Why October Is the Best Time To Buy a Home in 2025 in Central Florida

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in Central Florida, this month could be your golden opportunity. According to Realtor.com, October is officially the best time to buy a home in 2025, and Central Florida is right in that sweet spot.

Here’s why this matters for buyers in our area:

Why October Works in Your Favor

By mid-October, buyers across much of the country (including Florida) may finally see the conditions they’ve been waiting for, more inventory, less competition, and better negotiating power. If you’re house-hunting in Orlando, Winter Springs, Sanford, or the surrounding Central Florida communities, here’s what you can expect this season:

✅ More homes to choose from – Fall tends to bring fresh listings as sellers aim to close before the holidays.
✅ Less competition – Many families move during summer, leaving fewer buyers in the market.
✅ Better prices – Historically, homes listed in October sell for less than peak-season summer homes.
✅ Sellers willing to negotiate – With more days on the market, sellers may be more flexible on price or closing costs.

The Central Florida “Best Week”

While the national “Best Week to Buy” is October 12–18, timing shifts a bit by location. For Central Florida buyers, the prime buying window falls October 26 – November 1—right here in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area.

That means if you start preparing now, you’ll be ready to take advantage of the best week of the year to find your dream home.

What the Experts Say

Real estate economists agree this fall is a standout opportunity:

“Homebuyers are in the best position in more than five years to find the right home and negotiate for a better price. Current inventory is at its highest since May 2020.” – Lawrence Yun, NAR Chief Economist

“This fall just might be the best window for home buyers in the past five years.” – NerdWallet

With falling mortgage rates and more homes on the market, buyers in Central Florida are in a stronger position than they’ve been in years.

How To Get Ready

If you’re thinking about buying, now’s the time to:

• Get pre-approved for a mortgage so you’re ready to act fast

• Team up with a local agent who knows the Central Florida market inside and out

• Keep an eye on listings in your target neighborhoods so you don’t miss the right fit

Bottom Line

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy in Central Florida, October is it. With more homes on the market, less competition, and motivated sellers, this is your chance to find the home that’s right for you.

📲 Want to be ready when the best week hits? Let’s chat about your strategy today.

Allison Day, REALTOR®
RE/MAX Town & Country Realty
📞 (407) 617-2881
🌐 www.AllisonDayHomes.com
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