06/05/2026
Is the Sarasota real estate market actually slowing down, or are homes just getting more expensive? π΄π
The Vibe (May 2026 Data):
The Volume Shift: New pending contracts dipped 6.9% month-over-month as the peak spring rush begins to level out.
The Price Jump: Despite fewer contracts, average sales prices rocketed up 7.2% in a single month to $644,581. Year-over-year, average prices are up an incredible 14%!
The Inventory Squeeze: New listings decreased by 6.2%, keeping overall supply tight and keeping total available homes on a downward trend (-2.8%).
Sellers are holding clear market leverage when it comes to pricing power, while buyers are experiencing a fast-moving market with a median of 49 days to secure a home under contract.
π Click the link below for the full stats:
https://readygroupkw.com/Sarasota-Manatee-MIM