate was recorded at 7.3%, up from 6.6% in August. This is the highest interest rate since March 2002.
  • Inventory for September was recorded at 6,758, up 10.5% from August when inventory was recorded at 6,115. This is the sixth month in a row inventory has risen.
  • Overall sales fell 8.4% from August to September. There were 2,558 sales in September, down from 2,792 sales in August. This is the fourth month in a row that home sales have fallen.
  • The median home price for September was recorded at $370,000, down from $375,000 in August. This is the third month in a row that median home price has fallen.
  • New listings fell 2.1% from August to September, with 3,545 new homes on the market in September, compared to 3,620 in August.
  • Homes spent an average of 41 days on the market (DOM) in September – the same as in August. This is 32.3% higher than September 2022 when homes spent an average of 31 days on the market.
  • “Rising rates in September contributed to continued rising inventory, falling sales and falling median home price,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Home sales during the fall are typically slower than sales during the spring or summer, and this may be especially prevalent this season with rates reaching their highest level in over 20 years. High interest rates have been the No. 1 factor affecting buyers this year, and it's evident this challenge will persist.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates rose from 6.6% in August to 7.3% in September. This is 15.3% higher than September 2022 when interest rates were 6.3%.
  • Pending sales fell 8.9%, with 3,647 in August and 3,322 in September.
  • 16 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.6% of all home sales in September. That represents a 23.8% decrease from August, when 21 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 10.5% from August to September. Inventory in August was 6,115 and inventory in September was 6,758.
  • The supply of homes increased to 2.64 months in September, up 20.6% from 2.19 months in August. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings decreased from August to September by 2.1% – from 3,620 homes to 3,545 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for September can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month August be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - August 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for August 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows market continues to cool as fall season approaches

State of the Market

  • Inventory for August was recorded at 6,115, up 6.9% from July when inventory was recorded at 5,720.
  • New listings rose 6.1% from July to August, with 3,620 new homes on the market in August, compared to 3,413 in July.
  • The median home price for August was recorded at $375,000, down from $380,000 in July. This is the second month in a row that median home price has fallen.
  • Median home price in August 2023 was extremely close to August 2022, when it was recorded at $377,750.
  • Overall sales fell slightly – 2.1% – from July to August. There were 2,792 sales in August, down from 2,852 sales in July. Sales in August 2023 were also 16.0% lower than August 2022, when there were 3,324 sales.
  • Homes spent an average of 41 days on the market (DOM) in August, up from 39 days in July. This is 51.9% higher than August 2022 when homes spent an average of just 27 days on the market.
  • August’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%, down from 6.8% in July. Interest rates in August 2022 were 5.3%.
  • In a July survey of ORRA members, 48% said they are seeing signs of the market cooling off.
  • “As we near the fall season, we typically see a slowdown in sales, and we are beginning to witness this in the Central Florida market,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Fall can have its benefits for buyers. With our market cooling off, fall homebuyers will face less competition, find more inventory, and see median home price pull back a bit.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates decreased from 6.8% in July to 6.6% in August. This is 24.5% higher than August 2022 when interest rates were 5.3%.
  • Pending sales fell 4.2%, with 3,808 in July and 3,647 in August.
  • 21 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.8% of all home sales in August. That represents a 16.0% decrease from July, when 25 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 6.9% from July to August. Inventory in July was 5,720 and inventory in August was 6,115.
  • The supply of homes increased to 2.19 months in August, up 9.2% from 2.01 months in July. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased from July to August by 6.1% – from 3,413 homes to 3,620 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for August can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month July be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - July 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for July 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows interest rates reach second-highest level in 20 years, impacting Orlando’s housing market

State of the Market

  • July’s interest rate was recorded at 6.8%, up slightly from 6.7% in June. This is the second-highest interest rate in Central Florida in 20 years. October 2022 had the highest interest rate in 20 years at 7.0%
    • In ORRA’s new survey of Orlando REALTORS, 43% of respondents said that rising interest rates are the biggest challenge facing buyers, causing some buyers to wait out purchasing homes right now or look at lower price points.
  • Overall sales fell 8.7% from June to July. There were 2,852 sales in July, down from 3,124 sales in June. Sales in July 2023 were also 13.8% lower than July 2022, when there were 3,309 sales.
  • Inventory for July was recorded at 5,720, up 5.0% from June when inventory was recorded at 5,450.
    • Low inventory was cited as the second biggest issue facing buyers in ORRA’s new survey.
  • The median home price for July was recorded at $380,000, down from $385,000 in June. This is the first month this year that median home price has fallen.
  • Median home price in July 2023 was extremely close to July 2022, when it was recorded at $380,900.
  • New listings fell 7.8% from June to July, with 3,413 new homes on the market in July, compared to 3,703 in June.
  • Homes spent an average of 39 days on the market (DOM) in July, down from 41 days in June. This is still 85.7% higher than July 2022 when homes spent an average of just 21 days on the market.
    • Last year, 63% of Orlando REALTORS said clients were selling their homes in 10 days or less. This year, only 34% said clients are selling their homes in 10 days or less.
  • “Approaching the end of summer with interest rates at nearly their highest level in 20 years, we are seeing an impact on both buyers and sellers,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “More homeowners are being locked into ‘golden handcuffs’ – where they’re choosing to stay in their current homes to keep their low mortgage rates, which could be 3% or lower – and more buyers are choosing to wait in hopes that rates go down.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased from 6.7% in June to 6.8% in July. This is 27.7% higher than July 2022 when interest rates were 5.4%.
  • Pending sales fell, with 3,964 in June and 3,808 in July.
  • 25 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in July. That represents a 10.7% decrease from June, when 28 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 5.0% from June to July. Inventory in June was 5,450 and inventory in July was 5,720.
  • The supply of homes increased to 2.01 months in July, up 15.0% from 1.74 months in June. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from June to July by 7.8% – from 3,703 homes to 3,413 homes.

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for July can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month June be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - June 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for June 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows the highest median home price this year as an uptick in inventory hits the summer market

State of the Market

  • The median home price for June was recorded at $385,000, up from $378,000 in May. Median home prices have increased every month this year.
  • Median home price in June 2023 was close to June 2022, when it was recorded at $387,000.
  • New listings rose 7.1% from May to June, with 3,703 new homes on the market in June, compared to 3,459 in May.
  • Homes spent an average of 41 days on the market (DOM) in June, down from 45 days in May. This is 105.0% higher than June 2022 when homes spent an average of 20 days on the market.
  • Overall sales fell 0.8% from May to June. There were 3,124 sales in June, down from 3,150 sales in May.
  • June’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, up slightly from 6.6% in May.
  • Inventory for June was recorded at 5,450, up 5.8% from May when inventory was recorded at 5,149.
  • Inventory in June 2023 (5,450) was 0.2% higher compared to June 2022, when it was recorded at 5,437 homes.
  • “Now that we’re officially halfway through the year, Orlando’s housing market remains strong,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “June’s housing data is a strong indication of what the rest of the year will look like – we can expect to continue to see more inventory and great prices for homes, which is good news for buyers and sellers.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased from 6.6% in May to 6.7% in June. This is 20.6% higher than June 2022 when interest rates were 5.5%.
  • Pending sales fell, with 4,304 in May and 3,964 in June.
  • 28 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.9% of all home sales in June. That represents a 33.3% increase from May, when 21 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 5.8% from May to June. Inventory in May 2023 was 5,149 and inventory in June was 5,450.
  • The supply of homes increased to 1.74 months in June, up 6.7% from 1.63 months in May. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased from May to June by 7.1% – from 3,459 homes to 3,703 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for June can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - May 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for May 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows rise in sales and median home price as summer selling season heats up

State of the Market

  • Overall sales rose 13.9% from April to May. There were 3,150 sales in May, up from 2,766 sales in April.
  • Overall sales in May 2023 were 20.2% lower than May 2022 when there were 3,946 sales.
  • The median home price for May was recorded at $378,000, up from $370,000 in April. This is a $28,000 increase since January. Median home prices have increased every month this year.
  • Median home price in May 2023 was roughly the same as May 2022, when it was recorded at $379,950.
  • May’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%, up from 6.4% in April.
  • Homes spent an average of 45 days on the market (DOM) in May, down from 52 days in April. This is 114.3% higher than May 2022 when homes spent an average of 21 days on the market.
  • New listings rose 7.4% from April to May, with 3,459 new homes on the market in May, compared to 3,220 in April.
  • Inventory stayed level – there were 5,148 homes in April and 5,149 homes in May.
  • Inventory in May 2023 (5,149) was 33.7% higher compared to May 2022, when it was recorded at only 3,851 homes.
  • “As we approach midway through the year, prices continue to rise and homes spend fewer days on the market,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “The market cooled near the end of last year, but we have been on an upward trajectory ever since. Many families prefer to save their moves for summer when the kids are out of school, so we will likely be in for a busy selling season these next few months.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased from 6.4% in April to 6.6% in May. This is 25.4% higher than May 2022 when interest rates were 5.3%.
  • Pending sales fell, with 4,485 in April and 4,304 in May.
  • 21 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.7% of all home sales in May. That represents a 16.7% increase from April, when 18 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory stayed the same from April to May. Inventory in May 2023 was 33.7% higher than in May 2022.
  • The supply of homes decreased to 1.63 months in May, down from 1.86 months in April. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased from April to May by 7.4% – from 3,220 homes to 3,459 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for May can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - April 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for April 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows rise in inventory and fall in home sales, indicating spring selling season may be balancing out

State of the Market

  • Overall sales fell 5.8% from March to April. There were 2,766 sales in April, down from 2,936 sales in March.
  • Overall sales in April 2023 were 27.2% lower than April 2022 when there were 3,800 sales.
  • Inventory rose 1.9% – from 5,052 homes in March to 5,148 homes in April.
  • Inventory in April 2023 (5,148) was 92.8% higher compared to April 2022, when it was recorded at only 2,670 homes.
  • The median home price for April was recorded at $370,000, up from $365,000 in March. Median home prices have increased every month this year.
  • Median home price in April 2023 was the same as recorded in April 2022 at $370,000.
  • April’s interest rate was recorded at 6.4%, down from 6.7% in March. This comes after three straight months with rising rates.
  • New listings fell 6.4% from March to April, with 3,220 new homes on the market in April, compared to 3,442 in March.
  • Homes spent an average of 52 days on the market (DOM) in April, down from 57 days in March. This is 116.7% higher than April 2022 when homes spent an average of 24 days on the market.
  • “April data showed a slight uptick in Orlando inventory as home sales slowed, indicating the spring selling season may be starting to balance out,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Orlando’s median home prices are still climbing as sellers continue to get competitive offers. The good news for buyers is that interest rates in Orlando dropped slightly, giving them extra buying power.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates decreased from 6.7% in March to 6.4% in April. This is 29.7% higher than April 2022 when interest rates were 4.9%.
  • Pending sales rose, with 4,220 in March and 4,485 in April.
  • 18 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.7% of all home sales in April. That represents a 35.7% decrease from March, when 28 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 1.9% from March to April – from 5,052 homes to 5,148 homes. Inventory in April 2023 was 92.8% higher than in April 2022.
  • The supply of homes increased to 1.86 months in April, up from 1.72 months in March. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from March to April by 6.4% – from 3,442 homes to 3,220 homes.

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for April can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - March 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for March 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows an increase in new listings and home sales as spring buying season begins

State of the Market

  • Overall sales rose 31.1% from February to March. There were 2,936 sales in March, up 696 from the 2,240 sales recorded in February.
  • Overall sales in March 2023 were 28.4% lower than March 2022 when there were 4,100 sales.
  • Inventory dropped 9.1% – from 5,555 homes in February to 5,052 homes in March.
  • Inventory in March 2023 (5,052) was 103.9% higher compared to March 2022, when it was recorded at only 2,478 homes.
  • New listings spiked 22.1% from February to March, with 3,442 new homes on the market in March, compared to 2,820 in February.
  • The median home price for March was recorded at $365,000, up from $358,000 in February. This is the second month in a row with rising median home prices.
  • March’s interest rate was recorded at 6.7%, up from 6.4% in February. This is the fourth straight month with rising rates.
  • Homes spent an average of 57 days on the market (DOM) in March, down from 62 days in February. This is 111.1% higher than March 2022 when homes spent an average of 27 days on the market.
  • “Spring has sprung in the Central Florida housing market. March data shows increases in new listings, home prices and overall sales, and a reduction in inventory as buyer activity picked up significantly,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “The good news for buyers is that they have plenty more options to choose from. There were twice as many homes on the market in March compared to this time last year, and the median home price was only slightly higher than it was a year ago.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased from 6.4% in February to 6.7% in March. This is 59.4% higher than March 2022 when interest rates were 4.2%.
  • Pending sales held steady, with 4,184 in February and 4,220 in March.
  • 28 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.0% of all home sales in March. That represents a 27.3% increase from February, when 22 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 9.1% from February to March – from 5,555 homes to 5,052 homes. Inventory in March 2023 was 103.9% higher than in March 2022.
  • The supply of homes decreased to 1.72 months in March, down from 2.48 months in February. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased from February to March by 22.1% – from 2,820 homes to 3,442 homes.

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for March can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - February 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for February 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows an increase in home sales and median home price heading into spring buying season

State of the Market

  • Overall sales rose 33.8% from January to February. There were 2,240 sales in February and 1,674 sales in January.
  • Overall sales in February 2023 were 30.0% lower than February 2022 when there were 3,198 sales.
  • Inventory dropped from 6,115 homes in January to 5,555 homes in February.
  • Inventory in February 2023 (5,555) was 140.2% higher compared to February 2022, when it was recorded at only 2,313 homes.
  • The median home price for February was recorded at $358,000, up from $350,000 in January. This comes after three straight months of declining median home prices.
  • February’s interest rate was recorded at 6.4%, up from 6.1% in January.
  • Homes spent an average of 62 days on the market (DOM) in February, up from 57 days in January. This is a 106.7% increase compared to February 2022 when homes spent an average of 30 days on the market.
  • New listings decreased slightly from January to February, with 2,820 new homes on the market in February, compared to 2,911 in January.
  • “In February, we saw a spike in sales due to closings that started during the holiday season. After the New Year, we tend to see those contracts close as home buying and selling activity rises,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “The Orlando housing market continues to look positive as we look ahead to a strong spring selling season.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased from 6.1% in January to 6.4% in February. This is 64.5% higher than February 2022 when interest rates were 3.9%.
  • Pending sales increased by 21.2%, from 3,453 in January to 4,184 in February.
  • 22 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1.0% of all home sales in February. That represents a 57.1% increase from January, when 14 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 9.2% from January to February – from 6,115 homes to 5,555 homes. Inventory in February 2023 was 140.2% higher than in February 2022, when inventory reached a record low.
  • The supply of homes decreased to 2.48 months in February, down from 3.65 months in January. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from January to February by 3.1% – from 2,911 homes to 2,820 homes.

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for February can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - January 2023

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for January 2023

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows lowest number of home sales in nearly 15 years

State of the Market

  • Overall sales fell 24.9% from December to January. There were 1,674 sales in January and 2,230 sales in December. This is the lowest number of monthly home sales since February 2009.
  • Overall sales in January 2023 were 44.8% lower than January 2022 when there were 3,033 sales.
  • The median home price for January was recorded at $350,000, down from $353,200 in December. This is the third straight month median home price has fallen.
  • Homes spent an average of 57 days on the market (DOM) in January, up from 49 days in December. This is a 78.1% increase compared to January 2022 when homes spent an average of 32 days on the market.
  • Inventory dropped slightly from 6,351 homes in December to 6,115 homes in January.
  • Inventory in January 2023 (6,115) was 157.0% higher compared to January 2022, when it was recorded at only 2,379 homes.
  • January’s interest rate was recorded at 6.1% – the same as December.
  • New listings increased by 33.2% from December to January, with 2,911 new homes on the market in January.
  • “With significant year-over-year changes, January’s data is a strong indicator that Orlando’s housing market is continuing to balance out,” said Lisa Hill, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Orlando’s housing market remains in correction mode as sales have been steadily slowing down over the past 12 months. The great news for buyers is that they have significantly more options compared to last year. For sellers, home values remain stable.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates held steady at 6.1% in January. This is 81.5% higher than January 2022 when interest rates were 3.4%.
  • Pending sales increased by 43.8%, from 2,402 in December to 3,453 in January.
  • 14 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.8% of all home sales in January. That represents a 17.6% decrease from December, when 17 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 3.7% from December to January – from 6,351 homes to 6,115 homes. Inventory in January 2023 was 157.0% higher than in January 2022.
  • The supply of homes increased to 3.65 months in January. This is the highest months’ supply of homes since November 2016. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased from December to January by 33.2% – from 2,186 homes to 2,911 homes.

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for January can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - December 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for December 2022

  • December’s median home price was recorded at $353,200, down from November’s median home price of $360,000.
  • Overall sales in December increased by 11.7% from November, with 2,230 sales recorded.
  • Homes spent an average of 49 days on the market in December, up from November when the average was 43.
  • Inventory dropped in December, decreasing by 11.8% from November, for a total of 6,351 homes on the market.
  • New listings dropped in December, with 2,186 new listings, compared to 2,597 new listings in November.
  • Interest rates decreased for the second month in a row – 6.1% in December compared to 6.6% in November.

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for December can be found here.

