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Celebrate These February 2019 Sales in Destin

Break out the Champagne for These February Buyers & Sellers

We're so happy to have worked with the clients who have either bought or sold these homes this past February. Enjoy your new houses as you move onto a new chapter in your life.

Avalon Dunes Condo
599 Scenic Gulf Drive UNIT 103, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Unparalleled views and privacy from this upgraded condo in Avalon Dunes. This is a non-rental residence that has been lovingly cared for by the previous owners. Sold in 24 days, both buyer and seller came out ahead in this one.

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Azure Condo
1150 Santa Rosa Boulevard, 518, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

The panoramic Gulf views from this south-facing Azure condo are worth their weight…

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Niceville Home Sells in 1 Day!

Congratulations to these February Home Sellers

The new year started with a bang for these Destin area home sellers. From a custom Niceville home that sold in 1 day, to a luxury beachfront penthouse in Ariel Dunes, congratulations and enjoy your new homes.

Ariel Dunes II
122 Seascape Drive 2402, Miramar Beach, FL

Who could resist this luxury 4-bedroom penthouse, featuring panoramic Gulf of Mexico views from each and every window. Situated in Ariel Dunes II in the desirable Seascape Resort, this condo is a real prize for the new owners.

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Bluewater Bay, Niceville
511 Spring Acres Cove Cove, Niceville, FL

Almost brand new, this custom home in Niceville sold in just 1 day! This home was lovingly…

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JUST REDUCED! Save on These Featured Destin Listings

Save Thousands on these February Home & Condo Deals from Destin Real Estate

We're happy to pass on these February savings for Destin homes and condos currently on the market:

$1,590,000 - reduced $57,222
4049 W County Hwy 30a, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL
View listing details for San Remo | MLS# 813033

$749,900 - reduced $5000
1080 Highway 98 UNIT 401, Destin, FL 32541
View listing details for Sterling Sands | MLS# 810665

$279,900 - reduced $10k
66 E Driftwood Bay UNIT 41C, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
View listing details for Seascape | MLS# 807893

$199,000 - reduced $10k
2830 Scenic Gulf Dr 230, MIRAMAR BEACH, FL
View listing details for Gulfview Condo | MLS# 813434

$179,900 - reduced $20k
4203 Indian Bayou Trail UNIT 1111,…

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Top Selling Condos in 2018 - Destin & 30A, Florida

In 2018, What Were the Top Selling Condos in Destin and the 30A Area?

Looking back to 2018, here are the condo market highlights for Destin, the 30A and surrounding Emerald Coast. See below for last year's hottest selling Destin condos and average sale prices. This is a handy little tool for anyone considering a condo sale or purchase in the Destin area.

Quick Condo Facts From January 1 to December 31, 2018

# of Condos Sold: 2,004

Average sale price was $462,436

Average Sqft: 1,285

Average Days on Market: 129

Highest Sold Price: The highest price for a condo sold in the Destin area was $5,500,000. The list price was $4,250,000! This was a brand new, 5 bedroom, 5 bath penthouse at Costa Blanca on 3oA west.

Top Selling…

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Top Selling Destin & 30A Communities in 2018

What Were the Most Popular Destin & 30A Communities in 2018?

The info below spotlights the 2018 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, 2018

4,153 single family homes sold

Average sale price was $600,227

Average Sqft: 2,241

Average Days on Market: 82

Highest Sold Price: $10,750,000 for a Seagrove beach house, 6,462 square feet  with 7 bedrooms and 10 baths. The home sat Gulf front with an elegant outdoor entertainment area with pool and private walkover to the beach. The 3 story, with elevator, was sold completely furnished.

Top Selling Subdivisions by Price

These are…

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2018 Real Estate Stats for Destin & the 30A, Florida

How Did the Destin & 30A Market Perform in 2018?

Here are the 2018 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.

2018 Condo Sales for Destin & 30A

The number of overall condo sales in the Destin and 30A area increased by 7% in 2018. Average sale prices went up 15% and homes sold about 96% of their asking price. Some of the biggest gains in overall number of homes sold were in Destin (+19%), Navarre (+15%) and Miramar/Sandestin Resort (+10%).

Average sale prices for condos in 30A West jumped by 77%, 37% in 30A East and 16% in Miramar/Sandestin Resort.

Top 10 Selling Condo…

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Garden Villa for Sale in Seascape Resort - Under $300k!

66 E Driftwood Bay UNIT 41C, Miramar Beach, FL 32550: $279,900 (REDUCED!)

Located on the top floor of a 2-story building is this tastefully redecorated garden villa in the sought after Seascape Resort. The condo boasts a private setting backing onto an 18-hole golf course with lake views and deeded beach access. There are just 3 other units in the building. This is an active investment condo rental in Miramar Beach, financial records may be supplied upon request. Newly renovated and completely furnished, there's nothing left to do but move in. View complete Seascape listing here

Quick Facts

• Price: $289,900
• 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
• Just one of four units in 2-story building
• 1,285 sqft with 270 sqft balcony
• Active vacation rental
• …

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PRICE REDUCED! Beach Home w/ $120K in Rental Income

4049 W County Hwy 30a, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – $1,647,222

This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a Florida investment rental home located south of 30A in the gated community of San Remo, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.  The owner has recently spent over $150,000 on renovations and improvements in this gorgeous residence with DEEDED Beach Access. Built for large groups and fun in the sun, this home comes completely furnished and offers everything you could possibly want in a Gulf Coast vacation home. Gross rental income for 2017 was $120,000 and is well documented.

Quick Facts

• Price: $1,647,222
• House size is 4,200 square feet
• 3-story home with 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 1 half bath
• Built in 2006
• Gross rental was $120,000 for…

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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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Best Christmas Lights in Destin, Florida & the 30A

NOW UPDATED FOR 2023!

Destin may be short on snow for Christmas, but this area is big on Holiday spirit. You'll be amazed at the dazzling light displays throughout Destin, Niceville and along the 30A. These are just a few of the well known Christmas light showings we know of, if you have any to add, please include them in the comments section below.

Destin Area

Candy Cane Lane in Destin
Probably the "most decorated" neighborhood in Destin, this is a "must add" to your Christmas lights tour. Location: Sea Oats Drive, Destin

Northgate Estates Luminaries
This is another subdivision that goes all out, they even have their own Christmas parade. Location: Northgate Estates, 232 Echo Circle, Fort Walton Beach

Christmas Reflections
Christmas…

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