Resale DVC Points

What Are Resale DVC Points?

Resale DVC points are Disney Vacation Club contracts purchased from existing members rather than directly from Disney. When you purchase resale, you're getting full ownership of a DVC contract, which gives you the same core benefits as direct ownership: you can book at your Home Resort up to 11 months in advance, use your points throughout the DVC system, and enjoy the flexible vacation planning that makes DVC appealing to so many families.

The key difference is the source of the purchase. Instead of working with Disney's sales team, you're purchasing from another DVC member who's decided to sell their contract. We maintain current DVC resale listings with contracts available across all DVC resorts.

The Financial Advantage of Resale

The most compelling reason families choose resale is the cost savings. Resale DVC contracts typically sell for 30-50% less than Disney's current retail prices. To put this in perspective, Disney's 2026 retail prices range from $205 per point for older resorts like Saratoga Springs to $275 per point for premium locations like Bay Lake Tower. Resale contracts at these same resorts often sell for significantly less.

These savings can be substantial. On a 150-point contract, the difference between retail and resale pricing could save you $15,000 to $30,000 or more, depending on the resort and current market conditions. That's real money that can go toward your vacation experiences instead of the initial purchase.

You can compare current market prices using our DVC retail pricing tool to see exactly how much you might save on different resorts.

Understanding Your Home Resort Priority

One of the most important aspects of DVC ownership is the 11-month booking window at your Home Resort. This priority booking period gives you first access to availability before other DVC members can reserve those same dates. It's particularly valuable at popular resorts and during peak seasons when rooms book up quickly.

When you're not booking at your Home Resort, you're in the same 7-month booking window as every other DVC member. This means if you want to stay at Beach Club Villas but own at Saratoga Springs, you'll need to wait until 7 months before your trip to make that reservation. The 11-month priority is exclusive to your Home Resort.

This is why choosing your Home Resort matters. Many families select resorts where they expect to vacation most frequently, ensuring they have the best chance of getting their preferred dates and room types.

How We Verify Every Contract

Every listing in our inventory goes through verification by our licensed agents before it's made available to purchasers. We don't just list what sellers tell us, we confirm the contract details to make sure you're seeing accurate information.

Each verified listing includes:

• Resort and use year: Which DVC resort the contract belongs to and when your points are allocated each year
• Total annual points: How many points you'll receive each contract year
• Current point status: Whether points have been banked from previous years or borrowed from future years
• Annual dues information: What you'll owe in maintenance fees and any outstanding dues on the contract
• Contract expiration: When the DVC contract term ends (typically 2042-2070 depending on the resort)
• Seller notes: Any additional details the current owner wants to share about the contract

Our listings update in real-time, so when a contract goes under contract or sells, it's removed immediately. You won't waste time looking at sold inventory or contracts that are no longer available.

Transparent Pricing Structure

We operate on a simple fee structure. When you purchase through DVC Sales, you pay the agreed contract price plus standard closing costs. There are no buyer commissions or hidden fees added to your purchase.

Our $500 buyer administration fee covers the coordination of your transaction, and you'll pay standard title company closing costs just like any real estate transaction. If your contract includes banked points from previous years, you'll also pay the annual dues on those banked points, since they represent additional vacation value.

Sellers pay our 6.9% commission and a $150 estoppel fee. This is significantly lower than the industry average of 9.5%, which means sellers can often price their contracts more competitively while still getting fair value for their DVC ownership.

You can review current annual dues by resort to understand what your ongoing ownership costs will be after purchase.

Experience That Matters

Our team includes licensed real estate professionals and former Disney Vacation Club cast members. We've guided hundreds of families through the DVC resale process over the years, and we understand both the emotional and financial aspects of this decision.

DVC ownership isn't just about the numbers, it's about creating family vacation memories. At the same time, you're making a significant financial commitment that deserves careful consideration and professional guidance. We're available by phone, email, or live chat to walk you through any part of the process.

Whether you're trying to understand how many points you'll need for your family's vacation style or navigating the contract review process, we're here to provide guidance based on real experience in the DVC market. You can learn more about our background on our About Us page.

Streamlined Digital Process

The entire purchase process happens online through our secure platform. You can browse current listings, filter by resort or point size, submit offers, and sign all paperwork electronically from your computer or mobile device.

Once your offer is accepted, you can track your purchase progress through each stage: contract review, financing approval if needed, Disney's Right of First Refusal period, and finally closing. This transparency helps reduce the anxiety that can come with any major purchase.

Our mobile-friendly platform means you can check on new listings or respond to time-sensitive matters even when you're away from your computer. The DVC resale market moves quickly, and having mobile access can make a difference in competitive situations.

Understanding Resale Limitations

Resale DVC ownership comes with some restrictions that direct purchasers don't face. Resale owners can't access Disney's Collection resorts (like the Grand Californian Hotel's standard rooms), Adventures by Disney trips, or Disney Cruise Line reservations through their DVC points.

For many families, these restrictions don't significantly impact their vacation plans. Most DVC members use their points for stays at DVC resort villas, which is exactly what resale ownership provides. The Disney Collection resorts and other perks are nice additions, but the core value of DVC ownership, your ability to stay at DVC resorts with your points, remains fully intact with resale.

The savings from purchasing resale often more than compensate for these limitations. You can always book Disney Collection resorts with cash if you want to stay there, and the money you save on your initial purchase can fund those experiences and more.

Right of First Refusal Process

Disney maintains the Right of First Refusal (ROFR) on all DVC resale transactions. This means that after your offer is accepted, Disney has 30-60 days to decide whether they want to purchase the contract under the same terms you agreed to with the seller.

If Disney exercises ROFR, they step into your position and purchase the contract themselves. You get your earnest money back, but you don't get the contract. If Disney passes on ROFR, the sale proceeds normally to closing.

Disney typically exercises ROFR on contracts they consider particularly valuable, either because of the resort, point total, use year, or contract price. However, the majority of resale contracts do pass through ROFR successfully. We'll keep you updated throughout this waiting period and let you know immediately when Disney makes their decision.

This process adds time to your purchase, but it's a standard part of every DVC resale transaction. Understanding that ROFR exists helps you set realistic expectations for your purchase timeline.

Getting Started with Your Purchase

If you're considering DVC resale ownership, the first step is understanding your family's vacation patterns and point needs. We've created a comprehensive guide to how DVC works that covers the basics of the point system, booking windows, and resort options.

Once you understand the fundamentals, browse our current listings to get a feel for what's available in your price range and preferred resorts. Don't feel pressured to make a quick decision, this is a long-term commitment that deserves thoughtful consideration.

When you're ready to move forward, we're here to guide you through every step of the process. You can contact our team with specific questions or start exploring listings to see what catches your interest.

Resale DVC ownership offers the same vacation flexibility and resort access as direct ownership, but at a significantly lower cost. For families who want to experience DVC resorts without paying retail prices, resale represents a practical path to Disney vacation ownership.