Video: Florida Family Home for Sale in Santa Rosa Beach

100 Quiet Water Trail, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL | MLS #786595

REDUCED: Now only $725,000

Located minutes from all the luxuries of Highway 30a in a quiet setting in Point Washington sits the bay front home you've been dreaming of. This 5 bedroom home, with loft, is perfect for a BIG family who loves the water. The open floorplan has more than enough space for large family gatherings, and the divided floorplan gives much needed privacy when the sun goes down. This double bay front lot has a dock in place, so bring your boat.

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If you'd like to view this Santa Rosa Beach home, or if you're interested in exploring other options, just give us an idea of your price range and needs and we'll create a list of…

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Destin 2017 Year-End Real Estate Report

Here are the year-end real estate stats for homes and condos in Destin and the surrounding Emerald Coast. Find out which areas were hot sellers for condos, homes and townhomes and, where did prices go up, or down - it's all here.

2017 Condo Sales for Destin & 30A

The number of condos sold along the Emerald Coast increased by 12% compared to 2016. We saw huge increases in Niceville (+68%) and North Santa Rosa Beach (+50%). Average sale prices increased by 5%. Niceville condo owners will appreciate a 20% increase in average sale price and and 11% increase for Destin condos.

Top 10 Selling Condo Properties in 2017

Here are the top 10 selling condos by volume in 2017. Check out our blog post "2017 Hottest Selling Condos in Destin &…

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Destin & 30A 2017 Hottest Selling Neighborhoods

These are the hottest selling neigborhoods in Destin and the Emerald Coast for 2017. 

Watersound continues to lead the pack with ultra-luxury homes in Watersound Beach, and a variety of price points in Watersound Origins. Selling prices ranged from about $455,000 to 6,300,000.

The triplex townhomes in Prominence continue to attract buyers. With prices starting at about $350,000, you can't go wrong. The interiors have been beautifully finished, and they're situated close to beaches, shopping the "Hub", the community town center. Sales of the new beach houses are also gaining momentum in Prominence Phase 2 with prices upwards of $600,000.

In third place, luxury beach homes in Watercolor are always in demand with prices ranging from about…

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2017 Hottest Selling Condos in Destin & 30A

The numbers are in for the top selling condos in the Destin, 30A area. The top three spots are once again Sandpiper Cove, Ariel Dunes and Waterscape. Overall, we saw a 12% increase in the number of condos sold along the Emerald Coast with prices going up an average 5%.

Ariel Dunes, located in Miramar Beach is moderately priced from the mid $200s to the mid $400s. It's a perfect spot for a vacation with lake and Gulf of Mexico views, resort-style amenities and golf course.

Sandpiper Cove is a low-rise condo in Holiday Isle and directly across the street from the beach entrance. Condos are economically priced from the mid $100s to the mid $300s.

Waterscape is a mid-rise condo right on the white sand beach overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Great…

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Investment-Friendly Destin Homes & Condos

For those of you seeking an investment property in Destin or the 30A area of Florida, we picked out a few new listings that fit the bill nicely. 

Moderately Priced Destin Investment Condos

775 Gulf Shore Drive, #43, Destin FL 32541 - $300,000

Priced at just 300K, the average rental income almost $40,000/yr. Located in Sandpiper Cove, renters have easy access to downtown Destin, the harbor and beaches. The resort is loaded with amenities that include 5 swimming pools, 6 tennnis courts, 1,100 feet of beach front, boat ramp, marina, and 90-hole golf course.

510 Gulf Shore Drive, #121, Destin FL 32541 - $300,000

This Gulf front 2 bedroom condo is priced at only $300K. It comes completely furnished and both bedrooms have ensuite baths.…

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Holiday Event Guide in Destin & 30A

What's Happening Over the Holidays in Destin?

Destin knows how to do up Christmas and New Year's up right. From the lights, parades to the fireworks and local celebrations, it's a busy time here during the holidays. Here is a glimpse of some of the tried and true events in Destin and along the 30A you won't want to miss:

DECEMBER 2017

Festive Light Show - Dec 6-30 | 6, 7 and 8 pm
Festive light show at the Village of Baytowne Wharf every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from Dec. 6-30.

Destin Christmas Parade - Dec 9 | 10 am
The 33rd annual Christmas parade begins at the Downtown Destin Shopping Center to Stahlman Avenue. View floats from the north side of Harbor Boulevard.

Destin Boat Parade - Dec 10 | 6-8 pm
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Selling Your Home Over the Holidays

Well, ‘tis the season for giving, but many people who have their homes on the market wonder if it’s the best season for selling. Fear not that the real estate market tends to experience a lull during the holiday season, there are still plenty of reasons to list your home.

Consider that buyers over the holidays are more serious, or they wouldn’t be house shopping at this time of year. Also, there are less homes for sale in the Destin area right now, so there is less competition from other sellers.

How do you enjoy the holidays, decorate your home and still list your house? It can be a bit of a balancing act, but definitely do-able. Here are a few things to keep in mind when selling your Destin home over the Christmas holidays:

Give Potential…

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Top Kitchen Trends Predicted for 2018

Don't rush out to revamp your newly decorated kitchen; you won't be noticing any drastic changes in kitchen trends for 2018. What you will see is more of an extension of existing styles. Popular open floor plans are here to stay, along with the accompanying minimalist decor solutions. You'll also see more integration of new technology and sensible low maintenance solutions that don't sacrifice style.

Here are some of the top kitchen trends predicted for 2018:

Cabinets
Fewer upper cabinets make kitchens appear less cluttered, and contribute to the trending minimalist look. But, where do we store all that stuff? Creative storage solutions will become more commonplace such as roll-out drawers, pantry pullouts and islands that make use of every inch…

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Island Princess Condo in Okaloosa Island FL - Sells in 10 Days!

The team at Destin Real Estate congratulate the lucky owners of this Island Pricess condo in Okaloosa Island. After selling in just 10 days, this was a win / win for both the buyer and the seller. 

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New Construction in Destin & 30A - The Fall 2017

New Construction in Destin & 30A

This is a summary of some of the hottest new construction for single-family homes and condos in Destin and along the 30A. For anyone seeking a brand new house, or looking for pre-construction opportunities, this is a good place to start your search. As always, just contact Tim for more information, or View all New Construction Listings here.

Alys Beach
4 new homes slated to be built in 2018, ranging from 2,000 to 3,705 square feet. Prices start at $1,950,000.

Blu Condos, Fort Walton Beach
Pre-construction prices are still available for 8 designer condos. Gulf front in Okaloosa Island, the views and amenities are outstanding. Prices start at $753,000.

Destin Oaks, Destin
Eight homes, just over 2,000 square…

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