Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Just Sold | 227 Diamond Cove | Destin, FL

3 Bedroom  |  2 Bath  |  1,825 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $297,000   

Our client chose Diamond Lakes as his new location for another investment property. Right in the heart of Destin, Diamond Lakes is a quiet community featuring lush landscaping, a community pool, and is less than a mile from the beach. With so much to offer, this is a perfect place for an investment property!    

Located in the Diamond Lakes community, this spacious three bedroom, two bath townhome is just minutes from the beach and prime shopping areas. The open floor plan includes a master suite with the master bath featuring a double vanity, large garden tub, separate shower, and bathroom closet. Other home features include a two car garage, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and screened porch overlooking the community lake. Diamond Lakes is a quiet community with a large community pool, landscaping services, centrally located in Destin, and less than a mile from the beach!  




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Monday, July 16, 2018

June Condo & Home Sales Highlights | Destin to 30A


June was another busy month for real estate along the Emerald Coast!

With so many visitors in town for summer vacation, the month of June is always a busy time for real estate agents. The world's largest vacation rental search engine – HomeToGo.com – lists b
oth Destin and Panama City Beach among Florida's top vacation destinations. While here, vacationers fall in love with the area, and decide it's time to make owning paradise a reality. We love assisting people in making this move!   


Our team had an active share in the June market, while continuing to stay prepared for the busy summer season when the weather and the real estate are hot! 


In June we assisted our wonderful buyers in the sales of the following properties:

4206 Jade Loop


We were also able to get the property sold for our sellers at:

4555 Barrington Lane

We also worked with sellers to get the following properties on the market:

Grand Sandestin | 2225
332 Wimico Circle

In addition, we were able to get several more properties under contract. We'll have all the details in the July Market Report.

The activity this year has been exciting and we're well into summer. We love staying in touch to keep both our buyers and sellers prepared for the rest of the year, and beyond. This is a great time to perform some due diligence regarding purchasing property. With summer in full swing – keeping on top of the market will ensure that you don't miss any deals. We are getting a new influx of inventory daily and there are some great opportunities out there right now. The daily hot sheet has new listings hitting the market every day, so let us know if you would like to receive updates on the market! 

Check out the area sales highlights for the month of June:  





The highest priced condo sold within the areas of Okaloosa IslandDestinSandestinMiramar Beach, and 30A was:  


Grand Dunes South

Miramar Beach

$3,000,000

5 Bed | 5 Bath

4,100 Square Feet  

The highest priced home sold within the areas of Okaloosa IslandDestinSandestinMiramar Beach, and 30A was:  



3034 E County Hwy 30A

30A East

$10,750,000

7 Bed | 9.5 Bath 

6,462 Square Feet 


Thursday, July 12, 2018

Just Sold | 1609 Chadwick Lane | Niceville, FL

3 Bedroom  |  2 Bath  |  1,330 Square Feet  | Selling Price: $179,900

We're so excited to have sold the last of The Bungalow homes for our seller. We were able to get this adorable home under contract in just 15 days!  

Our seller owned several of these cozy bungalow homes as they make excellent investment properties. Wanting to move more of his real estate holdings over the bridge to Destin he decided to put them on the market and we succeeded in the sales of all three properties – averaging only 16 days on the market! 

This charming home is located in the Bungalows at Bluewater Bay. The light and airy open floor plan of this home is perfect for first time home buyers, empty nesters, or a real estate investor. The living room opens to the dining area and kitchen. The split bedroom plan allows for plenty of privacy for the spacious master suite. The two additional bedrooms, full bathroom, and laundry closet are just down the hall. A fenced backyard provides privacy. A prime location: Minutes from the beach, Eglin AFB, schools, and more!


Check out the various marketing methods that we used to create a cohesive brand for this great unit.

Email flyer sent to our database of investors, as well as an agent version for maximum exposure.  



Facebook post featuring a video tour of the property. We also post to YouTubeGoogle+, and Pinterest.

