Across the state, more homeowners are pulling their listings off the market rather than slashing prices, as properties sit unsold for longer periods of time.
Miami Leads the Nation in Delistings
According to Realtor.com, Miami topped the nation in June with 59 homes delisted for every 100 newly listed. That’s more than double the 27-per-100 ratio just one month earlier. The trend highlights how sellers are increasingly choosing to wait out the slowdown rather than accept steep price cuts.
Marliss Brockington, a Florida teacher and part-time realtor, said she delisted two homes in the past month alone. “Less inventory helps me make better sales,” she explained, suggesting that some sellers are holding out for stronger market conditions.
Florida’s Shift to a Buyer’s Market
For the first time in years, buyers hold the upper hand. Inventory has ballooned thanks to years of construction fueled by pandemic demand. Redfin data shows 213,321 active listings in August, up 5.1% year-over-year. While down from the April 2025 peak of 241,134, it’s still the highest level since 2017.
At the same time, demand has cooled sharply:
- Sales fell 7.7% in August, with just 29,816 homes sold statewide.
- Homes now sit on the market for an average of 79 days — up 17 days from last year.
- Many sellers face pressure to cut prices, while others prefer to delist entirely.
Why Demand Has Slowed
Florida’s housing frenzy during the pandemic was driven by migration, cheap borrowing costs, and record-low inventory. But that tide has turned. Today, affordability is the biggest hurdle:
- Mortgage rates remain elevated, putting monthly payments out of reach for many buyers.
- Home prices are still high, even with some recent declines.
- Post-pandemic migration has slowed, easing demand from out-of-state buyers.
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
- For buyers: More choice, more negotiating power, and potentially better deals if sellers get motivated.
- For sellers: Homes may take longer to sell, and pricing competitively is key to avoiding a stale listing.
Lendworth USA’s Take
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