Destin Real Estate News and Blog - Destin Realtor

Sold in Blue Mountain Beach...But We Have Others...

Congratulations to the seller and new owner of this beautiful home in Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach. This is such a popular area - close to the beach, shopping, restaurants, but quietly hidden away near peaceful Big Redfish Lake. To all of you who missed out, here are some other similar Blue Mountain Beach options, some right in the same neighborhood. Happy house hunting!

Lot 40 Matt's Way

Located on the same street as our sold listing. This brand new, custom home overlooks Big Redfish lake, will feature 2 master suites, huge kitchen with island and breakfast bar, and spacious dining area. Trendy features such as rustic barn doors leading to the ensuite bath are peppered throughout this stunning Florida Cottage.

• 4 bedrooms
• 3 1/2…

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Emerald Coast Real Estate Stats - January - May 2017 vs 2016

Real estate sales along the Emerald Coast, including Destin and 30A Highway has been especially active this year. From January until the end of May 2017 we've seen steady increases resulting in higher sales, compared to the same period in 2016.

Here are the stats for Single-Family Homes, Condos and Townhomes:

Emerald Coast Single-Family Homes

The Emerald Coast single-family home market saw an increase of just 7% overall. Homeowners seemed content to remain where they were, as there was far less inventory then in 2016. Whatever went on the market has been selling quickly for an average of 97% of the asking price.

The Freeport single-family home market saw a huge 52% increase this year. Other top selling areas include 30A East (23%) and Destin…

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Just Listed - Beachfront Condo in El Matador Under $350k!

Just Listed - Beachfront Condo in El Matador, Okaloosa Island

Only $345,800 for this exceptional 2-bedroom beachfront condo in El Matador, Okaloosa Island. Fully furnished, the new owners can begin renting immediately.

A host of resort-style amenities include two swimming pools (one heated), whirlpools, saunas, fitness room, tennis, pickelball and basketball courts, all within a gated, monitored community.

We'd love to give you a tour of this wonderful beachfront condo in El Matador. Interested in other options? Give us an idea of your price range and needs and we'll create a list of properties you probably never considered. Just or email Tim for more information.

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Just Listed! Destin Home at 4054 Lauren Ct, DESTIN, FL

Eagles Landing Home for Sale In Destin - Huge Lot!

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in Eagles Landing, this Destin home for sale will not last long. The immaculate landscaping is noticeable throughout this huge property, probably one of the largest in the neighborhood. There's plenty of space to park your boat, or even add a private pool. Enjoy a quiet setting, nestled in trees from your spacious deck or screened in lanai. The home backs onto nature preserve that borders the Indian Bayou Golf & Country Club. Access to the Bayou for an afternoon of fishing and boating is just down the street.

The interior of this Eagles Landing home is equally impressive with expansive 10 foot ceilings with crown molding, hardwood floors throughout main living areas…

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Refinancing Options for That Home Renovation

Make Your Home Renovation Dreams Come True

There's nothing like a renovation to make your home feel new again. Small jobs like painting, adding new trim, or flooring, are usually pretty manageable, but bigger jobs like a new roof, dream kitchen, swimming pool or other large scale projects, might require a bit of creative financing.

When researching current options for financing a home improvements in the Destin area, we went straight to the expert and spoke to Jason Hebert, Vice President Mortgage Loan Originator at Trustmark National Bank, Destin FL. He outlined the following two solutions as the most common choices for refinancing a home renovation. 

1. "Cash-Out" Refinance

A "cash-out" refinance enables a borrower to take out the…

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Miramar Beach Townhome SOLD in 13 Days

This gem of a townhome in Bon Villa sold in just 13 days for 100% of the asking price.  Located at 126 S. Shore Drive, Unit 13, Miramar Beach, the selling price was $239,900. Located just minutes from Silver Sands Outlet Mall, and next to The Links golf course in Sandestin, the new owners will love the convenient location.  Congratulations, enjoy your new Miramar Beach home!

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SOLD! Spectacular Holiday Isle Home on the Canal

Sold $1,800,000 - Holiday Isle Canal Front Home

606 Choctaw Drive, Destin Florida 32541

This spectacular canal front home in Holiday Isle was built for a lifestyle on and off the water. With 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and measuring 5,086 square feet this is the perfect home for entertaining or large families. Located right on the canal, with room for a 90 foot yacht, Destin Harbor is just a five-minute boat ride. Or, stay home and splash in the pool while enjoying the view. Prepare dinner in the outdoor kitchen while watching the sunset.

Congratulations to the new owners of this exceptional Holiday Isle home; may you enjoy it for years to come.

Learn more about the Holiday Isle community and real estate options. Considering a home or condo in…

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Living on the Gulf in Holiday Isle, Destin FL

The Holiday Isle Lifestyle

A home or property on Holiday Isle in Destin FL is the preferred choice for those seeking a quieter atmosphere, and close to the Gulf of Mexico. A boating utopia, this three-mile long peninsula is bordered by beach, harbor and pass. Man-made canals weave throughout the neighborhoods, leaving no shortage of private backyard docks. The East Pass is just a few minutes away by boat. Crab Island, the harbor, and other pleasure destinations are also close by.

There are only a handful of commercial establishments close to the entry on Holiday Isle, which greatly reduces traffic. It's not uncommon for Holiday Isle residents to leave the car parked at home and hop on a water taxi to their favorite harbor restaurant.

Who…

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West Destin Home for Sale on 1/2 Acre!

$379,900 - West Destin Home for Sale on 1/2 Acre!

4068 Burning Tree Drive, Destin, Florida 32541  View listing details here

Wow, 1/2 an acre in the heart of Destin and single-level at that! This West Destin home is a catch. Incredible Destin location, room to stretch, and the owner has spent thousands of dollars in renovations. Here are a few of the features:

• Additional room that could be used as a 4th bedroom, office, den, etc.
• Hardwood floors in living and dining rooms
• Floor to ceiling windows
• Detailed crown molding
• Granite counters in kitchen with marble backsplash
• Stainless steel appliances
• Master bath has separate tub and shower with seamless glass doors and subway tile surround
• Large private backyard

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Destin & 30A 1st Quarter 2017 Market Stats

Condo & Townhome Sales in Destin & 30A

Overall, the first quarter in 2017 had favorable results with Gulf Coast townhomes up 17%, and condos up 32%, with Destin selling 28% more condo real estate than 2016. Townhome sales were huge in Fort Walton Beach (up 34%) and Miramar/Sandestin (up 150%).

Single-Family Home Sales in Destin & 30A

Single-family homes on Florida's Gulf coast were up 9% in the first quarter 2017, with huge gains in 30A East (up 40%), and Destin (up 23%).

30A Luxury Home Sales

Rosemary Beach luxury home sales proved the front runner for 30A neighborhoods with an impressive 1st quarter result. Fourteen homes homes sold, an increase of 27% from 2016, and an average sale price of $2,686,250.

Watersound home sales…

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