 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

 

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - November 2022

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows home sales drop significantly heading into the holiday season

 

State of the Market

  • Overall sales fell from October to November. There were 1,996 sales in November – down 26.5% from 2,716 sales in October. This is the lowest number of monthly home sales in nearly four years, dating back to January 2019.
  • Overall sales in November 2022 were 45.5% lower than November 2021 when there were 3,664 sales.
  • Inventory in November 2022 was 136.3% higher compared to November 2021, when it was recorded at only 3,046 homes.
  • Inventory rose slightly, from 7,128 homes in October to 7,197 homes in November. This is the ninth straight month of inventory increases.
  • The median home price for November was recorded at $360,000, down from $365,000 in October.
  • November’s interest rate was recorded at 6.6%, a slight decrease from October when the interest rate was 7.0%.
  • Homes spent an average of 43 days on the market (DOM) in November, up from 38 days in October.
  • New listings decreased by 14.6% from October to November, with 2,597 new homes on the market in November.
  • “The housing market typically experiences a slowdown during the holiday season, and with high interest rates and economic uncertainty, this season’s slowdown may be especially significant,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “While there is a lot of uncertainty with where the housing market is headed, buyers in the Orlando area have twice as many homes to consider than they did a year ago, and for sellers, home values and prices continue to remain steady.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates decreased from 7.0% in October to 6.6% in November. This is 122.9% higher than November 2021 when interest rates were 3.0%.
  • Pending sales decreased by 3.9% from October to November for a total of 2,801 pending sales.
  • 9 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.5% of all home sales in November. That represents a 55.0% decrease from October, when 20 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory slightly increased by 1.0% from October to November from 7,128 homes to 7,197 homes. Inventory in November 2022 was 136.3% higher than in November 2021, when it was recorded at 3,046 homes.
  • The supply of homes increased to 3.61 months in November. This is the first month since May 2020 with over three months of supply. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from October to November by 14.6% – from 3,041 homes down to 2,597 homes.

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for November can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively – located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - October 2022

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows interest rates reach highest level in over

20 years and how that’s impacting the local housing market

 

State of the Market

  • October’s interest rate was recorded at 7%, a 10% increase from September when the interest rate was 6.3%. The last time interest rates were this high was May 2002.
  • That 7% interest rate in October 2022 was 131% higher compared to October 2021 when the interest rate was recorded at just 3%.
  • Inventory rose 3.5% from September to October, from 6,884 to 7,128. This is the eighth straight month of inventory increases.
  • Inventory in October 2022 was 109.3% higher compared to October 2021, when it was recorded at 3,406 homes.
  • Homes spent an average of 38 days on the market in October, up from 31 days in September.
  • New listings decreased by 8.3% from September to October, with 3,041 new homes on the market in October.
  • Overall sales in October held steady from September. There were 2,716 sales in October – down one sale from September.
  • The median home price for October was recorded at $365,000, the same median home price recorded in September. This comes after three consecutive months of decreasing median home prices.
  • “We have the perfect storm of economic uncertainty in the U.S. accompanied by the highest interest rates Orlando has seen in more than 20 years,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Rapidly rising interest rates are having a huge impact on buying power. Home Prices and sales are flat from September to October, but rising rates are causing buyers to look at different price points in order to find a monthly mortgage payment that they are comfortable with.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased as the average interest rate for October was recorded at 7%. This is 131% higher than October 2021 when interest rates were 3%.
  • Pending sales decreased by 24% from September to October for a total of 2,915 pending sales.
  • 20 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.7% of all home sales in October. That represents a 66.7% increase from September, when 12 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 3.5% from September to October from 6,884 homes to 7,128 homes. Inventory in October 2022 was 109.3% higher than in October 2021, when it was recorded at 3,406 homes.
  • The supply of homes increased to 2.62 months in October. This is the third month since June 2020 with over two months of supply. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased from September to October by 8.3% down to 3,041 homes. 

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for October can be found here.

 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

 

Housing Market Narrative - September 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for September 2022

 

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows interest rates surge as home sales see biggest drop since January 2022

State of the Market

  • September’s interest rate was recorded at 6.3%, a 19.5% increase from August when the interest rate was 5.3%.
  • Overall sales in September dropped by 18.3% for a total of 2,717 sales compared to 3,324 sales in August.
  • Overall sales dropped 28.3% in September 2022 compared to September of last year.
  • The median home price for September 2022 was recorded at $365,000, a decrease of 3.4% compared to August’s median home price, $377,750. This is the third month in a row that the median home price has fallen.
  • Inventory rose 1.8% in September, from 6,762 to 6,884. This is the fifth straight month of inventory increases.
  • Homes spent an average of 31 days on the market in September, jumping 14.8% from August when the average was 27 days.
  • New listings decreased by 27.1% from August to September, with 3,318 new homes on the market in September.
  • “We are starting to feel the impacts of rising interest rates on the Orlando housing market as they have more than doubled over the past 12 months,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Rising interest rates are causing buyers to be more cautious, resulting in fewer Orlando home sales for the month of September. This cooling off in sales does have an upside for buyers, as they now have the luxury of being more patient when looking for a home.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates increased as the average interest rate for September was recorded at 6.3%. This is 120.9% higher than September 2021 when interest rates were 2.9%.
  • Pending sales decreased by 8% from August to September for a total of 3,838 pending sales.
  • 12 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.4% of all home sales in September. That represents a 100% increase from August, when 6 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 1.8% from August to September from 6,762 homes to 6,884 homes. Inventory in September 2022 was 87.9% higher than in September 2021, when it was recorded at 3,664 homes.
  • The supply of homes increased to 2.53 months in September. This is the second month since June 2020 with over two months of supply. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in September from August by 27.1% down to 3,318 homes. 

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for September can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - August 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for August 2022

 

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows median home price falls for second consecutive month as homes spend more days on the market

State of the Market

  • The median home price for August 2022 was recorded at $377,750, a slight decrease of 0.8% compared to July’s median home price, $380,900. This is the second month in a row that the median home price has fallen.
  • Inventory rose 3.7% in August, from 6,518 to 6,762. This is the fourth straight month of inventory increases.
  • Homes spent an average of 27 days on the market in August, jumping 28.6% from July when the average was 21 days.
  • Interest rates remained relatively flat – 4% in July vs. 5.3% in August.
  • Overall sales in August also remained flat, with a 0.5% increase for a total of 3,324 sales compared to 3,309 sales in July.
  • Overall sales dropped 16.9% in August 2022 compared to August of last year.
  • New listings decreased by 4.1% from July to August, with 4,550 new homes on the market in August.
  • “With a drop in median home price and another inventory increase, we are seeing the Orlando housing market level out as we continue to move away from a period of volatility and enter a period of stability,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “This is good for both buyers and sellers, as they can take a slower, more measured approach to buying or selling a home.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell slightly as the average interest rate for August was recorded at 5.3%. This is 86.1% higher than August 2021 when interest rates were 2.8%.
  • Pending sales increased by 3.5% from July to August for a total of 4,171 pending sales.
  • 6 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.2% of all home sales in August. That represents a 66.7% decrease from July, when 18 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 3.7% from July to August from 6,518 homes to 6,762 homes. Inventory in August 2022 was 85.9% higher than in August 2021, when it was recorded at 3,638 homes.
  • The supply of homes increased to 2.03 months in August. This is the first month since June 2020 with over two months of supply. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in August from July by 4.1% down to 4,550 homes. 

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for August can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - July 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for July 2022

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows median home price falls for first time in
six months as inventory spikes for the third straight month

State of the Market

  • The median home price for July 2022 was recorded at $380,900, a decrease of 1.6% compared to June. This is the first time in six months that the median home price has fallen.
  • Inventory jumped by 19.9% in a single month, from June to July – that's 1,081 more homes for sale. This is the third straight month of double-digit inventory increases.
  • Looking at May-July of this year compared to the same period last year, inventory has risen 67.38%. There has been an average of 2,121 more homes on the market this summer compared to last summer.
  • Interest rates remained relatively flat – 5% in June vs. 5.4% in July. The July rate is still 89.2% higher than July 2021 when interest rates were 2.8%.
  • Overall sales in July 2022 decreased by 12.8%, with a total of 3,309 sales compared to 3,793 sales in June.
  • Overall sales dropped 20.9% in July 2022 compared to July of last year.
  • Homes spent an average of 21 days on the market in July, up slightly from June when the average was 20 days.
  • New listings decreased by 11.6% from June to July, with 4,746 new homes on the market in July.
  • “With a drop in median home price and another big jump in inventory, July’s data shows just how quickly Orlando’s housing market conditions can change,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “We’ve now seen three consecutive months of significant increases in inventory. While prices may not be dropping much, buyers finally have more options when looking to purchase a home. The local market continues to show signs of cooling off a bit and is trending toward a more balanced market.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates fell slightly as the average interest rate for July was recorded at 5.4%. This is 89.2% higher than July 2021 when interest rates were 2.8%.
  • Pending sales decreased by 4.8% from June to July for a total of 4,029 pending sales.
  • 18 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.5% of all home sales in July. That represents a 21.7% decrease from June, when 23 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 19.9% from June to July from 5,437 homes to 6,518 homes. Inventory in July 2022 was 85% higher than in July 2021, when it was recorded at 3,542 homes.
  • The supply of homes increased to 1.97 months in July. This is a 134% increase from July 2021, when there was only supply for .84 months. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in July from June by 11.6% down to 4,746 homes. 

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for July can be found here.

 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

 

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - June 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for June 2022

On the rise: New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows inventory and home prices make big jumps for the second consecutive month

 

State of the Market

  • Inventory increased by 41.2% from May 2022 to June 2022, with 1,586 more homes on the market in June compared to May. This is the second month in a row with a surge in inventory, following May’s increase of 44.2%.
  • Inventory increased by 75.5% from June 2021 to June 2022, jumping from 3,098 homes in June 2021 to 5,437 in June 2022.
  • June’s median home price was recorded at $387,000, an increase of 1.9% compared to May 2022; this sets a record high for the fifth month in a row. This is a 22.9% increase from June 2021 to June 2022, when the median home price was recorded at $315,000 in June 2021.
  • Interest rates increased from 5.3% in May 2022 to 5.5% in June 2022. This is the highest interest rates in the Orlando area have been since November 2008.
  • Overall sales in June 2022 decreased by 3.9%, with a total of 3,793 sales compared to 3,946 sales in May 2022. This is a 14.1% decrease compared to June 2021 when overall sales were recorded at 4,414.
  • Homes spent an average of 20 days on the market in June, down slightly from May 2022 when the average was 21 days.
  • New listings increased by 11.3% from May 2022 to June 2022, with a total of 5,367 new homes on the market in June.
  • “A balanced housing market has a six-month supply of homes,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “In June, with rising interest rates and surging inventory, we had over a one-month supply of homes for sale for the first time since February 2021. While it’s still a sellers’ market, we’re continuing to see signs that the market is starting to level out, which is good news for buyers.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates continue to increase as the average interest rate for June 2022 was recorded at 5.5%. This is an 87.5% increase from June 2021 when interest rates were at 2.9%.
  • Pending sales decreased by 8.9% from May 2022 to June 2022 for a total of 4,231 pending sales.
  • 23 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.6% of all home sales in June 2022. That represents a 4.2% decrease from May 2022, when 24 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 41.2% from May 2022 to June 2022 from 3,851 homes to 5,437 homes. Inventory in June 2022 was 75.5% higher than in June 2021.
  • The supply of homes increased to 1.43 months in June 2022. This is the first time the supply has been over one month since February 2021. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased in June 2022 from May 2022 by 11.3% to 5,367 homes. 

 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for June can be found here.

 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

 

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - May 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for May 2022

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s May data shows the single biggest monthly surge in Orlando inventory ever

State of the Market

  • Inventory increased by 44.2% from April 2022 to May 2022, with over 1200 additional homes hitting the market in May compared to April – this is the highest monthly increase in Orlando inventory to date
  • May’s median home price was recorded at $379,950, an increase of 2.7% compared to $370,000 in April 2022; this sets a record high for the fourth month in a row.
  • Interest rates increased from 4.9% in April 2022 to 5.3% in May 2022. This is the highest interest rates in the Orlando area have been since 2009. This is also the first time Orlando’s interest rates have gone above 5% since April 2010, when they were recorded at 5.1%.
  • Overall sales in May increased by 3.8%, with a total of 3,946 sales compared to 3,800 sales in April 2022. This is a 1.9% increase compared to May 2021 when overall sales were recorded at 3,872.
  • Homes spent an average of 21 days on the market in May, down 12.5% from April 2022 when the average was 24.
  • New listings increased by 10.7% from April 2022 to May 2022, with a total of 4,822 new homes on the market in May.
  • “This new surge in inventory is a sign that the Orlando housing market is beginning to level out, which is good news for both buyers and sellers,” said Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Buyers will find more homes to choose from and sellers are still getting top dollar as Orlando’s median home price continues to rise.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates continue to increase as the average interest rate for May 2022 was recorded at 5.3%. This is a significant rise compared to May 2021 when interest rates were at 3%.
  • Pending sales decreased by 7.9% from April 2022 to May 2022 for a total of 4,645 pending sales.
  • 24 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.6% of all home sales in May 2022. That represents a 7.7% decrease over April 2022, when 26 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 44.2% from April 2022 to May 2022 from 2,670 homes to 3,851 homes. Inventory in May 2022 was 36.5% higher than in May 2021.
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in May 2022. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased in May 2022 from April 2022 by 10.7% to 4,822 homes. 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for May can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - April 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for April 2022

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s April data shows interest rates reach their highest levels in more than 10 years, indicating the market could be cooling off as overall monthly sales drop for the second time this year

State of the Market

  • April’s median home price was recorded at $370,000, an increase of 2.5% compared to $361,000 in March 2022; this sets a new record high for the third month in a row.
  • Interest rates increased by 17.6% from 4.2% in March 2022 to 4.9% in April 2022. This is a 66% increase compared to April 2021 when interest rates were at 3%.
  • Overall sales in April decreased by 7.3%, with a total of 3,800 sales compared to 4,100 sales in March 2022. This is a 7% decrease compared to April 2021 when overall sales were recorded at 4,081.
  • Homes spent an average of 24 days on the market in April, down 11.1% from March 2022 when the average was 27.
  • Inventory increased in April by 7.7% from March 2022 for a total of 2,670 homes on the market in April.
  • New listings decreased by 0.5% from March 2022 to April 2022, with a total of 4,354 new homes on the market in April.
  • “As interest rates continue to rise, this indicates that the Orlando market might be starting to cool off,” says Tansey Soderstrom, Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “With interest rates rising it will be more challenging for some buyers, as their monthly house payments will be higher as well. However, overall demand remains strong, and homes continue to sell quickly.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates continue to increase as the average interest rate for April 2022 was recorded at 4.9% compared to March 2022 when it was at 4.2%.
  • Pending sales increased by 1.7% from March 2022 to April 2022 for a total of 5,041 pending sales.
  • 23 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 0.6% of all home sales in April 2022. That represents a 14.8% decrease over March 2022, when 27 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 7.7% from March 2022 to April 2022 from 2,478 homes to 2,670 homes. Inventory in April 2022 was 1% higher than in April 2021.
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in April 2022. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in April 2022 from March 2022 by 0.5% to 4,354 homes. 

ORRA’s full State of the Market Report for April can be found here.

 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

 

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - March 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for March 2022

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s March data shows the spring market is in full swing with a surge in new listings and a record median home price; interest rates are also on the rise, hitting their highest point in over a decade

State of the Market

  • March’s median home price was recorded at $361,000, an increase of 4.6% compared to $345,000 in February 2022. This sets a record high for the second month in a row.
  • Interest rates increased by 8.7% from 3.9% in February 2022 to 4.2% in March 2022.
  • Overall sales in March increased by 28.2%, with a total of 4,100 sales compared to 3,198 sales in February 2022.
  • Homes spent an average of 27 days on the market in March, down 10% from February 2022 when the average was 30.
  • Inventory increased in March by 7.1% from February 2022 for a total of 2,478 homes on the market in March.
  • New listings increased by 18.7% from February 2022 to March 2022, with a total of 4,375 new homes on the market in March.
  • “Spring is one of the most popular times to sell homes, and we are seeing exactly that through this month’s housing data,” says Tansey Soderstrom, 2022 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “Everything across the board has seen a jump – from inventory to a new record-high median home price, and even the number of homes sold in the last month. However, with interest rates rapidly rising, we have to watch their effect and see if this is the start to the market cooling off.”

 

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates continue to increase as the average interest rate for March 2022 was recorded at 4.2% compared to February 2022 when it was at 3.9%.
  • ORRA members sold 4,100 homes in March 2022, an increase of 28.2% from 3,198 homes sold in February 2022. 
  • 24 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .6% of all home sales in March 2022. That represents a 17.2% decrease over February 2022, when 29 distressed homes sold. 

 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased by 7.1% from February 2022 to March 2022 from 2,313 homes to 2,478 homes. Inventory in March 2022 was 14% lower than in March 2021.
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in March 2022. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased in March 2022 from February 2022 by 18.7% to 4,375 homes. 

 

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for March can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - February 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for February 2022

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association data shows the spring market starting to heat up with a record high median home price, increases in new listings and overall sales

State of the Market

  • February’s median home price was recorded at $345,000, an increase of 2.99% compared to January 2022 and setting a new record high, surpassing December 2021’s record high of $340,000. The median home price in February 2021 was $280,000.
  • Overall sales in February increased by 5.44%, with a total of 3,198 sales compared to 3,033 sales in January 2022.
  • Homes spent an average of 30 days on the market in February, down slightly from January 2022 when the average was 32.
  • Inventory continued to drop in February, decreasing by 2.77% from January 2022 for a total of 2,313 homes on the market in February.
  • New listings increased by 3.13% from January 2022 to February 2022, with a total of 3,686 new homes on the market in February.
  • “In February, we saw an increase across the board in overall sales, pending sales, and new listings in Central Florida,” says Tansey Soderstrom, 2022 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “This is the strong start to the spring selling season that we expected. We anticipate the competitive housing market to continue throughout the spring.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates continue to slightly increase as the average interest rate for February 2022 was recorded at 3.87% compared to January 2022 when it was at 3.38%.
  • ORRA members sold 3,198 homes in February 2022, an increase of 5.44% from 3,033 homes sold in January 2022. 
  • 26 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .81% of all home sales in February 2022. That represents a 4% increase over January 2022, when 25 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 2.77% from January 2022 to February 2022 from 2,379 homes to 2,313 homes. Inventory in February 2022 was 32% lower than in February 2021.
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in February 2022. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings increased in February 2022 from January 2022 by 3.13% to 3,686 homes. 

