DVC Resale Market: Current Prices, Trends, and What to Expect in 2026
A comprehensive guide to the DVC resale market: resort-by-resort pricing, what drives value, 2026 trends, and how to buy smart in today's environment.
Current DVC Resale Market Overview
The DVC resale market in 2026 is active, well-supplied, and materially more favorable for buyers than at any point since 2019. Inventory is broadly available across all Walt Disney World resorts, with contracts regularly listed at Bay Lake Tower, Grand Floridian, Saratoga Springs, and the majority of older WDW resorts. Buyers no longer need to compete aggressively for contracts the way they did during the 2020 to 2022 surge.
Prices have stabilized after a meaningful post-COVID correction. The frenzy that drove Grand Floridian contracts above $200 per point and Saratoga Springs above $130 per point during the 2021 peak has unwound considerably. Current market pricing reflects a more rational relationship between purchase price and long-term value, anchored by annual dues, contract life remaining, and home resort desirability.
Buyers today have more leverage than at any point in the last five years. Average days on market across most resorts has increased from the sub-30-day pace of the peak to several weeks to a few months for many contracts, giving buyers time to compare options, negotiate on price, and wait for the right contract rather than moving immediately on the first available listing. Modest price reductions have become common when contracts sit beyond 60 days.
Disney's Right of First Refusal has been selective rather than aggressive in 2026. ROFR activity is concentrated on contracts priced meaningfully below market rates, particularly at premium monorail resorts. Buyers making offers at or near current fair market value can generally expect ROFR to be waived without issue. This represents a meaningful change from periods when ROFR was exercised broadly and made low-ball offers impractical.
The overall picture: buyers who waited through the 2021 peak are being rewarded. Resale pricing today is genuinely competitive, inventory is healthy, and the buying process is more orderly than it has been in years.
Current Resale Price Per Point by Resort
The table below reflects current active market pricing as of June 2026. Ranges account for contract size, point load, and use year. Always check live listings for real-time pricing.
| Resort | Price Range (per point) | Annual Dues (per point) | Contract End Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Floridian | $180 to $220 | $8.31 | 2064 |
| Polynesian Villas | $160 to $200 | $8.33 | 2066 |
| Bay Lake Tower | $150 to $185 | $8.74 | 2060 |
| Beach Club Villas | $145 to $175 | $9.81 | 2042 |
| Wilderness Lodge | $130 to $165 | $9.77 | 2064 |
| BoardWalk Villas | $120 to $155 | $9.67 | 2042 |
| Aulani (Hawaii) | $100 to $135 | $10.96 | 2062 |
| Saratoga Springs | $95 to $125 | $9.19 | 2054 |
| Animal Kingdom Villas | $90 to $115 | $10.16 | 2057 |
| Old Key West | $85 to $110 | $11.21 | 2042 / 2057 (extended) |
| Hilton Head | $70 to $95 | $12.86 | 2042 |
| Vero Beach | $60 to $80 | $14.89 | 2042 |
Note on contract expiration: Contracts expiring in 2042 have significantly less remaining life than those expiring in the 2060s. All else equal, a 2042 contract is worth less per point than a 2060s contract at the same resort because the buyer is purchasing fewer years of use. Beach Club Villas and BoardWalk Villas are popular despite 2042 expirations because of their location, but their shorter contract life is fully reflected in pricing. Old Key West is unique in that some contracts were extended to 2057; extended contracts command a meaningful premium over standard 2042 contracts at the same resort.
What Drives DVC Resale Prices
Six factors determine whether a DVC contract is priced at the top, middle, or bottom of its resort range. Understanding these helps buyers identify fair deals and avoid overpaying.
Home Resort Desirability
Monorail resorts (Grand Floridian, Polynesian, Bay Lake Tower) command the highest per-point prices because their home resort priority gives access to the most in-demand accommodations at Walt Disney World. Epcot-area resorts (Beach Club, BoardWalk) carry a similar premium. Off-site resorts (Hilton Head, Vero Beach) trade at significant discounts despite offering unique destinations.
Annual Dues
Annual maintenance fees are paid every year regardless of whether you use your points. High-dues resorts like Vero Beach ($14.89 per point) and Hilton Head ($13.23 per point) suppress purchase prices because buyers factor the ongoing cost into total ownership value. Saratoga Springs ($7.49 per point) carries the lowest dues in the WDW system, which supports its resale value relative to similar-vintage resorts.
Contract Expiration
A contract ending in 2064 gives the buyer roughly 38 more years of membership. One ending in 2042 gives only 16 years. The difference in remaining life creates a meaningful price gap even between contracts at the same resort. Buyers who plan to use DVC for decades should strongly weight expiration year, particularly when comparing resorts in a similar price range.
