4 Factors That Help Determine the Best Time To Sell

By Matty Miller

With a track record defined by precision and local expertise, Matty Miller is a cornerstone of the Jacksonville real estate market. Since 2017, Matty has successfully navigated over 200 real estate transactions, earning his Broker’s license in 2019 to provide a higher tier of service to his clients. Currently overseeing a single-family property portfolio valued at over $50 million, Matty specializes in the strategic management and acquisition of high-value assets across the First Coast. His approach combines deep market data with a boots-on-the-ground understanding of Jacksonville’s unique neighborhoods. Whether working with institutional investors or individual homeowners, Matty delivers the seasoned perspective required to maximize value in Florida's most dynamic coastal markets.

How to determine when it’s the best time for you to sell your house.

One question I get all the time is: When’s the best time to sell my home? That is kind of a loaded question, but there are a few factors that might help you make this decision. The truth is, there’s no one perfect time. If you Google this question, you might get a variety of answers, and that’s because things work differently in specific areas like Jacksonville than they do nationwide. To navigate all of this, you should consider these four factors: 

1. Seasons. Some areas of our country get extremely cold in the winter, so many people don’t like moving during that season. They have more of a seasonal market than we do. Our winter is milder, and I would say it’s a better time of year to move than in the heat of the summer. 

2. Schools. In a lot of areas, schools are the biggest driving factor. Many people want to move in the summer to make sure they get settled before their kids start school.

3. Neighborhoods. Certain areas have more people coming in and out all of the time, like Jacksonville. That is mainly because we have three naval bases within 35 miles, so that causes a lot of people to be moving consistently. Also, many people relocate for their jobs. 

4. The current state of the market. My last blog post was on the state of the market, so if you want more information on that, click here. The market is something you want to consider, but obviously, it’s something that’s not in our control. Still, you may want to consider interest rates and where they’re expected to go. 

Overall, the best time to sell your house is when it’s convenient for you and your family—the best time for your situation is the best time to sell. If you have any questions or want more information, feel free to reach out. You can call or email me anytime, and I would be happy to hear from you.