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for February can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

 

Housing Market Narrative - January 2022

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for January 2022

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s newest data shows interest rates continue to rise at a slow pace while sales decrease  

State of the Market

  • January’s median home price was recorded at $335,000, a slight decrease of 1.47% following December 2021’s record high of $340,000.  
  • Overall sales in January dropped by 20.6%, with a total of 3,033 sales compared to 3,820 sales in December 2021.  
  • Homes spent an average of 32 days on the market in January, up slightly from December 2021 when the average was 31. 
  • Inventory continued to drop in January, decreasing by 8% from December 2021 to January 2022, for a total of 2,379 homes on the market in January.  
  • New listings have gone up by 27.7% from December 2021 to January 2022, with a total of 3,574 new homes on the market in January. 
  • “Overall sales dipped in January, which is expected during winter months. We predict sales to increase during the spring season and remain competitive throughout 2022,” says Tansey Soderstrom, 2022 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “While interest rates slightly increased, we are still seeing very low percentages across the board. If you’re considering buying, now is the time to take advantage.”  

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates continue to slightly increase as the average interest rate for January 2022 was recorded at 3.38% compared to December 2021 when it was at 3.07%. 
  • ORRA members sold 3,033 homes in January 2022, a decrease of 20.60% from 3,820 homes sold in December 2021.  
  • 19 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .63% of all home sales in January 2022. That represents a 32.14% drop over December 2021, when 28 distressed homes sold.  

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 8% from December 2021 to January 2022 from 2,586 homes to 2,379 homes. Inventory in January 2022 was 44% lower than in January 2021.  
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in January 2022. A balanced market is six months of supply.  
  • The number of new listings increased in January 2022 from December 2021 by 27.78% to 3,574 homes.  

ORRA’s full State of the Market report can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

 

Housing Market Narrative - December 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for December 2021

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association releases overall 2021 data, revealing a historic year of real estate in Orlando, including an all-time record low for inventory and an all-time record high for median home price.

2021 Annual Market Recap 

(Cumulative 2021 totals compared to cumulative 2020 totals)  

  • The overall median home price in 2021 was recorded at $310,000, a record high and a 17% increase compared to 2020 when the overall median home price was recorded at $265,000.
  • Overall sales in 2021 increased by 23.6% with a total of 45,572 sales. Overall sales in 2020 were recorded at 36,871.
    • Single family home sales increased in 2021 by 18.3% for a total of 34,648 sales compared to 29,287 sales in 2020.
    • Condo sales increased in 2021 by 46.7% for a total of 5,889 sales compared to 4,016 sales in 2020.
    • Townhome sales increased by 41.1% in 2021 for a total of 5,035 sales compared to 3,568 in 2020.
  • “We witnessed an unprecedented real estate market in 2021 – with demand, and price, dramatically increasing. On the flipside, we saw buyers struggle in a market punctuated by low inventory month-after-month,” said Tansey Soderstrom, 2022 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “We expect demand will remain strong in 2022. If sellers decide to take advantage of this market, we could be in for another fierce year.”

State of the Market

  • December’s median home price was recorded at $340,000, closing the year with the highest median home price ever recorded.
  • Overall sales in December increased by 4.26% with 3,820 sales.
  • Homes spent an average of 31 days on the market in December, up slightly from November 2021 when the average was 28.
  • Inventory noticeably dropped in December, decreasing by 15.1% from November, for a total of 2,586 homes on the market. This is a historic low for inventory in Orlando.
  • New listings continued to drop with just 2,797 new listings in December.
  • Interest rates showed a slight increase as the average interest rate in December 2021 was 3.07% compared to 2.95% in November.

Market Snapshot

  • During 2021, interest rates increased by roughly a quarter point from 2.73% on January 1, 2021 compared 3.07% on December 31, 2021.
  • There were 439 total distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) sold in 2021. That represents a 50.1% drop over 2020 when 880 distressed homes sold.

Inventory

  • At the start of the year, inventory was at 4,875. The last day of the year, inventory was at 2,586 – a decrease of 47% and a historic record low dating back to 1995, as far back as ORRA data goes. Previously this year, inventory hit a record low in April 2021 followed by several months of increased inventory.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for December can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - November 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for November 2021

New data from Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association reveals slowing sales, as median home price continues to climb for seventh straight month

State of the Market

  • November’s median home price was recorded at $330,000, a new record high and increasing once again after October’s median home price was recorded at $325,000.
  • Overall sales in November dropped by 2.55%, with a total of 3,664 sales.
  • Homes spent an average of 28 days on the market in November, up slightly from October 2021 when the average was 27.
  • Inventory continues to drop in November, decreasing by 10.57% from October to November, for a total of 3,046 homes on the market in November.
  • After the number of new listings continuously increased from March 2021 to July 2021, new listings have since been dropping, resulting in just 3,226 new listings for November 2021.
  • “New listings tend to decrease over the holidays and that’s what we’re seeing here with the drop in November,” says Tansey Soderstrom, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “With lower inventory, we once again see the median home price increase – keeping the housing market competitive.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates showed a slight decrease, as the average interest rate in November 2021 was 2.95%, a decrease of 1.83% over October 2021. 
  • ORRA members sold 3,664 homes in November 2021, a decrease of 2.55% from 3,760 homes sold in October 2021. Sales were still 13% higher than November 2020. 
  • 24 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .6% of all home sales in November 2021. That represents a 35% drop over November 2020, when 37 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 10.57% from October 2021 to November 2021 from 3,406 homes to 3,046 homes. Inventory in November 2021 was 45% lower than in November 2020.
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in November 2021. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in November 2021 from October 2021 by 18.12% from 3,940 homes to 3,226 homes. 

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for November can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - October 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for October 2021

New data from Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association reveals slowing sales, as median home price continues to climb for seventh straight month

State of the Market

  • October’s median home price was recorded at $325,000, increasing once again after a slight drop in September to $318,000. Orlando saw a 10-month steady increase in the median home price prior to September when the record high hit $320,000 in July (maintained in August).
  • Overall sales in October dropped by 0.77%, with a total of 3,760 sales.
  • Homes spent an average of 27 days on the market in October, the same amount as September 2021.
  • Inventory dropped for the first time in six months, decreasing by 7.12% from September to October, for a total of 3,406 homes on the market in October.
  • “The market traditionally slows down during the winter months and that’s what we’re seeing with the drop in inventory in October – the first decrease in 6 months,” says Tansey Soderstrom, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President. “While the inventory is dropping, the median home price remains steady, still over 20% compared to 2020.”

Market Snapshot

  • Interest rates showed a slight increase, as the average interest rate in October 2021 was 3.01%, an increase of 5.14% over September 2021. 
  • ORRA members sold 3,760 homes in October 2021, a decrease of 0.77% from 3,789 homes sold in September 2021. Sales were still 3% higher than October 2020. 
  • 26 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .6% of all home sales in October 2021. That represents a 61% drop over October 2020, when 67 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory decreased by 7.12% from September 2021 to October 2021 from 3,667 homes to 3,406 homes. Inventory in October 2021 was 42% lower than in October 2020.
  • The supply of homes remained at nearly one month in October 2021. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in October 2021 from September 2021 by 2.14% from 4,026 homes to 3,940 homes. 

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for October can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - September 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for September 2021

New data from Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association reveals slowing sales, as median home price continues to climb for seventh straight month

State of the Market

  • Orlando’s median home price dropped by $2,000 from last month. September’s median home price was recorded at $318,000, down a slight drop from the record high of $320,000 set in August 2021. The median home price has steadily been increasing over the last 11 months when it was recorded at $269,950 in October 2020.
  • Overall sales in September dropped by 5.25%, with a total of 3,879 sales.
  • Homes spent an average of 27 days on the market in September, an 8% increase from August.
  • Inventory edged upward for the fifth straight month, rising by 0.8% from August to September, for a total of 3,667 homes on the market in September.
  • “With the median price slightly dropping and inventory continuing to trend upward, we’re seeing signs of things leveling off after months of this market being on fire,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “The market is still heavily in favor of sellers, but is showing some signs of returning to become more balanced.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 3,789 homes in September 2021, a decrease of 5.25% from 3,999 homes sold in August 2021. Sales were still 9% higher than September 2020. 
  • Interest rates showed little change, as they remain low. The average interest rate in September 2021 was 2.86%, an increase of .7% over August 2021. 
  • 27 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .7% of all home sales in September 2021. That represents a 37% drop over September 2020, when 43 distressed homes sold. 

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased .8% from August 2021 to September 2021 from 3,638 homes to 3,667 homes. Inventory in September 2021 was 39% lower than in September 2020.
  • The supply of homes ticked up to nearly one month in September 2021. A balanced market is six months of supply. 
  • The number of new listings decreased in September 2021 from August 2021 by 7.9% from 4,375 homes to 4,026 homes. 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - August 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for August 2021

New data from Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association reveals slowing sales, as median home price continues to climb for seventh straight month

State of the Market

  • Orlando’s median home price remained unchanged in August 2021 from the prior month – a record-high $320,000. The median price is 16% higher than August 2020’s $275,000.
  • Sales fell for a second straight month this summer. In August 2021, sales dropped 4.4% from the previous month.
  • Homes spent just 25 days on the market in August 2021, which is a record low. That is half the time homes spent on the market during the same month in 2020.
  • For a fourth straight month, inventory increased, after reaching its lowest point in April 2021. This is in line with national trends from the National Association of REALTORS®.
  • “It’s important to note that interest rates have remained low, which continues to drive demand, especially among first-time homebuyers. Despite our inventory increases, there are still not enough homes on the market to accommodate buyers,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “As we head into fall and the market continues its cool-down, the seller still has the upper-hand. Buyers should have their financing in order and be prepared to make a strong offer.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 3,999 homes in August 2021, a decrease of 4.4% from 4,183 homes sold in July 2021. Sales were still 13% higher than August 2020.
  • Interest rates showed little change, as they remain low. The average interest rate in August 2021 was 2.84%, an increase of .01% over July 2021.
  • 31 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .8% of all home sales in August 2021. That represents a 62% drop over August 2020, when 82 distressed homes sold.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory increased 3.2% from July 2021 to August 2021 from 3,524 homes to 3,638 homes. Inventory plunged 39% from August 2020 to August 2021.
  • The supply of homes ticked up to nearly one month in August 2021. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings decreased in August 2021 from July 2021 by 7.1% from 4,710 homes to 4,375 homes.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for August can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - July 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for July 2021

New data from Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association reveals slowing sales, as median home price continues to climb for seventh straight month

State of the Market

  • Orlando’s median home price reached $320,000 in July 2021, continuing a six-month trend of record-setting prices. The increase is 18.5% from July 2020, when the median home price was $270,000.
  • Sales fell 5.2% in July 2021 compared to the previous month; however, they have spiked 13.7% from July 2020.
  • The time homes are spending on the market has reached a historic low. In July 2021, homes spent just 26 days on the market.
  • Inventory rose for a third straight month in July 2021 but is still down 43.3% year-over-year.
  • “We are seeing the housing market start to level off from its peak, but that doesn’t mean it’s less competitive. Sellers are continuing to see the benefits of record high prices, even as more homes are listed for sale,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “The demand is still strong. A recent survey of our REALTORS® found the majority of sellers plan to buy another house here in Central Florida. They’re competing with people moving here from out-of-state.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 4,183 homes in July 2021, a 5.2% decrease from the 4,414 homes sold in June 2021. Home sales are still up 13.7% from July 2020.
  • Interest rates fell to an average of 2.83% in July 2021, continuing four straight months of decline.
  • Listings spent just 26 days on the market in July 2021 – the lowest in ORRA’s recorded history. That is a full month less than the time listings spent on the market in July 2020.
  • 44 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1% of all home sales in July 2021. That is an increase of .3% from the previous month.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory is has fallen from 6,220 homes in July 2020 to 3,524 homes in July 2021. However, that is an increase from June 2021’s 3,098 homes.
  • The supply of homes ticked up to 3.5 weeks in July 2021. A balanced market is six months of supply.
  • The number of new listings increased for a fifth straight month to 4,710 homes. That is an increase of 13% year-over-year and 2% from June 2021 to July 2021.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for July can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - June 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for June 2021

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association report shows just three weeks of inventory available, as new listings quickly come under contract

State of the Market

  • Median home prices in the Orlando area reached a new high in June 2021: $315,000. That is a 5% increase from the previous month and a 19% increase over June 2020, when the median home price was $265,000.
  • Sales increased 14% from May to June of this year, as the number of new listings continues to rise. This is on par with nationwide trends noted by the National Association of REALTORS®.
  • Listings are spending an average of just 29 days on the market, a new post-2007 Recession low.
  • Inventory is rising, as more houses are listed for sale. However, there was only .7 months of supply in June 2021, which is a slight drop from May 2021. A balanced market has six months of supply.
  • “The housing market is continuing to stay hot through the summer. We’re seeing more listings from sellers who are getting top dollar for their homes, while low interest rates continue to boost demand for buyers,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “The secret is out – people realize they can live where they vacation. The influx of out-of-state buyers is still strong, even as more workers return to the office.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 4,414 homes in June 2021, a 14% increase from the 3,872 homes sold in May 2021. Compared to June 2020, when Central Florida reopened from lockdowns, home sales jumped 42%.
  • Average interest rates ticked down slightly to 2.95% in June 2021, a .02% drop from May 2021. This is the third straight month the average interest rate has fallen since it began creeping back up in December 2020.
  • Listings spent just 29 days on the market in June 2021. That is one full week less than in May 2021.
  • 36 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for .8% of all home sales in June 2021, a decline from the previous month.

Inventory

  • Orlando area inventory is down 52.8% from 6,557 homes in June 2020 to just 3,098 homes in June 2021. It has increased 9.8% from 2,822 homes in May 2021.
  • The supply of homes was just three weeks in June 2021, staying steady from the two previous months.
  • The number of new listings increased for a fourth straight month to 4,617 homes. That is an increase of 21% year-over-year and 7% from May 2021 to June 2021.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for June can be found here. 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

Housing Market Narrative - May 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for May 2021

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association report shows just three weeks of inventory available, as new listings quickly come under contract

State of the Market

  • Median home prices in the Orlando area are now at their highest in ORRA’s recorded history. In May 2021, the median home price was $300,000, up 15% from May 2020.
  • While inventory is on the rise for the first time since September 2020, listings in May 2021 spent only 36 days on the market – the fastest time frame since the Great Recession from 2007-2009.
  • A fall in sales from April 2021 to May 2021, due to inventory shortages, is in line with national trends, reported by the National Association of REALTORS®. Both nationally and in the Orlando area, housing demand continues to dramatically outpace supply.
  • “Demand remains so high, new listings are snatched up almost as soon as they’re on the market. While inventory has increased, there is a long line of buyers waiting for homes to hit the market,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “With low interest rates and record prices, we are seeing an increasing number of sellers looking to take advantage of the market conditions as we move into summer.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 3,872 homes in May 2021, a 5% decrease in the 4,081 sales from April 2021.
  • Average interest rates are staying level at 2.97% in May 2021, showing only a .01% drop from April 2021. However, they are down from May 2020’s average interest rate of 3.22%.
  • Listings spent just 36 days on the market in May 2021: that’s down 25% from May 2020 and 14% from the previous month, April 2021.
  • 45 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1% of all home sales in May 2021, holding steady across the last few months.

Inventory

  • The Orlando area inventory is down 61% from 7,260 homes in May 2020 to just 2,822 homes in May 2021. It has increased 6% from April 2021.
  • There was a little more than a three-week supply of homes for sale in May 2021, an increase of 12% from April 2021. A balanced market has a six-month supply.
  • The number of new listings increased for a third straight month to 4,315 homes. That is an increase of 16% year-over-year and 1% from April 2021 to May 2021.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for May can be found here. 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 


Housing Market Narrative - April 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for April 2021

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association report shows just three weeks of inventory available, as new listings quickly come under contract

State of the Market

  • The pandemic’s biggest impact on the Orlando housing market hit in April 2020, putting the brakes on sales. Since then, inventory has continued to decline - despite high demand from buyers - and hit an all-time-low last month (April 2021). There were major gains in sales year-over-year for April 2021, due to effects of the pandemic last year.
  • There were only 2,655 homes for sale in April 2021; that is a record low dating back to 1995, as far back as ORRA data goes. For perspective, the Orlando area’s population in 1995 was 1,092,514; today it is 1,814,118, according to Florida’s Office of Economic and Demographic Research.
  • April inventory fell 7.8% from the previous month, March 2021. If all the available homes were sold, it would take just three weeks (a balanced market is considered six months of inventory).
  • The median home price increased to $295,000 in April 2021, a 3.5% bump from March 2021. The median home price jumped 11.9% from $263,750 in April 2020.
  • “A positive sign is that new listings are on the rise as more homeowners look to take advantage of the extreme seller’s market that we are in. As we head into the summer, more sellers will likely consider selling their homes before the start of the new school year, which would help balance our housing market out,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “Homes are selling faster than ever, so potential buyers must come prepared and pre-approved with a strong offer.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 4,081 homes in April 2021, a 4.4% decrease in the 4,268 sales from March 2021.
  • Interest rates dipped slightly to 2.98% in April 2021 from 3.07% in March 2021
  • Listings spent an average of 42 days on the market until contract in April 2021, a drop of 12.5% from March 2021.
  • 50 distressed homes (bank-owned properties and short sales) accounted for 1% of all home sales in April 2021, the same as the prior month.
  • Orlando’s housing market is in line with reports from the National Association of REALTORS®, which reports two consecutive months of falling home sales, declining inventory and rising prices.

Inventory

  • The Orlando area inventory is down 65% from 7,659 homes in April 2020 to just 2,655 homes in April 2021.
  • The number of new listings increased 7.6% from 3,959 in March 2021 to 4,258 in April 2021.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for April can be found here. 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - March 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for February 2021

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association report shows continued squeeze on the number of homes for sale

State of the Market

  • The number of homes for sale in the Orlando market plummeted by 50% from February 2020 to February 2021. This marks the lowest inventory since May 2005, putting an even tighter squeeze on the market, as demand remains high.
  • The supply of homes stands at 1.14 months, less than half of what it was in February 2020 (2.71). A healthy market has a six-month supply
  • The median home price continues to rise, with February’s median price at $280,000 up 2% over January.
  • Interest rates continued to rise for a second straight month to an average of 2.88% in February 2021. That number, however, is still lower than the interest rate in February 2020, which was 3.43%.
  • “The new numbers illustrate just how far the market is tipped in favor of sellers. Sellers are receiving multiple offers, often above their asking price, and buyers are engaging in bidding wars with people looking to move to Orlando from other states,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “There are not nearly enough homes on the market to meet the demand from people who want to buy homes right now.”

