Fort Lauderdale August 2026 real estate statistics have been published.
Single Family Homes
Condominium & Townhouses
As your local Fort Lauderdale REALTOR®, I like to keep our community informed about what’s happening in the housing market in plain English. The latest data shows that while fewer homes and condos are coming on the market, property values remain strong and buyers are still active. Overall, Fort Lauderdale continues to be a healthy and desirable market for both buyers and sellers.
🏡 Single-Family Home Market Highlights
What Sellers Should Know
- Home prices continue to rise. The median sold price increased to $646,500, up 15.7% from August 2025.
- The average sold price reached $1.36 million, a 22.6% increase year over year.
- Fewer homeowners are listing their properties, with new listings down 9.5% from last year.
- Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market, compared to 70 days last year.
What Buyers Should Know
- Inventory has improved compared to recent years, giving buyers more choices.
- Sellers are receiving about 95% of their asking price, meaning there is still some room for negotiation.
- Higher-priced properties continue to drive much of the market activity.
Bottom Line for Single-Family Homes
✅ Prices remain strong
✅ Homes are selling more quickly
✅ Buyers have more opportunities than during the peak seller’s market years
✅ Well-priced homes continue to attract attention quickly
🏙️ Condo & Townhome Market Highlights
What Sellers Should Know
- Condo and townhome prices showed significant growth.
- The median sold price climbed to $589,000, up nearly 42% from a year ago.
- The average sold price increased to $756,400, up 27.3% year over year.
- New listings fell sharply, down almost 39% compared to August 2025.
What Buyers Should Know
- Sales activity slowed, with condo and townhome sales down 23.6% from last year.
- Properties are spending about 69 days on market, giving buyers more time to evaluate options.
- Sellers typically received about 94% of their asking price, leaving room for negotiations.
Bottom Line for Condos & Townhomes
✅ Prices remain on an upward trend
✅ Buyers have increased negotiating power
✅ Inventory levels offer more selection than in recent years
✅ Sellers need strong pricing and presentation to stand out

📈 Fort Lauderdale Market Takeaway
The Fort Lauderdale real estate market remains resilient. Home values continue to appreciate across both single-family homes and condos, while inventory levels have improved enough to give buyers more options and negotiating leverage. For sellers, realistic pricing and property presentation are becoming more important as buyers have more choices. For buyers, this may be one of the best opportunities we’ve seen in recent years to enter the market while still benefiting from a growing South Florida economy and strong long-term housing demand.
Whether you’re considering buying, selling, investing, or simply curious about your home’s value, staying informed about local market trends can help you make smarter real estate decisions.
Thinking about making a move in Fort Lauderdale? Let’s connect and discuss your options and goals.
CONTACT ANNETTE
Let’s start working together!
Annette Dammeyer, REALTOR®, ABR®, AHWD®
Coldwell Banker Realty
901 E Las Olas Blvd STE 101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
808.747.3686
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