September Sales Market Highlights

Following the previous months, September was quite a busy month as well! Rolling right on into fall, we continue to stay busy with both buyers and sellers. Our area never ceases to provide a favorite place for young and old, all year round. It's proven to be a smart and satisfying move to purchase an investment property or second home here. We're looking forward to what the rest of fall will bring!     

Our team had an active share in the September market. We assisted our wonderful buyers in the sales of the following properties:

77 Pelayo Street 
48 East Milestone Drive | Unit C

We worked with our sellers to get these listings sold in the month of September:

Sterling Shores | Unit 219
Seacove | Unit 7E
Seascape Condo Garden Villa | Unit 39B

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

We also assisted our repeat client to get 20 Ballamore Road on the market in September.

The activity this year is exciting and we're hustling our way right through fall. We love staying in touch to keep both our buyers and sellers prepared for the rest of the fall market. This is a great time to perform some due diligence regarding purchasing property. 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 September:

The highest priced condo sold within the areas of Okaloosa Island, Destin, Sandestin, Miramar Beach, and 30A was: 

Viridian  • Unit 402

30A East

$2,900,000

4 Bed | 3.5 Bath 

3,831 Square Feet 







The highest priced home sold within the areas of Okaloosa Island, Destin, Sandestin, Miramar Beach, and 30A was: 

278 W Water Street 

Rosemary Beach

$5,900,000 

7 Bed | 8 Bath | 2 Half Bath

5,463 Square Feet

Just Sold | Waterscape Resort | Unit B610 | Okaloosa Island, FL

2 Bed  |  2.5 bath  |  1,296 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $487,000

We're thrilled to say we worked both sides of this closing! Our sellers were wonderful to work with to get this unit sold to our repeat buyers who were looking to add to their real estate holdings in the area. Overall, this was a great sale!

Waterscape Resort is Okaloosa Island's top family resort, and this two-bedroom unit is on the west side facing the lay-z-river with great views of the Gulf of Mexico. This elegantly furnished and rental ready unit is in one best locations in the building and is completely turn-key. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, breakfast bar, and solid wood cabinetry. A stackable washer/dryer is located in a storage space adjoining the kitchen. Both of the two bedrooms offer views of the balcony and a hallway bunk area provides a cozy spot for the kids. This unit is one of the top grossing units within Waterscape, with over $52,000 in rental income in 2016. The perfect investment property! 

Waterscape features 10,000 square feet of amenities including: 490 feet of beachfront, two hot tubs, fully equipped fitness center, gas barbeque grills, large conference room, lay-z-river pool, wading pool, spray water toys, zero-entry pool, tropical pavilion, 10-foot waterfall, game room, and covered parking. 

As mentioned in our previous blog, professional photography matters! And this case was no exception. 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 YouTube, Google+, and Pinterest.

Professional photos highlight each spectacular feature of the property.

We featured Waterscape amenities and the surrounding lifestyle which included 490 feet of beachfront, two hot tubs, fully equipped fitness center, gas barbeque grills, large conference room, lay-z-river pool, wading pool, spray water toys, zero-entry pool, tropical pavilion, 10-foot waterfall, game room, and covered parking, and close to shopping, entertainment, and restaurants.

Click here to see more units for sale at Waterscape Resort!

What You Need to Know: Four-Point Insurance Inspections

Just about everybody knows about home inspections as part of the due diligence prior to closing a transaction. Are you aware of four-point home inspections required by many insurance companies when writing a policy for a single-family home? 

Specifically, most insurance providers for older homes (25 years or older) will require this above and beyond the standard home inspection. The concern is that there may be conditions in an older home that could be liabilities. This four-point assessment will show explicitly what the insurance needs are as well as expose liabilities. 

While there is no industry-wide standard form, some insurance companies have created their own forms and some accept forms used by certified property inspectors. These forms will include the requisite four areas of examination: 

• Electrical
• HVAC (heating, cooling, ventilation)
• Plumbing
• Roof

Insurance companies want to confirm that these four important (and expensive) components in the home are working as intended within the manufacturer specifications. The inspector will evaluate these components based on the current working condition, scheduled maintenance checks, and service life expectancy. Upgrades and updates will decrease the insurance premium and will be noted on the form. 

The insurance companies are looking for these four systems to be in generally good working condition and that they are not at the end of their service life. In the end, this inspection gives both the buyer and the insurer confidence in the home's vital systems.

Need assistance selling your home? Give us a call.

Just Sold | Gulf Place Town Center East | Unit 220 | 30A

1 Bed  |  1 bath  |  570 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $220,000

Another listing sold along 30A! This sweet little condo with a beach view was a pleasure to list and sell for yet another one of our wonderful clients!

Check out the details of the sale: 

Located in Gulf Place along desirable 30A and mere steps from its white, sugar-sand beaches this 2nd floor unit is fabulous! This charming one bedroom unit features high ceilings, a full kitchen, tile flooring throughout, and a spacious bathroom with garden tub. The large kitchen, dining, and living areas all flow together to create an open and airy feel. French doors lead to the cozy balcony where you can take in the Gulf views and salty sea breeze. This unit is projected to gross $24k+ in rentals.

