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In West Palm Beach, homes took a median of 87 days to sell over the past 90 days, with about 6% selling within 30 days and roughly 14.7 months of supply (Opendoor market data, May 2026). The median sale price is about $430,000. Florida closes through a title company (no attorney required) and has no state income tax; sellers customarily pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed (about 0.7%). The main cost comparison is Opendoor's service fee versus agent commissions (5-6%), carrying costs during the listing period, and the uncertainty of a financing-contingent sale.
Selling another Florida home, or just over the state line? Opendoor buys homes across the region:
Florida cities
- Brandon
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- Lakeland
- Largo
- Miami
- Miramar
- Orlando
- Tampa
Nearby states
- Alabama
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West Palm Beach sellers typically need: the statutory flood disclosure required since October 1, 2024 (Florida Statutes Section 689.302), a seller's property disclosure covering known material defects (the Johnson v. Davis common-law duty), your current deed, the most recent mortgage payoff statement, HOA or condo documents and estoppel where applicable, and the title commitment your title company prepares. Florida closes through a title company, which runs the title search, issues title insurance, prepares the settlement statement, and records the deed. See our guide on how to sell your house fast for the full checklist.
Florida has no state income tax, but sellers customarily pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed - 70 cents per $100 of the sale price (about 0.7%) under Florida Statutes Section 201.02 - plus agent commissions, title and closing fees, and prorated property taxes (Florida property taxes are paid in arrears).
Total seller closing costs in West Palm Beach typically run 7-9% of the sale price: agent commissions (5-6%), the documentary stamp tax (~0.7%), title and settlement fees (~1%), recording fees, and prorated property taxes. On the current $430,000 median sale price, total seller costs commonly land around $30,100-$38,700. Use Opendoor's home sale calculator to estimate your specific net proceeds.
Net proceeds are what you keep after every cost is subtracted. The formula is:
Net proceeds = sale price - mortgage payoff - closing costs - commissions - repairs/concessions
Using West Palm Beach's $430,000 median sale price as an example: if you owe $237,000 on your mortgage, pay 5.5% agent commissions ($23,650), the documentary stamp tax (~$3,010), title and settlement fees (~$4,300), prorated property taxes (~$2,150), and minor concessions ($1,000), your estimated net proceeds would be approximately $158,890. Florida has no state income tax, so there is no state tax on your gain. Use our home sale calculator to run your own numbers.
West Palm Beach has an active cash buyer market across Florida, driven by relocation and retiree demand, investor activity, and homeowners who need to move on a fixed timeline. The difference between Opendoor and a typical 'We Buy Houses' investor is the offer itself: investors often target 50-70% of market value, while Opendoor aims for a competitive, data-driven offer much closer to market value, with the adjustments itemized so you see exactly what changed.
With West Palm Beach homes taking a median of 87 days to sell and only about 6% selling within 30 days, an Opendoor cash offer gives you a defined net proceeds figure from day one, with a flexible 21 to 60+ day close. No listings, no showings, and no financing contingencies. Sell your West Palm Beach house fast for cash on your schedule.
Selling a home in West Palm Beach involves Florida-specific steps including the Section 689.302 flood disclosure, the Johnson v. Davis duty to disclose known defects, and a title-company closing, in a market where the typical home takes about 2.9 months to sell. Opendoor simplifies the process - receive a cash offer, choose your closing date, and Opendoor coordinates the title and closing details. No listings, no showings, no uncertainty.
West Palm Beach market at a glance (Opendoor market data, May 2026): Median sale price $430,000 | YoY change: +0.0% | Median days on market: 87 | Months of supply: ~14.7 | Sale-to-list: 95.9%.
Over the trailing 28 days, West Palm Beach saw about 441 new listings, 288 homes sold, and 92 delistings, with roughly 4,840 homes active on the market. Of homes that sold in the last 90 days, about 2.0% closed within 7 days, 2.7% within 14 days, and 6% within 30 days, with a median of 87 days.
Figures are computed from Opendoor's first-party MLS data for homes in West Palm Beach, Florida, as of May 2026.
