Southwest Florida’s housing market kept moving toward balance in September 2026. In Lee County, the single-family median price held steady at $375,500 (+0.1% year over year) while active inventory fell 13.7%. In the Naples area of Collier County, the overall median closed price rose 4.5% to $575,000 and active listings dropped 17.3%. These are the most recent monthly figures released by Florida Realtors® and the Naples Area Board of REALTORS® (NABOR®).
Lee County: Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs & Estero
Single-family prices were flat, sales matched last year’s pace, and supply tightened. The condo market remains the softer segment, with prices down year over year, which keeps opportunities open for condo buyers.
| Lee County, September 2026 | Single-Family | Condo / Townhouse |
|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 1,116 (+0.3%) | 343 (+5.9%) |
| Median sale price | $375,500 (+0.1%) | $255,000 (-8.9%) |
| Active inventory | 6,517 (-13.7%) | 3,005 (-14.8%) |
| Months of supply | 5.2 (was 6.7) | 6.6 (was 9.7) |
| Median time to contract | 58 days (-13.4%) | — |
| $1M+ sales | 74 (+13.8%) | 12 (-14.3%) |
Collier County: Naples Area
Naples posted higher closed sales and a higher median price than a year ago, while inventory that built up during 2025 continued to be absorbed. Single-family homes led the price gains; condo prices eased slightly.
| Naples Area (Collier County excl. Marco Island) | Sept 2025 | Sept 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total closed sales | 608 | 623 | +2.5% |
| Pending sales | 753 | 702 | -6.8% |
| Median closed price (all) | $550,000 | $575,000 | +4.5% |
| New listings | 1,024 | 1,073 | +4.8% |
| Active listings (inventory) | 5,128 | 4,240 | -17.3% |
| Average days on market | 107 | 99 | -7.5% |
| Single-family median price | $725,000 | $747,500 | +3.1% |
| Single-family inventory | 2,487 | 2,072 | -16.7% |
| Condo median price | $410,000 | $400,000 | -2.4% |
| Condo inventory | 2,641 | 2,168 | -17.9% |
What This Means for Buyers
- Condos are the negotiating sweet spot. Lee County condo prices are down 8.9% year over year with 6.6 months of supply. Review association finances, reserves and insurance before you write an offer.
- Inventory is shrinking. Both counties have double-digit drops in active listings, so the selection advantage buyers had in 2025 is narrowing heading into season.
- Luxury and waterfront are active. Lee County recorded 74 single-family sales of $1 million or more, up 13.8%.
What This Means for Sellers
- Homes are selling faster. Lee County single-family homes went under contract in a median 58 days, 13.4% faster than last year; Naples days on market fell to 99.
- Price it right the first time. Prices are stable rather than climbing quickly, so overpriced listings still sit. A data-backed list price is the biggest lever you control.
- Season is coming. Seasonal buyers arrive November through April; listing well-prepared homes now positions you for peak demand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Lee County, FL?
The median single-family home price in Lee County was $375,500 in September 2026, essentially flat (+0.1%) from September 2025. The median condo/townhouse price was $255,000, down 8.9% year over year.
What is the median home price in Naples / Collier County?
In the Naples area (Collier County, excluding Marco Island), the overall median closed price was $575,000 in September 2026, up 4.5% from a year earlier. The single-family median was $747,500 and the condo median was $400,000.
Is Southwest Florida a buyer’s or seller’s market right now?
It is moving toward balance. Inventory is falling at double-digit rates in both counties, which tightens supply, but Lee County still has 5.2 months of single-family supply and 6.6 months of condo supply, so buyers continue to have room to negotiate, especially on condos.
Is now a good time to sell a home in Bonita Springs or Estero?
With inventory down and prices stable, well-priced homes are selling faster than a year ago (Lee County single-family homes went under contract in a median 58 days, down 13.4%). Pricing correctly from day one matters more than ever. Call Knowledge Base Real Estate at 239-299-7921 for a free home value report.
Get Your Personalized Market Report
County-wide numbers only tell part of the story. Values in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples, Fort Myers and Cape Coral vary by neighborhood, waterfront access and community. For a free, personalized home value report, call or text Knowledge Base Real Estate at 239-299-7921 or request your home value online.
Sources: Florida Realtors® September 2026 market data; NABOR® September 2026 Market Report. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Knowledge Base Real Estate, Inc., 9148 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 203, Bonita Springs, FL 34135.