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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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2018 Guide to Hot Selling Condos on the Emerald Coast

These are the Top Selling Condos in Destin, 30A and Surrounding Area

Here's a summary of the 2018 YTD condo market in Destin, the 30A and surrounding Emerald Coast. See below for an extensive list of the hottest selling Destin condos for sale and average sale prices.

Quick Facts From January 1 to October 31, 2018

# of Condos Sold: 2,007

Average sale price was $462,898

Average Sqft: 1,295

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 Condos by Price

These are the most popular condos YTD, based on number of sales. Listed by price…

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Harbor Landing Condo in Destin - a Boater's Dream

REDUCED! 725 Gulf Shore Drive UNIT 404A, Destin, FL 32541 - $775,000

Harbor Landing Condo in Destin With Deep Water Boat Slip

Quick Facts

• 3 bedrooms, 4 baths
• 2,388 square feet
• Furnished
• Situated on the 5th floor of an 11 story condo
• 1 assigned covered garage space

View complete listing here

Waterfront Setting w/ Panoramic Views

This incredible condo in Harbor Landing is perfectly located to take advantage of the best that both the Gulf and Destin Harbor have to offer. So whether you're sitting out on your expansive balcony, just taking in the view, using your deeded access to spend a day on the beach, or accessing your private boat slip for a day of cruising the Gulf of Mexico, these choices are all at your…

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2018 Guide to Hot Selling Subdivisions on the Emerald Coast

Single-Family Stats in the Destin, 30A and Surrounding Area

Here's a spotlight of the real estate market for single-family homes in Destin, the 30A and surrounding Emerald Coast. See below for a list of the hottest selling subdivisions and average sale prices.

Quick Facts From January 1 to October 31, 2018

3,473 single family homes sold

Average sale price was $626,691

Average Sqft: 2,265

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

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Blue Mountain Beach Home Sells in 8 Days!

This incredible new build sold in just 8 days. We're not really surprised. This smart buyer recognized good value and the quality craftsmanship that went into building this house. If you'd like to explore more real estate opportunities in Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach, search new listings here.

We will be announcing some upcoming new construction homes in the near future - stay tuned.

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Brand New Home in Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach - NOW SOLD

SOLD! 232 Cabana Trail, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 - $759,422

New Construction Home in Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach

Quick Facts

• 4 bedrooms, 4 baths
• 2,478 square feet
• Central electric heating and air conditioning
• Tankless water heater
• Amenities: gated with community pool and clubhouse
• Home is sold unfurnished

View complete listing here

Open & Welcoming

A spacious entry leads to a wide-open interior. Everything about this home gives the impression of space. From the open concept style, to the vaulted ceilings and the light paint colors, this house has such a comfortable design. The coastal decor influence is also a constant throughout the house with touches like grunge oxide porcelain tile in the kitchen and…

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Village of Sugar Beach Home or Investment Rental

118 Sugar Sand Lane, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 - $599,000 - SOLD!

This cheerful beach house is located in the Village of Sugar Beach in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. The location is ideal, just 2 short blocks from the Gulf. Perfect for a primary residence or lucrative rental, with three ensuites and a loft, there is enough room for a large family, and then some. An additional perk, the seller is offering 1% closing cost assistance to the buyer. 

Quick Facts

• 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2,236 square feet
• Lot size: 50'x135'
• 3 floors (top floor loft)
• Metal roof, Hardie Board Siding, Sprinkler System
• Home is sold unfurnished

Living Room

The second floor living room is bright, open and spacious, leading out to an expansive…

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Hiring a Property Manager - Questions You Need to Ask

How to Select the Ideal Property Management Company

So, you’ve purchased your Destin investment rental and have decided that you need to hire a property management company in order to have a well-managed investment. After all, your goal is to sit back and enjoy a passive income stream from your property. There are plenty of companies to choose from, but how do you know they're trustworthy? How do you know if they'll do what they've committed to? 

Ideally, a recommendation from a friend or colleague for a company they've employed is a good place to start. But, no matter how you choose that first candidate, you shouldn't make your final decision until having a personal interview. There are questions you can ask to ensure you’re hiring an…

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Why Hire a Property Management Company?

Do You Really Need a Property Manager?

Now that you’ve bought your first, or additional Destin investment rental you have some questions to ask yourself and decisions to make. One of the biggest decisions is whether to manage the property yourself, or to hire a property management company. This all depends on what stage you are at in life and how involved you want to be.

A large part of the decision begins by asking yourself:

• How experienced am I with the variety of skills necessary to manage the property?
• How much time do I have available, or want, to devote to the management of the property?
• Would I enjoy being on call 24/7/365 days of the year to deal with any issues that may arise?

If you answered “very little” to any of…

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