October 2025 Market Review & Outlook

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October Market Review & Snapshot:

The 30A Market Overall is HEATING UP in a Healthy way.

Sales Prices are currently trending down, slightly ~2-6%

Sellers and buyers are negotiating at about 92-96% of asking price

Overall inventory is shrinking as sales increase. Sales and contracts written are currently pacing upwards month over month at a time when, historically, sales trend down – signifying a market shift.

Market Outlook & Things to Watch for:

Contracts written are outpacing closing, indicating that we will have more sales next month — and closing the gap between a buyers market and a sellers market. Buyers can expect to see some of their negotiation power “dry up” as sellers begin to have multiple showings and see the market moving.

During the holidays is a great time to view properties and make a purchase (often better than springtime) because:

1. Sellers may be more willing to negotiate.
2. More properties are open to view.
3. There’s time to close, make updates, prep for rentals, and market for a great following year… often missed out on by closings that happen in the spring. Data shows rental income can be impacted significantly by waiting.

For Sellers, selling during the “shoulder season” or “off season” can sometimes net your MORE, FASTER than springtime because:

1. Supply is typically lower, lowering competition. More competition – longer time on market.
2. Less carrying costs to hold the property for several more months.
3. Buyers sometimes need to make purchases for tax purposes either just before or right after the New Year.

If you’re thinking about purchasing a property in the 30A area but thinking “I’ll wait until springtime” – you can become one of the buyers that get the best deals by acting earlier than later, and taking advantage of the unique buying season that happens post summer to pre-spring.

Connect with your favorite Live 30A agent Here to supercharge your search or simply begin searching for the best 30A properties on the market today on the homepage or search by 30A community Here.

30A Real Estate Developments around town: Coming Soon & Proposed

1. Sunrise Coffee Lives on! Coming again soon to Blue Mountain Beach
2. Proposed Sunrise Diner on 30A, near Mimmo’s 30A
3. Grace Point Residences — under construction near Watersound Beach Club
4. 30A Gym and Rehabilitation Center — 60,000sf+ breaking ground close to the entrance of west 30A.

Reason #47 Why we Love 30A & Giveaway of the Month!

#47: In our book, the USA is the greatest country in the world – Florida the greatest state in the US – and 30A the greatest beach town in Florida.

Giveaway of the Month: $300+ Value Thanksgiving Gift Basket from Local 30A Spots!

Sellers: Tips & Trends

1. Do not use a discounted agent or “flat fee” service. You get discounted service and flat fee performance on selling one of the largest investments in life.
2. Prep your house to be the best in town. Just like cleaning your car before taking pics and selling to get the best, it’s the same with your home. We’ll help you get the most important things taken care of so your home shines amongst the crowd.
3. Simpler is better — if you’ve got lots of things, organize, put in storage, or have a yard sale. Doing this allows the buyer to envision themselves in this home rather than feeling like they are intruding into someone else’s home.
4. Review your agent’s activity and advice regularly – did they “list and leave” or are they proactively keeping you updated, offering strategy to get it sold (including price reductions), and making your house look amazing online? You’ll want the best photos (including twilight), aerials, photos of amenities, and a video.
5. Don’t be afraid to spend a little money making the necessary repairs, updates and design touches beforehand — years of experience shows that sellers can pay 10-100x more $ in negotiations due to unknown concerns and buyers having to do the work themselves.

Our Favorite Local Events around Town this Week

1. Weekend Morning Farmers Markets: Seaside (Sat) & Rosemary (Sun)
2. Grayton Locals Market, 8am Thursday @ Hibiscus Cafe
3. 8th Annual Gathering in the Garden, 5pm Saturday @ Drive the Coast — Supporting BeGenerous (

Properties of the Month: (Click to See Details)

Local Highlight of the Month: 30A Blaze Bonfires

Live where you vacation, and vacation where you live.

#Live30A

Five Ways Buying your 30A Home Makes More Sense than You Think…

1. Long term equity: historically amazing long term hold.
2. Short term payoff: Let others pay your asset off slowly via vacation rentals, or apply the rental income to principal only to payoff your asset in 1/3 the time.
3. Save the $$ you typically spent on vacation renting each year by staying in your own home.
4. Gift vacations during the shoulder and “off” seasons to family, friends, clients, and colleagues — building relationships, and saving $$ on bonuses, gifts, etc.
5. Take advantage of multiple tax advantages to maximize owning a vacation rental property in the great state of Florida (next to the Gulf of America)

Ways to Enjoy 30A Like it’s 1970 (and really connect with family)

🌊 Take the long way on your beach cruiser
☀️ Pack a picnic instead of making reservations
🎶 Catch the sunset with good company and no plans
Pro tip: try going without your phone!🫣