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PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Charlotte County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
535
⇩ 5.8% vs 568 last year
Pending
62
12% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,000
⇧ 10.9% vs $449,950 last year
Average Price
$567,958
⇧ 3.1% vs $551,080 last year
Days on Market
98
⇧ 11.4% vs 88 days last year

Market Context

Population: 14,330  ·  Density: 121.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,708

Typical home value: $315,273  ·  Homeownership: 89.3%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The PORT CHARLOTTE, FL real estate market (33981) currently shows 535 active listings, with 62 pending sales. Homes are averaging 98 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 33 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 98 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 10.9% year-over-year, from $449,950 to $499,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 535 this year vs 568 last year
  • Days on market: 98 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,000 (+10.9% YoY)
  • Average: $567,958 (+3.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.3 miles — 3,926 listings ($2,275,003,877 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
33981Port Charlotte, FL 339810.0 mi535$303,857,530$499,000$567,958
33946Placida, FL 339464.0 mi240$209,724,720$650,000$873,853
33921Boca Grande, FL 339217.2 mi107$470,565,563$2,900,000$4,397,809
33953Port Charlotte, FL 339538.6 mi306$138,199,086$374,998$451,631
33952Port Charlotte, FL 3395210.6 mi443$144,338,703$249,900$325,821
33954Port Charlotte, FL 3395411.7 mi188$69,563,384$359,490$370,018
34287North Port, FL 3428712.8 mi290$96,538,390$319,700$332,891
34293Venice, FL 3429314.8 mi778$352,451,894$399,000$453,023
33983Punta Gorda, FL 3398315.1 mi279$100,548,810$339,800$360,390
34289North Port, FL 3428915.2 mi81$30,025,890$349,999$370,690
34291North Port, FL 3429116.6 mi118$48,923,390$365,000$414,605
34292Venice, FL 3429217.5 mi230$121,759,700$385,000$529,390
34285Venice, FL 3428520.3 mi331$188,506,817$375,000$569,507

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981?

As of January 2026, there are 535 active listings in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL (zip code 33981), compared to 568 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981?

The median listing price in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981 is $499,000 as of January 2026, a 10.9% increase from $449,950 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL?

Homes in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981 spend an average of 98 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 33 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 98 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981 save an estimated $9,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.