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March Brings More Happy Destin Home Buyers & Sellers

Congratulations March Home Buyers & Sellers in Destin

March was a busy month with several happy clients getting settled into new homes and condos in the Destin area. We appreciated working with each and every one of you, and wish you the very best.

Destin Homes & Condos Under Contract in March

Crystal Village Condo
285 Payne Street 30A, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

LISTED ONLY 2 DAYS! This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Crystal Village was completely furnished and rental ready; we weren't surprised this sold so quickly.

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Chardonnay Estates
4505 Berringer Drive, Niceville, FL 32578

LISTED ONLY 2 DAYS! This gorgeous Niceville home in Bluewater Bay did not last long. It was immaculate inside…

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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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Destin, Florida - Most Expensive Homes Sold To Date

Living the Dream on the Emerald Coast

Are dreams of luxury coastal living dancing in your head? Have you always wanted to live near some of the most beautiful beaches in the U.S.? Some of the most luxurious, and opulent, homes on the Emerald Coast are in the Destin area. Here are the three most expensive homes sold in Destin and surrounding 30A, this year. Each residence epitomizes the elegance and beauty to be found in our luxury, coastal home communities.

Most Expensive Homes Sold This Year in Destin & 30A

1. Selling Price: $10,750,000 - Seagrove Beach, FL

A glorious beachfront home in Seagrove Beach, measures 6,462 sq. ft., 3 stories, and has 7 bedrooms, and 10 bathrooms on a quarter-acre lot. This beauty is conveniently located to area…

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Top Beachfront Investment Rentals in Destin & the 30A - YTD 2018

Top Beachfront Investment Rentals in Destin & the 30A - January - September 2018

Probably one of the first questions a prospective renter asks is "how close is it to the beach?" There is no doubt that beachfront rentals are among the most lucrative choices for investment real estate in Destin and the Emerald Coast.  Homes, condos and townhomes sitting directly on the beach with the Gulf of Mexico laid out before them, are often rental machines. The following blog post will explain:

• What Are the Top Beachfront Investment Condos in Destin & the 30A
• Links to Top Selling Investment Condos
• What Are the Top Beachfront Investment Areas for Single-Family Homes
• Links to Top Selling Areas for Beachfront Investment Homes
• How to Find…

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Top Selling Investment Rentals in Destin FL & the 30A - YTD 2018

Top Investment Rentals YTD 2018 for Destin & 30A

This list represents the top selling investment rentals in the Destin and 30A area up to July 2018. If you're considering such a purchase, this will give you a good idea of where to begin. All of these properties have great proximity to the beach, local hot spots, restaurants and shopping, and vary in the selection of amenities. Many of the rental listings for sale are pretty much turnkey operations, being sold completely furnished with confirmed reservations on the books.

We can provide more detailed information about these and other good prospects for vacation rental investment properties in Destin and the Emerald Coast. View current listings for:

• Investment Condos
• Investment Homes &…

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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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NEW! Sound Side Lofts - Waterfront Townhomes in Fort Walton Beach

New Waterfront Townhomes in Fort Walton Beach

Everyone is talking about Sound Side Lofts, the new waterfront townhomes under construction in Fort Walton Beach. Spanning 2 acres at 340 Bonita Avenue, Sound Side Lofts will feature twenty residences in two, 10-unit buildings. Situated along Santa Rosa Sound, every loft will have Intracoastal and Okaloosa Island views, with one building directly overlooking the water.

Townhome residences will feature a contemporary two-story plan with high 14-foot ceilings, and luxury upgrades. Each loft comes with garage and boat slip.

The following styles will be available:

• 16, three-bedrooms with 2 1/2 bathrooms - prices starting in the mid $400s
• 4, four-bedroom units with 3 bathrooms - prices…

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Top 10 Destin Beachfront Condos

Who doesn't dream of living on the waterfront? Maybe a beach condo right on the sand, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Thousands of people return every year to our fair city to experience that dream. Some are renting, some are lucky owners of vacation condos and seasonal homes along the Gulf coast.

Maybe you've considered taking the leap from renting to buying, or might be looking for a change. Either way, here are our top 10 choices for Destin beachfront condos. These were chosen because they represent a good sampling of Gulf front condos that offer:

• Close proximity to the beach
• Have good value for the money
• A good assortment of amenities
• Close proximity to Destin attractions and conveniences
• In many cases, have a strong rental…

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2017 Semi-Annual Stats for Destin & 30A Market

Here are the semi-annual stats for the Destin and 30A market. You'll see they're broken down by area: 30A East, 30A West, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Miramar Beach / Sandestin Resort, Niceville and North Santa Rosa Beach. It's been a good year with gains in townhome, condo and single-family home sales.

Condo Stats for Destin & 30A

 Up 17% from last year, condo sales in Destin and the 30A continue to improve. Home values increased 4% overall with the biggest gains in Niceville - 34% and Fort Walton Beach - 13%.

Single-Family Home Stats for Destin & 30A

Single-family home sales increased by 6%. Prices went up by 11% on average, with exceptional gains in Miramar Beach - 13%, 30A West - 17% and North Santa Rosa Beach - 20%.

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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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