West Palm Beach September 2026 Market Report

The West Palm Beach September 2026 housing market report shows an active market with steady sales volume and substantial buyer choice. Sold listings totaled 220, pending listings reached 223, and active inventory stood at 1,752 at the end of the month, compared with 207 sold, 262 pending, and 1,746 active listings in August 2026.

Sales pace picked up modestly month over month, while the pending pipeline eased and inventory held essentially flat. The most recent published comparison figures, from the August 2026 West Palm Beach market report, show an absorption rate of 6.27 months, down from 9.35 months a year earlier, and a median sale price of $332,500, down 3.1% year over year. Full September summary statistics, including median and average prices, days on market, and the absorption rate, were not available at publication.

I am Rhonda Townsend with 1st Real Estate Solution Inc. After more than 12 years of helping buyers and sellers throughout Palm Beach County, including West Palm Beach, I know that city-level data tells a more useful story than countywide averages alone. This report covers the September 2026 headline numbers, the month-over-month comparison with August, and what they may mean for your next move.

What Are the Key West Palm Beach Housing Market Numbers for September 2026?

Here is a snapshot of the West Palm Beach housing market at the end of September 2026, straight from the Beaches MLS market summary.

These numbers reflect completed transactions and active inventory for the full month of September 2026. Pending listings at 223 point to a steady pipeline of closings in the weeks ahead, and with 1,752 active listings, buyers have substantial choice across West Palm Beach's neighborhoods, from downtown waterfront condos to suburban family communities.

Full September summary statistics, including the median and average sale price, median and average list price, days on market, and the absorption rate, were not available at publication. The August 2026 figures below, drawn from the site's existing West Palm Beach market report, provide the most recent published context.

How Did West Palm Beach Compare to August 2026?

Comparing September's headline counts with the published August 2026 figures shows where the market moved month over month. Scroll the table sideways on smaller screens to see all columns.

The clearest month-over-month move is in the pending pipeline, which eased from 262 to 223. That is not a sign of weakness: pending listings reflect homes under contract at a point in time, and the September number still points to a healthy flow of closings ahead. Sold listings rose from 207 to 220, a modest pickup in completed transactions, while active inventory was essentially flat at 1,752.

For year-over-year context, the most recent published comparison comes from the August 2026 report, which showed the absorption rate at 6.27 months versus 9.35 months in August 2025, a meaningful tightening in how quickly inventory is being absorbed. The August median sale price of $332,500 was down 3.1% year over year, while the July 2026 median sale price of $424,900 was up 18.03% year over year, so monthly price medians have moved around this year. September price and market-time figures were not available at publication.

What Do These Numbers Mean for West Palm Beach Buyers?

For buyers, the September numbers are encouraging in one important way: choice. With 1,752 active listings, inventory is holding at a level that gives you room to compare homes across West Palm Beach's neighborhoods and price ranges without the urgency of a tight seller's market. The pickup in sold listings, from 207 to 220, also tells you that reasonably priced, well-presented homes continue to move, so being pre-approved and ready to act remains the best strategy.

On price, the most recent published figures are mixed. The August median sale price of $332,500 was down 3.1% year over year, while the July median of $424,900 was up 18.03%, and the average sale price has been lifted by waterfront and higher-end transactions. That spread is a reminder to evaluate each property on its own features and condition rather than relying on a single citywide median. You can see what is currently available on my search homes page, and my West Palm Beach community guide covers the neighborhoods and lifestyle considerations that matter when choosing where to buy. If you are new to the area, my buying guide walks through the rest of the process step by step.

What Do These Numbers Mean for West Palm Beach Sellers?

For sellers, the September report is a story of steady, not frantic, demand. Sold listings rose to 220, the second consecutive month above 200 closings, and the August absorption rate of 6.27 months, down from 9.35 a year earlier, tells you inventory is being absorbed at a healthier pace than it was in 2025. At the same time, 1,752 active listings means buyers can compare, so pricing realistically and preparing your home well matter more than ever.

With pending listings easing from 262 to 223, expect competition for buyer attention to stay meaningful, especially in more moderately priced bands where inventory is deepest. My selling guide covers pricing, marketing, and preparation, and if you are selling and buying at the same time, my sell-and-buy guide lays out the order of operations. The market report page keeps the latest numbers for West Palm Beach and the surrounding communities in one place.

Keep Up with the Latest West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County Market Reports

Market conditions shift month to month, so I publish regular updates for the communities I serve. Recent reports include the Wellington September 2026 market report, the Lake Clarke Shores September 2026 report, the Port St. Lucie September 2026 report, the Palm Beach County August 2026 market report, and the West Palm Beach August 2026 report. You can browse all of them from the market report page or the full articles page.

If you would like a personalized take on how these numbers apply to your West Palm Beach neighborhood, price range, or timeline, I am happy to help. No pressure, just a clear plan for your next move.

Data cited in this article comes from the Beaches MLS Market Summary for West Palm Beach. September 2026 sold, pending, and active figures are as reported at publication; comparison figures for August 2026 are drawn from the site's published August 2026 West Palm Beach market report. Figures reflect residential market activity for the month unless noted, and are subject to revision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes sold in West Palm Beach in September 2026?

Sold listings totaled 220 in West Palm Beach in September 2026, up from 207 in August 2026. Pending listings reached 223 at the end of the month, pointing to a steady pipeline of closings in the weeks ahead.

How many homes are currently for sale in West Palm Beach?

Active listings stood at 1,752 at the end of September 2026, essentially flat from 1,746 in August 2026. With more than 1,700 homes on the market, buyers have substantial choice across West Palm Beach's neighborhoods, price ranges, and property types.

How does this compare to last month?

Sales rose from 207 sold listings in August to 220 in September, while pending listings fell from 262 to 223 and active inventory was roughly unchanged at 1,752 versus 1,746. In short, closings picked up modestly, the pending pipeline eased, and inventory held steady.

What price range can buyers expect in West Palm Beach?

September price figures were not available at publication. The most recent published numbers are for August 2026, when the median sale price was $332,500, down 3.1% year over year, the median list price was $315,000, and the average sale price was $582,009. In July 2026 the median sale price was $424,900, up 18.03% year over year, so monthly medians have moved around this year and vary by neighborhood and price band.

How long does it take to sell a home in West Palm Beach?

The most recent published market-time figures are for August 2026, when the median days on market was 54 days and the average was 85 days. In July 2026 the median was 44 days. September days-on-market figures were not available at publication, but well-priced, well-presented homes have consistently sold faster than the citywide averages.

Sources

Sources referenced in this article:

• • Beaches MLS — Market data source