Market data moves. Market conditions change. These counts are from Flexmls on October 22, 2026 for Wellington single-family homes. Call Brian at 561-201-4717 for a fresh count.
Is the Wellington FL real estate market still competitive? It depends on the price tag. As of October 22, 2026, Flexmls shows 289 active single-family homes in Wellington and 174 closed sales in the last 90 days. That works out to about 5.0 months of supply for the whole city, which sounds balanced. It hides a split: homes under $700,000 are moving fast, and homes over $1.5 million are sitting.
Wellington home sales by price band
- Under $700,000: 51 active, 76 closed in 90 days, about 2.0 months of supply.
- $700,000 to $1.5 million: 108 active, 72 closed, about 4.5 months of supply.
- $1.5 million and up: 130 active, 26 closed, about 15.0 months of supply.
- 81 of the 174 closed sales (47 percent) sold with 30 or fewer days on market.
- Active asking prices run from $450,000 up to $52,250,000, so the top of the range is a different market than the middle.
Active counts are as of today. Months of supply is active homes divided by closed sales per month, so it is our math on Flexmls numbers.
What to watch out for if you are buying under $700,000
You are not the only buyer who saw the listing this weekend. About 25 of these homes close every month, and 51 are on the market. A few things keep you from losing a house you like.
- Get a real pre-approval, not a pre-qualification, before you tour. Ask the lender to confirm it in writing.
- Know your non-negotiables before you walk in: HOA or no HOA, roof age, flood zone, and insurance quote. Get the insurance quote on the specific address before you offer.
- Plan the inspection. A full professional home inspection belongs on every purchase. A shorter inspection window can help your offer, but never waive the inspection just to win.
- Look at the last few comparable sales, not the list price. Two houses on the same street can sell for very different numbers.
We put all of this into The Wilder Way Home, a free buyer guide with the checklist we use with our own clients.
What to watch out for if you are buying above $1.5 million
The other end of the market runs on a different clock. With 130 homes active and 26 sold in 90 days, you usually have time. Use it. Order a survey and a full inspection, check the flood zone and insurance quote, and ask what the seller paid and when. Pricing at this level is set by one or two comparable sales, so the quality of those comparables decides whether an offer is fair.
Selling in Wellington: your price band sets your timeline
If you are selling under $700,000 and the home is priced where recent sales say it should be, the numbers are on your side. If you are selling above $1.5 million, plan for a longer marketing period and price against sold homes, not against other asking prices. Sellers who list on hope and drop the price in month three usually net less than sellers who price right in week one.
Compare Wellington neighborhoods before you pick a price band
The numbers above cover all of Wellington. Neighborhood matters more than the city average. See all Wellington homes for sale (palmbeachcountyhomeforsale.com/wellington). For two very different options, read our guide to Sugar Pond Manor (palmbeachcountyhomeforsale.com/blog/sugar-pond-manor-wellington-established-no-hoa-community-buyer-guide) and our guide to Sterling Shores (palmbeachcountyhomeforsale.com/blog/sterling-shores-wellington-fl-gated-community).
Selling your current home too?
Most buyers have a home to sell first. We can plan both moves together so you are not stuck owning two houses or renting in between. Start with what yours is worth: What's My Home Worth? (palmbeachcountyhomeforsale.com/cma/property-valuation) Then grab the seller guide.
Is Wellington a buyer's market or a seller's market right now?
It is both, depending on price. Under $700,000 there are about 2.0 months of supply, which favors sellers. Above $1.5 million there are about 15.0 months, which favors buyers. Source: Flexmls, pulled October 22, 2026.
How long do homes take to sell in Wellington?
Of the 174 single-family homes that closed in the last 90 days, 81 had 30 or fewer days on market. The rest took longer. Your own timeline depends mostly on price band and condition.
Do I need a pre-approval to make an offer in Wellington?
Yes, and get it before you tour. A written pre-approval from a lender tells the seller you can close. The full checklist is in The Wilder Way Home, free at the buyer guide page.
How many homes are for sale in Wellington right now?
On October 22, 2026, Flexmls showed 289 active single-family homes in Wellington. That number changes daily, so call Brian at 561-201-4717 for a fresh count.
When should a Wellington homeowner list their home?
List when your price, condition and plan line up, not when a headline says the market is hot. Start with a free value estimate on our home valuation page and we will map the timing together.
Is it a good time to sell a Wellington home above $1.5 million?
You can sell, but plan for a longer timeline. Flexmls shows 130 active and 26 closed in 90 days in that band. Pricing against sold homes is the single biggest factor.
Questions about Wellington FL Real Estate Market? Tell us your price range and what you need, and we will send what fits.
Call or text Brian Wilder: 561-201-4717. Lucy Lopez: 561-285-8809. Keller Williams Realty.
Wilder Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty
Brian Wilder 561-201-4717
Lucy Lopez 561-285-8809
Fifth-generation Palm Beach County resident, second-generation agent, licensed since 1998. Over 1,500 clients served in over 28 years.
Email Brian@WilderREG.com
Sources: Flexmls (BeachesMLS) and the official city, county, school district and builder sources named in the text, checked on the dates shown (October 22, 2026). Figures current as of those dates. Double-check the listing you are interested in.