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July 15, 2025

The 5-Year Rule for Home Prices | The Listing Team

The 5-Year Rule for Home Prices

📅 July 15, 2025 • 🕐 4 min read

When it comes to homeownership in South Florida properties, timing isn’t just everything — it’s a pattern. That’s where the 5-Year Rule comes into play. This real estate principle says that, historically, home prices tend to rise steadily over any five-year period, even in markets like Fort Lauderdale, Weston, Pembroke Pines, and Oakland Park.

📈 Why 5 Years Matters in Real Estate

If you're buying a home today, odds are in your favor that five years from now, your property will be worth more. That’s not a gamble — that’s data. Property values in Broward County have continued to appreciate thanks to population growth, limited housing inventory, and sustained buyer demand.

✅ Home prices increased over 46% from 2020 to 2025 in parts of Fort Lauderdale and Weston
✅ Even during downturns, long-term homeowners saw equity gains
✅ This rule supports smarter decisions on when to list your home or refinance

💡 What It Means for Buyers and Sellers

Sellers: If you're waiting for the perfect market peak to list — stop. You've likely already built significant equity. Get a free home valuation and see where you stand.

Buyers: The sooner you buy, the longer you ride the appreciation wave. Don’t time the market — time your life. Start searching homes today with our local property search tools.

🏡 Applying the Rule in Your Neighborhood

Whether you own in Weston, Pembroke Pines, or Oakland Park — or you're thinking about moving to Fort Lauderdale — we can break down real pricing trends for your street. It’s not just about averages; it’s about your actual zip code.

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