11/20/2025
📊🌴 October 2025 Real Estate Market Update – Florida’s Gulf Coast!
Thinking about buying or selling along the Shore? Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening across our coastal counties. And yes, the market is moving!
🏠 Inventory is Rising
More homes are available across Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Pinellas & Hillsborough Counties — giving buyers more options and sellers more competition.
💸 Prices Are Adjusting
Average sales prices are slightly down or holding steady in most areas.
📆 Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell
Days on market are up in nearly every county, meaning strategic pricing and professional marketing matter more than ever.
📈 Closed Sales Are Climbing
Despite more inventory, closings are up in all five counties proving buyers are still active and motivated.
💰 Total Sales Volume Is Growing
Strong demand continues, especially in Pinellas & Hillsborough Counties.
🔎 Quick Highlights
📍 Manatee County: Avg. Price $537K, Inventory 4.9 months
📍 Charlotte County: Avg. Price $350K, Inventory 7.7 months (highest supply)
📍 Sarasota County: Avg. Price $582K, Inventory 5.9 months
📍 Hillsborough County: Avg. Price $507K, Inventory 4.3 months (fastest-selling)
📍 Pinellas County: Avg. Price $494K, Inventory 5.6 months
📣 What Does This Mean for You?
✔ Buyers: More choices, more negotiating power
✔ Sellers: You’ll need smart pricing + strong marketing to stand out
If you’re curious about your home’s value or thinking of making a move, I’m happy to help you make sense of today’s market. 🏡💬
📲 Message me anytime!
941-315-5978
Lori Jones, Realtor
Preferred Shore Real Estate
