Fort Myers Prices Hold Steady as Pending Sales Surge 29%
The Fort Myers real estate market is showing stability as fall arrives. Median home prices remain essentially flat year over year, even as days on market climb and supply continues to shrink. With 6.9 months of inventory, buyers still hold leverage, but the extreme buyer’s market of early 2025 is narrowing. Pending sales surged nearly 30 percent year over year, signaling renewed confidence and stronger closings ahead. This update breaks down pricing trends, buyer activity, and what today’s conditions mean for Fort Myers buyers, sellers, and investors.
Key Takeaways (TL;DR)
- Stable pricing: Median sale price at $347,000, virtually unchanged YoY.
- Buyer demand rising: Pending sales up 29.4% YoY, strongest growth in SWFL.
- Slower sales pace: Median days on market rose 41% to 79 days.
- Inventory tightening: Months of supply at 6.9, down from 11 in spring.
- Negotiating room: Buyers closing at 95.8% of list price on average.
Fort Myers Real Estate Market: Pricing and Inventory
Fort Myers home prices held steady in September 2025, with a median of $347,000 — just 0.3 percent lower than last year and slightly up from August’s $345,000. That stability contrasts sharply with nearby markets, where Cape Coral’s housing market prices fell 6.7 percent and Estero’s housing market surged 12.3 percent.
The price per square foot, however, declined to $203, down nine percent year over year. This suggests buyers are favoring larger homes or properties with more land, while smaller homes face more pricing pressure.
Active inventory reached 2,872 homes, 2.3 percent below last year. Although supply still favors buyers, Fort Myers has moved from nearly 11 months of supply in March to just 6.9 months today — a clear trend toward balance. According to the National Association of Realtors, a balanced market is typically around six months of supply.
Fort Myers Market Data – September 2025
| Metric | Current Value | MoM Change | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price | $347,000 | +0.6% | -0.3% |
| Pending Sales | 392 | +7.7% | +29.4% |
| Closed Sales | 335 | -16.5% | 0.0% |
| New Listings | 663 | +12.8% | -4.3% |
| Homes for Sale | 2,872 | -3.7% | -2.3% |
| Months Supply | 6.9 | -4.2% | +3.0% |
| Median Days on Market | 79 | 0.0% | +41.1% |
Buyer Demand and Pending Sales in Fort Myers
Contracts are on the rise. September posted 392 pending sales, up 29.4 percent from last year and outpacing the regional average. The typical Fort Myers property went under contract after just six showings, compared to seven a year ago — evidence that buyers are acting slightly more quickly when they see value.
Fort Myers’ surge in pending activity is notable against regional trends. Naples generated more contracts in volume, but Fort Myers’ affordability at $347,000 makes it a consistent entry point for first-time buyers and relocations from higher-cost markets.
Days on Market and Selling Conditions in Fort Myers
Homes are taking longer to close. The median days on market reached 79 days, up from 56 last year. That’s a 41 percent increase, one of the sharpest slowdowns in Southwest Florida.
For context:
- Cape Coral: 60 days
- Bonita Springs: 81 days
- Naples: 86 days
Sellers are securing offers at 95.8% of list price, leaving buyers about 4 percent negotiating room. Well-priced homes still move within the 79-day median, while overpriced properties often sit well beyond 100 days before selling.
What This Means for Fort Myers Buyers
Fort Myers remains a buyer’s market, but the advantage is shrinking. The 29 percent spike in pending sales shows stronger competition, especially in the $300,000–$400,000 range. Buyers who act now still have more options than they may see in early 2026, with room to negotiate below asking.
What This Means for Fort Myers Sellers
Selling in Fort Myers today requires patience and precision. Homes are averaging 79 days on market, so realistic timelines matter. Properties priced close to the $347,000 median, staged well, and marketed effectively are closing on schedule.
Overpricing remains the biggest risk — listings more than five percent above comps often linger and eventually require price cuts. For homeowners concerned about slow traction, Worthington Realty’s Seller’s Offer strategy can help convert buyer interest into action without a public price reduction.
What This Means for Fort Myers Investors
Fort Myers presents opportunities for disciplined investors. Negotiation room exists on listings older than 90 days, and the $300,000–$400,000 range continues to see strong rental demand.
Insurance and HOA costs remain the key headwinds, requiring conservative underwriting. Still, the 29 percent surge in pending sales signals that both individual and institutional investors are re-engaging in the market.
Fort Myers Real Estate Market Outlook
The Fort Myers real estate market appears on track for continued stabilization into late 2025. Pending sales growth suggests stronger closings ahead, while months of supply has declined steadily since March.
Fort Myers remains Southwest Florida’s most affordable market at $347,000, offering an entry point slightly below Cape Coral’s $350,000 median while maintaining remarkable price stability that sets it apart from both the declining Cape Coral market (-6.7%) and surging Estero (+12.3%).
Looking ahead, interest rates and insurance costs remain the wildcards for early 2026. A meaningful drop in mortgage rates could accelerate activity and lift prices modestly, while further insurance disruptions could add pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fort Myers is still a buyer’s market with 6.9 months of supply, but it’s moving toward balance.
Prices are stable. The $347,000 median is just 0.3% below last year and up 0.6% from August.
The median is 79 days. Well-priced homes sell within that timeframe; overpriced ones can take 100+ days.
Buying now means more options and negotiating room. Rising pending sales suggest competition will increase in 2026.
Affordability, steady migration, and job growth are fueling demand, while shrinking supply is pushing the market toward balance.
Download Worthington Realty’s Real Estate Cycle Guide to understand how different phases impact pricing, inventory, and negotiating power.
Final Thoughts
The Fort Myers real estate market in October 2025 shows signs of stability with rising demand and tightening supply. Conditions still favor buyers, but the shift toward balance is underway. Whether you’re buying your first home, planning a sale, or exploring investment opportunities, understanding these trends provides an edge.
See the full Southwest Florida Market Update or browse the latest Fort Myers homes for sale.
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Methodology & Sources: All market statistics were obtained from the Florida Gulf Coast MLS and analyzed by Worthington Realty. Historical month-by-month data reflect market activity through September 30, 2025, and were retrieved October 2, 2025. Figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed and are subject to revision by the MLS.
