February Market Update Estero – Josh Bohling - LPT Realty SW FL

🌴 SW Florida February Market Update Estero – Josh Bohling - LPT Realty SW FL

February in Southwest Florida marks the heart of our peak season, as perfect weather, bustling activity from "snowbirds," and motivated buyers create a dynamic real estate environment. While national headlines continue to discuss market adjustments, it's important to focus on what's happening locally. Following a period of rapid expansion, the market has found its footing: prices have stabilized, insurance costs have leveled off, and we're seeing more informed buyers navigating a healthier inventory landscape. ☀️🏖️📊

But the local Estero numbers paint the true picture...

📍 Estero – Single Family Homes (January 2026 vs 2025)

* 📈 Closed sales units: 62 (up 14.8% vs Jan 2025, down 3.1% vs Dec 2025)
* 📦 Active inventory units: 413 (down 7.4% vs Jan 2025, up 9.8% vs Dec 2025)
* 🏡 New listings: 151 (down 20.5% vs Jan 2025, up 88.8% vs Dec 2025)
* 💵 Median sales price: $652,450 (down 2.6% vs Jan 2025, down 0.4% vs Dec 2025)
* 📉 Median price per sq ft: $288 (down 8.1% vs Jan 2025, down 1.4% vs Dec 2025)
* ⏳ Median days on market: 81 (up 136.8% vs Jan 2025, up 41.2% vs Dec 2025)
* 📊 Months of supply: 6.7 (down 19.3% vs Jan 2025, up 13.4% vs Dec 2025)
* 🔻 List-to-sale ratio: 96.2% (down 0.1% vs Jan 2025, up 1.9% vs Dec 2025)

✅ Takeaway: The Estero single-family home market in January 2026 shows a significant increase in new listings and months of supply, indicating a shift towards a buyer's market. While closed sales are down from December, they are up from last year, suggesting a resilient market.

📍 Estero – Condos & Townhouses (January 2026 vs 2025)

* 📈 Closed sales units: 41 (up 10.8% vs Jan 2025, down 37.9% vs Dec 2025)
* 📦 Active inventory units: 372 (down 3.4% vs Jan 2025, up 3.0% vs Dec 2025)
* 🏡 New listings: 113 (down 28.5% vs Jan 2025, up 63.8% vs Dec 2025)
* 💵 Median sales price: $364,000 (down 12.3% vs Jan 2025, down 9.3% vs Dec 2025)
* 📉 Median price per sq ft: $233 (down 11.4% vs Jan 2025, down 7.4% vs Dec 2025)
* ⏳ Median days on market: 66 (up 127.6% vs Jan 2025, up 17.9% vs Dec 2025)
* 📊 Months of supply: 9.1 (down 12.8% vs Jan 2025, up 65.9% vs Dec 2025)
* 🔻 List-to-sale ratio: 95.1% (down 0.9% vs Jan 2025, up 0.3% vs Dec 2025)

✅ Takeaway: The Estero condo and townhouse market in January 2026 is a buyer's market, with a significant decrease in median sales price and a large increase in new listings. This is a great time for buyers to find a deal.

🧠 What Does It All Mean?

Single Family Homes = Estero's single-family market is shifting towards a buyer's market, with more inventory and stable prices.

Condos/Townhomes = The condo and townhouse market is a great opportunity for buyers, with lower prices and more options.

👉 The takeaway: Estero's real estate market is a great place to buy a home right now. Prices are down, and there are plenty of options to choose from.

📞 Ready to make your move? Let's talk strategy and find the right opportunity for you.

Josh Bohling REALTOR📍 LPT Realty | Southwest Florida 
Cell📲 239-320-5326-Call or Text