International buyers remained highly active in Florida's housing market during the first quarter of 2026, reinforcing the state's position as one of the most sought-after destinations for global real estate investment.
According to new Realtor.com data, Florida dominated international home-shopping activity, with
Miami,
Orlando, and
Tampa ranking among the five most-viewed U.S. housing markets by overseas buyers.
Miami continued to lead the nation, accounting for 10.3% of all international property views on Realtor.com. Orlando ranked fourth with 3% of international traffic, while Tampa secured the fifth spot with 2.8%.
Demand from Canadian buyers is also increasing across several Florida markets, particularly in Cape Coral, Naples, and North Port, highlighting continued confidence in Florida's lifestyle, economic opportunities, and long-term investment potential.
As international interest continues to grow, Florida remains a premier destination for buyers seeking vacation homes, investment properties, relocation opportunities, and second residences in the United States.
International demand for U.S. real estate continues to strengthen, with overseas home-shopping activity surpassing pre-pandemic levels. According to Realtor.com, international buyers accounted for 1.6% of all site traffic during the first quarter of 2026, up from 1.2% in the first quarter of 2020.
Florida remains one of the biggest beneficiaries of this growing demand. The state's favorable tax environment, year-round warm climate, strong economy, and well-established international communities continue to attract buyers from around the world seeking primary residences, vacation homes, and investment opportunities.
Canadian buyers remain the largest source of international interest, representing 37.8% of all international traffic on Realtor.com during the first quarter of 2026. Several Florida markets experienced particularly strong demand from Canadian home shoppers:
• Cape Coral: 71.0% of international demand originated from Canada, an increase of 9.2 percentage points year over year.
• Naples: 70.9% of international demand came from Canadian buyers, up 8.8 percentage points.
• North Port: Canadians accounted for 66.2% of international interest, increasing 6.6 percentage points from last year.
• Tampa: Canadian buyers represented 58.8% of international demand, up 4.6 percentage points year over year.
Beyond Canada, international interest in U.S. real estate continues to come from a diverse group of countries, including Mexico (6.4%), the United Kingdom (5.9%), Germany (3.9%), and Australia (3.0%).
The continued growth in international buyer activity presents significant opportunities for Florida communities that attract retirees, second-home buyers, investors, and families seeking relocation opportunities. With global demand remaining strong, Florida continues to solidify its position as one of the most desirable real estate markets in the world.
Source: Florida Realtors® / Realtor.com, 2026
