Selecting a Destin Realtor is as important as reasearching homes and condos.  A good realtor is experienced and will save you time, money, and reduce your frustration.

When you visit Destin and start looking for homes, there will be many realtors offering their services to you.  However, that's backwards.  You should be choosing your realtor.

When choosing a Destin Realtor, look for the following:

  • A realtor that will listen to you. 
  • Someone that has a thorough understanding of different neighborhoods and complexes.  Looking for that special home, certain architecture, or amenities?  A good Destin Realtor will know where it is.
  • A skilled negotiator.  A good realtor can save you thousands of dollars.
  • Someone that works for you.  It's…

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Awesome new listing! Take a look at this Destin foreclosure located in the luxury golf course community of Kelly Plantation. This bankowned property has 3034 square feet, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms. 

Destin Foreclosure

This foreclosure in Destin also backs up to the golf course and has a swimming pool.  The home was built in 2005, has a gourmet kitchen,hardwood floors, fireplace, and other custom features.

Priced at $640,900, this magnificent home will not last long.  This home in Kelly Plantation is located at 4510 Marshbrook Way, Destin, FL  32541. Call today to schedule a showing!

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Take a look at this fabulous Destiny Homes for Sale.  This florida beach cottage features 5 bedrooms, a separate carriage house, and extra storage in the oversized two car garage.

destiny homes for sale

Destiny is a popular beachside community in Destin and has worldclass amenities including: deeded beach access, swimming pools, fitness center, tennis courts, and walking trails.

This home is a fantastic vacation rental and grosses over $43k annually.  Visitors love the layout of the home with its spacious rooms and decks that provide everyone with their privacy.

Priced at $699,000, this Destiny Home For Sale will not last long!

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Okaloosa Island is a stretch of white sand beaches that front the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico.  For those looking at Okaloosa Island Condos For Sale, a quick review of sales data for the first quarter of 2010 might be helpful.

Okaloosa Island Condos For Sale - Key Data
  Q1 '09 Q1 '10 % Change
Condos Sold 14 33 136%
Average Sold Price $344,142 $273,278 -20.6%
Median Sold Price $316,500 $270,000 -17.2%
Highest Sales Price $600,000 $550,000  
Lowest Sales Price $175,000 $70,300  
Listings Under Contract 51 78 52.3%

As can be seen, sales of Okaloosa Island Condos have more than doubled this year while the average selling…

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I look at several Destin foreclosures each week but this one really caught my attention. When I pulled up to the home, my first impression was that the house was overpriced. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I took a look around.

While many Destin foreclosures require considerable repairs, the interior of this home was immaculate and the layout was fantastic for a vacation rental, 2nd home, or a weekend get away. The home has six bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, three large decks (including the observation tower), a swimming pool and is located less than 200 yards to the beach.

Unlike most foreclosures in Destin, this one is completely furnished. The only thing that needs fixed is the swimming pool. It is dirty and hasn't been used in quite sometime.…

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