Q: Which Florida counties have sold the most houses so far in 2009?
Looking at Central Florida housing sales as reported in the MLS, the following 5 counties have reported the most home sales through the end of February 2009. Home sales reported include home and condos combined.
- Orange - 1389 - compared to 938 sold during the same time in 2008.
- Hillsborough - 1333 - compared to 1146 sold during the same time in 2008.
- Sarasota - 947 - compared to 834 sold during the same time in 2008.
- Polk - 733 - compared to 605 sold during the same time in 2008.
- Osceola 523 - compared to 258 sold during the same time in 2008.
The number of home sales have increased for the 5 counties listed over last year due in part to the lower home prices, REO and short sale properties that make up the current listing inventory.
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