Team owner Kathryn Stelljes is back with your latest What’s Trending update, breaking down what happened in the Central Florida real estate market during January 2026. Using data from the Orlando Regional Realtor Association (ORRA), this monthly report looks at where the market stands right now, what trends are developing, and what they could mean for buyers and sellers as we move toward the spring season.

January followed the normal seasonal pattern we typically see at the start of the year. After the year end push, the market slowed, with just over 1,650 homes sold across metro Orlando. Inventory remained elevated at 11,741 active listings, creating more options for buyers and contributing to a buyer leaning market with 7.91 months of supply. levels climbed to 7.91 months of supply, creating a buyer leaning market for much of Central Florida.

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Market Highlights (Year over Year ORRA Stats)

• Homes Sold: 1,634 closed sales in January
• Pending Sales: 3,515 homes under contract at month’s end
• Homes for Sale: 11,741 active listings at the end of January
• Median Sales Price: Down 1.3 percent
• Average Sales Price: Down nearly 6 percent
• Average Days on Market: 81 days, the highest average since 2016

What these numbers mean

The drop in closed sales reflects the typical slowdown we see at the start of the year. Buyers tend to pause after the holidays, which creates a temporary dip in activity before demand begins to build again in early spring.

Pending sales remaining strong shows that buyers are still active and writing contracts, even though closings naturally lag behind. This is often a positive sign that activity may pick up in the coming months.

Inventory levels staying high means buyers have more negotiating power right now. With more homes to choose from, pricing correctly has become essential for sellers who want to stand out and avoid longer market times.

The slight decline in pricing signals a market that is rebalancing rather than crashing. Seasonal changes, combined with slower demand over the last year, are cooling prices and creating more realistic expectations on both sides of the transaction.

Homes are also taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market, which is the longest timeline we have seen in nearly a decade. For sellers, this means planning ahead is key, especially if your goal is to move during the summer months when demand traditionally increases.

Looking ahead, market activity typically starts to rise around March as buyers prepare for summer moves. Sellers who begin planning early can position their homes to take advantage of that seasonal shift while avoiding the mistake of overpricing in a more competitive environment.

You’re invited to join Kathryn’s upcoming virtual Zoom event on February 26. If you are feeling stuck between buying and selling, unsure about timing, or wondering how to move from one home to the next without extra stress, this session is designed for you. Come join the conversation and learn practical strategies, including a 10 week transition plan that walks through how to make a move smoothly and confidently. There is no pressure, just helpful information so you can make informed decisions about your next step.

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