Real Estate Information

Real Estate Information

***Published on 1st October 2025*** 

September “summary”  from the Resort Area Market...  

The September median price was down 0.3% from the previous month at $389 and also down 3.1% from the September 2024 median price of $400,000.  The average days that it took for a home to sell and close during September was 132, which is 18 days Higher than a year ago, whilst the average days a home spent on the market during the past 30 days was 110, which compares to the 89-day average achieved over the past 12 months.  September's total closings of 283  were down slightly from the 291 closings in August and also below the 340 closings recorded in September 2024.  The number of homes detailed as Pending- under offer/contract stood at 533 which is up from the …

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Looking to Sell Your Airbnb or Vacation Home in the Orlando Area? We Can Help!

The magic of owning a vacation home near Orlando, Kissimmee, or Davenport is undeniable. Whether it's the thrill of Disney just minutes away, the world-class golf courses, or the year-round sunshine, these properties offer incredible opportunities. Many of you have successfully turned these homes into popular Airbnbs, creating fantastic experiences for countless visitors.

But what happens when it's time to move on? Selling an Airbnb or vacation home isn't quite the same as selling a traditional residence. It requires a nuanced approach, understanding the unique market, and knowing how to highlight the features that truly attract buyers in this specific niche.

That's…

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The Team Donovan Difference: Why Your Reunion Resort Home Deserves a Specialist

Selling your home in Reunion Resort isn't just a transaction; it's the carefully managed transition of a premier lifestyle asset. Reunion is a world unto itself—a 2,300-acre oasis of luxury living, where every detail is curated for an exceptional experience. From its three signature golf courses designed by legends Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, and Jack Nicklaus to its five-acre water park and seven community pools, this is a destination that promises a life of unparalleled leisure and recreation.

When you decide to sell your property in this exclusive enclave, you're not just selling a house; you're selling a piece of this extraordinary lifestyle. That's a task that…

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A Canadian’s Guide to Selling a Florida Property 

For many Canadians, owning a property in sunny Florida is a dream come true. But when it's time to sell, managing the process from across the border can feel complicated. You have to navigate different real estate laws, tax implications like FIRPTA, and the simple logistics of not being there in person.

You need a real estate team that not only understands the Florida market but specializes in helping Canadian owners. Team Donovan has built a reputation for making cross-border sales simple and stress-free.

But you don't have to take our word for it. Here’s what other Canadians have to say about their experience.

A Seamless and Painless Process

The biggest worry for any remote seller is…

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***Published on 1st July 2025*** 

June "journal" from the Resort Area Market... 

The June median price was unchanged from the previous month at $395,000 but was down 2.2% from the June 2024 median price of $403,900. A home changing hands in June did so at an average of 98.1% of its final listed price, higher than May and up from the 97.5% level achieved twelve months ago.  The average days that it took for a home to close during May were 135, which is 10 days higher than a year ago, whilst the average days a home spent on the market over the past 30 days was 91, which compares to an 82-day average over the past 12 months. The new total sales of 329 were the same as in May but were down from the 401 closings recorded in June 2024. The number of homes…

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 ***Published on 1st June 2025***  

May  “math”  from the Resort Area Market... 

A home sold during May achieved on average 97.1%  of its final listed price, unchanged from April but down from the 98.1% level achieved twelve months ago.  The average days a home took to close during April was unchanged from the previous month at 125, whilst the average days a home spent on the market over the past 30 days was 85, which compares to an 80-day average over the last 12 months. The April median price fell to $395,000 from $399,900 in April and was also down 2.3% from the April 2024 median price of $404,000.  The May sales total of 329 was down from the April total of 361 and the 444 sales recorded in May 2024.   The number of homes Pending- under…

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Why James Donovan is Central Florida’s Top Real Estate Broker for Selling Vacation Homes

When it comes to selling vacation homes in Central Florida, James Donovan stands out as the premier choice. As the leading broker and agent at Team Donovan, James has sold over 2,500 properties valued at more than half a billion dollars since starting his career in 2004. His extensive experience, international perspective, and unparalleled customer service have made him the most successful broker in the region for vacation home sales. Unlike a typical real estate agent, James’s status as a licensed broker offers distinct advantages that ensure a seamless, stress-free, and transparent selling process. Backed by glowing testimonials from.com and Google, here’s why…

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 ***Published on 1st May 2025***

April “answers”  from the Resort Area Market... 

The March median price was up at $399,000 from the February figure of $397,900,  but remains down 1% from the March 2024 median price of $404,000. A closed home during the month achieved an average of 97.3%  of its final listed price, which was up from 97.1% in February but down from the 98.0% level being achieved one year ago.  During March, the average number of days it took to close a home was 123, while the average days on market were 91, which compares to 85 days in February and a 78-day average over the last 12 months.   Total closings during March were 311, which was 63 above the February total of 248, but down from the 396 sales recorded in March 2024.   The…

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***Published on 1st April 2025***

March  “moments”  from the Resort Area Market...   

The March median price was up at $399,000 from the February figure of $397,900,  but was down 1% from the March 2024 median price of $404,000. A closed home during March achieved an average of 97.3%  of its final listed price, up from 97.1% in February and down from the 98.0% level achieved one year ago.  During March, the average days a home took to close was 123, whilst the average days on market was 91, compared to 85 days in February and a 78-day average recorded over the last 12 months.   Total closings of 311 were 63 up on the 248 February total, but below the 396 sales recorded in March 2024.   The number of homes Pending- under offer/contract across the…

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***Published on 1st February 2025*** 

January “Journo”  from the Resort Area Market...  

The January median price was down slightly from December at 399,000 from $399,900  but remains down 1.3% from the January 2024 median price of $404,418. A  home that closed during the month achieved an average 97.3%  of its final listed price, down from the 97.9%  in December and lower than the 97.6% level achieved at the start of the year.  During the month, the average days a home spent on the market was 90, compared to 92 days in December and the 75-day average recorded over the last 12 months.    Total closings during January were 227, 65 below the December total of 292 and also down on the 281 sales recorded in January 2024.  The average days a home took to…

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