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Broward County Real Estate Market Update — July 2026
Market Updates

Broward County Real Estate Market Update — July 2026

By Saher Rafiq·July 15, 2026·4 min read

Single-family homes in Broward are holding strong with a median of $630,000 — up 3.2% year over year. Inventory is down 22.2%, sitting at just 4.5 months of supply. The 30-year fixed rate is 6.55%. Here is what all of it means if you are thinking of selling or buying right now.

How to Price Your Home Right in a Changing Broward Market
Selling Tips

How to Price Your Home Right in a Changing Broward Market

The number you list at matters more than anything else you do. At 4.5 months of supply, well-priced homes move. Overpriced homes collect days-on-market and sell for less. Here is exactly what Saher looks at before she suggests a price.

Jun 12, 2026 · 4 minRead  →
Why Families Keep Choosing Cooper City Over Every Other Broward City
Neighborhood Guides

Why Families Keep Choosing Cooper City Over Every Other Broward City

A-rated schools, 84% homeownership, $644K median price, and lakeside streets that feel like a typical suburb. Here is what makes Cooper City different — and why demand stays strong even when the rest of the market softens.

May 28, 2026 · 5 minRead  →
What Zillow Gets Wrong About Your Broward Home's Value
Home Valuation

What Zillow Gets Wrong About Your Broward Home's Value

Automated estimates miss your renovations, your lake view, your school zone premium, and what sold three doors down last month. That gap can be worth $30,000-$50,000 when you list. Here is where the algorithm fails and what Saher checks instead.

May 10, 2026 · 3 minRead  →
What First-Time Buyers Must Know Before Purchasing in Broward County
First Time Buyers

What First-Time Buyers Must Know Before Purchasing in Broward County

FHA loans start at 3.5% down. HOA fees vary wildly. School zones affect resale value more than square footage. The 30-year rate is 6.55%. Here is everything Saher tells first-time buyers before they make an offer — all in plain language.

Apr 22, 2026 · 6 minRead  →
Understanding the Home Valuation Process in South Florida
Home Valuation

Understanding the Home Valuation Process in South Florida

A detailed breakdown of how professional home valuations work. Learn the difference between CMA reports, appraisals, and automated values to understand your true home value.

Mar 18, 2026 · 5 minRead  →
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