HOUSING

Stacker compiled a list of counties in Florida where homes typically sell below list price using data from Redfin.

A 7-acre island along Florida’s coast has a piratical history — and it’s now on the market for millions.

Orange County commissioners met Tuesday to discuss a possible challenge to the city of Orlando's plan to annex thousands of acres of land.

Stacker compiled a list of the most expensive homes in Orlando listed for sale on realtor.com.

Sanford, like much of Central Florida, has a critical deficit of affordable housing, but News 6 learned new units are starting to come online, and more are on the way.

Habitat for Humanity is rolling out a roof repair program to St. Cloud residents. The nonprofit will receive funding from the city that will allow it to fix between 17 and 19 residents' roofs for free.

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the The Villages metro area using data from Zillow.

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Ocala metro area using data from Zillow.

Central Florida’s numbers, while staggering, are actually an improvement from last year when Orlando had the second most severe shortages.

Hidden in one Central Florida neighborhood is an unusual-looking home: one that looks like a castle from the front.

Cities across Central Florida are booming with population growth and development, and DeLand is no exception.

The city of Orlando has approved moving forward with plans to buy properties in downtown that have sat vacant for years.

Orlando city commissioners voted to move forward with the annexation of more than 6,200 acres of southeastern Orange County.

It’s no surprise that Florida has become a popular state, with an influx of migration pushing up housing costs across the state. But some places are better than others.

Orange County and the city of Orlando appear to be at odds regarding a private land development worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

There’s an uptick in elderly people coming to a homeless shelter in Daytona Beach. Dr. Victoria Fahlberg, executive director of First Step Shelter, said she noticed the trend in December.

A Central Florida nonprofit owner just opened a transitional home in Pine Hills, working to be a beacon of hope for men experiencing homelessness.

A local couple says they lost thousands in a real estate scheme.

Applications are now open for the homeownership program through Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando and Osceola County.

Stacker examined data from Realtor.com's Cross-Market Demand Report to see where people in Ocala are looking to buy homes.

After a year of rising interest rates, low inventory and affordability issues, real estate experts predict the Orlando area housing market outlook will improve in 2024.

Thanks to federal spending and the state's popularity, there is a huge demand for housing in Florida — a surge that has driven up rental rates statewide.

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the fastest growing home prices in the The Villages, FL metro using data from Zillow.

Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is.

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Palm Bay metro area using data from Zillow.

A Central Florida Vietnam War veteran is struggling to find housing after one apartment complex told him he needed to make three times the monthly rent in income despite having a housing voucher.

Florida has jumped New York as the second-most valuable U.S. market, according to a report from Zillow.

If you live, work or visit Orlando's Parramore neighborhood, you will likely see multiple tents with homeless people lining the streets.

Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value.

Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers.

The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.

Ryan von Weller joins Justin Warmoth on "The Weekly."

On average, rents increased 5.45% over the last year, exceeding the inflation rate during the same time.

Out of the top 10 cities for first-time homebuyers in the country, five are found right here in the Sunshine State.

With as popular as Florida has become in recent years, migration to the Sunshine State has skyrocketed. So have prices.

Norman and Barbara Blodgett said they are in a race against the clock. Over the years, the bank of the retention pond behind their home has severely eroded, driving the pond dangerously close to their property.

The new Residential Tenancies law supersedes local regulations, bringing Florida's tenancy statutes into uniformity.

Rent prices have hiked across numerous states in the last few years and in Florida especially, according to analysis from experts at RubyHome Luxury Real Estate who reached their consensus after calculating percentage increases in average rental costs since 2020.

The combination of inflation and higher mortgage interest rates is making the American dream of homeownership nearly impossible for many in Florida to afford.

This week, leaders in the local religious community are coming together to address something that's become a big issue across Central Florida — homelessness.

The Florida Legislature is considering a bill that could give renters the option to pay a monthly fee instead of a larger security deposit upfront.

Liz Canet is a single mom of four boys, and even though she is a full-time worker, she has never been able to afford a home of her own.

The once white-hot housing market may finally be starting to cool, but it's not a buyers' market just yet.

News 6's Justin Warmoth speaks with Ryan Von Weller.

Seminole County Commission Chairman Amy Lockhart started the annual “State of the County” address by looking back at the past year, and the relationships and resources that brought hundreds of people to Lake Mary for the luncheon and event Monday.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Wednesday morning in Collier County to sign SB 102, the “Live Local Act.”

Orlando city officials launched an enhanced program this week that’s aimed at helping the homeless find resources they need.

The housing crisis across Central Florida appears to only be getting worse and residents tell us in many ways it’s impacting their mental health.

A senior Valentine’s Day prom is bringing joy, laughs and a good time to a community that sometimes might be forgotten.

With rent prices soaring across the state, the city of Sanford is looking at ways to help families struggling to find housing options stay afloat.

Residents in the Lark Killarney area of Orange County said they’ve seen an increase in the coyote population in their area, sparking concerns among neighbors.

Orange County planners outlined a variety of strategies Tuesday for county commissioners to consider as the board searches for answers to boost lagging home construction, considered to be at the root of the region’s deepening housing crisis.

Amber Johnston has a place to call home for now, while she works to pick up the pieces — and it's all thanks to kind hearts in the community who saw her heartbreaking story.

Commissioners in Osceola County tabled an ordinance calling for a tenant’s bill of rights and a flood disclosure requirement Monday, a move which cheered realtors.

This week, New Smyrna Beach Zone 2 commissioner Lisa Martin held community listening sessions for residents to ask questions and express concerns after Hurricane Ian and Nicole.

