How South Floridia is more expensive than Boston
How South Floridia is more expensive than Boston
Not long ago, Miami sold itself as the affordable alternative to Boston condo living. Lower taxes, cheaper housing and sunshine drew a wave of businesses, investors and wealthy transplants during and after the pandemic. But now, consumer prices have climbed 36 percent since 2019, home values have surged nearly 80 percent and, for the first time, the Miami metro officially costs more to live in than Boston condo living.
The rising price tag extends beyond housing. Insurance premiums have become the highest in the nation. Private school enrollment has exploded, driving waitlists and creating fierce competition for campuses. In neighborhoods like Coconut Grove, soaring commercial rents have made it harder for the independent restaurants to survive, which helped define the area’s character.
My advice, just stay in Boston and if you’re looking for a Boston condo for sale – you know who to call.
How South Floridia is more expensive than Boston. You won’t find these deals in South Florida.
Ford Realty Menu of Flat Fee Listings for Boston and the North Shore
Buyers receive 60% rebate from our portion of the broker fee
As a home seller, it sounds like you have a solid grasp of the current 2026 landscape for flat-fee listings in the Boston and North Shore areas. Here is a concise breakdown of how those Ford Realty tiers typically function based on the service levels you’ve identified:
1. Basic “Entry Only” – $500.00
- Visibility: Your home is listed on the local MLS, which syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, and local brokerage sites.
- Your Role: You are the primary point of contact. You handle photography, scheduling all showings, vetting buyers, and all contract negotiations.
- Best for: Experienced sellers or those comfortable managing real estate paperwork and logistics independently.
2. Flat Fee (Assisted) – Starting at $1,000.00
- The Upgrade: The broker takes professional photos and handles the listing setup.
- Added Support: You gain professional guidance for the initial setup, ensuring the listing looks polished to attract higher-quality leads.
- Broker Role: 60-day listing, one open house per month, schedule day and evening showings. The negative is that the full fee is due after 60 days even if the house/condo doesn’t sell or go under agreement.
3. Full-Service – 1% Commission
- The Full Package: Professional photography and floor plans are included.
- Active Management: The broker hosts one open house per month and handles day/evening showings.
- Logistics: They are physically present for the BFD smoke detector inspection and the home inspection, taking significant stress off your plate.
For Renters we charge a flat fee of $1,000.00 regardless of the price of the monthly rent.
