SW Florida February Market Update Fort Myers – Josh Bohling - LPT Realty SW FL

🌴 SW Florida February Market Update Fort Myers – 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 Fort Myers numbers paint the true picture...

📍 Fort Myers – Single Family Homes (January 2026 vs 2025)

* 📈 Closed sales units: 184 (down 1.1% vs Jan 2025, down 32.1% vs Dec 2025)
* 📦 Active inventory units: 1,579 (down 18.9% vs Jan 2025, up 2.5% vs Dec 2025)
* 🏡 New listings: 498 (down 30.3% vs Jan 2025, up 50.0% vs Dec 2025)
* 💵 Median sales price: $447,500 (down 8.5% vs Jan 2025, down 0.6% vs Dec 2025)
* 📉 Median price per sq ft: $235 (down 6.2% vs Jan 2025, up 2.2% vs Dec 2025)
* ⏳ Median days on market: 50 (up 11.1% vs Jan 2025, up 25.0% vs Dec 2025)
* 📊 Months of supply: 8.6 (down 18.1% vs Jan 2025, up 50.9% vs Dec 2025)
* 🔻 List-to-sale ratio: 94.5% (down 0.8% vs Jan 2025, down 0.6% vs Dec 2025)

✅ Takeaway: The Fort Myers single-family home market in January 2026 shows a decrease in closed sales and median sales price. However, new listings and months of supply are up, indicating a shift towards a buyer's market.

📍 Fort Myers – Condos & Townhouses (January 2026 vs 2025)

* 📈 Closed sales units: 138 (up 12.2% vs Jan 2025, down 21.1% vs Dec 2025)
* 📦 Active inventory units: 1,866 (down 16.4% vs Jan 2025, up 7.2% vs Dec 2025)
* 🏡 New listings: 567 (down 12.9% vs Jan 2025, up 82.9% vs Dec 2025)
* 💵 Median sales price: $260,000 (down 10.3% vs Jan 2025, up 4.8% vs Dec 2025)
* 📉 Median price per sq ft: $184 (down 10.2% vs Jan 2025, up 7.0% vs Dec 2025)
* ⏳ Median days on market: 70 (up 20.7% vs Jan 2025, up 44.3% vs Dec 2025)
* 📊 Months of supply: 13.5 (down 25.5% vs Jan 2025, up 36.0% vs Dec 2025)
* 🔻 List-to-sale ratio: 94.1% (down 0.7% vs Jan 2025, down 0.6% vs Dec 2025)

✅ Takeaway: The Fort Myers condo and townhouse market in January 2026 is a buyer's market, with a significant increase in new listings and months of supply. This is a great time for buyers to find a deal.

🧠 What Does It All Mean?

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

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

👉 The takeaway: Fort Myers' 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