From Opendoor first-party MLS data for West Palm Beach, FL (through May 2026). Month-over-month (MoM) change is calculated on the median sale price.
| Month | Homes sold | Median sale price | MoM change | Median days on market | Sale-to-list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 342 | $452,500 | — | 81 | 96.3% |
| Jun 2025 | 295 | $410,000 | -9.4% | 84 | 96.3% |
| Jul 2025 | 303 | $405,000 | -1.2% | 91 | 96.3% |
| Aug 2025 | 266 | $394,000 | -2.7% | 92 | 95.6% |
| Sep 2025 | 319 | $408,000 | +3.6% | 96 | 95.6% |
| Oct 2025 | 319 | $425,000 | +4.2% | 91 | 96.4% |
| Nov 2025 | 259 | $399,900 | -5.9% | 85 | 96.4% |
| Dec 2025 | 345 | $410,000 | +2.5% | 83 | 95.8% |
| Jan 2026 | 242 | $438,750 | +7.0% | 99 | 95.8% |
| Feb 2026 | 223 | $420,000 | -4.3% | 97 | 96.1% |
| Mar 2026 | 140 | $412,500 | -1.8% | 73 | 96.4% |
| Apr 2026 | 367 | $420,000 | +1.8% | 84 | 96.0% |
| May 2026 | 344 | $447,500 | +6.5% | 89 | 95.9% |
Median days on market and sale price by West Palm Beach ZIP code, Opendoor MLS data (last 6 months, ZIP codes with 25+ closed sales), sorted fastest first.
| ZIP code | Median days on market | Median sale price | Homes sold (6 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33413 | 62 | $475,000 | 37 |
| 33405 | 72 | $1,240,000 | 158 |
| 33403 | 72 | $425,000 | 59 |
| 33410 | 76 | $1,100,000 | 39 |
| 33409 | 78 | $329,875 | 102 |
| 33407 | 81 | $350,000 | 127 |
| 33406 | 84 | $400,000 | 101 |
| 33415 | 92 | $239,900 | 149 |
| 33411 | 93 | $440,000 | 229 |
| 33412 | 94 | $702,500 | 96 |
| 33417 | 97 | $130,000 | 205 |
| 33401 | 106 | $575,000 | 240 |
New listings versus homes sold each month, Opendoor MLS data for West Palm Beach through May 2026. A sold-to-new ratio below 100% means inventory is building.
| Month | New listings | Homes sold | Sold-to-new ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 891 | 342 | 38% |
| Jun 2025 | 952 | 295 | 31% |
| Jul 2025 | 884 | 303 | 34% |
| Aug 2025 | 936 | 266 | 28% |
| Sep 2025 | 961 | 319 | 33% |
| Oct 2025 | 1,118 | 319 | 29% |
| Nov 2025 | 922 | 259 | 28% |
| Dec 2025 | 775 | 345 | 45% |
| Jan 2026 | 1,163 | 242 | 21% |
| Feb 2026 | 1,048 | 223 | 21% |
| Mar 2026 | 726 | 140 | 19% |
| Apr 2026 | 604 | 367 | 61% |
| May 2026 | 587 | 344 | 59% |
West Palm Beach is the seat of Palm Beach County on Florida's Atlantic coast, with a population of about 117,000 (2020 Census). Its economy spans finance and media (headquarters including Affiliated Managers Group, Ocwen, and The Palm Beach Post) and a regional aerospace and defense base (Pratt & Whitney, Aerojet Rocketdyne, Sikorsky), with downtown anchored by Clematis Street and CityPlace. As an Atlantic coastal city, it faces real hurricane and flood risk. Florida's lack of a state income tax supports both buyer demand and seller net proceeds.
West Palm Beach sellers face a market that rewards pricing discipline: a median 87 days on market and about 14.7 months of supply mean buyers have negotiating room, and roughly 35% of listings end up cutting price. Demand fundamentals stay solid - Florida in-migration, retiree demand, and no state income tax - but insurance and disclosure (flood, condition) matter more than ever. For sellers who value certainty over chasing the highest possible price, a direct cash sale to Opendoor provides a defined net proceeds figure from day one without the multi-month timeline of a traditional listing.
Winter and spring typically bring the most buyers in West Palm Beach, including out-of-state and seasonal buyers, but with about 14.7 months of supply, pricing matters more than timing. Opendoor buys year-round with no seasonal adjustment. Learn more about the best time to sell a house.
West Palm Beach homes took a median of 87 days to sell over the past 90 days, and only about 6% sold within 30 days (Opendoor market data, May 2026), plus roughly two to four weeks to close. With Opendoor you receive a cash offer within 24 hours and can close in as little as 21 days. Learn more about how long it takes to sell a house.
