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Canadian Snowbirds Flock North: Why Florida Properties Are Being Sold Off

June 28, 2025
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Canadian snowbirds are increasingly selling their Florida properties, driven by a confluence of economic pressures and shifting preferences. A weakened Canadian dollar, soaring insurance costs, and rising property taxes are making U.S. homeownership financially unsustainable for many, leading to a significant exodus from the Sunshine State.

Key Takeaways

  • Canadian snowbirds are divesting from Florida real estate due to financial strain.

Economic Headwinds Drive Sales

The primary catalyst for the surge in Canadian property sales in Florida is economic. The Canadian dollar’s depreciation, trading around 69 U.S. cents, significantly erodes the purchasing power of Canadians. This currency disparity, combined with escalating costs, has made maintaining a second home across the border increasingly unfeasible.

For instance, one retiree, Cesidia Cedrone, sold her Hallandale Beach condo after her annual insurance costs skyrocketed to over $16,000, a tenfold increase from her initial payments. Property taxes also surged from $1,500 to over $4,000 annually. These dramatic increases are not isolated incidents, with Florida homeowners now paying more than three times the U.S. national average for insurance.

Soaring Insurance Premiums and Natural Disasters

Florida’s susceptibility to hurricanes and other severe weather events has led to a dramatic increase in insurance premiums. Back-to-back storms in 2024 resulted in nearly $40 billion in insured losses, following Hurricane Ian’s $113 billion damage in 2022, which caused six Florida insurance companies to fold. This volatile environment has made insurance a major financial burden.

Shifting Snowbird Culture and Political Climate

Beyond financial concerns, a cultural shift among retirees is also contributing to the trend. Younger snowbirds are opting for more varied travel experiences, preferring to rent in different locations like Portugal, Mexico, or the Dominican Republic, rather than committing to a single property. The traditional model of owning a permanent winter residence is becoming less appealing.

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While economic factors are the primary drivers, some real estate agents note that political tensions, including discussions of tariffs and perceived anti-Canadian rhetoric, have also made some snowbirds reconsider their U.S. ties. However, most experts agree that financial considerations outweigh political ones.

Market Impact

The influx of Canadian sellers is impacting the Florida real estate market. Real estate brokers are reporting a significant increase in listings from Canadian owners, with some seeing their workload double. Properties that once sold quickly are now lingering on the market for 90 days or more, leading to a growing inventory and concerns about a potential market downturn.

Sources

  • Canadian snowbirds consider selling Florida properties, CTV News.
  • More Canadian snowbirds are selling off their Florida properties, MPA Mag.
  • Canadians sell U.S. homes over Trump tariffs, tensions, Axios.
  • Canadian snowbirds are selling off Florida properties and the Home of the Week: Canadian real estate news for
    the week of Apr. 11
    , The Globe and Mail.
  • Weak loonie, ballooning insurance costs drive Canadian snowbirds to sell Florida homes, CBC.

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