The Listing Team at RESF • South Florida
Published Aug 27, 2025
History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers (2025)
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Market Slowdowns Happen — Recoveries Do Too
Some sellers pulled their listings this summer after not getting the price or pace they expected. Realtor.com trends show more homeowners stepping back when conditions cool. If that’s you, your frustration is valid — yet history is clear: housing slowdowns don’t last forever.
History Repeats Itself
- 1980s: Mortgage rates over 18% froze buyers. When rates eased, sales returned and momentum followed.
- 2008: The Great Financial Crisis hit sales and prices hard. As the economy recovered, so did housing.
- 2020: Sales stalled during COVID restrictions, then surged when buyers re-entered the market.
No matter the cause, the housing market has always rebounded.
Where We Stand Now
Affordability has been the big challenge. Rates climbed quickly in 2022 while prices were still rising, putting pressure on demand and slowing sales.
Why the Outlook Improves into 2026
Recent forecasts indicate momentum building into next year and beyond. The average projection from industry leaders points to ~4.6M existing-home sales in 2026 — an improvement from ~4.0M in 2024 and 2025. Expected rate relief should bring more buyers back to the table.
What South Florida Sellers Can Do Now
- Know your value: Start with a data-driven estimate and full CMA review.
- Prep smart: Tidy updates, pro photos, and pricing strategy win when activity returns.
- Watch the signals: Your local expert will flag the early signs of demand picking up.
Fort Lauderdale home valuation
Oakland Park home valuation
Weston home valuation
Pembroke Pines home valuation
Estimates = CMA. Every valuation is reviewed by a local expert.
Plan Your Next Move with a Local Pro
If you paused your listing, you made the best decision with the info you had. Now, let’s position you for the rebound. Explore neighborhoods and active inventory:
- Fort Lauderdale homes for sale
- Oakland Park homes for sale
- Weston homes for sale
- Pembroke Pines homes for sale
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When the next wave of buyers shows up, you won’t want to miss it. Let’s map your timing and strategy.
Contact
Scott Lehr, PA • Team Leader, The Listing Team at RESF • 954-342-6180 • scott@reallistingagent.com
