Seminole County Real Estate Market Report: October 2026
Seminole County homes sold faster in October 2026 than they did a year ago, even with fewer sales overall. Prices held steady, sellers got a little closer to their asking price, and single-family homes went under contract in just over three weeks. Here’s what the October numbers say about the Seminole County market for buyers and sellers.
What Was the Median Home Price in Seminole County in October 2026?
The median sales price in Seminole County was $400,000 in October 2026, down 0.6% from $402,500 in October 2025. That’s essentially flat. After several years of big price jumps, values across the county have settled into a steady range rather than climbing or falling sharply.
How Fast Are Homes Selling in Seminole County?
Homes sold in a median of 30 days in October 2026, nine days faster than the 39 days it took in October 2025. Well-priced homes are still moving quickly, especially single-family homes in established neighborhoods across Lake Mary, Oviedo and Winter Springs.
How Many Homes Sold in October 2026?
There were 411 home sales in October 2026, down 17% from 494 in October 2025. Fewer homes changed hands, but the ones that did sold faster. Expired listings held about even at 56, compared with 55 a year earlier. Most of those were likely priced above what buyers were willing to pay.
Are Sellers Getting Close to Their Asking Price?
Yes. Homes sold for 95.6% of their original list price in October 2026, up from 95.1% a year ago. On a $400,000 home, that’s about $17,600 below the original asking price. Sellers who price right from day one tend to land closer to full value. Those who start high often end up reducing their price later.
How Did Prices Compare by Property Type?
Single-family homes led the market, while condos took the longest to sell.
- Single-family homes: 302 sales, a $458,000 median price, and 23 median days to sell
- Townhomes: 54 sales, a $348,500 median price, and 49 median days to sell
- Condos: 48 sales, a $165,000 median price, and 61 median days to sell
Single-family homes made up nearly three out of every four sales and sold more than twice as fast as townhomes. Condos took the longest, which gives condo buyers more time and room to negotiate.
How Many Luxury Homes Sold in Seminole County?
Eighteen homes sold for $1 million or more in October 2026, compared with 21 in October 2025. Seminole County’s luxury market stays steady, with demand concentrated in communities around Lake Mary, Sanford and Longwood.
How Are Buyers Paying for Homes?
About 31% of October buyers paid cash, with 126 cash sales and 281 financed sales. Distressed sales stayed almost nonexistent, with just 2 bank-owned sales and no short sales. That points to a healthy market where most homeowners are selling by choice, not under pressure.
What This Means
For sellers, Seminole County is still rewarding homes that are priced right, especially single-family homes, which sold in a median of 23 days. If you’re thinking about listing, a pricing strategy based on current neighborhood sales is the best way to sell quickly and close near your asking price. Get started on the sellers page.
For buyers, steady prices and fewer sales mean less competition than in recent years, particularly for townhomes and condos. If you buy before January 1, remember to file for your homestead exemption by March 1. Free resources for your search are on the buyers page.
Data source: Stellar MLS, Seminole County residential sales for October 2026 c
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