Orlando Trends & Statistics 2018-2019

In this section, you’ll learn about the top factors that make Orlando one of the strongest real estate markets of 2017, including job growth, population growth, and equity growth potential. Explore Orlando’s housing market, population, and employment trends in the tabs to learn more.

Data Sources:

• https://www.zillow.com/orlando-kissimmee-sanford-metro-fl_r394943/home-values/
• https://factfinder.census.gov/
• https://www.deptofnumbers.com/employment/florida/orlando/
• Real Wealth Network Affiliate Data

Orlando real estate prices are slightly less expensive than other U.S. markets today.

• In January 2018 the median price of 3 bedroom single family homes in the Orlando metro area was $201,000. This is slightly below than the national average of $202,000.
• Munharaunda umo nhengo dzeRWN dzinodyara mutengo wepakati wedzimba dzekurara dze3 yaive $156,000 muna Ndira 2018. Iyi i23% yakaderera pane avhareji yenyika ye202,000.
• This shows us that property values in Orlando are slightly less expensive than many other U.S. markets today; in the neighborhoods where RWN members invest it’s still possible to get great deals.

In some Orlando neighborhoods it’s possible to generate strong monthly income.

• In January 2018, the median monthly rent 3 bedroom homes in Orlando was $1,400, which is 0.70% of the purchase price of $201,000. This is just slightly below the national purchase-to-rent ratio of 0.71%.
• In the neighborhoods where RWN members invest the median monthly rent 3 bedroom homes was $1,300, which is 0.84% of the $156,000 purchase price.
• This shows us that it’s possible to generate strong monthly income in Orlando, especially in the neighborhoods where RWN members invest.
• Another important thing to consider: Orlando home prices are still below their pre-recession peak, which suggests that prices have not reached bubble levels and will continue to grow in the coming years. Given the growing population it’s likely that rents will continue to rise as well.

Orlando home values are appreciating at much faster than other U.S. cities.

• In January 2012, the median price of 3 bedroom homes in Orlando was $110,000. This means that, in the last 6 years (Jan 2012 to Jan 2018), 3 bedroom homes in Orlando have appreciated by over 66%. This is 61% higher than the national average of 41% during this period.
• This shows us that home values in Orlando are appreciating much more quickly than other markets across the nation today.

Orlando rents are also rising much faster than other cities.

• In January 2012, the median rent of 3 bedroom homes in Orlando was just under $1,400. This means that, in the last 6 years (Jan 2012 to Jan 2018), Orlando rents have appreciated by over 23% versus 17% nationwide.
• This shows us, home values and rents in Orlando are appreciating much more quickly than other markets across the nation today. Considering Orlando’s rapid population and job growth, it’s likely this trend will continue moving forward.

Orlando’s population has grown 227% faster than the national average since 2010.

• Since 2010 Orlando’s population has increased by more than 17%. During the same period the national population grew by only 5%.
• This shows us that Orlando’s population is growing 227% faster than the national average. This means that Orlando is experiencing population growth at a much faster rate than most other U.S. cities today.

Orlando is creating jobs at twice the rate of the national average.

• In the past year, the number of jobs in Orlando has grown by more than 4% versus the U.S. annual job growth rate of under 2%.
• This shows us that, in addition to rapid population growth, Orlando is also experiencing healthy job growth.
• Both of these factors combined should continue fueling demand for housing, which should keep sales elevated and drive further price gains in 2019 and beyond.
• In addition to low property taxes and insurance, there is no state income tax. Add warm weather and exceptional health care and you can see why so many companies are relocating to Orlando.

Orlando is Still Affordable & Cash is Flowing

• Munharaunda umo nhengo dzeRWN dzinodyara mutengo wepakati wedzimba dzekurara dze3 yaive $156,000 muna Ndira 2018. Iyi i23% yakaderera pane avhareji yenyika ye187,000.
• In the neighborhoods where RWN members invest the median monthly rent 3 bedroom homes was $1,300, which is 0.84% of the $156,000 purchase price.
• This shows us that property values in Orlando are more expensive than many other U.S. markets today, but in some neighborhoods it’s still possible to purchase affordable homes that’ll generate strong monthly cash flow.

Orlando Home Prices & Rents are Rising Quickly (with few signs of stopping)

• In the last 6 years (Jan 2012 to Jan 2018), 3 bedroom homes in Orlando have appreciated by over 66%. This is 61% higher than the national average of 41% during this period.
• During the same period, Orlando rents have appreciated by over 23% versus 17% nationwide.
• This shows us that home values and rents in Orlando are appreciating much more quickly than other markets across the nation today. Considering Orlando’s rapid population and job growth, it’s likely this trend will continue moving forward.

Orlando is Growing Rapidly

• Since 2010 Orlando’s population has increased by more than 17%. During the same period the national population grew by only 5%.
• This shows us that Orlando’s population is growing 227% faster than the national average. This means, Orlando is experiencing population growth at a much faster rate than most other U.S. cities today.

Orlando is creating tons of jobs.

• In the past year the number of jobs in Orlando has grown by more than 4% versus the U.S. annual job growth rate of under 2%.
• This shows us that, in addition to rapid population growth, Orlando is also experiencing healthy job growth. Both of these factors combined should continue fueling demand for housing, which should keep sales elevated and drive further price gains in 2019 and beyond.