Is Tampa a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Tampa is currently a buyer's market with 5.4 months of supply. 10.3% of homes sell above asking price, and 29% go pending within two weeks. The Ridley Sell Score for Tampa is 35/100 (Cooling), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Tampa?

The median home price in Tampa is $455,000, up 11% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $300. Homes sell in a median of 68 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 95.5%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Tampa, Florida?

On a $455,000 home in Tampa, a traditional listing agent charges around $13,650 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $36,400 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $12,651, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $10,151 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Tampa agent?

A traditional Tampa listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $13,650 on a $455,000 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $12,651–$10,151 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Tampa?

The median home in Tampa currently spends 68 days on the market before going under contract. 29% of homes go pending within two weeks. At a 95.5% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation. Only 34.1% of listings see a price drop, suggesting sellers can hold firm on pricing.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in Florida?

No. Florida does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $455,000 home, that could save you up to $10,151.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in Florida. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $13,650 commission.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Tampa, Florida?

The median home in Tampa sells for $455,000 with prices up 11% year-over-year. The average seller pays $13,650 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $10,151.

Tampa Real Estate Market Conditions — March 2026

35out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Cooling

35/100

The market is shifting — strategic pricing and presentation matter more.

What this means for sellers

The Tampa market is cooling, and sellers need to be strategic. Price drops are common, so pricing accurately from the start is critical. Invest in staging and professional photography to differentiate your listing. Flexibility on terms can make the difference in attracting serious buyers.

Inventory TightnessFavors buyers

5.4 months of supply — above the 5-month balanced threshold, giving buyers more options. Florida average is 8.2.

Price MomentumNeutral

Prices up 11% year-over-year — vs. -1.8% statewide.

Seller LeverageFavors buyers

Homes selling at 95.5% of asking — buyers are negotiating 4.5% below list. Florida average is 95.5%.

Bidding ActivityFavors buyers

10.3% of homes selling above list price — 41% above the Florida average of 7.3%.

Sale SpeedNeutral

68 median days on market — 17 days faster than the Florida average.

Market UrgencyNeutral

29% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 20.4% statewide.

Price StabilityFavors buyers

34.1% of listings have dropped their price — accurate initial pricing is critical. Florida average is 29.5%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$455,000

+11%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$300

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

95.5%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

5.4

Buyer’s market

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Somewhat Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

10.3%

Room to negotiate

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

34.1%

Pricing matters

Pending in 2 Weeks

Percentage of listings that went under contract within 14 days.

29%

Slower pace

12-Month Price Trend

$450,000 → $455,000

▲1.1%

$460K$440K$420K

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Data updated March 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Tampa?

The average Tampa homeowner saves $10,151 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $455,000 home.

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Your Tampa home value

$455,000

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$13,650

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Tampa?

The total cost to sell a house in Tampa in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $13,650 with a traditional 3% commission on a $455,000 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$13,650	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$12,7402.8% avg	$9,100~2% avg	$9,100~2% avg	$12,7402.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$6,825	$6,825	$6,825	$6,825
Total cost	$33,215	$19,424	$16,924	$19,565
Net proceeds	$421,785	$435,576	$438,076	$435,435
You save	—	$10,151	$12,651	$13,650No support