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 2,995 homes in February 2021, an increase of 19% over February 2020.
  • The median sales price for February 2021 was $280,000 up 12% from February 2020.
  • Listings spent an average of 52 days on the market until contract in February 2021, a drop of 10% from February 2020.

Inventory

  • The Orlando area inventory is down 50% from 6,825 homes in February 2020 to 3,420 homes in February 2021.
  • The number of new listings decreased 15% from 3,924 homes in February 2020 to 3,322 homes in February 2021.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for February can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - February 2021

Orlando Area Residential Real Estate Snapshot for January 2021

New Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association report shows continued squeeze on the number of homes for sale

State of the Market

  • There are fewer homes on the market to start off in 2021. More people are moving to Central Florida, furthering the gap between supply and demand. The Orlando metropolitan area gained 60,977 new residents in 2020, the most in the last five years.
  • Buyers are quickly snatching up available homes. In January, homes spent an average of just 49 days on the market versus 60 days in January 2020.
  • “Sellers definitely have the upper hand right now. Inventory is down significantly from a year ago, and we’re seeing this continued influx of people moving to Central Florida. Buyers need to be pre-approved and ready to make an offer on a home they like, as the competition for homes is fierce,” said Natalie Arrowsmith, 2021 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty.

Market Snapshot

  • ORRA members sold 2,727 homes in January 2021, an increase of 20% over January 2020.
  • The median sales price for January 2021 was $275,000, up 12% from January 2020.
  • Listings spent an average of 40 days on the market until contract in January 2021, a drop of 33% from January 2020.

Inventory

  • The Orlando area inventory is down 40% from 7,030 homes in January 2020 to 4,233 homes in January 2021.
  • The number of new listings decreased 5% from 3,579 homes in January 2020 to 3,394 homes in January 2021.

ORRA’s full Market Pulse Report for January can be found here.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - January 2021

 Orlando Housing Market Closes out 2020 with Increased Median Home Prices and Lowest Inventory Seen in Years 

A new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association details how the housing market fared in 2020 compared to recent years. Despite the pandemic and its impacts, Orlando’s median home price rose as buyers scrambled to find homes in a market with consistently shrinking inventory.

According to the report, Orlando’s annual median home price for 2020 ($265,000) was 9.1% higher than the 2019 annual median price ($243,000), thanks to another 12 months of year-over-year median price increases. While the median home price rose each month, inventory continued to decline and reached a low in December 2020, when it reached the lowest level since July 2005.

Orlando home sales completed during 2020 racked up a final tally of 36,871, which is 0.5% above the cumulative sales total of 36,707 for 2019. For historical comparison, annual sales in 2019 were 1.8% above the cumulative total sales for 2018; yearly sales in 2018 were 3.2% lower than in 2017.

“The Orlando area was red-hot throughout 2020, as demand spiked and the number of houses on the market dropped throughout the year. We expect this pattern to continue in 2021,” said ORRA 2021 President Natalie Arrowsmith, NextHome Arrowsmith Realty. “Looking at the data, inventory has significantly decreased since the beginning of the year. In fact, December 2020 shows the lowest inventory we have seen in more than 15 years, which creates an extremely competitive market for buyers.”

Editor’s Note: Additional 2020 cumulative statistics are included at the end of this release

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in December is $275,000, which is 10.4% above the December 2019 median price of $249,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in December increased 12.1% over December 2019 and is now $296,950. The median price for condos increased by 5.7% to $148,000.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,672 sales of all home types combined in December, which is 21.1% more than the 3,033 sales in December 2019 and 51.6% more than the 2,422 sales in December 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (2,890) in December 2020 increased by 20.1% compared to December 2019, while condo sales (401) increased 35.9% year over year.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in December (4,875) represents a decrease of 30.6% when compared to December 2019 and a 12.7% decrease compared to last month. There were 42.6% fewer single-family homes and 12.1% more condos, year over year.

Current inventory, combined with the current pace of sales, created a 1.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for December. There was a 2.3-month supply in December 2019 and a 3.3-month supply in December 2018, showing that inventory has significantly decreased.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in December 2020 was 2.70%, which remains the same as the month prior.

Homes that closed in December took an average of 45 days to move from listing to pending status.

Pending sales in December 2020 are up 20.9% compared to December 2019 and are down 11.4% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in December were up by 17.5% when compared to December of 2019. Year to date, sales are down 2.8%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 26.8% above December 2019;
  • Orange: 13.0% above December 2019;
  • Osceola: 24.3% above December 2019; and
  • Seminole: 16.2% above December 2019.

2020 Annual Market Recap
(cumulative 2020 totals compared to cumulative 2019 totals)

Median Price

The 2020 annual median home price for 2020 ($265,00) is 9.1% higher than the 2019 annual median price ($243,000) and 14.0% higher compared to 2018’s annual median price ($232,500).

The annual median price of single-family homes increased by 9.6% to $285,000 in 2020, while the median price of condos increased by 7.4% to $145,000.

Sales

Sales in 2020 were up by 0.5% over 2019. A total of 36,871 homes were sold in 2020, compared to 36,707 the previous year.

Sales of single-family homes increased by 2.3% over 2019. Condo sales were down 10.2% and townhomes were down 1.2%.

By year’s end in 2020, 40,743 homes were sold in the Orlando MSA whereas 41,922 homes had been sold by year’s end in 2019, for a 2.8% decrease. Each individual county’s year-end sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 0.5% below 2019;
  • Orange: 5.6% below 2019;
  • Osceola: 0.5% above 2019;
  • Seminole: 1.6% below 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - December 2020

 

Orlando Area Home Sales Hot for the Holidays, as Low Inventory Persists

(Released December 15, 2020) Plenty of people bought a new home in the Orlando area for the holidays, despite low inventory and the number of new listings falling to their lowest levels this year, according to a new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. A total of 3,251 homes were sold in November, accounting for a 20.4% increase in sales over November 2019. However, inventory plummeted 26.2% during that same time period.

“There are fewer homes on the market, but they are selling quickly. The highest demand is for homes between $200,000 to $350,000,” said 2020 ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. “Sellers in this price range are getting multiple offers, sometimes within just a few hours. Buyers in this price range should check with their REALTOR® to ensure they have everything they need, so they’re ready to pounce when they see that dream home.”

The number of days on market (DOM) has fallen to an average of just 44 days, the lowest in three years. Low mortgage rates play a key role in driving the home buying frenzy, according to a survey of ORRA members this fall. Average rates have fallen to 2.7%, a dramatic difference from the past two years: 3.6% in 2019 and 4.9% in 2018.

Median Price

Low inventory coupled with high demand continues drive up home prices. The median price for all types of homes increased 14.6% from November 2019 to November 2020 and is now sitting at $275,000.

The median price for single-family homes rose 15.1% from $259,000 in November 2019 to $298,000 in November 2020. There was also a 2.8% increase from October.

For condos, there was also a significant change in price from year-to-year (11.1%). The median price was $135,000 in 2019 and increased to $150,000 in 2020. Prices were unchanged from October.

For duplexes, townhomes, and villas, the November median price rose 4.2% from $217,000 in 2019 to $226,000 in 2020 but dipped 5.0% from the prior month.

Sales and Inventory

A total of 2,592 single-family home sold in November, accounting for a 25% increase over November 2019, when 2,073 single-family homes sold.

Condos were the only housing category to show a year-over-year decline (4.1%) with 326 sales in November 2020 and 340 in November 2019.

Robust sales continue for townhomes, duplexes, and villas with a 15.6% jump over 2019. There were 333 units sold in November 2020, compared to 288 during November of last year.

November’s 37 distressed home sales accounted for just 1.14% of sales, fewer than the same time last year (4.3%) and the prior month (1.8%).

While the overall number of homes sold in November increased dramatically from 2019 to 2020, sales of all types showed significant declines compared to October. There were 10% fewer single-family homes, 14.9% condos and 10.9% duplexes townhomes and villas sold.

It would take on average 1.72 months to sell all the available inventory in the greater Orlando area right now. There is less than a month’s supply of homes in the price range of $180,000-350,000. Housing economists generally consider a five to six-month supply to indicate a healthy market that is balanced between buyers and sellers.

Forward-facing Indicators

Inventory shortages are putting the squeeze on home sales heading into the new year. For a second straight month, the number of pending home sales has decreased, and now stands at 4,688, a drop of 5.8%. The number of new homes listed for sale in November fell 3.8% year-over-year. However, new contracts rose from November 2019 by 14%, during what is typically a slow time of year.

“We are closing out the year the same way it began -- with inventory dropping and prices rising,” Stewart said. “We know that people are coming from other parts of Florida and the country to take advantage of Central Florida’s more affordable cost-of-living and desirable lifestyle.”

MSA Numbers

Home sales over the last few months have made up for lost ground during the COVID-19 shutdown in March. Year-to-date sales are down 4.6% overall. Across the entire Orlando MSA, home sales grew in November.

Each individual county's sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 5.7% above November 2019
  • Orange: 19.6% above November 2019
  • Osceola: 26.1% above November 2019
  • Seminole: 18.8% above November 2019

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - November 2020

Low Inventory of Homes for Sale Continues to Drive Up Orlando Area Home Prices

(Released November 16, 2020) The Orlando area avoided the typical fall slowdown and, instead, showed significant increases in homes sales and home prices in October, according to a new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Monthly housing report data reveals that the number of homes sold in October 2020 spiked 25% over October 2019, and the median price increased 11.6% during that same time frame.

"We're seeing strong home sales making up for steep declines earlier this year. REALTORS® are not seeing the usual slowdown as we head into the holiday season," said ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. "This October has more new listings than in previous years, and the most since July, indicating this market is likely to stay hot through the winter."

Overall year-to-date home sales for 2020 are down only 3% from last year, despite the impacts from COVID-19. A survey from ORRA, conducted earlier this fall, found that low-interest rates are the top reason buyers seek new homes. Mortgage rates continue to decline, with the average rate sitting at 2.72% for October.

Median Price

In October 2020, the overall median price was $269,950.

For a single-family home, the median price was $290,000, 10% higher than in October 2019. However, the price dipped slightly (1.9%), by $5,500, from September.

The median price for condos showed smaller gains from October 2019 (4.9%), but a 7.1% spike from September 2020, reaching $150,000.

For duplexes, townhomes, and villas, the October median price rose 9.2% from 2019 to $238,000, an increase of 3.5% from September.

Sales and Inventory

ORRA members sold 3,634 homes in October, an increase of 4% over September. Single-family homes sales, accounting for 2,877 homes, jumped 28.9% over last year (2,232) and 4.6% from the previous month (2,750).

The 383 condos sold were up 6% from 2019 (361) and down by 4% from September (399).

Townhomes, duplexes, and villas had dramatic gains, with the number sold (374) 19.5% higher than 2019. When comparing September and October, there was a 13.7% increase in the number of units sold.

The number of single-family homes on the market (3,880) declined 37% from 6,140 in October 2019. There were more condos, townhomes, villas, and duplexes available one year ago.

Low inventory remains a top concern for REALTORS®, as the trend continues into October. There was only a 1.61 month supply of homes for the Orlando area. If all homes on the market were sold, it would only take a little over six weeks. For houses between $140,000-349,999, it would take slightly more than a month. The average time spent on the market is 48 days, which is the same as September.

Housing economists generally consider a 5- to 6-month supply to indicate a healthy market that is balanced between buyers and sellers.

"We see a seller-driven market, and there is a tremendous amount of demand. Many sellers are getting multiple offers on their homes. It's not unusual to see homes selling a day or two after hitting the market. Buyers should come prepared and pre-approved, and expect to put in an offer quickly," Stewart said.

In October, there were 67 distressed homes, accounting for 1.84% of all Orlando area transactions.

Forward-facing Indicators

Tight inventory continues to play a role in the number of pending home sales (4,977). October is the first month to show a decline in homes under contract since April. Compared to a year ago, when there were 4,308 sales pending, there are 16% more homes under contract leading into the holiday season.

New contracts have also stayed steady from last month, with numbers rising from 3,400 to 3,409. That number is even higher when compared to 2019 (3,003).

MSA Numbers

Across the entire Orlando MSA, October sales prices grew considerably over last year, especially in Osceola and Seminole Counties.

Each individual county's sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 16.5% above October 2019;
  • Orange: 16.7% above October 2019;
  • Osceola: 25.7% above October 2019; and
  • Seminole: 24.1% above October 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month of August be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - October 2020

Homes for Sale Continues to Drive Up Orlando Area Home Prices

(Released October 15, 2020) Orlando-area homes continue to fly off the market this fall, as inventory remains tight, according to a new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Monthly housing report data from September 2020 reveals fewer homes and higher prices than last year (September 2019), with a 23.3% drop in inventory and a 10.2% increase in the overall median home price to $270,000.

"While spring is usually the busiest time for home sales, fall seems to show no signs of a slow-down. COVID-19 has changed the dynamic for 2020. We have seen mortgage rates continue to decline to an average of 2.74%, giving buyers additional incentives this fall. However, the majority of the Orlando market, priced $500K and below, is still tipped in favor of sellers, with so few homes on the market," says ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. "If we were to sell all the single-family homes, priced between $90K and $500K, in the Orlando area right now, it's likely it would take less than two months."

Housing economists generally consider a 5- to 6-month supply to indicate a healthy market that is balanced between buyers and sellers.

Homes sold in September only spent an average of 48 days on the market, a decrease from 51 in August.

Median Price

In September, the median price for single-family homes remained flat, only increasing $500 from August to $295,500. However, that number is up 11.5% from September 2019, when the median price was $265,000.

The median price for condos showed less of a gain, hovering around $140,000, an increase of 5.8% over September 2019. For duplexes, townhomes, and villas, the September median price rose 6.9% year-over-year to $229,999.

Sales and Inventory

Homes sold in September only spent an average of 48 days on the market, a decrease from 51 in August.

ORRA members participated in 3,478 sales of all home types combined in September, a dramatic gain of 16.36% over last year. Sales were down slightly (1.7%) from August.

This fall marked a large increase (19.4%) in the number of sales for single-family homes but a severe drop in inventory over last year. A total of 2,750 single-family homes changed hands, and the supply of homes dropped 34.6% to 3,986 homes on the market compared to 6,102 during the same time last year.

For condos, inventory was up 18.2% between September 2019 and September 2020, when 1,240 hit the market. However, the number of sales remained flat from 400 last year to 399 this year.

More duplexes, townhomes, and villas hit the market and were sold in September 2020, versus 2019. The number of sales showed a 15% gain from 2019. Inventory increased 17.8% from 633 last year to 746 this year. The median price, sales, and inventory all saw boosts from August 2020 to September 2020.

In September, there were 43 sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales), accounting for 1.24% of all home sales.

Forward-facing Indicators

The Orlando area's housing market shows no signs of slowing, as pending sales remain flat from August (5,467) to September (5,429). When compared to last year, there were 23.3% more homes pending this year.

New contracts have also risen year-over-year from 2,757 to 3,400. However, they have declined since last month by 4.5%.

MSA Numbers

Tight inventory has taken its toll on sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties). For the year, sales are down by 9.25% overall. However, all local counties saw gains over September 2019.

Each individual county's sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 16.1% above September 2019;
  • Orange: 13% above August 2019;
  • Osceola: 10.8% above August 2019; and
  • Seminole: 10% above August 2019.

 This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month August be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - September 2020

Orlando home sales, median price increase as inventory continues freefall

(Released September 15, 2020) A spring of paused transactions have propelled an upswing in buyer activity that continued in August and sent Orlando area home sales into positive territory for the second consecutive month, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Orlando’s median price also continued on its upward path, while inventory again fell to a new low.

A spring of paused transactions have propelled an upswing in buyer activity that continued in August and sent Orlando area home sales into positive territory for the second consecutive month, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Orlando’s median price also continued on its upward path, while inventory again fell to a new low.

“Lack of inventory — not lack of buyer activity, as you would expect — is clearly shaping up to be the concerning result of the COVID-19 pandemic,” says ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. “In fact, the availability of single-family properties within our most in-demand price ranges of $160,000 to $400,000 is startling; less than a single month of supply.”

Housing economists generally consider a 5- to 6-month supply to indicate a healthy market that is balanced between buyers and sellers.

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in August is $275,000, which is 10.0% above the August 2019 median price of $250,000 and 1.9% above the July 2020 median price of $270,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in August increased 9.3% over August 2019 and is now $295,000. The median price for condos increased 11.3% to $152,500 and townhomes/villas/duplexes increased 4.2% to $225,900.

The Orlando housing affordability index for August is 137.47%, down from 137.74% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyer affordability index decreased to 97.76 from 97.95 last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,539 sales of all home types combined in August, which is 4.2% more than the 3,397 sales in August 2019 and 3.8% more than the 3,679 sales in July 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (2,868) in August 2020 increased by 7.5% compared to August 2019, while condo sales (367) decreased 12.8% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (304 combined) decreased 1.6% over August 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 82 in August and are 4.7% less than the 86 distressed sales in August 2019. Distressed sales made up 2.5% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in August was 2.85%, down from 2.97% the month prior.

Homes that closed in August took an average of 49 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 44 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 93 days from listing to closing (equal to a total of 93 days the month prior).

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in August (5,958) represents a decrease of 22.1% when compared to August 2019, and a 4.2% decrease compared to last month. There were 34.3.% fewer single-family homes; 20.3% more condos; and 28.3% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Forward-facing Indicators

Pending sales in August are up 15.8% compared to August of last year and are down 1.7% compared to last month.

New contracts are up 11.4% year over year, and new listings are up 3.3%

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in August were 0.7% lower than in August of 2019. To date, sales in the MSA are down by 11.3%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 6.0% above August 2019;
  • Orange: 4.4% below August 2019;
  • Osceola: 6.3% above August 2019; and
  • Seminole: 2.5% below August 2019.

 This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month August be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - August 2020

Orlando home sales and median price increase in July as inventory plummets

Orlando’s housing market in July saw a surge in buyer activity that tipped home sales back into the black after three months of precipitous year-over-year declines caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. The median price of homes sold in Orlando continued on its upward path, while inventory fell to its lowest level this year.