Owners and renters at Gulf Place have access to three pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, as well as unique shopping boutiques, restaurants, concerts, and farmers markets. With everything within walking distance, they say Gulf Place is the place where distance is measured in footsteps. Paradise! 

As mentioned in our previous blog, professional photography matters! And this case was no exception. 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 YouTube, Google+, and Pinterest. In addition, we create a blog for your property.  

We also featured Gulf Place amenities and the surrounding lifestyle.

Interested in selling your property? 

Give us a call!

Just Sold | 2801 Ping Lane | Crestview, FL

3 Bed  |  2 bath  |  1,648 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $166,000

It's always gratifying to assist clients on both sides of a sale. That's just what we did for this closing!  

Our fantastic seller entrusted us with placing this investment home on the market, so we got right to work. 
  
Our buyers, Jennifer and Bill, are first time home buyers and the great features of this home were just what they were looking for. We couldn't be happier for this wonderful little family!    

Check out the details of the sale: 

This charming brick home is tucked away in the quiet neighborhood of Pinnacle Point. Enter to find a cozy living area complete with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and french doors leading to the screened-in patio overlooking the spacious fenced-in backyard. The large kitchen has abundant cabinet space and a walk-in pantry. Two guest bedrooms have features such as large arched windows, built-in shelves, and more. A full hall bath accommodates guests. The master bedroom is spacious, has a large walk-in closet, and an attached bath. A two car garage provides storage and parking. Just updated with a new roof and the following new items: Appliances, garage door opener, entire septic drain field and ceiling fans. This is a wonderful family home!

As mentioned in our previous blog, professional photography matters! And this case was no exception. Check out the various marketing methods that we used to create a cohesive brand for this great home. 

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

YouTube video tour of the property. We also post to Facebook, Google+, and Pinterest.

Interested in selling your property? 

Give us a call!

Just Sold | 313 Mattie Kelly Boulevard | Destin, FL

3 Bed  |  2.5 bath  |  1,543 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $215,000

Our long time client – who we've worked with as both seller and buyer in the past – asked us to assist him again in the purchase of this great townhome located in the heart of Destin. As always, it was our pleasure to work with him again! 

Ideally located in the heart of Destin and recently updated, this townhome features touches such as granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, crown molding, and more. This beautiful 3 bedroom 2.5 bath unit is complete with a garage and private patio made to enjoy your morning coffee. Centrally located and close to beaches, shopping, sports complex, and dog park makes this townhome a great investment opportunity. 

Click here to see more townhomes for sale in Destin!

Local Events | October 2017

69th Annual Destin Fishing Rodeo | October 1 - 31 | Destin Harbor

This 69-year old signature-fishing tournament highlights the diversity of fishing in the Emerald Coast’s target rich emerald green waters. It is “must-fish” tournament for locals and visitors alike in “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”. Daily competition and weigh-ins keep the action going all month long. Come one – come all!



39th Annual Destin Seafood Festival | October 5 - 7 | Destin Harbor

This is so much more than a festival. It is a tribute to the rich history of the Destin Harbor. Activities taking place at the festival include fireworks, arts, crafts, fresh local food, kids' activities and live music. Approximately 70,000 locals and visitors are expected to attend this FREE festival!


The Walton County Fair | October 9-14 | Fair Grounds in DeFuniak Springs

Lots of family fun for the week! The Fair provides an opportunity for youth and adults alike to showcase their talents for artwork, handicrafts, growing crops, rearing livestock, and more! This is an excellent forum to bring the community together for great food, fun, and entertainment.

10th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival | October 13-14, 2017 | Baytowne Wharf

The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Bring together the #1 Resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast, beautiful October weather and a festive beer tasting and you have a winning combination for fun in the sun at the Baytowne Beer Festival this October. Known as the “Best Beer Fest on the Emerald Coast,” this popular event features more than 40 on-site craft brewers, nearly 200 domestic and international craft beers, seminars, samplings and live music. Beer novices to beer lovers will be able to sample delicious options, including specialty, seasonal and not-yet-released beers. 

22nd Annual Festival of the Arts | Oct 28 - Oct 29 | MKAF Cultural Arts Village 

A celebration of art, music, food and family fun, the Festival will showcase the original artwork of more than 100 artists and a live music lineup, a food bistro, wine & beer garden, art activities for kids, souvenir posters and t-shirts, art raffle drawing and more!


Farmers Markets

The 30A Farmers Market is an International Farmers Market Event, featuring foods from around the world, as well as wth delicious food from the South. 

30A Farmers Market has weekly markets in three locations in South Walton: 

30A Farmers Market at Rosemary Beach | Sundays 9am-1pm 
30A Farmers Market at 30Avenue | Thursdays 9am-1pm 
Grand Boulevard Farmers Market | Saturdays 9am-1pm 

The Seaside Farmers Market is comprised of local growers and craftspeople who offer food and other products that are healthy and environmentally conscious. 

They have a weekly year-round schedule: 

Seaside Amphitheater | Seasonal Hours:  
Spring and Summer | Saturdays/Tuesdays 8am-12pm 
Fall and Winter | Saturdays 9am-1pm