Point Load
A loaded contract includes current-year points, banked points from a prior year, or both. These points have immediate booking value and are included in the purchase price. Stripped contracts with no points available until the next use year trade at a discount. Buyers paying a premium for a loaded contract should calculate what those immediate points are actually worth to them in practice.
Contract Size
Small contracts in the 50 to 75 point range often trade at a higher price per point than 200-point contracts at the same resort. Demand from buyers looking for add-on contracts is strong, and the fixed closing costs (title, transfer fee) are spread across fewer points. Buyers who need only a modest number of points sometimes pay a per-point premium for the convenience of a ready-made small contract.
Use Year
A DVC use year defines when your annual points are deposited each year. June and August are the most common and most liquid use years in the resale market, meaning more contracts are available and buyers have the most flexibility to find a match. February and September use years are comparatively rare. Use year affects how well a contract fits your personal booking patterns, so it is worth understanding before making an offer.
DVC Resale Market Trends in 2026
Key shifts shaping the market this year and how they affect buyer strategy.
Prices are 15 to 25 percent below 2021 to 2022 highs
The post-COVID boom that pushed contracts across all resorts to historic highs has fully corrected. Buyers today are getting meaningfully better per-point prices than they would have in 2021 or 2022. Grand Floridian contracts that peaked above $215 per point are now regularly closing in the $185 to $200 range. Saratoga Springs contracts that touched $130 are now in the $100 to $115 range. This is a real and meaningful improvement for buyers who were priced out during the surge.
Saratoga Springs and Old Key West remain the most affordable WDW entry points
For buyers whose primary goal is maximizing points per dollar into the Walt Disney World system, Saratoga Springs and Old Key West continue to offer the lowest entry prices among WDW resorts. Saratoga Springs carries annual dues of .19 per point, which keeps the all-in cost of ownership competitive relative to resorts like Old Key West (1.21) or Animal Kingdom (0.16). Old Key West extended contracts (2057 expiration) offer good long-term value at prices below those of other mid-tier WDW resorts.
Riviera contracts trade at a discount due to booking restrictions
Disney Riviera Resort resale contracts cannot be used to book Riviera accommodations directly. Resale buyers at Riviera are restricted to the standard 7-month booking window at all other DVC resorts. This structural limitation has created a persistent pricing discount on Riviera resale contracts relative to comparable non-restricted resorts, even as the resort itself is considered one of the more desirable on property. Buyers should factor this restriction into their decision before purchasing a Riviera contract on the secondary market.
New resort openings have not materially moved WDW resort prices
The opening of the Disneyland Hotel DVC and Cabins at Fort Wilderness has generated interest among enthusiasts, but has not had a meaningful impact on pricing for established WDW resorts on the resale market. Supply of contracts at existing resorts remains stable, and buyers evaluating new resorts should note that future resale restrictions may apply to newly opened properties. Demand for Polynesian and Grand Floridian contracts remains steady, supported by their monorail location and long contract life.
Monorail resort interest remains strong
Despite the broader market correction, Grand Floridian and Polynesian contracts continue to see consistent interest from buyers who prioritize the Magic Kingdom monorail corridor. These resorts carry both the highest per-point prices and the longest remaining contract terms (2064 and 2066 respectively), which helps justify the premium for buyers planning multi-decade ownership. Bay Lake Tower, connected to the Contemporary and also on the monorail, has similarly held its relative value within the broader correction.
How to Buy in the Current Market
The DVC resale process has specific steps and timelines. Buyers who understand these upfront move more confidently and avoid common mistakes.
Monitor listings actively
Good contracts at fair prices still move within days, even in a more balanced market. Buyers who set up alerts and check listings regularly are at a significant advantage over those who browse casually. Contracts at popular resorts with loaded points and desirable use years attract multiple offers quickly. Browse current DVC resale listings to get a feel for what is available at your target resort today.
Know your target resort and use year before making offers
Buyers who have not decided on a home resort or use year tend to make reactive decisions and sometimes overpay or buy the wrong contract. Spend time understanding which resort serves your vacation style, how often you plan to book at the 11-month window versus the 7-month window, and which use year aligns with your typical booking timeline. Our DVC resale buying guide walks through this decision in detail.
Understand ROFR risk at different price points
Attempting to purchase a contract at a price well below current market values increases the probability that Disney exercises its Right of First Refusal. In 2026, ROFR has been selective and targeted at underpriced contracts, particularly at monorail resorts. Offers at or near market rate pass through without issue in the vast majority of cases. Your broker can advise on where ROFR risk is currently elevated and help you price your offer appropriately.
Work with a licensed resale broker
A licensed broker handles offer submission, seller negotiation, ROFR monitoring, contract documentation, and closing coordination. DVC Sales operates as a licensed broker with 25 years of DVC-specific experience. Our commission is 6.9%, the lowest in the industry, and we represent buyers and sellers throughout the full transaction process. There are no hidden fees and no surprises at closing.
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