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Market Insights

Real-time real estate trends for Cape Coral & Fort Myers — so you can buy and sell with confidence.

Snapshot · 2026

Market at a Glance

Key performance indicators across both markets, compared to the prior 12-month period.

+12.3% YoY
$508K
Avg. Sale Price — Cape Coral
+9.8% YoY
$461K
Avg. Sale Price — Fort Myers
↓ 34% YoY
16 Days
Avg. Days on Market
+2.1 pts YoY
98.7%
List-to-Sale Ratio

Pricing Trends

Average Sale Price Over 12 Months

Monthly median closing prices for residential properties across both markets.

Cape Coral vs. Fort Myers — Avg. Sale Price (2026)

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec$0K$150K$300K$450K$600K
  • Cape Coral
  • Fort Myers

Velocity

Days on Market Trending Down

Homes are selling faster than ever. This chart shows average DOM by month for both markets.

Days on Market — Cape Coral vs. Fort Myers (2026)

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec0 days15days30days45days60days
  • Cape Coral
  • Fort Myers

Activity

Sales Volume & Property Mix

Monthly closed transactions and the breakdown of property types driving the market.

Monthly Closed Transactions (2026)

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec0 sales80sales160sales240sales320sales
  • Cape Coral
  • Fort Myers

Property Type Mix (Cape Coral)

Waterfront / Canal
38%
Gulf Access
24%
Single Family
22%
Condo / Townhome
10%
Luxury Estate
6%

Negotiation Power

List-to-Sale Price Ratio

How close to asking price homes are actually closing — a key indicator of market competitiveness.

List-to-Sale Price Ratio % — Cape Coral vs. Fort Myers (2026)

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec92%95%98%101%
  • Cape Coral
  • Fort Myers

Takeaways

What the Data Means for You

Sellers: Leverage Your Timing

With list-to-sale ratios near 99% and DOM at historic lows, sellers are in a strong position. Proper pricing strategy can yield multiple offers and above-ask closings.

Buyers: Act with Confidence

Rising prices signal long-term appreciation — especially for waterfront and Gulf access homes. Pre-approval and a local expert are your two biggest advantages.

Investors: Demand Remains Robust

Cape Coral's rental demand and SWFL's population growth continue to drive returns. Waterfront and canal-front properties outperform the broader market consistently.

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