Spring is one of the most desirable times to purchase a home, offering a wave of fresh inventory as buyers and sellers take advantage of temperate weather and family-friendly timing. The market comes alive this season, presenting more options and opportunities to find a property that aligns with your lifestyle. With closings often scheduled in late spring or early summer, buyers benefit from settling in before the next school year begins — and even have time for renovations before peak summer.
According to Zillow.com, the Florida housing market shows signs of moderation, with the average home value at $387,464, down 2.5% over the past year. Meanwhile, North Carolina’s market remains steady, with an average home value of $331,761, a modest 1.4% increase.
So, what do global real estate advisors at Premier Sotheby’s International Realty have to say about buying a springtime home?
Roberta Tengerdy, REALTOR®, notes Florida sellers are adjusting their expectations post-COVID boom, making it an opportune moment for buyers to make competitive, strategic offers.
Sellers are listening, she says. If a property makes sense, buyers should move forward.
Maura Barnes, REALTOR®, says spring may be the sweet spot for North Carolina homebuyers. With more inventory entering the market, buyers enjoy increased choices and negotiating power. Sellers are motivated, creating opportunities for concessions on price, repairs or even closing costs.
Barnes also says spring offers the advantage of beating the summer rush. Buyers can secure properties ahead of peak demand and enjoy smoother transitions, especially for families planning around the school calendar.
So, here are five exceptional listings, from Lake Mary, Fort Myers, Osprey and Brandon, FL, and Boone, N.C., that ideally capture the essence of luxury and seasonal opportunity this spring-like time of year.
452 Raccoon Street, Lake Mary, FL 32746 | Listed by Frederique Carre
On more than 1.3 private acres in a gated enclave, this five-bedroom, five-bath eye-catching residence combines beautiful acreage, desirable privacy and superior craftsmanship. Backing up to a protected nature preserve, this house delivers all the quality value, elevated living and suburban serenity a luxury homeowner would want.
12471 Vittoria Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912 | Listed by Brian Rigsby
This exquisite four-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is on an oversized private lot that offers breathtaking southern views of the lake and golf course in the Vittoria neighborhood of Renaissance. This private oasis excites with a wonderful pool and spa, two expansive covered seating areas, and a top-notch Arthur Hills championship golf course with available memberships.
1216 North Casey Key Road, Osprey, FL 34229 | Listed by Valerie Dall’Acqua
This classically designed estate with five beautiful bedrooms, two full and two half baths, can be found on the north end of Casey Key, a breathtaking location in Sarasota County. With over 8,000 square feet of well-designed space, this exclusive coastal home is crafted with luxury finishes and modern conveniences and built to showcase stunning water views.
4701 Rambling River Road, Brandon, FL 33511 | Listed by Paul DeSantis and Chris Curran
Looking for a refined and private living environment? Then you’ve found it with this five-bedroom, three-bath luxury residence on an acre lot in an exclusive community of only four homes. Outside features a 3,500-square-foot main-level deck with a sitting area, dock access with over 90 feet of frontage on the Alafia River, a wraparound balcony and an expansive sand garden with a water feature and firepit.
274 Shulls Mill Road, Boone, NC 28607 | Listed by Morgan Beck Herdklotz
This enchanting three-bedroom, 2.5-bath estate features breathtaking Grandfather Mountain views and over 1,500 feet of river frontage along the Watauga River. Whispering Waters, made up of a primary residence, a restored Shulls General Store and the original Shulls family homeplace, showcases unique architecture, well-thought-out design and boundless possibilities.
