Palm Beach County Inventory Rises as Sales and Prices Shift

September 2025 Market Update Palm Beach County

Market Outlook for Palm Beach County Home Sales. Is now the right time to buy and/or sell?

In September 2025, the Palm Beach County home sales market showed a 24.8% increase in closed transactions compared to the same month in 2024. With 1,163 homes sold versus 932 last year, momentum is clearly shifting—but not without important caveats.

Inventory Growth Offers Buyers More Leverage

During the same period, active listings climbed 2.8% to 5,576 homes, pushing the months’ supply of inventory to 5.0. This expansion gives buyers more time, more options, and ultimately greater negotiating power than in recent tighter-markets.
At the same time, the median sale price held steady at $615,000, indicating stability even amid increased supply.

Why the Market Shift Matters

More listings = more choice. Buyers no longer feel rushed, and those looking for the right fit can take advantage of expanded inventory.
Greater leverage for buyers. With more homes on the market and steady pricing, smart buyers can negotiate from a stronger position.
Stability in pricing. The flat median price suggests the market is not overheating, making it potentially safer for both buyers and sellers.

How First-Time Buyers Can Take Advantage

For first-time homebuyers, now is a window of opportunity. One under-used strategy: assumable loans. These allow qualified buyers to take over a seller’s mortgage — including the existing interest rate — which can be significantly lower than current levels.
While not all listings qualify, working with a local Realtor® who understands how to spot and negotiate these deals can dramatically boost affordability.

Partnering With an Expert — Why It’s Critical

The team at Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors® has partnered with RetroRate, a cutting-edge intelligence platform that helps identify properties with assumable loans. This allows agents and buyers to uncover hidden opportunities and potentially save thousands of dollars in interest and monthly payments.

Stay Ahead With Reliable Market Reports

If you’re serious about staying informed on Palm Beach County home sales and inventory trends, I invite you to visit our dedicated resource library on Market Reports. There you’ll find detailed breakdowns of single-family homes, townhomes/condos and neighborhood-by-neighborhood data—updated regularly for your advantage.

What This Means for Sellers

Sellers must be proactive and price smart. In a market where inventory is rising and buyers have more leverage, pricing a home appropriately and presenting it in top condition matters more than ever. Your agent should position your home with compelling visuals, highlight unique value, and tap into timely marketing to stay competitive.

Call to Action

Ready to navigate this evolving landscape with confidence? Reach out today to work with a local Realtor® who knows how to leverage the latest market data, identify assumable loan opportunities, and tailor a winning strategy for your goals. Let’s connect and make your next move in Palm Beach County a success.

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Joe Heitz

15:40 16 Aug 25

Working with Barry was an absolute pleasure! To say he went above and beyond would be an understatement. This incredible person did everything for my family and I during a stressful moving period. I cannot recommend this agent enough. Reach out to Barry and buy or sell your home with confidence, you are in the best hands possible!

Response from the owner 10:10 17 Aug 25

Thank you, Joe. I really appreciate the kudos. We did what it took to get the job done! What an amazing house and I was grateful for the assignment!

Sherry Firsten

04:51 26 Jan 25

I have never had anyone work so hard for me and help me find a place to live that I could afford. Barry is the most caring and kind human (realtor) that I have had the pleasure to know

Todd Mingo

00:08 24 Jan 25

Barry is a consummate professional. Of all agents I’ve worked with, he, by far, goes above and beyond to present properties at their best to help get the best price the market will bear. I had the pleasure of working with Barry during a recent sale in Boca Raton and he did everything possible to make sure we didn’t overlook any detail that would make the property show great(even helped fix the lawn). I’d highly recommend Barry to anyone looking to sell a property at maximum value.

Response from the owner 19:59 24 Jan 25

Hi Todd, I was grateful for the assignment & thank you so much for the kudos. Thank you for giving me the opportunity! Now let's play more golf!

Hugh McPherson

18:05 22 Jan 25

I worked with Barry to secure a seasonal rental in DelRay Beach for 7 months. He was always eager to find new places, look them over for us and address issues for us. Once we moved in there were a few issues and Barry was quick to offer solutions and help. Barrys is highly recommended!

Response from the owner 19:38 22 Jan 25

Thank you, Hugh! I meet amazing people in my line of business! We will be friends for life!

James Supreme

17:13 13 Oct 24

I recently had the pleasure of working with Barry Frette while showing a rental property to one of my customers, and I can confidently say the experience was outstanding! Even though Barry didn’t have to be there, he went out of his way to show up and personally conduct a thorough walk-through. His commitment to going the extra mile really stood out. Barry’s professionalism was top-tier, but what truly made the experience remarkable was his charismatic and engaging personality. He brought an energy and enthusiasm that made the process not only seamless but enjoyable. Barry turned what could have been a standard showing into an exceptional, memorable experience. If you’re looking for a realtor who is passionate, reliable, and truly invested in creating the best experience for his customers, look no further than Barry Frette!

Response from the owner 03:11 27 Oct 24

Thank you James! You are a sharp guy, please get involved with leadership at the board.

Gregory Pitts

12:12 31 Aug 24

Barry did a great job on our closing in Delray Beach. The commercial property had a few offers that tanked so when we started our purchasing process he worked twice as hard to insure everything was smooth.

Response from the owner 15:40 17 Sep 24

Thank you Greg! Great Retail property as well. Everything worked out beautifully!

Jeff King

19:43 13 Aug 24

This was without fail one of the best experiences of my entire life! Barry is without a doubt one of the sharpest realtors you would ever want to meet. He kept me informed every step of the way and way beyond. He is also such a warm and fun person. Viewing properties with him was a blast.

Response from the owner 21:50 16 Aug 24

Thank you for the assignment, Jeff. We did have a lot of fun and we found you a sweet home. So happy for you guys!

Kim Whited

14:16 12 Aug 24

This Realtor will do whatever it takes to get you your forever home! He knows all the ins and outs of the business and he has many contacts to the services you will need. This guy is the real deal!!

Response from the owner 01:07 24 Jan 25

Thank you Kim. I love your new place. So comfortable hanging out there! So happy for you both!