Florida Real Estate Market Trends February 9, 2026

Fort Lauderdale January 2026 Area Report

Fort Lauderdale January 2026 real estate statistics have been published.

Fort Lauderdale Area Reports

Single Family Homes

Condominium & Townhouses


📊 Fort Lauderdale Market Snapshot — January 2026 Highlights

🏡 Single‑Family Homes

  • Inventory is down sharply: New listings fell ~39% year over year, keeping supply tight.
  • Prices continue to rise:
    • Median sold price increased to $835,000 (+4.4% YoY).
    • Average sold price climbed to $1.65M (+5.8% YoY).
  • Homes are selling close to list price: Sellers received about 95% of list price on average.
  • Market pace is steady:
    • Median days on market: 48 days
    • Average days on market improved to 71 days (faster than last year).

🏢 Condos & Townhomes

  • Significant drop in new listings: Down ~44% year over year, tightening condo inventory.
  • Strong price growth:
    • Median sold price rose to $430,000 (+12.3% YoY).
    • Average sold price jumped to $770,178 (+29% YoY).
  • Sales volume slightly lower, but pricing remains resilient.
  • Longer selling timeline:
    • Average days on market increased to 112 days, indicating buyers are taking more time.

🔑 Overall Takeaway

  • Low inventory + rising prices continue to define the Fort Lauderdale market.
  • Sellers still hold an advantage, but pricing and presentation matter more than ever.
  • Buyers face fewer choices, especially in desirable areas, reinforcing the importance of strategy and timing.


In this housing market in SE Florida, you need to work with an experienced and knowledgeable real estate professional.  Please contact me if you would like to be sent updated market reports for YOUR specific neighborhood, Fort Lauderdale, or another SE Florida city. We can discuss the market, current trends and how we can work together to accomplish your real estate goals. I am here to help.

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Annette Dammeyer, REALTOR®, ABR®, AHWD®

Coldwell Banker Realty

901 E Las Olas Blvd STE 101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

808.747.3686

Annette.Dammeyer@cbrealty.com

www.AnnetteDammeyer.com

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