The median listing price in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area was $380K in September 2026, down 5.0% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 9,173 homes were listed for sale, down 14.1% year over year, with a median of 91 days on market. The metro area covers Lee County, with 792,692 residents and a median household income of $73,099 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $380K | #12 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -5.0% | |
| Active listings | 9,173 | #4 of 28 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -14.1% | |
| Median days on market | 91 | |
| Listings with a price cut | 19.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $230 | #11 of 28 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 792,692 | #6 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +10.3% | |
| Median household income | $73,099 | #11 of 28 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $326K | |
| Median gross rent | $1,597 | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.46× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
Totals across the 1 county in the metro area.
| Total employment (2025) | 301,860 | |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 7,839 | |
| Banks headquartered here | 3 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (QCEW); U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey; FDIC BankFind Suite.
Florida foreclosure rates: Cape Coral
- 1 in 2,397 Florida housing units had a foreclosure filing in August 2026, the #3 highest state rate (4,278 filings).
- For the first half of 2026, Florida had the #1 state rate: 0.27% of housing units.
- The Cape Coral metro: 0.35% of housing units, #6 nationally among metros of 200,000+.
Source: ATTOM, foreclosure rates by state (August 2026, published September 18, 2026) and mid-year 2026 report. Updated monthly.
Counties in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area
| County | Population | Median list price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County | 792,692 | $380K | -5.0% | 91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area?
$380K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -5.0% versus a year earlier.
Which counties are in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area?
Lee County, under the federal (OMB) core-based statistical area definition.
How affordable is the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area?
The ACS median home value is $326K against a median household income of $73,099, a price-to-income ratio of 4.46×.
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