Welcome to our latest update on the Central Florida housing market. In this report, we’ll explore the key trends shaping Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026, including pricing, inventory, mortgage rates, and regional activity across Orlando, Tampa Bay, and Daytona Beach. See the full ORRA State of the Market Report for in-depth charts and data.
🌇 Orlando MSA: Sales Rebound as Inventory Builds
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford recorded 1,888 closed sales in February—up 2.8% year over year and a strong 15.5% increase from January. Despite improved activity, homes are taking longer to sell, with a median of 83 days on market and 115 days to close.
The median sale price came in at $375,000 (–2.6% YoY), while the average price declined to $470,729 (–3.2%). Inventory continues to rise, reaching 11,975 homes, with months’ supply at 6.34—firmly in buyer-leaning territory.
New listings totaled 3,678 (–11.2% YoY), while pending sales held steady at 4,001. New contracts increased 7.8% month over month, signaling renewed buyer activity. Mortgage rates dipped into the 5.9% range, helping boost demand.
Takeaway: Orlando is shifting further toward a balanced-to-buyer-friendly market. While sales are rebounding, increased inventory and longer timelines mean sellers must stay competitive on pricing and condition.
🌴 Tampa Bay: Cash Activity Declines While Prices Stabilize
The Tampa-St. Pete-Clearwater market is showing signs of normalization, particularly in buyer composition. Cash sales dropped sharply to 650 transactions in February, down 23.3% year over year. Cash purchases accounted for just 25.4% of closed sales, reflecting a shift toward more financed buyers.
Despite this, pricing has remained relatively stable. Month-over-month, the average sale price rose to $470,729, signaling continued resilience even as investor activity cools.
Inventory remains elevated across the region, giving buyers more negotiating power. At the same time, declining investor presence may reduce competition for traditional homebuyers.
Takeaway: Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026 show Tampa Bay transitioning away from investor-heavy activity. This opens the door for financed buyers, while sellers should expect more traditional negotiation dynamics.
🏖️ Daytona Beach: Sales Rise While Inventory Tightens Slightly
Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026 in the Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach area showed 836 closed sales, up 3.2% year over year. Pricing held steady, with the median sale price unchanged at $350,000, while the average price increased to $428,179 (+4.4%).
Inventory declined to 4,322 homes (–10.9% YoY), and months’ supply dropped to 4.5, indicating a move closer to balanced conditions. Homes are taking longer to sell, with 65 days to contract and 104 days to close.
New listings fell to 1,239 (–12.0%), while pending sales rose 8.7%, suggesting improving demand despite reduced inventory.
Takeaway: Daytona Beach is stabilizing with balanced conditions emerging. Buyers still have options, but declining inventory and rising demand could tighten the market in the coming months.
📈 Regional Snapshot: Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026
Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026 reflect a market in transition. Orlando and Tampa Bay both show rising inventory and shifting buyer dynamics, while Daytona Beach is beginning to tighten slightly. Across the region, sales activity improved month over month, signaling early signs of a seasonal rebound.
Mortgage rates—now dipping into the high-5% range—are helping bring buyers back into the market. However, affordability and pricing sensitivity remain key factors. Inventory levels continue to shape negotiations, with buyers gaining leverage in most areas.
Despite these shifts, the market remains healthy overall. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes continue to attract attention, while homes needing updates face longer timelines.
📊 Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026: Summary
Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply staying informed, Central Florida Home Sales for February 2026 highlight a market moving toward balance. Increased inventory, moderating prices, and improving buyer activity are creating new opportunities on both sides of the transaction.
📅 Central Florida Home Sales by Month
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