Is Fort Myers, FL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Fort Myers is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

At the same time last year, Fort Myers was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Fort Myers is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Fort Myers, FL

How much do homes in Fort Myers, FL cost?

Median Sold Price

$369,962

$241/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$9,054(+2.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Fort Myers have sold for 2.5% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Fort Myers was $369,962 in May 2024, up 2.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $241.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $160.5K$161K
0.3%
2 $291.1K$292.6K
0.5%
3 $408K$406.2K
-0.4%
4 $550K$580K
+5.5%
5+ $597.5K$663.5K
+11.0%

Summary: Fort Myers housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 0.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 0.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 0.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Lehigh Acres
+3.1%
Fort Myers
+2.5%
North Fort Myers
-3.1%

Housing Supply in Fort Myers, FL

How many homes are available in Fort Myers, FL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
3,7643,7730.2%

Summary: The Fort Myers real estate market had 3,773 homes for sale in May 2024, a 0.2% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 94103
+9.6%
2 1,4811,459
-1.5%
3 1,5641,578
+0.9%
4 491487
-0.8%
5+ 134146
+9.0%

Summary: The Fort Myers housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 9.6%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 1.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 0.9%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 0.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9%.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
538487-9.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

407 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

60 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

20 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Fort Myers, you may be able to get a good deal. 83.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 487 homes were sold or pending in Fort Myers in May 2024, down by 9.5% month-over-month. Of the 487 sold homes, 84% were sold under asking, 12% were sold at asking, and 4% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Fort Myers, FL

How long does it take to sell a home in Fort Myers, FL?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
37 Days65 Days+73.8%

Summary: Homes in Fort Myers had an average of 65 days on market in May 2024, up by 73.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

185 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

184 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

118 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Fort Myers are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 487 homes were sold in Fort Myers; 38% of homes were sold within 30 days, 38% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 24% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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