Our brokerage is watching a Marco Island market where inventory continues to shrink even as sales activity strengthens. According to the August 2026 Marco Island Area Association of REALTORS® report, total inventory fell 34% compared to August 2025, landing at 378 active listings. Homes were down 35%, condos down 29%, and lots down 49%.
Even with fewer choices, buyers stayed active. Properties Sold rose 26% overall to 68 transactions. Condo sales led the way, up 58% to 38 closings, while home sales rose 8% to 26 closings. Lot sales were the exception, down 33% to 4 closings.
Properties also sold faster overall, with Average Days on Market dropping 43% to 77 days. Lots sold 70% faster, homes moved 49% faster, and condos were roughly flat, down just 4%.
Total sales volume reached $95 million, a 17% increase. Condo volume jumped 162% to $37 million, while home volume declined 12% to $55 million and lot volume fell 75% to $3 million.
Median sale prices moved in different directions across property types. Home values fell 16% to $1.6 million, while condos climbed 26% to $663,000 and lots dropped 72% to $503,000.
For sellers, tighter inventory paired with faster sale times reflects a market that stayed active in August. For buyers, condos and lots present shifting price points worth watching closely. Whether you work with a realtor, agent, or Downing-Frye associate, staying on top of these local shifts helps clients make confident decisions.
Interested in learning more? Contact one of Downing-Frye Realty, Inc.’s experienced associates for expert guidance.