“The steep pause in closing activity during April, May, and June created a transaction surge in July that was actually 1% greater than in July of last year,” explains ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW, who also notes low interest rates as a factor that is driving buyers. “Orlando REALTORS® across the board are reporting a level of buyer demand that continues to far exceed the supply of available properties. We can easily attribute any future depression in sales to an accelerating lack of inventory.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in July is $270,000, which is 9.2% above the July 2019 median price of $247,250 and 1.9% above the June 2020 median price of $265,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in July increased 10.1% over July 2019 and is now $295,000. The median price for condos increased 5.1% to $145,000 and townhomes/villas/duplexes increased 4.6% to $224,900.

The Orlando housing affordability index for July is 137.74%, down from 139.10% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyer affordability index decreased to 97.95 from 98.92 last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,679 sales of all home types combined in July, which is 1.4% more than the 3,628 sales in July 2019 and 18.6% more than the 3,103 sales in June 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (2,920) in July 2020 increased by 2.4% compared to July 2019, while condo sales (401) decreased 4.8% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (358 combined) increased 0.9% over July 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 79 in July and are 27.5% less than the 109 distressed sales in July 2019. Distressed sales made up 2.2% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in July was 2.97%, down from 3.04% the month prior.

Homes that closed in July took an average of 54 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 39 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 93 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 87 days the month prior).

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in July (6,220) represents a decrease of 22.2% when compared to July 2019, and a 5.1% decrease compared to last month. There were 32.7% fewer single-family homes; 11.4% more condos; and 22.8% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Forward-facing Indicators

Pending sales in July are up 8.7% compared to July of last year and are down 1.5% compared to last month.

New contracts are up 8.2% year over year, and new listings are up 3.6%

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in July were 2.1% lower than in July of 2019. To date, sales in the MSA are down by 13.6%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 6.8% above July 2019;
*Orange: 5.2% below July 2019;
*Osceola: 4.3% below July 2019; and
*Seminole: 0.5% above July 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month July be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - June 2020

Orlando's June home sales surge as COVID-19 candemic continues

Orlando home sales are surging despite the region’s continuing struggle with COVID-19. A new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association shows that home sales skyrocketed in June, up nearly 46% from May. The number of homes for sale continues to be an issue, as June inventory experienced a decline of 19% when compared to June of 2019.

“Despite the ongoing pandemic, there is still strong demand from homebuyers throughout the Orlando area. With virtual tours and other measures, such as limiting in-person showings, REALTORS® have been able to accommodate buyers and sellers and conduct business while maintaining safety protocols,” said 2020 ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. “The outlook continues to be positive, as pending sales in June were also up, showing an increase of 14.5% from May.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in June was $265,000, which is 6% above the June 2019 median price of $249,999 and 1.9% above the May 2020 median price of $259,900.

The median price for single-family homes sold in June 2020 increased 3.7% over June 2019 and is now $280,000. The median price for condos increased 4.9% to $141,000 and townhomes/villas/duplexes increased 0.5% to $219,950.

The Orlando housing affordability index for June was 139.10%, up from 138.37% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyer’s affordability index increased to 98.92% from 98.40% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,103 sales of all home types combined in June, which is 9% less than the 3,412 sales in June 2019 and 45.9% more than the 2,127 sales in May 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (2,478) in June 2020 decreased by 8.2% compared to June 2019, while condo sales (325) decreased 20% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (300 combined) increased 2.6% over June 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 87 in June and are 25.6% less than the 117 distressed sales in June 2019. Distressed sales made up 2.8% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in June (6,557) represents a decrease of 18.6% when compared to June 2019, and a 9.7% decrease compared to last month. There were 26.8% fewer single-family homes; 6.3% more condos; and 19% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.1-month supply of homes in Orlando for June. There was a 2.4-month supply in June of last year and a 3.4-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in June was 3.04%, down from 3.22% the month prior.

Homes that closed in June took an average of 52 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 38 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 90 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 87 days the month prior).

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in June were 13.4% lower than June of 2019. To date, sales in the MSA are down by 15.8%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 15.6% below June 2019;
*Orange: 18.5% below June 2019;
*Osceola: 6.8% below June 2019; and
*Seminole: 3.6% below June 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor Stellar MLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by Stellar MLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month March be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - May 2020

Orlando median home price continues to rise in May as closings and inventory fall

The median price of homes sold in May increased nearly 7% while transactions dropped 44% during the second month to illustrate the impact of COVID-19 on Orlando’s housing market. Inventory experienced a year-over-year decline of 11%, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association.

“Despite year-over-year comparison that are in the red, our month-over-month forward-facing indicators are showing signs of eagerness within the market,” says ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. “For example, when compared to the previous month, pending sales, new listings, and new contracts are up by double digits. In fact, the number of new contracts in May soared 61 percent compared to April.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in May is $259,900, which is 7.0% above the May 2019 median price of $243,000 and 1.5% below the April 2020 median price of $263,750.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in May increased 5.4% over May 2019 and is now $277,250. The median price for condos increased 2.8% to $140,000 and townhomes/villas/duplexes increased 3.1% to $218,250.

The Orlando housing affordability index for May is 138.37%, up from 136.60% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 98.4% from 97.14% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,127 sales of all home types combined in May, which is 44.1% less than the 3,806 sales in May 2019 and 11.1% less than the 2,393 sales in April 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (1,732) in May 2020 decreased by 42.5% compared to May 2019, while condo sales (193) decreased 55.3% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (202 combined) decreased 44.5% over May 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 70 in May and are 46.1% less than the 130 distressed sales in May 2019. Distressed sales made up 3.3% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in May (7,260) represents a decrease of 10.6% when compared to May 2019, and a 5.2% decrease compared to last month. There were 18.4% fewer single-family homes; 9.5% more condos; and 35.3% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.4-month supply of homes in Orlando for May. There was a 2.1-month supply in May of last year and a 3.2-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in May was 3.22%, up from 3.20% the month prior.

Homes that closed in May took an average of 48 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 39 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 87 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 84 days the month prior).

Pending sales in May are down 13.5% compared to May of last year and are up 34.0% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in May were 43.9% lower than in May of 2019. To date, sales in the MSA are down by 16.4%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 30.4% below May 2019;
*Orange: 46.2% below May 2019;
*Osceola: 50.5% below May 2019; and
*Seminole: 42.2% below May 2019.


This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month May be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - April 2020

Orlando median home price rises as April numbers reveal an expected decline in closings 

(Released May 15, 2020) Orlando’s housing market in April saw its median home price increase 12%, while home sales dropped 28% in the first month to show an anticipated decline in activity as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Inventory experienced a year-over-year decline of 3%, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. 

“Our market — like those nationwide — is grappling with the coronavirus-induced slowdown,” says ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW. “Orlando REALTORS® anticipate listings and buying activity will eventually resume, especially given our history of demand versus low supply along with the record low mortgage rates that increase buyers’ purchasing power.”

“Although the pandemic is a major disruption in regard to sales, Orlando home prices held up in April and even increased due to the ongoing housing shortage, continues Stewart. “However, while lack of inventory in the lower-price categories will likely safeguard prices, it’s possible the upper-end market segment could experience a decline in values.”

Median Price 

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in April is $263,750, which is 12.2% above the April 2019 median price of $235,000 and 4.0% above the March 2020 median price of $253,500.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in April increased 9.0% over April 2019 and is now $278,000. The median price for condos increased 5.1% to $145,000 and townhomes/villas/duplexes increased 5.6% to $225,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for April is 136.60, down from 137.63, down from last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 97.14 from 97.87 last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,393 sales of all home types combined in April, which is 28.1% less than the 3,329 sales in April 2019 and 25.3% less than the 3,204 sales in March 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (1,926) in April 2020 decreased by 24.0% compared to April 2019, while condo sales (249) decreased 42.5% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (218 combined) decreased 37.2% over April 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 61 in April and are 41.9% less than the 105 distressed sales in April 2019. Distressed sales made up 2.6% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in April (7,659) represents a decrease of 2.9% when compared to April 2019, and a 4.3% increase compared to last month. There were 8.7% fewer single-family homes; 6.9% more condos; and 42.4% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.2-month supply of homes in Orlando for April. There was a 2.4-month supply in April of last year and a 2.3-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in April was 3.20%, down from 3.45% the month prior.

Homes that closed in April took an average of 47 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 39 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 86 days from listing to closing (down from a total of 91 days the month prior).

Pending sales in April are down 36.3% compared to April of last year and are down 17.1% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in April were 32.4% lower than in April of 2019. To date, sales in the MSA are down by 7.2%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 33.5% below April 2019;
  • Orange: 35.8% below April 2019;
  • Osceola: 30.8% below April 2019; and
  • Seminole: 23.5% below April 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month April be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

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Housing Market Narrative - March 2020

Orlando sales and median price record increases as housing market awaits impact from COVID-19 

Orlando’s housing market in March saw its home sales improve by nearly 2% compared to March 2019, while the median price increased by 8%. Inventory experienced a year-over-year decline of 10%, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association.

ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW, points out that we will have to wait another month to see solid evidence of the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic in Orlando’s home sales statistics. “Because of the amount of time it traditionally takes a home to move through the transaction process (an average of 37 days in March), the properties that closed in March most likely went under contract sometime in February, before the stock market declines and stay-at-home orders.”

“It’s important to remember that we’re in a global pandemic, not a real estate recession. Orlando is a vibrant destination in great demand to new residents, international homebuyers, investors, etc.,” continues Stewart. “It’s clear we are probably going to see a slowdown in sales, but we can’t offer short-term market predictions because this is a situation the likes of which we’ve never encountered. However, we are confident in the long-term strength of Orlando’s real estate market.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in March is $253,500, which is 7.9% above the March 2019 median price of $235,000 and 1.4% above the February 2020 median price of $250,000.

According to Stewart, the increase in median price can be attributed in part to the historically low interest rates that increase purchasing power and allow buyers to qualify for homes with higher price tags.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in March increased 5.9% over March 2019 and is now $270,000. The median price for condos increased 14.5% to $146,000 and townhomes/villas/duplexes increased 5.0% to $220,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for March is137.63, down from 139.71 last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 97.87 from 99.35% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,204 sales of all home types combined in March, which is 2.0% more than the 3,142 sales in March 2019 and 27.1% more than the 2,521 sales in February 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (2,544) in March 2020 increased by 3.3% compared to March 2019, while condo sales (352) decreased 11.3% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (308 combined) increased 9.2% over March 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 80 in March and are 27.3% less than the 110 distressed sales in March 2019. Distressed sales made up 2.5% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in March (7,341) represents a decrease of 9.6% when compared to March 2019, and a 7.6% increase compared to last month. There were 14.2% fewer single-family homes; 1.3% fewer condos; and 27.3% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for March. There was a 2.6-month supply in March of last year and a 2.7-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in March was 3.45%, up from 3.43% the month prior.

Homes that closed in March took an average of 54 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 91 days from listing to closing (down from a total of 94 days the month prior).

Pending sales in March are down 14.9% compared to March of last year and are down 14.7% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in March were, coincidentally, exactly the same as in March of 2019: 3,612. To date, sales in the MSA are up by 4.1%

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 6.7% above March 2019;
  • Orange: 1.7% below March 2019;
  • Osceola: 1.3% above March 2019; and
  • Seminole: 2.9% below March 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month March be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - February 2020

Orlando home sales and median price tick upward as inventory continues to drop

Orlando’s housing market in February saw its home sales improve by more than 4% compared to February 2019, while the median price experienced a 6% percent increase. Inventory experienced a year-over-year decline of 17% and continues to be a mitigating factor, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association.

ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Propeties SW, points out that Orlando REALTORS®, like those across the country, anticipate an impact from the coronavirus situation on the real estate market but are unable to predict what that might be.

“For example if buyer demand eases, we could see a positive influence on Orlando’s critically low inventory levels while at the same time seeing a negative impact on sales,” says Stewart. “On the flip side, if prospective sellers decide not to list their homes for the traditional spring/summer selling season, there could be a further decline in the number of homes available for purchase in the Orlando area.”

Stewart also emphasizes that homebuyers and sellers can turn to their REALTORS® for a discussion of best safety practices related to mitigating the risk of coronavirus. Options include maximizing technology such as video home tours, or implementing pre- and post-showing sanitization routines for both buyers and sellers.

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in February is $250,000, which is 6.4% above the February 2019 median price of $235,000 and up 2.0 % compared to the January 2020 median price of $245,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in February increased 8.0% over February 2019 and is now $270,000. The median price for condos increased 6.2% to $145,500.

The Orlando housing affordability index for February is 139.71, down from 140.36 last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased a fraction to 99.35 from 99.81% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,521 sales of all home types combined in February, which is 4.4% more than the 2,414 sales in February 2019 and 11.1% more than the 2,270 sales in January 2020.

Sales of single-family homes (1,959) in February 2020 increased by 4.5.0% compared to February 2019, while condo sales (326) increased 16.9% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (236 combined) decreased 9.6% over February 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 113 in February and are 5.6% more than the 107 distressed sales in February 2019. Distressed sales made up 4.4% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in February (6,825) represents a decrease of 16.7% when compared to February 2019, and a 2.9% decrease compared to last month. There were 19.9% fewer single-family homes; 11.1% fewer condos; and 7.7% more duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.7-month supply of homes in Orlando for February. There was a 3.4-month supply in February of last year and a 3.1-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in February was 3.43%, down from 3.55% the month prior.

Homes that closed in February took an average of 58 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 36 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 94 days from listing to closing (down from a total of 98 days the month prior).

Pending sales in February are up 10.9% compared to February of last year and are up 20.4% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in February were up by 2.8% when compared to February of 2019. To date, sales in the MSA are up by 6.9%

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 11.0% above February 2019;
  • Orange: 1.8% below February 2019;
  • Osceola: 10.0% above February 2019; and
  • Seminole: 1.5% above February 2019.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month February be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

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Housing Market Narrative - January 2020

Orlando home sales, median price jump as inventory plummets in January

Orlando’s housing market in January marked a second consecutive month of double-digit year-over-year sales increases, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Sales improved by more than 16 percent compared to January 2019, while the median price experienced an 8 percent increase. However, the numbers of homes available for purchase in Orlando dropped by nearly 15 percent.

ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW, points toward few interesting pieces of data in this month’s housing report. “First off, Osceola County’s 25 percent increase in sales was by far the greatest of the four counties that make up the Orlando Metropolitan Statistical Area,” says Stewart. “Secondly, sales of duplexes, townhomes, and villas surged 37 percent above the January 2019 tally, and likely reflects our ongoing shortage of single-family homes priced below $300,000.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in January is $245,000, which is 7.9% above the January 2019 median price of $227,000 and down 1.6% compared to the December 2019 median price of $249,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in January increased 6.9% over January 2019 and is now $265,000. The median price for condos increased 11.2% to $139,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for January is 140.36, up from 135.73% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 99.81% from 96.52% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,270 sales of all home types combined in January, which is 16.4% more than the 1,950 sales in January 2019 and 25.2% less than the 3,033 sales in December 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (1,751) in January 2020 increased by 17.0% compared to January 2019, while condo sales (294) increased 1.7% year over year. Duplexes, townhomes, and villas (225 combined) leapt 37.2 percent over January 2019.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 108 in January and are 16.1% more than the 93 distressed sales in January 2019. Distressed sales made up 4.8% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in January (7,030) represents a decrease of 14.7% when compared to January 2019, and a 0.1% increase compared to last month. There were 16.0% fewer single-family homes; 11.9% less condos; and 7.0% less duplexes/townhomes/villas, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.10-month supply of homes in Orlando for January. There was a 4.2-month supply in January 2019 and a 2.3-month supply in December 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in January was 3.55%, down from 3.66% the month prior.

Homes that closed in January took an average of 60 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 38 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 98 days from listing to closing (static from a total of 91 days the month prior).

Pending sales in January are up 7.8% compared to January of last year and are up 25.9% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in January were up by 11.8% when compared to January of 2019.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 9.2% above January 2019;
  • Orange: 9.9% above January 2019;
  • Osceola: 25.3% above January 2019; and
  • Seminole: 6.9% above January 2019.


This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month January be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - December and Year-end 2019

Orlando housing market closes out 2019 with slight increases in median price and sales

Orlando’s annual median home price for 2019 ($242,000) is 4.1% higher than the 2018 annual median price ($232,500) thanks to another 11 months of year-over-year median price increases, according to the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s year-end report. Only one month in 2019, April, posted a decline in median price. 

Orlando home sales completed during 2019 racked up a final tally of 36,694, which is 1.8% above the cumulative sales total of 36,057 for 2018. For a bit of historical comparison, annual sales in 2018 were 3.2% lower than in 2017.

ORRA President Reese Stewart, RE/MAX Properties SW, sees the Orlando’s 2020 housing market continuing along a path similar to 2019. “Orlando REALTORS® expect high demand from buyers in 2020, but only moderate gains in home sales due to our chronic low inventory. Those same forces are expected to buoy median price gains at a decelerated but healthy rate.”

“Furthermore, we expect continued seller’s market conditions overall and particularly within the lower price categories, where lack of inventory is most significant,” explains Stewart. “Luxury homebuyers, however, have much to cheer about as data shows that inventory levels at the price point of $750,000 and above moves the needle firmly into buyer’s market territory.”

Note: Additional 2019 cumulative statistics are included at the end of this release

December 2019 Market Recap

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in December is $249,700, which is 7.6% above the December 2018 median price of $232,000 and up 4.0% compared to the November 2019 median price of $240,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in December increased 5.0% over December 2018 and is now $265,000. The median price for condos increased 5.3% to $139,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for December is 135.73% down from 141.87% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 96.52% from 100.88% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,020 sales of all home types combined in December, which is 24.7% more than the 2,422 sales in December 2018 and 11.8% more than the 2,701 sales in November 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (2,401) in December 2019 increased by 27.7% compared to December 2018, while condo sales (294) decreased 2.3% year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 103 in December and are 10.8% more than the 93 distressed sales in December 2018. Distressed sales made up 3.4% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in December (7,023) represents a decrease of 10.8% when compared to December 2018, and a 7.1% decrease compared to last month. There were 12.2% fewer single-family homes and 9.2% less condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for December. There was a 3.3-month supply in December 2018 and a 2.8-month supply in November 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in December was 3.66%, up from 3.61% same as the month prior.

Homes that closed in December took an average of 54 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 91 days from listing to closing (static from a total of 91 days the month prior).