 

Professional photos highlight each spectacular feature of the property. 

                         Looking to find your paradise? Give us a call!

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Just Sold | Grand Sandestin | Unit 2400 | Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

2 Bedroom  |  3 Bath  |   1,111 Square Feet  | Selling Price: $285,000
We're so happy to have assisted our clients in the purchase of their second unit at Grand Sandestin. Our clients, successful attorneys from Louisiana, decided to upgrade from their one bedroom unit at Grand Sandestin to a two bedroom with a little more square footage. Upgrading was a savvy real estate move since they utilize the unit as both a getaway for their firm and clients, and a rental investment when not in use. Paradise!  

Enjoy incredible views of the Choctawhatchee Bay and the Grand Sandestin pool from the large private balcony of this bay-facing corner condo. The main living area and kitchen feature wood grain plank tile flooring for easy maintenance. The master bedroom has a king size bed and an en suite master bathroom with double vanity, separate shower, and large soaking tub. An additional bedroom and bath can be found off the kitchen and living area. There is an owners closet and separate storage making it easy to utilize as a rental. A sweet little paradise at the Grand Sandestin!



Grand Sandestin amenities provide on-site convenience including: Ballyhoo Bar & Lounge, fitness center, lush gardens and courtyards, fantastic resort pool, and just steps from The Village of Baytowne Wharf


Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a major destination for all seasons and all ages, and has been named the #1 resort on Florida's Emerald Coast. This magical 2,400 acre resort is comprised of over 70 unique neighborhoods of condominiums, villas, town homes, and estates. The resort features miles of sandy white beaches and pristine bay front, four championship golf courses, a world-class tennis center with 15 courts, 4 resort swimming pools (and 15 private neighborhood pools), a 113-slip marina, a fully equipped and professionally staffed fitness center and spa, meeting spaces, and The Village of Baytowne Wharf – a charming pedestrian village with events, shopping, dining, family entertainment and nightlife. For true golf cart community living, Grand Boulevard is just outside the resort gates and provides access to additional shopping, dining and entertainment all without traveling on Highway 98. Come to play, stay for life!



          Looking for your perfect paradise? Give us a call!

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

The Best Places In Destin to Celebrate the 4th of July


On July 4th, fireworks celebrations will take place all along the Emerald Coast. Below are several fireworks displays to celebrate Independence Day 2018. 

4th of July Celebration @ Rosemary Beach
When: Wednesday, July 4th | 7:30am - 9:00pm
Where: Rosemary Beach
Event Times: Bike Decorating Contest & Breakfast @ 7:30am  |  Bike Parade @ 8:30am  |  Field Day @ 9am  |  Concert @ 6pm  |  Fireworks @ 8:45pm

Start bright and early with the Rosemary Beach Bike Decorating Contest & Breakfast followed by the Bike Parade throughout the Town Center. Enjoy an old-fashioned family field day on Western Green with sack races, water balloon toss, games prizes and more. Later in the evening, rock to the sounds of the different decades with our band the “Like Totally” Hep Cats on the Western Green. Enjoy a star spangled fireworks display from the beach courtesy of the Rosemary Beach Property Owners Association. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. 



South Walton 4th of July Parade
When: Wednesday, July 4th | 8:00am - 9:00pm
Where: Seagrove to Downtown Seaside

Seaside hosts the community's annual Independence Day parade along Scenic 30A. The parade starts at Seagrove Plaza and ends at Seaside where the party continues. Enjoy your day in town with special offers from our Seaside Merchants and capture all the fun with commemorative photos from the Merchant-sponsored Photo Airstream. Join your friends and neighbors for the annual July 4th Parade down Scenic Highway 30-A and concluding in Seaside with even more fun! The parade begins in Seagrove Beach and travels down 30A, ending in Seaside. After the parade, stick around for the awards presentation, face painting and other fun all around this favorite SoWal beach town. It is the perfect way to kick off your Independence Day! 

