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Beachfront Investment Condo at Coral Reef Club, Destin FL

3 Bedroom Gulf Front Condo - Fully Furnished & Rented

2708 Highway 98 UNIT 41, Destin, FL 32541

SOLD! $750,000 - MLS #866282

This is just a taste of the stunning Gulf of Mexico views you'll experience from this Destin beachfront condo in Coral Reef Club. Just 3 stories high, and set Gulf front on 300 feet of sugar, white sand beach, Coral Reef Club is everything you would want for a relaxing beach holiday in the sun. 

This 3-bedroom condo offers a turnkey investment rental - completely furnished with existing reservations on the books. The 2-story residence easily sleeps 10 people. In addition to direct beach access, Coral Reef has a built-in swimming pool, terrace and BBQ area. Henderson Beach State Park, local restaurants, the Scenic…

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2021 Emerges With a Strong Seller's Market on Florida's Emerald Coast

2021 real estate in Destin and the surrounding Emerald Coast has one of the most active seller's markets we've seen in years. We're seeing a lot of interested buyers purchasing from out of state. As "work from anywhere" has become the norm, many are seeking a sunny, beachfront in-home office to work from. Others are just taking advantage of the great interest rates.

For the period of January, 2021 we saw the following Percent of List rates and Average Sale Prices:

Townhome or Attached Residences:
Percent of List: 99%
Average Sale Price: $418,352 - a 38% increase from 2020

Condos:
Percent of List: 97%
Average Sale Price: $494,404 - a 28% increase from 2020

Single-Family Homes:
Percent of List: 98%
Average Sale Price: $640,529 - a 31% increase from…

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2020 Market Trends Reviewed for Destin & 30A

Good News for Destin & 30A Real Estate Sales in 2020

The 2020 real estate market in Destin and the 30A performed far better than most would have thought. 2020 was a tough year, but folks prevailed as life went on along the Emerald Coast in Florida. The successful buyer in 2020 had done their homework, were patient, diligent, and made strong and confident offers when they found what they wanted. That will be the standard in 2021 as well.

There were two big contributors to a successful real estate market in Destin and the 30A in 2020:

1. Demand for Coastal Properties

We saw demand for coastal area properties surge post covid as companies transitioned to a more "work from anywhere" approach with employees seeking more tax favorable…

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Hottest Selling Destin & 30A Communities in 2020

Most Popular Destin & 30A Communities in 2020

The info below spotlights the 2020 real estate market for single-family homes in Destin, the 30A and surrounding Emerald Coast. See hottest selling subdivisions and average sale prices.

Quick Facts From January 1 to December 31, 2020

7,546 single family homes sold

Average sale price was $679,804

Average Sqft: 2,303

Average Days on Market: 65

The highest selling priced home in 2020 was $16,100,000 for a beachfront home known as "Casa Lauren" in Miramar Beach. This 6 bedroom, 9 bath home measures 13,000 square feet and sits on 2.42 acres. 135' of pristine white, sandy beach is all that stands between you and the Gulf of Mexico.

Top Selling Subdivisions by Price

These are the…

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Record Home Sales This Summer in Destin, Florida

"Optimistic" is the best word I can use to describe this past summer season. The period from July to September 2020 has produced some record sales numbers for Destin Real Estate. In spite of the challenges that we've been faced with in 2020, these stats reflect a sense of optimism. Faced with adversity of "pandemic proportions", people are still moving forward with their lives.

The team at Destin Real Estate would like to thank these brave home buyers and sellers, and congratulate them on their new home purchases.

 Don't hesitate to contact Tim, or any of the team at Destin Real Estate to set up a private viewing of any Destin or nearby homes that interest you.

SOLD! in Under 30 Days

These homes were sold after being listed less than one…

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Finding Investment Properties in Destin & the Emerald Coast, Florida - June 2020

The timing couldn't be better to purchase a Florida investment property in Destin or the surrounding Emerald Coast.

Now that vacation rentals in the Destin area are once again open for business, we're starting to see a huge demand for these properties. In fact, the number of new condo listings from the beginning of May to June 15, 2020 is already 7% higher than the same time in 2019. People are starting to list again and the buyers are coming out of the woodwork.

Average sale prices are up by 10% for condos and 16% for single-family homes. Interest rates are at all time lows. It's a win/win for both buyers and sellers of Destin homes and condos.

- Buying an Investment Rental Home
- Buying an Investment Rental Condo

Top Selling Home & Condo…

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March/April 2020 Homes Sales for Destin Real Estate

The demand for Destin home sales this March and April/2020 has proven that real estate is indeed an essential service in Florida. Congratulations to these recent home buyers and sellers who helped to sustain the real estate market during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Don't hesitate to contact Tim, or any of the team at Destin Real Estate to set up a private viewing of any Destin or nearby homes that interest you.

Under Contract! Crystal Beach Home on the Gulf

Nantucket Cottages in Crystal Beach is a popular Destin community, especially for investment rentals. Loaded with new upgrades, this home is ready to start making money.

Under Contract in 11 Days - New Build in Destin, Florida

This 3-bedroom home in Destin is still under construction and…

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Brand New Custom Built Home in Crystal Beach with Fantastic Rental Potential!

NEW Custom Home in Crystal Beach - It's a Beauty!

89 Cobia Street, Destin, FL 32541| MLS  #841501| $1,539,000

It will be tough not to keep this gorgeous Crystal Beach home all to yourself; but, the rental potential may be too tough to resist. Situated in desirable Crystal Beach, this beach home is just a short walk to the white sand beach and turquoise Gulf waters. A few minutes to the east is Henderson Beach State Park - perfect for beach picnics with the family.

This brand new home has everything you could every desire for a beach vacation. With seven bedrooms (including five suites), a large open kitchen and gathering area, there's plenty of room for multiple family gatherings. The gorgeous private pool and oversized patio is the icing on…

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Affordable Investment Home in Crystal Beach, Florida

Nantucket Cottages - Beachview Home for Sale

69 Crystal Beach Drive UNIT 7, Destin, FL 32541| MLS  #837588| $485,000

We don't see listings very often in the desirable Nantucket Cottages, Destin, Florida. This is one of the few Destin communities to purchase affordable investment properties for detached family homes. Located in Crystal Beach, right across the street from the Gulf of Mexico, this is a dream property for both vacationers and home owners alike.

The floor plan accommodates both large and smaller rental groups as each floor is completely self-sufficient. The lock-out style design consists of two levels with each containing a full kitchen, bedroom, and bunk area that is well appointed and decorated in the current coastal style and…

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Exclusive Destin Pre-Construction Announcement

New Homes Being Built in Destin & Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Destin Real Estate has entered into several development partnerships in the past few years that have continued to grow. In the last quarter, we finished and sold two properties, Waterview Towers Condo 631, and 232 Cabana Trail. Our partner properties are red hot and have been contracting in less than 2 weeks after listing.

We currently have five projects in the hopper set to be completed in 2019. These are exciting pre-construction opportunities for anyone looking for a new home in the Destin or Santa Rosa Beach area.

Buddy Street, Santa Rosa Beach

This fabulous house is located a block from the beach in Santa Rosa Beach and features 3,900 sf, 6 Bedrooms and SWIMMING POOL! Estimated…

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