Pending sales in December are up 6.9% compared to December of last year and are down 18.6% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in December were up by 18.0% when compared to December of 2018. Year to date, sales are down 1.3%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 6.2% above December 2018;
  • Orange: 20.1% above December 2018;
  • Osceola: 23.9% above December 2018; and
  • Seminole: 18.6% above December 2018.


2019 Annual Market Recap
(cumulative 2019 totals compared to cumulative 2018 totals)

Median Price

The 2019 annual median price of $242,000 is an increase of 4.1% when compared to 2018’s annual median price of $232,500.

The annual median price of single-family homes increased 3.0% to $260,000 in 2019, while the median price of condos increased 7.1% to $135,000.

Sales

Sales in 2019 were up by 1.8% over 2018. A total of 36,694 homes were sold in 2019 compared to 36,057 the previous year.

Sales of single-family homes decreased 2.8% over 2018; condo sales were up 0.7% and townhomes were down 4.6%

By year’s end in 2019, 41,910 homes were sold in the Orlando MSA whereas 42,448 homes had been sold by year’s end in 2018, for a 1.3% decrease. Each individual county’s year-end sales comparisons are as follows:

  • Lake: 0.9% below 2018;
  • Orange: 1.4% below 2018;
  • Osceola: 2.3% below 2018;
  • Seminole: 0.5% below 2018.

 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month December be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - November 2019

Orlando home sales, median price on the rise in November while inventory drops

Orlando’s housing market in recorded 3% year-over-year increases in both median price and sales in November, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. The association’s data also show that the inventory of homes available for purchase declined for the fourth consecutive month, with November’s 10 percent drop the steepest of 2019.

“Despite our ongoing inventory challenge, there are some very interesting forward-looking indicators this month,” says ORRA President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “For example, the pending sales tally is up 17 percent compared to November of last year, and the new-contract count is up a whopping 28 percent. While some of this movement can be attributed to the traditional rush to close before the new year and desire to take advantage of homeownership’s tax benefits, I’d point my finger squarely at the very favorable interest rate that homebuyers are currently enjoying.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in November is $240,000, which is 3.0% above the November 2018 median price of $233,000 and down 0.8% compared to the October 2019 median price of $242,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in November increased 3.2% over November 2018 and is now $259,000. The median price for condos increased 0.3% to $135,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for November is 141.87% up from 140.70% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 100.88% from 100.05% from last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,671 sales of all home types combined in November, which is 3.3% more than the 2,585 sales in November 2018 and 8.1% less than the 2,906 sales in October 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (2,044) in November 2019 increased by 2.9% compared to November 2018, while condo sales (340) increased 3.0% year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 113 in November and are 12.4% less than the 129 distressed sales in November 2018. Distressed sales made up 4.2% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in November (7,562) represents a decrease of 10.3% when compared to November 2018, and a 3.5% decrease compared to last month. There were 11.2% fewer single-family homes and 12.3% less condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.8-month supply of homes in Orlando for November. There was a 3.3-month supply in November 2018 and a 2.7-month supply in October 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in November was 3.61%, the same as the month prior.

Homes that closed in November took an average of 54 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 91 days from listing to closing (static from a total of 91 days the month prior).

Pending sales in November are up 17.4% compared to November of last year and are down 2.1% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in November were down by 0.6% when compared to November of 2018. To date, sales are down 2.7%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 3.1% above November 2018;
*Orange: 0.8% below November 2018;
*Osceola: 5.1% below November 2018; and
*Seminole: 0.9% above November 2018.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month November be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - October 2019

Orlando median price rises in October while sales and inventory drop

Orlando’s housing market in recorded a 6% year-over-year increase in median price and a small 1% decrease in sales in October. The inventory of homes available for purchase appears to be back on a declining trend, with a decrease (5%) for the third consecutive month.

“Low inventory translates into opportunity for sellers,” says Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “Declining interest rates mean greater purchasing power, which is alluring to buyers, and our local demand is illustrated by an 8 percent increase in pending sales for October.”

“The holidays and wintertime are actually excellent times to list a home, especially here in Orlando where we don’t have weather concerns” continues Fagan, “Those who are searching for a home during these periods tend to be very serious about making a purchase, and with fewer customers real estate service providers tend to be more attentive.”

October Housing Market Indicators

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in October is $242,000, which is 5.7% above the October 2018 median price of $229,000 and down 1.2% compared to the September 2019 median price of $245,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in October increased 5.2% over October 2018 and is now $263,000. The median price for condos increased 12.8% to $143,500.

The Orlando housing affordability index for October is 140.70, up from 137.63% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 100.05 from 97.87% from last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,899 sales of all home types combined in October, which is 0.9% less than the 2,924 sales in October 2018 and 3.0% less than the 2,989 sales in September 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (2,227) in October 2019 decreased by 0.1% compared to October 2018, while condo sales (360) decreased 10.5% year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 100 in October and are 20.0% less than the 125 distressed sales in October 2018. Distressed sales made up 3.5% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in October (7,837) represents a decrease of 5.3% when compared to October 2018, and a 0.7% increase compared to last month. There were 6.4% fewer single-family homes and 5.4% less condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.7-month supply of homes in Orlando for October. There was a 2.8-month supply in October 2018 and a 2.6-month supply in September 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in October was 3.61%, down from 3.68% the month prior.

Homes that closed in October took an average of 54 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 91 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 89 days the month prior).

Pending sales in October are up 8.3% compared to October of last year and are up 0.6% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in October were down by 1.6% when compared to October of 2018. To date, sales are down 2.9%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 5.8% above October 2018;
*Orange: 2.8% below October 2018;
*Osceola: 0.7% below October 2018; and
*Seminole: 5.7% below October 2018.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month October be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - September 2019

Orlando median price and sales both rise in September; inventory dips

Orlando’s housing market in September recorded year-over-year increases in both sales (7%) and median price (5%). The inventory of home available for purchase, however, saw a second consecutive decline after nine months of positive postings.

“The unexpected boost in post-summertime sales can be attributed in part to encouragement from falling interest rates,” says Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers have dropped each month this year since February, and the September average rate of 3.68% is down 21% from the September 2018 average rate of 4.66 percent.”

Fagan also points out that lower interest rates help homebuyers overcome rising prices by providing more purchasing power.

September Housing Market Indicators

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in September is $245,000, which is 5.2% above the September 2018 median price of $233,000 and down 2.0% compared to the August 2019 median price of $250,000.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in September increased 19.4% over September 2018 and is now $303,000. The median price for condos increased 34.3% to $167,886.

The Orlando housing affordability index for September is 137.63%, up from 134.06% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 97.87% from to 95.33% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,972 sales of all home types combined in September, which is a 7.1% more than the 2,776 sales in September 2018 and 12.5% less than the 3,397 sales in August 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (2,290) in September 2019 increased by 8.8% compared to September 2018, while condo sales (399) increased 2.1% year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 112 in September and are 10.4% less than the 125 distressed sales in September 2018. Distressed sales made up 3.8% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in September (7,784) represents a decrease of 3.8% when compared to September 2018, and a 1.7% increase compared to last month. There were 5.7% fewer single-family homes and 2.1% less condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.6-month supply of homes in Orlando for September. There was a 2.9-month supply in September 2018 and a 2.3-month supply in August 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in September was 3.68%, down from 3.72% the month prior.

Homes that closed in September took an average of 51 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 88 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 86 days the month prior).

Pending sales in September are up 2.2% compared to September of last year and are down 9.3% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in September were up by 6.8% when compared to September of 2018. To date, sales are down 3.1%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 8.3% above September 2018;
*Orange: 9.2% above September 2018;
*Osceola: 8.5% above September 2018; and
*Seminole: 1.6% below September 2018.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the Stellar Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor StellarMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or by StellarMLS does not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month September be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - August 2010

Orlando median price gains while inventory drops and sales hold steady 

Orlando’s housing market in August saw both its largest increase (+9%) in year-over-year median price and its first inventory decline (-2%) in 2019. Sales were up a tiny fraction (+0.1) compared to August 2018.

“Orlando’s ongoing challenge with the lower-price range categories, which have solid demand and insufficient supply, is consequently pushing up home prices,” says Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “In addition, while our local economic indicators — particularly very favorable interest rates — point toward a housing strong market, low supply that leaves first-time homebuyers with few options is restraining sales up the ladder.”

August Market Indicator Comparison



Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in August is $250,000, which is 8.7% above the August 2018 median price of $230,000 and up 1.1% compared to the July 2019 median price of $247,250.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in August increased 5.9% over August 2018 and is now $270,000. The median price for condos increased 8.8% to $137,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for August is 134.06%, up from 133.30% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased a fraction to 95.33% from 94.79% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,385 sales of all home types combined in August, which is a nearly equal (0.1% more) than the 3,381 sales in August 2018 and 6.7% less than the 3,628 sales in July 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (2,657) in August 2019 increased by 2.7% compared to August 2018, while condo sales (419) decreased 5.2% year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 86 in August and are 29.5% less than the 122 distressed sales in August 2018. Distressed sales made up just 2.4% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in August (7,652) represents a decrease of 2.0% when compared to August 2018, and a 4.3% decrease compared to last month. There were 4.0% fewer single-family homes and 5.8% more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for August. There was a 2.3-month supply in August 2018 and a 2.2-month supply in July 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in August was 3.72%, down from 3.85% the month prior.

Homes that closed in August took an average of 49 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 86 days from listing to closing (down from a total of 87 days the month prior).

Pending sales in August are up 6.0% compared to August of last year and are down 7.8% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in August were up by 0.2% when compared to August of 2018. To date, sales are down 4.2%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 1.7% below August 2018;
*Orange: 1.1% below August 2018;
*Osceola: 6.1% above August 2018; and
*Seminole: 0.5% above August 2018.

 This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - July 2019

Orlando home sales rebound in time for the first day of school

Orlando home sales saw a healthy rebound in July, just in time for families to be settled into their new homes for the start of the school year. The number of transactions improved by 7% compared to July of 2018 and by 6% compared to last month. 

“The jump in sales shows that homebuyers are eager to take advantage of Orlando’s favorable market conditions such as falling interest rates and stable increases in median price,” says Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “The additional inventory that’s become available over the past months has benefitted sales as well, although those seeking homes in the affordable price ranges are still challenged by scarcity and competition.” 

According to the latest monthly report from ORRA, Orlando area homebuyers secured an average interest rate of 3.85% in July. That’s down from 3.93% in June down from 4.59% in July of 2018. 

ORRA members were involved in 3,620 property transactions during July. Sales of single-family homes led the pack with an increase of 7%, followed by improvements of 5% for townhomes and 4% for condos. 

Speaking of condos, this home type is yet again leading Orlando’s nine-month string of inventory increases. The number of condos available for purchase in July expanded by 16% to 1,115. Single-family homes had a slight 3% more availability than in July 2018, bringing our overall inventory up by 6%. 

Despite inventory gains, Orlando is still clearly a seller’s market overall as it has only 2.21 months of supply (six months is considered by economists to indicate a market that is balanced between buyers and sellers). However, the balance shifts when you consider price categories for single-family homes. There is less than a two-month supply of homes priced below $300,000, while the higher price categories ($900,000 and above) favor buyers with more than nine months worth of inventory. 

ORRA’s report also shows that the overall median price is back on a healthy rising trajectory and increased by 5% in July. That’s a 114 percent improvement since July of 2011, when the Orlando housing market began its recovery. 

July Market Indicator Comparison 

Single-family Home Update 

The year-over-year median price for single-family homes increased by 5% to $267,500 in July, while the month-to-month price decreased 1%. The inventory of this home type improved by 4% over July 2018, and there are currently 6,265 single-family homes available for purchase through the multiple listing service. 

Single-family home sales bumped up 7% in July, with 2,849 units sold throughout the Orlando area versus 2,659 a year earlier. Compared to last month, single-family sales are up 6%. 

Condo Update 

The year-over-year median price for condos increased by 8% to $138,000 in July, and it increased by 3% when compared to last month. Condo inventory improved by 16% over July 2018, and there are currently 1,115 units available for purchase through the multiple listing service. 

Condo sales in July (419) are up by 4% over July 2018 and are up by 3% over June 2019. 

MSA Numbers  

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in July were up by 6.5% when compared to July of 2018. To date, sales are down 4.9%.  

 Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:  

*Lake: 9.5% above July 2018;  
*Orange: 5.7% above July 2018;  
*Osceola: 14.5% above July 2018; and  
*Seminole: 0.1% above July 2018. 

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - June 2019

Orlando sales stumble during peak homebuying months

Orlando home sales took a tiny tumble in June, slipping 2% compared to June 2018 during what is traditionally near the peak of our homebuying season.

“We are expecting June’s sales decline to reverse itself in the coming months as families seek to close on their new homes before the start of the school year,” says ORRA President Jeffrey M. Fagan. “In addition, we anticipate an eagerness to take advantage of favorable conditions such as small-but-steady increases in the inventory of homes available for purchase in the Orlando area and falling mortgage rates.”

According to the latest monthly report from ORRA, Orlando area homebuyers secured an average interest rate of 3.93% in June. That’s down from 4.15% in May and a high this year in February of 4.34%.

ORRA members were involved in 3,399 property transactions during June. Sales of townhomes dropped by a whopping 22%, which was enough to drag the overall sales comparison down by 2 percent. Sales of single-family homes actually improved by about half a percent over last year, while condos rose by more than 3 percent.

Speaking of condos, this home type is leading Orlando’s eight-month string of inventory increases. The number of condos available for purchase in June expanded by 24%, to 1,135. Single-family homes had 5% more availability than in June 2018, bringing our overall inventory up by 7 percent.

Despite inventory gains, Orlando is still clearly a seller’s market as it has only 2.37 months of supply (six months is considered by economists to indicate a market that is balanced between buyers and sellers). However, the balance shifts when you consider price categories for single-family homes, with the lower price categories firmly favoring sellers and the higher price categories ($700,000 and above) favoring buyers. Those in the market for a home priced between $2 million and $5 million currently enjoy 26 months of supply. FYI, there is a 15-month supply of home priced above $5 million.

ORRA’s report also shows that the overall median price is securely back its years-long upward track. After a brief derailment into the red in April, the Orlando median price — the figure at which half of the homes sold for more and half sold for less — rose 5 percent in June to $250,000.

June Market Indicator Comparison

Single-family Home Update

Single-family home sales bumped up 0.5% in June, with 2,685 units sold throughout the Orlando area versus 2,673 a year earlier. Compared to last month, single-family sales are down 11 percent.

The median price for single-family homes increased by 3% to $270,000 in June. The inventory of this home type improved by 5% over June 2018, and there are currently 6,289 single-family homes available for purchase through the multiple listing service.

Condo Update

Condo sales are up by 3% (406); condo inventory is up by 24% (1,135), and condo median price is up by 7% ($134,350,500).

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in June were down by 2.7% when compared to June of 2018. To date, sales are down 6.9%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 8.3% above June 2018;
*Orange: 2.8% below June 2018;
*Osceola: 8.5% below June 2018; and
*Seminole: 5.9% below June 2018.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - May 2019

Orlando sales head up as summer homebuying season kicks in

Encouraged by continued low interest rates and a favorable economy that is drawing droves of new residents to Orlando, area homebuyers pushed sales into positive territory for the month of May. Home sales jumped by nearly 11 percent compared to May 2018, which is the first year-over-year increase in 2019.

The improvement can be attributed to factors such as the slower rate of price increases and mortgage rates that are not only holding steady but even dropping a bit.

According to the latest monthly report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, members were involved in 3,790 property transactions during May. Sales of single-family homes improved by 12 percent over last year, while condos rose by 6 percent.

Speaking of condos, this home type is leading Orlando’s seven-month string of inventory increases. The number of condos available for purchase in May expanded by 27 percent, to 1,154. Single-family homes had 6% more availability than in May 2018, bringing our overall inventory up by 8 percent.

Despite inventory gains, Orlando is still clearly a seller’s market as it has only 2.14 months of supply (six months is considered by economists to indicate a market that is balanced between buyers and sellers). However, the balance shifts when you consider price categories, with the lower price categories firmly favoring sellers and the higher price categories ($800,000 and above) favoring buyers. Those in the market for a home priced between $2 million and $5 million currently enjoy 28 months of supply.

ORRA’s report also shows that the overall median price is once again on its years-long upward track. After a brief derailment into the red last month, the Orlando median price — the figure at which half of the homes sold for more and half sold for less — rose 4 percent in May to $243,000.

May Market Indicator Comparison

 

Single-family Home Update

Single-family home sales bumped up 12 percent in May, with 2,993 units sold throughout the Orlando area versus 2,672 a year earlier. Compared to last month, single-family sales are up 18 percent.

The median price for single-family homes increased by 4% to $263,000 in May. The inventory of this home type improved by 6% over May 2018, and there are currently 6,382 single-family homes available for purchase through the multiple listing service.

Condo Update

Condo sales are up by 6% (434); condo inventory is up by 26% (1,154), and condo median price is up by 9% ($136,500).

MSA Numbers 
 
Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in May were down by 4.2% when compared to May of 2018. To date, sales are down 8.0%. 
 
Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows: 
 
*Lake: 15.3% below May 2018; 
*Orange: 3.0% below May 2018; 
*Osceola: 4.4% below May 2018; and 
*Seminole: 3.0% above May 2018.  

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.Orlando Area Market 10-year History (Orlando 10-Year History) (link to pdf) interest rate, sales, median price, average price, list/sell difference, pending, days on market, inventory, and months of supply for each of the last 10 years.

Housing Market Narrative - April 2019

Orlando's housing market cools in advance of summer

After 93 months of consecutive year-over-year increases in median price, the Orlando housing market saw its first decline in April. The decrease was only 1% but it comes at the start of our traditional summer selling season, which typically sees jumps in both median price and sales.

According to the latest monthly report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, the median price (the figure at which half of the homes sold for more and half sold for less) was $235,000.

The report also shows 3,315 homes were sold in April compared to 3,371 for a 2% decrease. The decline can be attributed to factors such Orlando's years of meager inventory (especially in the lower price categories) and years of steadily rising prices.

Regardless of a dip in sales, Orlando has just 2.38 months of supply. Since six months of supply is considered by economists to indicate a market that is balanced between buyers and sellers, Orlando is clearly still a seller’s market. However, the balance shifts when you consider price categories, with the lower price categories firmly favoring sellers and the higher price categories ($600,000 and above) favoring buyers.

