Destin Real Estate News and Blog - Scenic 30A Real Estate

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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Destin's Priciest Luxury Condos for 2017

Luxury condo sales in Destin and the surrounding area are off to a brisk pace with over 100 sold in the first quarter of 2017. About half the condo sales went to buyers planning on using them as vacation rentals while the balance will be used as primary or second homes. The most expensive closed for $2,000,000 while the median price was $659,500. The average days on market were 187, with 28% selling in 1 month or less.

Updates on Popular Luxury Properties

One Water Place

One Water Place was red hot with a total 6 sales in the first quarter. Located in Kelly Plantation, One Water Place overlooks the Fred Couples championship course and Choctawhatchee Bay. With more amenities than any other condo in Destin, there is not much need to…

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Top 10 Condo Sales for Destin & 30A - 1st Quarter 2017

Looking for a Gulf Coast condo near Destin or the 30A? Here are the top 10 condos by number of units sold for the first quarter in 2017. An an extended list of top performing condos is listed below. Whether you're seeking a seasonal, permanent or investment property, this will give you a good place to start looking.

Extended List of Top Performing Condos in Destin & 30A

10 - 15 UNITS SOLD

• Ariel Dunes I & II - 15 units
• Sandpiper Cove - 13 units
• Sterling Shores - 12 units
• Waterscape - 12 units
• Jetty East - 10 units

9 UNITS SOLD

• Majestic Sun
• Palms of Destin
• Sundestin

8 UNITS SOLD

• Alerio
• One Water Place

7 UNITS SOLD

• Beachside Villas
• Gulf Place
• Seascape

6 UNITS SOLD

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Seductive Santa Rosa Beach Homes

Browse the latest selection of beach and Gulf front homes in Santa Rosa Beach, and then go ahead, spoil yourself!

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2016 Top Selling Townhomes in Destin & 30A

There is no doubt that townhomes are one of the most sought after property types in Destin and 30A. In 2016, there were 363 townhomes sold in these areas with a total sales value of $136,828,304. The average sale price was $376,937, a whopping 12% increase from 2015. Townhomes averaged 98% of their asking price upon sale, and remained on the market about 93 days. The most expensive townhome in Santa Rosa Beach sold for $2,500,000, and the lowest price sold was $56,000 (which listed at $40k).

Why so popular now? We've seen a lot of new construction townhomes in desirable areas, and with a variety of price points. The mid-priced residences sold in Prominence at Inlet Beach and 125 Crystal Beach were flying off the shelves. Yet, the need for luxury…

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The Best of the Best - 2016 Top Selling Condos in Destin & 30A

In 2016, there were 1,304 condominiums sold in Destin, Sandestin and 30A with a total sales value of $549,631,020. The average sale price was $421,496, about 4% higher than 2015.Destin and 30A Condos sold for 95% of their asking price in an average of 172 days. The highest price was $2,900,000 for a luxury 2-story condo in Andante in Seacrest; the lowest condo sold for $64,000 in Gulf Terrace.

Here are the best of the best - the top selling condos in Destin and the 30A in 2016:

Is there a particular condo that you're interested, but isn't on this list? We're happy to get you a complete market report on any Destin or 30A property you desire. Just , or email Tim for more information.

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2016 Real Estate Summary for Destin & 30A

2016 Was a Good Year for Destin Real Estate

Overall the Destin and Scenic 30A real estate market saw a 5% increase in the number of properties sold. Average sale prices also increased by 5% overall with the biggest gains in townhomes at 14%.

Destin & 30A Single-Family Homes 2016

Single-family home numbers increased by 6% with a 5% increase in average sale price. Homes remained on the market only an average of 101 days in 2016, compared to 110 in 2015.

Destin & 30A Condos 2016

The average sale price of Destin and 30A condos went up 4% from 2015, but the number of sales decreased by 1%. There were less people selling which meant fewer active listings.

Destin & 30A Townhomes 2016

Townhomes demonstrated the most gains in…

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Destin Market Summary - November 2016

We had a busier than average November for the Destin and Scenic 30A real estate market. There were 24% more homes and condos sold vs the same time last year. Properties took a little longer to sell, but real estate prices also increased substantially.

Condo prices increased 28% from November 2015, and single family home prices were 19% higher in November 2016.

Destin townhomes continue to be a huge draw for both mid-price and luxury buyers. Where else can you get a virtually maintenance-free home in a prime setting close to or directly on the beach. All About Townhomes in Destin & the Scenic 30A gives you a quick snapshot for the local townhome market along with a list of top selling properties.

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Congratulations to Our November Home Buyers and Sellers

This was a busy November, with everyone anxious to conclude their real estate business before Christmas. Congratulations to all the clients we were able to help last month. Especially happy were the sellers at 222 Skyline Circle in Crestview who sold in 6 days for 100% of their asking price. Or the home in Driftwood Estates in North Santa Rosa Beach that sold in just 11 days!

There was a variety of sales ranging from $1,700,000 for a beachfront condo in The Ultimate, to $124,900 for an immacculate 3 bedroom home in Winding Creek Estates in Crestview. For us it's important that everyone is happy and treated fairly.

Enjoy the holiday season in your new homes!

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Top Selling Condos in November for Destin & Scenic 30A

Here are the top producing condos in Destin and the Scenic 30A for November. The big sellers for the month, with 3 sales or more included: Waterscape, Barrett Square in Rosemary Beach, Grand Sandestin, Destin Gulfgate, Amalfi, Sandpiper Cove, Gulf Terrace and the big winner, Seascape. For a more complete list from the beginning of the year, check out Top Condo Sales by Volume - Scenic 30A & Destin Area.

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