Fort Lauderdale Real Estate Market Snapshot

September's numbers for Fort Lauderdale, at a glance:

• Median sale price: $615,000

• Average days on market: 42

• Sale price vs. list price: 97% of asking

• Months of inventory: 6.1

With 6.1 months of inventory, buyers have more choice and more negotiating room than they've had in years — and homes that are priced right and presented well are still the ones that move in 42 days instead of sitting. If you're thinking of selling, start with what your home is worth today; if you're buying, this is the kind of market where a good agent earns their keep.