Homes are Taking Longer to Sell

The post-pandemic real estate sprint is slowing, and yes — it’s happening here too.

Author

Mike Ugarte
September 05, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes

The Market’s Still Moving…Just Not As Fast

If it feels like homes aren’t flying off the market like they were a year or two ago, you’re not imagining it.

From Miami to Pembroke Pines, homes are sitting longer, price cuts are creeping back in, and buyers are finally slowing the pace.

Isle of Skye slow mark on the road

What the Article Says

According to the New York Post, homes are sitting longer on the market across the country including previously red hot areas like Miami, Orlando, and other Sun Belt metros.

A few takeaways from the article:

  • Median days on market is rising in nearly every major city analyzed.

  • Price reductions are becoming more common, as sellers adjust to a more cautious buyer pool.

  • Buyers are taking their time, weighing options instead of jumping at the first open house.

  • This is being driven by rate fatigue, insurance costs, and softening investor activity especially in places like Florida.

What’s Happening in Pembroke Pines

We’re seeing the same shift locally:

  • Homes that used to get multiple offers in a weekend are now averaging 3–5 weeks on market.

  • Price cuts are back especially in the $600K–$900K tier.

  • Buyers are picking apart inspections, negotiating closing costs, and even walking away mid deal.

  • Sellers still holding out for 2021 pricing? They're sitting

Bottom Line:

For Sellers:
Pricing matters more than ever.

Overpricing “just to see what happens” is a quick way to end up chasing the market down.

Stage it, price it right, and be ready to negotiate.

For Buyers:
This is your moment to move with intention not urgency.

If you're pre-approved and clear on what you want, the current slowdown gives you leverage without the pressure.