The Florida real estate market has been surrounded by crash headlines, inventory warnings, insurance concerns, and predictions that prices were about to fall off a cliff. But when you look at the actual 2026 data, especially here on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the story is much more nuanced.
In this market update, I break down what is really happening across Florida and then zoom into Sarasota County, Manatee County, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Wellen Park, Bradenton, Parrish, Palmer Ranch, and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities.
Statewide, sales activity has been improving, pending sales are showing signs of strength, and prices have remained more stable than many people expected. Locally, Sarasota and Manatee counties are seeing rising sales, shrinking inventory, and mostly steady pricing. But that does not mean buyers have lost leverage.
Homes are still taking longer to sell. Sellers are still negotiating. Price reductions are still happening. New construction incentives are still competing with resale homes. And in certain segments, especially condos and townhomes, buyers are being much more careful about insurance, HOA fees, reserves, assessments, and total monthly cost.
So is Florida crashing? Not exactly.
Is the market suddenly back to 2021? Definitely not.
The real story is that the market is stabilizing, buyers are still active, sellers need to price correctly, and the best opportunities are going to the buyers who understand the local data, not just the headlines.
In this video, I cover:
Florida real estate market trends in 2026
Sarasota and Manatee County housing data
Single-family home sales, inventory, pricing, and days on market
Condo and townhome trends on Florida’s Gulf Coast
Why buyers still have leverage
Why sellers need to be realistic
How interest rates are affecting buyer demand
How builder incentives are impacting resale homes
What this means if you are relocating to Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Wellen Park, Bradenton, Parrish, or Florida’s Gulf Coast
If you are thinking about buying, selling, or relocating to Florida’s Gulf Coast, my team and I would be happy to help you understand which communities, neighborhoods, and price points make the most sense for your goals.
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Ryan Zachos with Zachos Realty & Design Group | Florida Gulf Coast Real Estate Broker
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Chapters
0:00 Florida Housing Crash or Market Shift?
1:40 Why the Headlines Are Missing the Full Story
2:05 Florida Statewide Market Update
3:20 Are Florida Home Prices Actually Falling?
3:43 Sarasota & Manatee County Market Data
5:00 What’s Happening With Condos and Townhomes?
6:20 Why is the market holding up better than many people expected?
7:53 What This Means for Buyers in 2026
8:45 What This Means for Sellers in 2026
9:25 Final Thoughts on the Florida Market
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Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. Real estate markets, home prices, and community features can change over time. Viewers should conduct their own research and consult with a licensed real estate professional before making any purchasing decisions. I am a licensed real estate broker in Florida with Zachos Realty & Design Group. If you’re looking to relocate to Florida’s Gulf Coast, I’d be happy to help.
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