A judge said the City of Apopka violated Florida law and ruled in favor of a developer who wants to build affordable housing units at the new City Center.

Florida will have an estimated 2,500 to 3,000 travel trailers available for families in need of short term shelter, the state says.

If you've wanted to buy a home but have been priced out of the housing market, the pendulum between a seller's and a buyer's market may be swinging in your favor.

Residents of Cypress Landing Apartments in Orlando were able to meet in person with a FEMA representative at Oak Ridge High School on Wednesday.

The housing market was red-hot earlier this year, though it's begun to cool down as interest rates skyrocket.

A woman was arrested in August after Ocoee police said she tried to fraudulently rent out rooms in Ocoee properties.

An unfinished condominium tower foundation near Oakridge Boulevard is decaying, and neighbors are calling it a major eyesore. Daytona Beach city leaders also called it dangerous.

As demand for housing across Central Florida continues to boom, one local city is pausing plans for construction of new subdivisions as leaders revamp zoning codes.

Residents in a DeLand mobile home park are scrambling to figure out how to keep their homes with just a month until their rent goes up beyond many of their means.

Orlando city officials are working to bring a seven-year vision to life to advance Downtown Orlando.

Several Florida realty companies filed a lawsuit Monday over a rent control proposal introduced by Orange County commissioners earlier this month, according to an affidavit.

Many Floridians agree that affordable housing is a top issue, but what's difficult to agree on is how to address it. For example, in Orange County, the board voted Tuesday to put a rent control proposal in the hands of voters.

The rent stabilization ordinance, passed by the Orange County commission Wednesday in a close 4-3 vote, now heads to the Supervisor of Elections to be placed on the ballot in November.

The Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday evening to put a rent control plan on the ballot for a public vote in November.

A development proposal from Kimco Realty could mean more housing for Orlando residents — but fewer retail shops nearby.

Democratic Sen. Randolph Bracy, who is running for U.S. House District 10, will host a roundtable discussion Friday with landlords and renters about skyrocketing rent costs amid Central Florida's housing crisis.

As Central Florida continues to grow, some local leaders have said there's land that should not be developed. Seminole County commissioners are considering two proposals to conserve natural lands.

Commissioners in Orange County approved a new ordinance Tuesday that requires landlords to give written notice for rent hikes over a certain amount.

Orange County leaders are discussing a controversial plan to put government rent control in place.

As Central Florida rent prices soar above the rate of inflation, some tenants are searching for a solution to renewal notice sticker shock.

The once-hot housing market is beginning to cool down, but experts said homebuyers are canceling pending contracts at the highest rate since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Orange County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program will stop accepting applicants Friday.

Real estate experts in Florida weigh in on whether it’s a worthy investment to purchase land, and assess the overall real estate climate at the moment.

Despite Central Florida’s booming population, a billion-dollar development proposed for an Orlando community is facing backlash.

The Orange County board came out of Thursday’s special session with a consensus on a notice ordinance and tenants bill of rights — but agreed more research and further discussion needs to be had about a rent stabilization ordinance.

The city of Orlando is set to consider development plans for a new mixed-use skyscraper near downtown Orlando Tuesday morning.

Homes hit the Orlando real estate market in May faster than they ever have before, and what they sold for rose the median home price by almost 3% in the area, according to data compiled by the Orlando Regional REALTOR Association.

Sen. Linda Stewart, D-Orlando, called for an immediate moratorium on the Florida gas tax Friday, calling for Gov. Ron DeSantis to take action and provide “immediate fuel price relief” for Florida residents.

A report from outside consultants appointed by Orange County Commissioners, suggests that legislation to control rent prices locally may do more harm than good.

A business in Kissimmee is on a mission to help Hispanic residents in Central Florida purchase homes and educate home buyers and realtors about the process toward homeownership.

Mark Vangroff, managing partner of One Stop Housing, plans to address the housing crisis in Orlando.

City commissioners in DeLand have been searching for ways to help residents get affordable housing. During their next meeting, they will vote on a proposed ordinance to loosen developing regulations to hopefully bring in more housing options.

The Heart of Florida United Way recently said their 2-1-1 crisis hotline has seen an uptick in the number of working families that can’t keep up with their rent or mortgage payments.

Community leaders in Osceola County are announcing a life-changing new program designed to help families purchase their first home.

Rent increases may have hit their peak, according to a new forecast from the Apartment Association of Greater Orlando.

Investment firms are purchasing thousands of single-family homes around the U.S. and in Central Florida, which has made it harder for local buyers to close on homes.

On this latest episode of “You Have Real Estate” with Attorney Justin Clark, Orlando-area Realtors Rose Kemp and Eric Mock discussed what those higher interest rates are doing to the market.

Walt Disney World is planning to bring over 1,300 units to Central Florida with a new affordable housing development near its theme parks.

A new report from Inspection Service Network, which provides property inspection software services, puts Orlando in the top 20 most female homebuyers in the United States, along with Miami, Tampa.

More than 1,000 people were expected to attend Monday night’s F.A.I.T.H Action Assembly, an annual meeting with its members from 30 congregations.

Lawmakers claim new legislation that just passed will offer homeowners relief, but some consumers like Susie Blanchard say the law is lip service at best.

Economic analysts call it the perfect storm for renters in Orlando and across the nation.

To qualify, you must live in the city limits of Orlando, you must have been impacted by COVID-19 financially. You also must be behind on rent or facing eviction because of late rent payments.

On the latest episode of “You Have Real Estate” with Attorney Justin Clark, local realtors Vivian Lehman and Karen Arubtine offer insight to key questions buyers and sellers have as the market for 2022 takes shape.