The good news is that our inventory has been experiencing small-but-consistent increases. For April, the level of available homes increased by 2%. Each month since January has seen a year-over-year rise, with January in the lead with an 8% increase.

Condos are exhibiting the largest rises in availability; there were 20% more condos available in April of this year than in April of last year.

April Housing Market Indicator Comparison

Single-family Home Update

Single-family home sales dropped 4% in April, with 2,535 units sold throughout the Orlando area versus 2,636 a year earlier. April marks the fourth consecutive month of sales declines; January saw the greatest (-14%) and February saw the smallest (-2%).

The median price for single-family homes decreased by 1% to $255,000 in April. The inventory of this home type increased a tiny fraction of less than one%. There are currently 6,193 single-family homes available for purchase through the multiple listing service.

Condo Update

Condos are leading the field in Orlando! Condo sales are up by 19% (433); condo inventory is up by 20% (1,157), and condo median price is up by 6% ($138,000).

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.Orlando Area Market 10-year History (Orlando 10-Year History) (link to pdf) interest rate, sales, median price, average price, list/sell difference, pending, days on market, inventory, and months of supply for each of the last 10 years.

Housing Market Narrative - March 2019

Orlando's median home price and inventory maintain upward pattern in March

Orlando housing market enjoyed a 2% increase in median price for the month of March, while year-over-year inventory rose 5% and experienced its fifth consecutive month of increase. Sales dropped 11% compared to last year.

However, Orlando home sales of all types leapt 30% compared to last month and condo sales soared a whopping 42 percent over February.

“Sales traditionally increase from month to month as the spring/summer homebuying season progresses. This year it appears that a powerful combination of more inventory and steady interest rates is driving a stronger-than-usual surge in buyer confidence,” says Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “REALTORS® do not anticipate any interest rate increases from the Federal Reserve in 2019, which is helping mortgage rates stay at attractive levels and motivate potential buyers.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in March is $235,000, which is 2.2% above the March 2018 median price of $230,000 and steady compared to the February 2019 median price of $235,000 as well.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 93 consecutive months; as of March 2019, the overall median price is 103.5% higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in March increased 2.0% over March 2018 and is now $255,000. The median price for condos increased 3.7% to $127,500.

The Orlando housing affordability index for March is 133.81%, up from 131.64% last month. (An affordability index of 99% means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1% short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 95.15% from 93.61% last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,127 sales of all home types combined in March, which is 11.4% less than the 3,530 sales in March 2018 and 29.5% more than the 2,414 sales in February 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (2,450) in March 2019 decreased by 10.7% compared to March 2018, while condo sales (395) decreased 6.4% year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 110 in March and are 6.0% less than the 117 distressed sales in March 2018. Distressed sales made up just 3.5% of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in March (8,117) represents an increase of 5.3% when compared to March 2018, and a 0.9% decrease compared to last month. There were 4.4% more single-family homes and 22.7% more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.6-month supply of homes in Orlando for March. There was a 2.2-month supply in March 2018 and a 3.4-month supply in February 2019.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in March was 4.21%, down from 4.34% the month prior.

Homes that closed in March took an average of 62 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 37 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 99 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 97 days the month prior).

Pending sales in March are down 8.9% compared to March of last year and are up 11.2% compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in March were down by 12.9% when compared to March of 2018. To date, sales are down 12.3%.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 14.2% below March 2018;
*Orange: 14.7% below March 2018;
*Osceola: 12.2% below March 2018; and
*Seminole: 7.3% below March 2018.



This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.increases in median price have been recorded for the past 93 consecutive months; as of March 2019, the overall median price is 103.5% higher than it was back in July 2011.

Housing Market Narrative - February 2019

Orlando's median home price and inventory rise while sales decline in February

The Orlando housing market saw its median price continue a years-long upward trek with an economically healthy 3 percent year-over-year increase in February. Sales dipped a fraction and inventory increased for the fourth consecutive month, just in time for the start of Orlando’s homebuying season. 

“March and April typically herald the beginning of our most active period, when a great many prospective buyers begin getting serious about being settled into a home before the new school year,” says Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp. “Despite a decrease in year-over-year sales, greater inventory combined with moderated prices and interest rates that are at historic lows is expected produce our traditional uptick in springtime homebuying.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in February is $235,000, which is 2.6 percent above the February 2018 median price of $229,000 and 3.5 percent above the January 2019 median price of $227,000. 

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 92 consecutive months; as of February 2019, the overall median price is 103.5 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in February remained stable over February 2018 and is now $249,900. The median price for condos increased 13.3 percent to $137,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for February is 131.64 percent, down from 136.05 percent last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 93.61 from 96.74 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,402 sales of all home types combined in February, which is 5.4 percent less than the 2,538 sales in February 2018 and 23.2 percent more than the 1,950 sales in January 2019.

Sales of single-family homes (1,865) in February 2019 decreased by 2.9 percent compared to February 2018, while condo sales (261) decreased 12.9 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 104 in February and are 26.2 percent less than the 141 distressed sales in February 2018. Distressed sales made up just 4.3 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in February (8,194) represents an increase of 6.3 percent when compared to February 2018, and a 0.6 percent decrease compared to last month. There were 4.6 percent more single-family homes and 29.0 percent more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.4-month supply of homes in Orlando for February. There was a 4.2-month supply in January 2018 and a 3.0-month supply in February 2018.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in February was 4.34 percent, up from 4.32 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in February took an average of 62 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 35 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 97 days from listing to closing (down from a total of 98 days the month prior).

Pending sales in February are down 15.1 percent compared to February of last year and are up 17.0 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in February were down by 10.0 percent when compared to February of 2018.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 16.0 percent below February 2018;
*Orange: 6.2 percent below February 2018;
*Osceola: 21.0 percent below February 2018; and
*Seminole: 2.8 percent below February 2018.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.increases in median price have been recorded for the past 93 consecutive months; as of March 2019, the overall median price is 103.5% higher than it was back in July 2011.

Housing Market Narrative - January 2019

 Orlando inventory jumps 8 percent as sales slip 14 percent and median price hangs tight

The Orlando housing market in January saw its third consecutive month of year-over-year increases in the number of homes available for purchase, along with a slide in sales and a holding steady of the median price.

Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp., explains that the expanded inventory is advantageous to prospective buyers, particularly those interested in purchasing condos. 

“Our condo inventory rose by 26 percent last month, and this home type is an excellent option for those seeking entry into homeownership as a relief from Orlando’s soaring rental rates,” says Fagan. “Condos also tend to be cheaper than single-family homes; for example, the median price of a condo sold in January was only $125,000 compared to $247,950 for a single-family home.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in January is $226,500, which is 0.7 percent above the January 2018 median price of $225,000 and 2.4 percent below the December 2018 median price of $225,000. 

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 91 consecutive months; as of January 2019, the overall median price is 96.1 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in January increased 3.3 percent over January 2018 and is now $247,950. The median price for condos increased 8.7 percent to $125,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for January is 136.65 percent, up from 132.46 percent last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 97.17 from 94.19 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 1,938 sales of all home types combined in January, which is 13.8 percent less than the 2,249 sales in January 2018 and 20.0 percent less than the 2,422 sales in December 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (1,486) in January 2019 decreased by 15.0 percent compared to January 2018, while condo sales (289) increased 7.0 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 92 in January and are 34.8 percent less than the 141 distressed sales in January 2018. Distressed sales made up just 4.8 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in January (8,243) represents an increase of 8.4 percent when compared to January 2018, and a 4.7 percent increase compared to last month. There were 6.8 percent more single-family homes and 26.2 percent more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 4.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for January. There was a 3.3-month supply in December 2018 and a 3.4-month supply in January 2018.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in January was 4.32 percent, down from 4.38 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in January took an average of 60 days to move from listing to pending and an average of 38 days between pending and closing, for an average total of 98 days from listing to closing (up from a total of 92 days the month prior).

Pending sales in January are down 16.5 percent compared to January of last year and are up 24.8 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in January were down by 14.6 percent when compared to January of 2018.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 5.9 percent below January 2018;
*Orange: 17.9 percent below January 2018;
*Osceola: 19.2 percent below January 2018; and
*Seminole: 8.2 percent below January 2018.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received. 

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - December and Year-end 2018

Orlando housing market closes out 2018 with an increase in annual median price, decrease in annual sales

Orlando’s annual median home price for 2018 ($232,500) is 5.7 percent higher than the 2017 annual median price ($220,000) thanks to another 12 consecutive months of year-over-year price increases, according to the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association’s year-end report.

Orlando home sales completed during 2018 racked up a final tally of 36,048, which is 3.2 percent below the cumulative sales total of 37,237 for 2017. By comparison, annual sales in 2017 were 3.9 percent greater than in 2016.

ORRA President Jeffrey M. Fagan, Watson Realty Corp., sees Orlando’s 2019 market as a bright spot for the aspiring homebuyers who have struggled with competition, rocketing prices, and tanking inventory for the past several years. “As evidenced by slipping sales in the last months of 2018, we expect Orlando’s year-over-year sales to further decline in 2018. Such a slowdown will help the market to finally move toward a better balance between buyers and sellers.”

“We also expect the market’s median price to either continue rising in very small increments or to even experience slight declines,” continues Fagan. “Along with an anticipated increase in inventory, this is more good news for prospective buyers.”

December 2018 Market Recap

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in December is $232,750, which is 1.2 percent above the December 2017 median price of $230,000 and 0.1 percent below the November 2018 median price of $233,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 90 consecutive months; as of December 2018, the overall median price is 101.5 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in December increased 3.7 percent over December 2017 and is now $254,000. The median price for condos increased 10.5 percent to $132,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for December is 132.03 percent, up from 123.01 percent last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 93.89 from 87.48 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,412 sales of all home types combined in December, which is 20.8 percent less than the 3,045 sales in December 2017 and 6.7 percent less than the 2,585 sales in November 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (1,872) in December 2018 decreased by 21.9 percent compared to December 2017, while condo sales (302) decreased 11.4 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 92 in December and are 39.5 percent less than the 152 distressed sales in December 2017. Distressed sales made up just 3.8 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in December (7,872) represents an increase of 4.9 percent when compared to December 2017, and a 6.6 percent decrease compared to last month. There were 4.5 percent more single-family homes and 17.1 percent more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for December. There was a 3.3-month supply in November 2018 and a 2.5-month supply in December 2017.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in December was 4.38 percent, down from 4.97 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in December took an average of 56 days to move from listing to pending and took an average of 92 days from listing to closing.

Pending sales in December are down 15.3 percent compared to December of last year and are down 10.6 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in December were down by 22.5 percent when compared to December of 2017.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 21.7 percent below December 2017;
*Orange: 22.7 percent below December 2017;
*Osceola: 23.8 percent below December 2017; and
*Seminole: 21.3 percent below December 2017.

2018 Annual Market Recap
(cumulative 2018 totals compared to cumulative 2017 totals)

Median Price

•    The 2018 annual median price of $232,500 is an increase of 5.7 percent when compared to 2017’s annual median price of $220,000.
•    The annual median price of single-family homes increased 6.1 percent to $252,500 in 2018, while the median price of condos increased 13.5 percent to $126,000.

Sales

•    Sales in 2018 were down by 3.2 percent over 2017. A total of 36,048 homes were sold in 2018 compared to 37,237 the previous year.
•    Sales of single-family homes decreased 4.3 percent over 2017, while condo sales were unchanged.
•    By year’s end in 2018, 42,437 homes were sold in the Orlando MSA whereas 44,376 homes had been sold by year’s end in 2017, for a 4.4 percent decrease. Each individual county’s year-end sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 6.1 percent below 2017;
*Orange: 5.4 percent below 2017;
*Osceola: 1.6 percent below 2017;
*Seminole: 2.5 percent below 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - November 2018

Inventory inches upward while median price strides ahead

The inventory of homes available for purchase in the Orlando area has experienced its first year-over-year increase since July of 2015, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. The overall inventory in November 2018 is 1.7 percent higher than in November 2017.

“This slight rise in inventory can be attributed to a combination of both slowing sales and a bump in new listings, which increased by 4.5 percent compared to this same time last year,” explains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services LLC. “Factor in expected increases in interest rates that traditionally dampen sales, and we anticipate prospective homebuyers enjoying bolstered inventory levels throughout the upcoming year.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in November is $233,100, which is 3.6 percent above the November 2017 median price of $224,995 and 1.8 percent above the October 2018 median price of $229,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 89 consecutive months; as of November 2018, the overall median price is 101.8 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in November increased 4.2 percent over November 2017 and is now $251,000. The median price for condos increased 12.3 percent to $134,655.

The Orlando housing affordability index for November is 122.96 percent, down from 126.77 percent last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 87.44 from 90.15 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,575 sales of all home types combined in November, which is 6.9 percent less than the 2,767 sales in November 2017 and 11.9 percent less than the 2,924 sales in October 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (1,978) in November 2018 decreased by 8.9 percent compared to November 2017, while condo sales (330) increased 1.5 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 129 in November and are 23.2 percent less than the 168 distressed sales in November 2017. Distressed sales made up just 5.0 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in November (8,432) represents an increase of 1.7 percent when compared to November 2017, and a 1.9 percent increase compared to last month. There were 2.0 percent more single-family homes and 11/5 percent more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for November. There was a 2.8-month supply in October 2018 and a 3.0-month supply in November 2017.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in November was 4.97 percent, up from 4.85 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in November took an average of 53 days to move from listing to pending and took an average of 89 days from listing to closing.

Pending sales in November are down 25.6 percent compared to November of last year and are down 9.7 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in November were down by 9.6 percent when compared to November of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 2.7 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 13.4 percent below November 2017;
*Orange: 12.4 percent below November 2017;
*Osceola: 7.8 percent below November 2017; and
*Seminole: 0.4 percent above November 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - October 2018

Inventory plunge slows as median price continues rising and sale tip downward

The drain of homes available for purchase in Orlando decreased to its slowest pace this year, with October showing just 2.3 percent fewer homes on the market than the same month in 2017. (May has shown the greatest discrepancy so far for 2018, with 17 percent less inventory than in May 2017.)

Meanwhile, Orlando’s median home price continued on its upward march while sales dipped a fraction.

According to ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services LLC, these are all trends that can be expected into 2019 along with rising interest rates. “Orlando’s housing market is likely to experience increases in median price and decreases in sales during the months ahead, albeit in small increments. The particular bright side for buyers is that any increase we see in inventory happily means more options for finding the right home.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in October is $228,750, which is 4.5 percent above the October 2017 median price of $219,000 and 1.8 percent below the September 2018 median price of $233,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 88 consecutive months; as of October 2018, the overall median price is 98.1 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in October increased 4.6 percent over October 2017 and is now $249,900. The median price for condos increased 15.2 percent to $127,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for October is 126.91 percent, down from 127.13 percent last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 90.25, from 90.41 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,910 sales of all home types combined in October, which is 0.4 percent less than the 2,921 sales in October 2017 and 4.8 percent more than the 2,776 sales in September 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (2,219) in October 2018 decreased by 1.3 percent compared to October 2017, while condo sales (399) increased 9.0 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 124 in October and are 21.0 percent less than the 157 distressed sales in October 2017. Distressed sales made up just 4.3 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in October (8,272) represents a decrease of 2.3 percent when compared to October 2017, and a 2.2 percent increase compared to last month. There were 2.3 percent fewer single-family homes and 6.9 percent more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.84-month supply of homes in Orlando for October. There was a 2.9-month supply in September 2018 and a 2.9-month supply in October 2017.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in October was 4.85, up from 4.66 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in October took an average of 52 days to move from listing to pending and took an average of 88 days from listing to closing.

Pending sales in October are down 19.7 percent compared to October of last year and are down 5.0 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in October were down by 1.4 percent when compared to October of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 2.2 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 9.9 percent below October 2017;
*Orange: 2.7 percent below October 2017;
*Osceola: 4.4 percent above October 2017; and
*Seminole: 4.6 percent above October 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - September 2018

Orlando home prices, sales rise as inventory continues to slip in September

One year after Hurricane Irma threw a wrench into the Orlando housing market, data from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association shows positive September-to-September comparisons for both sales and median price. Inventory, however, stayed on its year-over-year downward slide.

“The good news,” points out ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services LLC, “is that in September the actual number of homes available for purchase reached its highest point this year. The month-to-month increase in inventory, combined with the traditional autumn lull in sales, is an opportunity for those buyers who struggled with competition during the summer. In addition, fall home shoppers can also enjoy a bit more attention from REALTORS®, lenders, and other service providers who typically do not have quite as many clients to attend.”

Median Price

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in September is $233,000, which is 3.6 percent above the September 2017 median price of $225,000 and 1.3 percent above the August 2018 median price of $230,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 87 consecutive months; as of September 2018, the overall median price is 101.7 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in September increased 3.8 percent over September 2017 and is now $254,250. The median price for condos increased 6.4 percent to $125,500.

The Orlando housing affordability index for September is 127.13 percent, down from 130.14 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 90.41 percent, from 92.55 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,768 sales of all home types combined in September, which is 8.5 percent more than the 2,552 sales in September 2017 but 18.1 percent less than the 3,381 sales in August 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (2,096) in September 2018 increased by 7.6 percent compared to September 2017, while condo sales (390) increased 23.4 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 124 in September and are 3.1 percent less than the 128 distressed sales in September 2017. Distressed sales made up just 4.5 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in September (8,092) represents a decrease of 6.4 percent when compared to September 2017, and a 3.6 percent increase compared to last month. There were 5.6 percent fewer single-family homes and 2.6 more condos, year over year.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.9-month supply of homes in Orlando for September. There was a 2.3-month supply in August 2018 and a 3.4-month supply in September 2017.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in September was 4.66, up from 4.57 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in September took an average of 48 days to move from listing to pending and took an average of 84 days from listing to closing.

Pending sales in September are down 14.2 percent compared to September of last year and are down 6.0 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in September were up by 4.1 percent when compared to September of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 2.3 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 7.3 percent above September 2017;
*Orange: 3.3 percent below September 2017;
*Osceola: 15.1 percent above September 2017; and
*Seminole: 11.8 below above September 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales represent sales involving Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association members, who are primarily – but not exclusively - located in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - August 2018

Orlando median home price continues to gain amid sales slowdown

The year-over-year median price for Orlando homes sold during the month of August continued on its years-long upward trajectory, albeit at a slower pace as dwindling inventory takes its toll on sales.