Price at current closed comparable sales from day one. With a median 87 days on market and about 35% of listings cutting price, overpriced homes lose momentum quickly. See our guide on how to sell your house fast, or get an Opendoor cash offer to skip the listing process.
West Palm Beach sellers typically pay 7-9% of the sale price: agent commissions (5-6%), the documentary stamp tax on the deed (~0.7%), title and settlement fees (~1%), recording fees, and prorated property taxes. On the $430,000 median that is roughly $30,100-$38,700. The Florida Department of Revenue explains the documentary stamp tax. See our guide on how much it costs to sell a house.
Florida is not an attorney-required closing state. Under Florida Statutes Section 627.7711, a licensed title company can handle closing, title insurance, and disbursement. Opendoor coordinates the title and closing process on every West Palm Beach transaction.
Since October 1, 2024, Florida sellers must give buyers a flood disclosure at or before signing the contract under Florida Statutes Section 689.302. Separately, the Johnson v. Davis rule requires sellers to disclose known material defects that are not readily observable. You must disclose known issues, but you are not required to make repairs before selling.
Yes. For sale by owner is legal in Florida, and because the state closes through a title company rather than a required attorney, the title company handles the legal mechanics of closing and recording. Opendoor is a direct buyer, so there is no listing agent at all. See our guide on selling without a realtor.
Florida has no state personal income tax, so there is no state tax on your sale gain. The Florida Department of Revenue lists the state's taxes. You will customarily pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed (~0.7%), and federal capital gains tax may apply, though the IRS lets many sellers exclude up to $250,000 of gain ($500,000 if married filing jointly) on a primary residence; see IRS Topic 701.
Florida property taxes are paid in arrears and are prorated between buyer and seller at closing based on your closing date; homesteaded property benefits from the Homestead Exemption and the Save Our Homes assessment cap. The Florida Department of Revenue explains property tax for taxpayers. Your title company calculates the proration on the settlement statement.
West Palm Beach's median sale price is about $430,000 as of May 2026, essentially flat year over year, with homes closing near 95.9% of list. See our guide on factors that influence home value.
With about 14.7 months of supply and a median 87 days on market, West Palm Beach favors prepared, well-priced sellers; overpriced listings sit and many cut price. If you need certainty on timing or net proceeds, an Opendoor cash offer removes market-timing risk. Learn more about the best time to sell a house.
Listing with an agent can bring the highest headline price but, in West Palm Beach, means a median 87 days on market plus closing time, 5-6% commissions, prep and showings. A We Buy Houses investor closes fast but often offers 50-70% of market value. Opendoor sits in between: a competitive cash offer much closer to market value, a 24-hour offer, and a close date you choose. Compare net proceeds, not just headline price. See our comparison guide.
Beyond commissions, Florida sellers often overlook the documentary stamp tax, title and settlement fees, prorated property taxes, rising homeowner's and flood insurance, repair credits after inspection, and carrying costs during a multi-month sale. See our guide on hidden fees when selling a house, and use our home sale calculator.
Yes. Florida sellers must still disclose known material defects (the Johnson v. Davis duty) and provide the Section 689.302 flood disclosure, but you are not required to make repairs before selling. Opendoor purchases homes as-is, with condition-related adjustments itemized in the offer. Learn more about how to sell your house for the most money.
Yes. West Palm Beach sits on the Atlantic coast, with hurricane and flood exposure dating back to the 1928 Okeechobee hurricane. Since October 1, 2024, Florida's flood disclosure law (Florida Statutes Section 689.302) requires you to tell buyers about known flooding and flood-insurance claims, and you must disclose known damage, but you are not required to repair it. Opendoor buys as-is and itemizes any condition-related adjustments.
Yes. Florida uses a judicial foreclosure process that runs through the courts and can take many months, so a fast cash sale can let you close and pay off the loan before the case concludes. Opendoor can close in as little as 21 days. Learn more about how to sell your house fast.
Yes, once the estate has legal authority to convey the property through Florida probate (or summary administration where it applies). Opendoor buys inherited homes as-is, so you can skip repairs and clean-out. See what a cash offer means.
Yes. In Florida an existing lease generally transfers with the property, and the tenant's rights under that lease continue after the sale. A cash sale can be simpler than listing a tenant-occupied home. Learn more about selling your house for fast cash.