February Market Update Cape Coral – Josh Bohling - LPT Realty SW FL

🌴 SW Florida February Market Update Cape Coral – 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 Cape Coral numbers paint the true picture...

📍 Cape Coral – Single Family Homes (January 2026 vs 2025)

* 📈 Closed sales units: 295 (up 10.5% vs Jan 2025, down 27.7% vs Dec 2025)
* 📦 Active inventory units: 2,680 (down 25.5% vs Jan 2025, up 4.3% vs Dec 2025)
* 🏡 New listings: 907 (down 17.9% vs Jan 2025, up 58.8% vs Dec 2025)
* 💵 Median sales price: $374,900 (up 0.0% vs Jan 2025, down 0.8% vs Dec 2025)
* 📉 Median price per sq ft: $213 (down 4.1% vs Jan 2025, down 4.5% vs Dec 2025)
* ⏳ Median days on market: 54 (down 10.0% vs Jan 2025, up 10.2% vs Dec 2025)
* 📊 Months of supply: 9.1 (down 32.5% vs Jan 2025, up 44.3% vs Dec 2025)
* 🔻 List-to-sale ratio: 95.7% (down 0.9% vs Jan 2025, down 1.2% vs Dec 2025)

✅ Takeaway: The Cape Coral 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.

📍 Cape Coral – Condos & Townhouses (January 2026 vs 2025)

* 📈 Closed sales units: 43 (up 22.9% vs Jan 2025, down 8.5% vs Dec 2025)
* 📦 Active inventory units: 424 (down 14.2% vs Jan 2025, up 12.5% vs Dec 2025)
* 🏡 New listings: 139 (down 5.4% vs Jan 2025, up 90.4% vs Dec 2025)
* 💵 Median sales price: $200,000 (down 22.8% vs Jan 2025, down 10.3% vs Dec 2025)
* 📉 Median price per sq ft: $155 (down 21.7% vs Jan 2025, down 7.2% vs Dec 2025)
* ⏳ Median days on market: 70 (up 45.8% vs Jan 2025, up 4.5% vs Dec 2025)
* 📊 Months of supply: 9.9 (down 30.1% vs Jan 2025, up 22.9% vs Dec 2025)
* 🔻 List-to-sale ratio: 91.5% (down 3.5% vs Jan 2025, down 2.4% vs Dec 2025)

✅ Takeaway: The Cape Coral 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 = Cape Coral'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: Cape Coral'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