Florida
Central Florida Real Estate Boom: Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Ranks Among Top 10 U.S. Markets For 2025
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – The Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford area, served by members of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA), has been ranked No. 6 on the Realtor.com® 2025 Top Housing Markets Forecast, according to a recent press release from one of Florida’s largest local trade associations.
This annual forecast highlights U.S. regions poised for the strongest combined increase in home sales and listing prices. The 2025 list prioritizes markets with moderately affordable homes, robust housing inventory—fueled by new construction—and a large base of younger families with military and international connections.
Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA) President Rose Kemp
ORRA’s Role in Market Growth
“It’s no surprise that Central Florida was included in the forecast of top housing markets in 2025,” said ORRA president Rose Kemp. “Orlando offers a strong job market, an indoor-outdoor lifestyle, attractions like theme parks and beaches, warm weather, and no state income tax, making it popular among our locals and out-of-state buyers. With its continued growth, the Orlando region remains a top-rated choice for real estate investments, attracting homebuyers and investors looking to capitalize on the area’s dynamic and thriving market.”
2025 Housing Market Rankings
The top 10 housing markets for 2025 are exclusively in the South and West. The complete list is as follows:
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL
- Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
- El Paso, TX
- Richmond, VA
- Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
- McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
- Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
- Greensboro-High Point, NC
Growth Projections for Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford
The Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford market is set to experience notable growth across key real estate indicators in 2025:
- 2025 Existing Home Sale Counts Year-over-Year: 15.2% increase
- 2025 Existing Home Sale Counts vs 2017-2019 Average: 32.1% increase
- 2025 Existing Home Median Sale Price Year-over-Year: 12.1% increase
- 2025 Existing Home Median Sale Price vs 2017-2019 Average: 82.6% increase
- Combined 2025 Existing Home Sales and Price Growth: 27.3%
These figures signal a strong upward trajectory for the Central Florida housing market, driven by increased interest from younger buyers, military families, and international investors.
Realtor.com® Chief Economist Danielle Hale
Factors Driving Market Strength
Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com®, said, “While nationwide home sales are expected to see a slight uptick this year, driven by a cooling in home price growth, the top markets we’ve identified are poised for stronger sales and price gains in 2025. With mortgage rates likely to ease only modestly next year, these markets — offering relatively lower-priced homes, more new and existing houses to choose from, and mortgage products designed to give buyers a leg up — could provide some would-be buyers a better chance at entering the market next year.”
More Homes, More Choices
Despite inventory challenges nationwide, recovery is underway. By November, the number of homes for sale reached the highest level since December 2019. However, the national market still lags behind pre-pandemic levels (2017–2019) by 20%. The South and West have seen the most progress, with Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford leading the way.
Among the top 10 markets, eight have experienced year-over-year growth in single-family home construction. Builders are focusing on smaller, more affordable homes to meet rising demand. In addition to new builds, more existing homeowners are returning to the market, increasing inventory and providing buyers with a greater range of choices.
Market Demographics: Young Buyers and Military Connections
The top 10 housing markets for 2025 are characterized by young, diverse, and growing communities. Most of these areas have higher-than-average shares of households with children and residents under age 35. Military ties are also a defining factor, with more than 1 in 7 households in the top markets being active-duty or veteran homes, surpassing the national average of 1 in 8.
Additionally, international connections are strong. In Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, 17.6% of the population is foreign-born, exceeding the national metro average of 13%. These trends highlight the region’s ability to attract a wide range of buyers, from local families to international investors.
Path to Homeownership: Government-Backed Mortgages
The prevalence of younger buyers and strong military ties has also increased demand for government-backed lending options like VA, FHA, and USDA mortgages. These programs, which offer lower down payments and more favorable terms, are essential for helping first-time and military-connected buyers enter the market. ORRA’s advocacy and resources for homebuyers have played a crucial role in ensuring these options remain accessible and effective.
Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA) Headquarters. Photo by Corey Williams / Florida National News
Impact of Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA)
The growth and prominence of the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford market owe much to the efforts of the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA). ORRA’s initiatives to promote the region’s real estate appeal, support local buyers, and offer education on lending options like FHA, VA, and USDA loans have made Central Florida a prime location for homebuyers and investors alike.
Conclusion
The Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford market’s placement in Realtor.com®’s Top 10 Housing Markets for 2025 underscores its growing influence on the national housing landscape. With strong sales projections, increasing inventory, and support from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA), the area is poised for sustained success. Homebuyers, investors, and real estate professionals should keep a close eye on this flourishing market.
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J Willie David, III
Florida National News and FNN News Network
news@FloridaNationalNews.com
Florida
Joe Strada Loans Campaign $5 Million, Launches $1 Million Ad Buy in Congressional District 11
The ad was produced by political strategist Brad Herold of Something Else Strategies and marks the first major media investment of the campaign.
$5 MILLION PERSONAL LOAN TO CAMPAIGN
Strada, founder of Strada Services, announced last week that he had loaned his congressional campaign $5 million, providing the campaign with substantial financial resources early in the election cycle.
Strada Services is one of the nation’s largest privately held, family-owned companies specializing in air conditioning, electrical, security, and plumbing services.
The campaign said the loan and advertising investment demonstrate Strada’s commitment to communicating directly with voters throughout Central Florida.
FIRST MAJOR MEDIA PUSH
The $1 million advertising effort is expected to reach voters across Florida’s 11th Congressional District through a combination of television, radio, and digital media platforms.
The campaign has positioned Strada as a conservative outsider and successful entrepreneur focused on bringing private-sector experience to Washington.
Additional details regarding future advertising and campaign events are expected in the coming weeks.
ABOUT FLORIDA’S 11TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
Florida’s 11th Congressional District includes portions of Central Florida and is expected to be one of the state’s closely watched congressional races during the 2026 election cycle.
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Republican Rep. Paula Stark Disqualified From Ballot, Giving Democrats Opportunity to Flip House District 47
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Florida State Rep. Paula Stark has been disqualified from seeking reelection in Florida House District 47 after failing to satisfy candidate qualifying requirements before the noon Friday filing deadline.
According to state election records, Stark’s candidacy was disqualified due to a deficiency involving required financial disclosure filings, commonly referred to as Form 6. Florida law requires candidates for legislative office to timely submit all qualifying documents, including financial disclosure forms, to appear on the ballot.
Form 6 Financial Disclosure Requirement
Form 6 is a public financial disclosure document required for state elected officials and candidates. The form requires candidates to disclose assets, liabilities, sources of income, and other financial interests.
The disclosure includes a sworn certification stating: “Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read the foregoing Form 6 and that the facts stated in it are true.”
Candidates are required to complete, sign and timely file the disclosure as part of Florida’s qualifying process. Failure to properly file required qualifying documents, including Form 6, by the statutory deadline can result in disqualification from the ballot.
Democrats Advance to Primary Election
With Stark removed from contention, Democrats now have an opportunity to capture the Republican-held seat in House District 47.
The only candidates remaining in the race are:
- Jorge Figueroa, President of the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida
- Anthony Nieves, a state investigator
The two Democrats will compete in the Aug. 18 Democratic Primary, with the winner becoming Representative-Elect.
House District 47 covers portions of Osceola County and has been represented by Stark since her election to the Florida House.
The disqualification was among the most notable developments of Florida’s 2026 candidate qualifying period and significantly alters the political landscape in a district Republicans had hoped to retain.
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