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What's for Sale at St. Barths at Silver Shells Resort

Congratulations to the new owners of this luxury beachfront condo in St. Barth at Silver Shells. This is one of the most sought after beachfront locations in Destin, Florida.

St. Barth at Silver Shells is located at the far east side of the Silver Shells resort, adjacent to to Henderson Beach Park. Unobstructed Gulf views are here for the taking in this uncrowded and peaceful beachfront condo in Destin, FL.

You'll not find a high turnover of weekly rentals at St. Barth. Only long term rentals, 30 days or longer are permitted. In addition to quick beach access, amenities at St. Barth at Silver Shells include onsite security, pools (both indoor and outdoor), hot tub, tennis courts, walking trails, fitness center, sauna/steam room, community room,…

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New Construction in Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach

166 Cabana Trail, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – $649,422   SOLD!

Construction on this striking Blue Mountain Beach home was completed in 2018. Adhering to the latest codes, you'll find such features as impact resistant windows, metal roof, double paned windows, and 2 x 6 construction. Each floor has separate HVAC systems and energy efficient ceiling fans.

Built for those seeking an active lifestyle, there is plenty of storage with both a carport and single, covered garage space. 300 square feet of covered porches surround the home for easy access from several rooms.

Directions: From 30A, Take 83 North, Turn Right onto Matts Way into Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach. Take first right onto Cabana. Follow around first curve and house will be on the right.

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"Playing Hooky" at Unique San Remo Beachside Home

4049 W County Hwy 30a, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – $1,690,000

The name, "Playing Hooky" says it all when describing this unique beachside home in San Remo, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Built for large groups and fun in the sun, this house comes completely furnished and offers everything you could possibly want in a Gulf Coast vacation home. Truly one-of-a-kind, this private, wooded property stands alone amid a neighborhood of condominiums in the San Remo gated community.

"Playing Hooky" would make an incredible family retreat, one to be enjoyed year upon year. It is also a proven investment property with gross rentals of $120,000 in 2017.

Quick Facts

• Price: $1,690,000
• House size is 4,200 square feet
• 3-story home with 6 bedrooms, 4 full…

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January 2018 - Destin & 30A New Construction Report

New Construction in Destin & 30A

Looking for a new home on the Florida Gulf Coast? Here is the January 2018 report 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 Destin & 30A New Construction Listings here.

30A Townhomes at Seagrove Beach
Open concept luxury condos located directly on Hwy. 30A in Seagrove Beach. Prices start from $400,000.

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.

Beach Haven Cottages
Two new homes…

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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.

View listing details for this home here

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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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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