“Like across much of the country, sales are sliding in Orlando as would-be buyers are either priced out of the market or are deciding to postpone their search until more homes come on the market,” explains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services LLC. “Fortunately for us, our housing market is bolstered by a healthy economy, prices that compare favorably to other major cities, and a quality of life that attracts an influx of new residents by the thousands each year. In addition, our market benefits from international homebuyers who look to Orlando for investment and vacation properties.”

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in August is $231,000, which is 2.7 percent above the August 2017 median price of $225,000 and 1.7 percent below the July 2018 median price of $235,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 86 consecutive months; as of August 2018, the overall median price is 100.0 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in August increased 4.9 percent over August 2017 and is now $255,000. The median price for condos increased 12.0 percent to $125,975.

The Orlando housing affordability index for August is 129.58 percent, up from 126.95 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 92.15 percent, from 90.28 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,374 sales of all home types combined in August, which is 5.8 percent less than the 3,580 sales in August 2017 and 0.6 percent less than the 3,394 sales in July 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (2,583) in August 2018 decreased by 6.7 percent compared to August 2017, while condo sales (440) increased 3.3 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 121 in August and are 40.7 percent less than the 204 distressed sales in August 2017. Distressed sales made up just 3.6 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in August (7,808) represents a decrease of 11.6 percent when compared to August 2017, and a 3.8 percent increase compared to last month. There were 10.2 percent fewer single-family homes and 8.5 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for August. There was a 2.2-month supply in July 2018 and a 2.5-month supply in August 2017.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in August was 4.57, down from 4.59 percent the month prior.

Homes that closed in August took an average of 49 days to move from listing to pending, and took an average of 85 days from listing to closing.

Pending sales in August are down 21.4 percent compared to August of last year and are down 6.1 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in August were down by 8.4 percent when compared to August of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 2.8 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 3.0 percent below August 2017;
*Orange: 9.8 percent below August 2017;
*Osceola: 12.8 percent below August 2017; and
*Seminole: 5.7 below above August 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - July 2018

Decline in Orlando's sales, inventory help stabilize home-price growth

Prospective homebuyers will be cheered to learn that the rocketing rise in prices Orlando has seen over the past years stabilized this summer in the healthy single-digits. For the last three months, the year-over-year median price has increased between 6 and 7 percent.

The deceleration will help maintain a healthy housing market and protect Orlando’s affordability, especially as it compares to other cities around the country where prices are rising beyond the reach of buyers, explains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services LLC. “In addition, while prices have been rising steadily over the past seven years they have not yet reached pre-recession peak prices. Orlando homes purchased now still have room for normal appreciation, which makes a house a good investment.”

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold July is $235,000, which is 6.8 percent above the July 2017 median price of $220,000 and 1.3 percent below the June 2018 median price of $238,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 85 consecutive months; as of July 2018, the overall median price is 103.5 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in July increased 6.3 percent over July 2017 and is now $255,000. The median price for condos increased 10.4 percent to $127,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for July is 126.95 percent, up from 124.88 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 90.28 percent, from 88.80 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,383 sales of all home types combined in July, which is 0.1 percent more than the 3,381 sales in July 2017 and 2.3 percent less than the 3,461 sales in June 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (2,653) in July 2018 decreased by 0.2 percent compared to July 2017, while condo sales (398) increased 2.6 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 121 in July and are 42.1 percent less than the 209 distressed sales in July 2017. Distressed sales made up just 3.6 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in July (7,525) represents a decrease of 16.9 percent when compared to July 2017, and a 0.4 percent decrease compared to last month. There were 15.3 percent fewer single-family homes and 14.8 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.2-month supply of homes in Orlando for July. There was a 2.2-month supply in June 2018 and a 2.7-month supply in July 2017.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in July was 4.59, down from 4.61 percent the month prior.

Pending sales in July are down 18.5 percent compared to July of last year and are down 9.9 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in July were down by 3.4 percent when compared to July of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 1.9 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 11.5 percent below July 2017;
*Orange: 3.0 percent below July 2017;
*Osceola: 3.7 percent below July 2017; and
*Seminole: 3.2 percent above July 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - June 2018

Orlando's meager inventory continues to stifle sales, drive up prices

The inventory of homes available for purchase in the Orlando area displayed its greatest percentage of decrease yet in 2018, contributing to a second consecutive month of slower sales. However, buyer demand is continuing to boost the area’s median price.

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold June is $239,180, which is 6.8 percent above the June 2017 median price of $223,950 and 2.7 percent above the May 2018 median price of $233,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 84 consecutive months; as of June 2018, the overall median price is 107.8 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in June increased 6.8 percent over June 2017 and is now $260,000. The median price for condos increased 13.6 percent to $125,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for June is 124.26 percent, down from 124.26 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 88.37 percent, from 90.31 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,451 sales of all home types combined in June, which is 11.1 percent less than the 3,882 sales in June 2017 but 0.7 percent more than the 3,426 sales in May 2018.

“Summertime is when we traditionally see sales expand as families seek to secure new homes before the start of the new school year,” explains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services. “Incredibly low supply continues to be the primary impediment to sales in Orlando, but the combination of higher prices and mortgage rates contribute by pinching the budgets of some prospective buyers -- particularly first-timers – and thwarting their efforts to buy.”

Sales of single-family homes (2,672) in June 2018 decreased by 11.8 percent compared to June 2017, while condo sales (408) decreased 11.1 percent year over year.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 132 in June and are 50.2 percent less than the 266 distressed sales in June 2017. Distressed sales made up just 3.8 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in June (7,558) represents a decrease of 17.3 percent when compared to June 2017, and a 1.0 percent increase compared to last month. There were 16.1 percent fewer single-family homes and 22.6 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.2-month supply of homes in Orlando for June. There was a 2.35-month supply in June 2017 and a 2.2-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in June was 4.61, down from 4.64 percent the month prior.

Pending sales in June are down 11.6 percent compared to June of last year and are down 9.9 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in June were down by 11.4 percent when compared to June of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 1.8 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 12.8 percent below June 2017;
*Orange: 12.1 percent below June 2017;
*Osceola: 9.9 percent below June 2017; and
*Seminole: 9.6 percent below June 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - May 2018

Orlando home prices rise in May as sales and inventory tumble

The inventory of homes available for purchase in the Orlando area dropped to its lowest point this year in May, dampening sales at the time when buyers traditionally ramp up their efforts to secure and move into a new home in time for the start of school. That demand is continuing to squeeze prices upward.

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold May is $234,000, which is 7.3% above the May 2017 median price of $218,000 and 1.7 percent below the April 2018 median price of $238,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 83 consecutive months; as of April 2018, the overall median price is 102.60 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in May increased 8.5 percent over May 2017 and is now $255,000. The median price for condos increased 6.1 percent to $125,250.

The Orlando housing affordability index for May is 126.45 percent, up a bit from 126.13 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 89.92 percent, from 89.69 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,407 sales of all home types combined in May, which is 11.4 percent less than the 3,845 sales in May 2017 but 1.1 percent more than the 3,371 sales in April 2018.

“We are experiencing an unusual market filled with buyers who want to buy but sellers who don’t want to sell out of concern that there is no place for them to go,” expains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services. “Many would-be sellers aren’t moving because they worry about finding another home to buy in such a tight-inventory environment. In addition, the median length to stay in a home by recent sellers has now swelled to 10 years (historically, it was about six to eight years), which is further reducing inventory turnover.”

Homes of all types saw sales declines in May. Sales of single-family homes (2,657) in May 2018 decreased by 12.4 percent compared to May 2017, while condo sales (410) decreased 3.1 percent year over year but actually increased 12.6 percent compared to last month.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 120 in May and are 70 percent less than the 282 distressed sales in May 2017. Distressed sales made up just 3.5 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in May (7,486) represents a decrease of 14.7 percent when compared to May 2017, and a 3.3 percent decrease compared to last month. There were 10.5 percent fewer single-family homes and 25.4 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.2-month supply of homes in Orlando for May. There was a 2.8-month supply in May 2017 and a 2.3-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in May was 4.64, up from 4.51 percent the month prior.

Pending sales in May are down 11.4 percent compared to May of last year and are down 7.4 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in May were down by 13.7 percent when compared to May of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales are down by 2.2 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 10.6 percent below May 2017;
*Orange: 12.7 percent below May 2017;
*Osceola: 15.1 percent below May 2017; and
*Seminole: 17.1 percent below May 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - April 2018

Orlando home sales and median price both rise in April

Orlando’s median home price jumped more than 10 percent in April when compared to April of last year while sales likewise saw an increase of more than 8 percent, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Inventory declined by nearly 11 percent compared to this time last year.

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in April is $237,000, which is 10.3 percent above the April 2017 median price of $215,000 and 3.0 percent above the March 2018 median price of $230,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 82 consecutive months; as of April 2018, the overall median price is 105.19 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in April increased 9.4 percent over April 2017 and is now $257,000. The median price for condos increased 20.4 percent to $130,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for April is 126.66 percent, down from 133.76 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 90.07 percent, from 95.12 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,347 sales of all home types combined in April, which is 8.3 percent more than the 3,092 sales in April 2017 and 5.2 percent less than the 3,530 sales in March 2018.

“While April produced a strong showing in sales as we head into peak homebuying season, the Orlando market continues to struggle with an imbalance between what potential buyers can afford and what is listed for sale,” expains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services. “Our lack of entry-level supply is putting affordability pressure on buyers – especially those at the lower end of the market, where demand is the strongest. To illustrate, there is only a 1.3-month of supply of single-family homes listed at less than $201,000, which is our current maximum price for first-time buyer affordability.”
 
Sales of single-family homes (2,620) in April 2018 increased by 9.1 percent compared to April 2017, while condo sales (359) decreased 6.3 percent.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached 133 in April and are 46.4 percent less than the 248 distressed sales in April 2017. Distressed sales made up just 4.0 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in April (7,740) represents a decrease of 10.8 percent when compared to April 2017, and a 0.4 percent increase compared to last month. There were 6.6 percent fewer single-family homes and 25.2 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.3-month supply of homes in Orlando for April. There was a 2.8-month supply in April 2017 and a 2.2-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in April was 4.51, up from 4.29 percent the month prior.

Pending sales in April are down 3.4 percent compared to April of last year and are up 9.0 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in April were up by 5.7 percent when compared to April of 2017. Year to date, MSA sales up by 1.4 percent.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 1.8 percent below April 2017;
*Orange: 8.2 percent above April 2017;
*Osceola: 8.9 percent above April 2017; and
*Seminole: 3.6 percent above April 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - March 2018

Orlando home sales hold steady, median price rises in March

Orlando’s median home price rose 6 percent in March when compared to March of last year while sales held steady with a slight 1 percent increase, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Inventory declined by nearly 10 percent compared to this time last year.

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in March is $230,000, which is 5.5 percent above the March 2017 median price of $218,000 and 0.4 percent above the February 2018 median price of $229,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 81 consecutive months; as of March 2018, the overall median price is 99.1 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in March increased 6.3 percent over March 2017 and is now $249,900. The median price for condos increased 19.4 percent to $122,900.

The Orlando housing affordability index for March is 133.76 percent, up from 132.60 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index increased to 95.12 percent, from 94.29 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 3,508 sales of all home types combined in March, which is 0.9 percent more than the 3,477 sales in March 2017 and 38.2 percent higher than the 2,538 sales in February 2018.

“Orlando’s housing market continues to be tugged by opposing factors such as low inventory and high demand,” says ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services. “The result is a wash for sales: Transactions for the first quarter of 2018 closely mirror Q1 2017, with this year up by a slight 1.5 percent. However, the quarter’s median price is up by a healthy 9 percent and the dollar volume is up by 11.4 percent over Q1 2017.”

Sales of single-family homes (2,727) in March 2018 decreased by 0.4 percent compared to March 2017, while condo sales (421) increased 3.2 percent.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached only 115 in March and are 57.7 percent less than the 272 distressed sales in March 2017. Distressed sales made up just 3.3 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in March (7,710) represents a decrease of 9.7 percent when compared to March 2017, and a 0.1 percent increase compared to last month. There were 6.1 percent fewer single-family homes and 24.3 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 2.2-month supply of homes in Orlando for March. There was a 2.46-month supply in March 2017 and a 3.04-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in March was 4.29, down from 4.39 percent the month prior.

Pending sales in March are down 6.6 percent compared to March of last year and are up 3.6 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in
Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 4.4 percent below March 2017;
*Orange: 2.9 percent below March 2017;
*Osceola: 5.9 percent above March 2017; and
*Seminole: 3.7 percent below March 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - February 2018

Orlando median home continues upward trend with 10 percent increase in February

Orlando’s median home price rose 10 percent in February when compared to February of last year while sales held steady with a 1 percent increase, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association. Inventory declined by nearly 9 percent compared to this time last year.

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in February is $228,000, which is 10.4 percent above the February 2017 median price of $206,500 and 1.3 percent above the January 2018 median price of $225,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 80 consecutive months; as of February 2018, the overall median price is 97.4 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in February increased 11.3 percent over February 2017 and is now $249,250. The median price for condos increased 22.2 percent to $120,950.

The Orlando housing affordability index for February is 133.18 percent, down from 140.10 last month. (An affordability index of 99 percent means that buyers earning the state-reported median income are 1 percent short of the income necessary to purchase a median-priced home. Conversely, an affordability index that is over 100 means that median-income earners make more than is necessary to qualify for a median-priced home.)

The first-time homebuyers affordability index decreased to 94.71 percent, from 99.62 percent last month.

Sales and Inventory

Members of ORRA participated in 2,497 sales of all home types combined in February, which is 0.6 percent more than the 2,482 sales in February 2017 and 11 percent higher than the 2,250 sales in January 2018.

Sales of single-family homes (1,886) in February 2018 decreased by 1.0 percent compared to February 2017, while condo sales (316) decreased 7.3 percent.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached only 139 in February and is 41.4 percent less than the 237 distressed sales in February 2017. Distressed sales made up 5.6 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in February (7,706) represents a decrease of 8.9 percent when compared to February 2017, and a 1.3 percent increase compared to last month. There were 4.3 percent fewer single-family homes and 25.1 percent fewer condos.

“As we head into peak homebuying season, those buyers who are best prepared to deal with the challenges of low inventory are in the better position to secure a home” explains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services. “Buyers should be ready to move quickly on a home they want by, for example, having a mortgage pre-approval letter in hand and having pre-determined with their REALTOR® which concessions and contingencies they are willing and able to eliminate from their purchase offers.”

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.09-month supply of homes in Orlando for February. There was a 3.41-month supply in February 2017 and a 3.38-month supply last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in February was 4.39, up from 4.07 percent the month prior.

Pending sales in February are down 5.6 percent compared to February of last year and are up 15.0 percent compared to last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in February were up by 0.1 percent when compared to February of 2017.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 12.3 percent above February 2017;
*Orange: 4.7 percent below February 2017;
*Osceola: 0.5 percent below February 2017; and
*Seminole: 3.7 percent above February 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

Housing Market Narrative - January 2018

Orlando median home price jumps 13 percent in January

Orlando’s median home price continued along its upward trajectory in January while sales held steady with a 0.5 percent increase compared to January of 2017, reports the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association.

The overall median price of Orlando homes (all types combined) sold in January is $225,000, which is 12.6 percent above the January 2017 median price of $199,900 and 2.2 percent below the December 2017 median price of $230,000.

Year-over-year increases in median price have been recorded for the past 79 consecutive months; as of January 2018, the overall median price is 94.8 percent higher than it was back in July 2011.

The median price for single-family homes that changed hands in January increased 10.1 percent over January 2017 and is now $240,000. The median price for condos increased 15.1 percent to $115,000.

The Orlando housing affordability index for January rose to 140.10 percent, up from 138.58 last month. The first time homebuyers affordability index rose to 99.62 percent, up from 98.55 percent last month.

Sales

Members of ORRA participated in 2,225 sales of all home types combined in January, which is 0.5 percent more than the 2,213 sales in January 2017.

Sales declined by 26.9 percent when compared to last month. “The nearly 27 percent drop between December and January is a decline that historically follows a big push to close in December as buyers seek to take advantage of homeownership tax benefits,” explains ORRA President Lou Nimkoff, Brio Real Estate Services. “While low inventory conditions remain a significant challenge, REALTORS® anticipate an improvement in month-to-month sales. In fact, the January pending sales tally increased by more than 1,000 homes compared to December 2017, making it the greatest month-to-month increase since ORRA began tracking pendings in 2006.”

Sales of single-family homes (1,731) in January 2018 increased by 0.46 percent compared to January 2017, while condo sales (268) decreased 5.6 percent.

Sales of distressed homes (foreclosures and short sales) reached only 143 in January and is 41.6 percent less than the 245 distressed sales in January 2017. Distressed sales made up 6.4 percent of all Orlando-area transactions last month.

The average interest rate paid by Orlando homebuyers in January was 4.07, up from 3.97 percent the month prior.

The overall inventory of homes that were available for purchase in January (7,604) represents a decrease of 11.1 percent when compared to January 2017, and a 1.3 percent decrease compared to last month. There were 6.6 percent fewer single-family homes and 29.7 percent fewer condos.

Current inventory combined with the current pace of sales created a 3.42-month supply of homes in Orlando for January. There was a 3.86-month supply in January 2017 and a 2.47-month supply last month.

MSA Numbers

Sales of existing homes within the entire Orlando MSA (Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) in January were down by 1.1 percent when compared to January of 2017.

Each individual county’s sales comparisons are as follows:

*Lake: 7.9 percent below January 2017;
*Orange: 1.5 percent below January 2017;
*Osceola: 4.8 percent above January 2017; and
*Seminole: 0.6 percent above January 2017.

This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association and the My Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service. Neither the association nor MFRMLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the association or MFRMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Due to late closings, an adjustment is necessary to record those closings posted after our reporting date.

ORRA REALTOR® sales, referred to as the core market, represent all sales by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association, not necessarily those sales strictly in Orange and Seminole counties. Note that statistics released each month may be revised in the future as new data is received.

Orlando MSA numbers reflect sales of homes located in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Lake counties by members of any REALTOR® association, not just members of ORRA.

 

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