Make sure to reserve your spot on the lawn for a festive concert performance at 7pm followed by an unbelievable fireworks finale over the Gulf of Mexico around 8:30pm—an annual 4th of July Seaside tradition! Make sure to grab your seat on the lawn early, as space fills up quickly for this festive event.

Off site parking and shuttles into Seaside are available on July 4th from 6AM to Midnight at the County lot in Grayton Beach at Highway 283. Free to ride. 



Red, White & Baytowne 
When: Wednesday, July 4th | 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: The Village of Baytowne Wharf

Join Sandestin for its spectacular 4th of July Celebration. Enjoy a day of fun in the sun, then move the family over to The Village of Baytowne Wharf for an evening of family activities and that lights up the sky at Red, White and Baytowne from 6-10pm. The Village of Baytowne Wharf will have a host of kids activities, including kids' crafts, face painting, and balloon sculpting. Live music will be performed by Donovan Keith & The Funky Meat from 6-9 p.m. Grab your boogie shoes and join in the fun. Keep your eyes to the sky over the lagoon for the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration at 9:15 p.m. For additional details visit www.baytownewharf.com.


4th of July Concert & Fireworks at Alys Beach
When: Wednesday, July 4th | 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Where: Alys Beach Amphitheatre

Celebrate the 4th of July at Alys Beach from 6-9 pm with live music by the Celebrity Allstar Band followed by fireworks. Bring blankets, low back chairs and your favorite beverage and grab a spot on the amphitheater lawn. Food and beverage available. Free and open to the pubic. The Celebrity Allstars are a supergroup comprised of former members of Earth Wind & Fire, Eagles, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Janet Jackson, Kenny Loggins, Bette Midler,Mariah Carey, & Garth Brooks. Never before has an act of this collective caliber been available for the private events or corporate events market. Check out the band at: http://www.thecelebrityallstarband.com.


HarborWalk Village 4th of July 'Let Freedom Ring'
When: Wednesday, July 4th | 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Where: HarborWalk Village
Entertainment: WWII Vintage Airshow over the Destin Harbor @ 6:30  |  Modern Eldorados – An American Music Tribute on the Main Stage @ 7:00-9:00  |  Fireworks Show over the Destin Harbor @ 9:00  |  Just Add Fire on the Main Stage 9:15  |  Americana Music Videos on the Main Stage 9:30-Midnight

Join HarborWalk Village for their Let Freedom Ring on Wednesday, July 4th from 6:30 - 9:30pm. Wearing your most festive attire, prepare yourself for a day of fun and great drink specials at along the world famous Destin Harbor. Celebrate Americana and the heritage of the Destin Harbor all summer long every Thursday night until August 16th. The all-American celebration includes a one-of-a-kind WWII Vintage Airshow, Live On-stage Entertainment, and FIREWORKS over the Destin Harbor, followed by ‘Just Add Fire’, a unique fire spinning performance.


Star Spangled Spectacular Fireworks @ Pier Park
When: Wednesday, July 4th |  9:00pm
Where: Pier Park in Panama City Beach

Celebrate Indepe the largest fireworks display on the Gulf Coast. Each year there are dueling fireworks from the City (Russell-Fields) and County (MBMiller)Piers.   Pier Park is a popular place to view the fireworks show starting at 9pm. Grab a choice spot and enjoy the show! Head to the rooftop at The Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House for a front row seat. Or stroll the streets for a fun night of shopping, entertainment, cocktails and dining at Pier Park located on Front Beach Road.


Can’t Make July 4th Fireworks? 
July 3 – Smoke on the Coast – Destin Commons, Destin, FL 
July 5 – Let Freedom Ring Tribute – HarborWalk Village – Destin, FL 
July 10 – Boomin’ Tuesday – Baytowne Wharf – Miramar Beach, FL 
July 11 – Okaloosa Island Pier Fireworks – Fort Walton Beach, FL


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