November 2018 | Condo & Home Sales Market Highlights

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

With so many visitors in town for the holidays, the month of November is a busy time for real estate agents. 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 November market, while continuing to stay prepared for the coming new year! 

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

Ariel Dunes II | Unit 1909
Islander | Unit 206
Nautilus | Unit 2310
Beachside II at Sandestin | Unit 301

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

Fairways at Seascape | Unit 7E
El Matador | Unit 242

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

Royal Seaesta | Unit 9
Nautilus | Unit 2310

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

The activity this year has been exciting and we're preparing for even more in the coming new year. We love staying in touch to keep both our buyers and sellers prepared and on top of the market. This is a great time to perform some due diligence regarding purchasing property. With the beginning of winter a few days away, spring is just around the corner. 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 November:  

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

Thirty-One

30A East

$4,100,000

4 Bed | 4.5 Bath

4,503 Square Feet  

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

618 Gulf Shore Drive

Destin

$6,520,000

9 Bed | 10.5 Bath 

9,000 Square Feet 

Just Sold | Gulf Crest Townhomes | Unit 5 | Miramar Beach, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  984 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $205,000

Our buyers both went into retirement and were looking to spend their time between their hometown in Ohio and the rest in Destin! The search for their ideal property started in 2016 and they requested Jay's help to find it. As soon as Jay saw this unit hit the market he knew this was the perfect property and that it would sell fast. He immediately let our clients know the details of the property and got a contract in quick. We're happy to say our buyers couldn't be happier with their new little piece of paradise!  

This two bedroom unit is one of only seven properties located in Gulf Crest Townhomes which is a low density community located just steps from the sugar sand beaches and popular beachfront restaurant Pompano Joe's. Very well maintained and fully furnished, this unit gives our buyers plenty of options as this property makes for an excellent rental, full time, or second residence. A great little paradise.

Gulf Crest Townhomes has a community pool and sits just steps from the beach and popular Pompano Joe's beachfront restaurant. Just minutes away are many other restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options. So much to do in paradise!

Click here to view other condos for sale in Destin!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!

Just Sold | 40 Topaz Cove | Miramar Beach, FL

3 Bed  |  3 Bath  |  2,072 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $410,000

Our sellers of Unit 9 at Royal Seaesta just became our buyers in Emerald Shores! Desiring to move their vacation spot to a home in a subdivision, we thought Emerald Shores was just the place. 

This wonderful coastal home is in a prime location just steps from the beach in the highly desired neighborhood of Emerald Shores! With two master suites, an additional bedroom, and three bathrooms this is the perfect family vacation home for our clients. Both upstairs bedrooms feature private balconies while the downstairs master opens to a private patio. The third bedroom shares a bathroom with the large bonus room. With great potential as a vacation rental, the spacious bonus room can easily be made into a large bunk room to capture a larger number of guests and to yield a more profitable return. A real paradise!  

Emerald Shores is a gated community accessible from both Scenic 98 and Highway 98 for the convenience of its residents and guests. The community has deeded beach access with a pavilion, beach services, restrooms, showers, and even a tiki bar. In addition, the property has two seasonally heated pools, tennis, basketball, and shuffleboard courts. Just minutes away are many restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options. So much to do in paradise!

Click here to view other homes for sale in Emerald Shores!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!

Just Sold | El Matador | Unit 242 | Okaloosa Island, FL

2 Bedroom  |  2 Bath  |  1,035 Square Feet  | Selling Price: $265,000

We got right to work when our clients decided it was time to sell their two bedroom unit at El Matador on Okaloosa Island. They've thoroughly enjoyed this Gulf view unit, but decided it was time to upgrade their views to Gulf front! We love that our clients can't get enough of our stunning coastline, so it was a pleasure to get this unit sold for them! 

Take in the salty sea breeze and serene views of both the Intercoastal Waterway and Gulf of Mexico from this fourth floor unit at El Matador on Okaloosa Island. A beautiful unit, you'll find yourself right at home with a spacious master bed and attached bath with a garden tub and walk in closet. A guest bedroom and bath are located in the north end of the unit. The kitchen provides abundant cabinet storage and a pantry. A cozy living area has glass sliders that lead to the balcony overlooking the grass courtyard and Gulf. This is a wonderful rental unit through the busy season or a favorite home away from home for snowbirds in the winter. El Matador community features include: gated security, two pools, fitness center, tennis courts, lounge, grilling areas, and abundant beach frontage. Simply paradise. 

Click here to explore other units for sale at El Matador!

Just Sold | Beachside II | Unit 301 | Sandestin, FL

1 Bed  |  1 Bath  |  972 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $421,000

Our repeat buyers are savvy investors adding to their real estate portfolio. This is our client's fourth investment in the area. Born and raised locally but residing in Georgia, they find Emerald Coast properties excellent investments! 

Soak in spectacular views of the stunning coastline from this tenth floor unit at Beachside II in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. The unit has recently been remodeled and features refreshing coastal décor, new fully equipped kitchen, master bedroom with a king size bed and spacious living and dining rooms. This one bedroom one bath condo also has a separate bunk room for the kids, comfortably sleeping six. Take in the sea breeze and breathtaking sunsets from the spacious balcony. A real paradise!  

Resting on the south side of Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, Beachside II provides a wonderful family friendly vacation spot with amenities including a Gulf-side pool, serene lakes, bike paths, basketball and tennis courts, miniature golf, four championship golf courses, and so much more. Shopping, dining and live entertainment at The Village of Baytowne Wharf is a just a quick tram, golf cart, or bike ride away through the convenient underground tunnel that gets you from one side of the resort to the other. So much to do in paradise!

Click here to view other units for sale at Beachside in Sandestin!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!

Just Sold | Nautilus | Unit 2310 | Fort Walton Beach, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  1,100 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $232,000

Our long-time client knows a great deal when he sees one! 

Not wanting to pass up on the opportunity, our client jumped at the chance to own this unit at the Gulf front community of Nautilus on Okaloosa Island. With plans to utilize the condo as a rental income producing property, we were thrilled to assist our client with a quick closing on this savvy investment move!  

This condo has been beautifully updated and stylishly decorated. Refreshing Gulf views can be enjoyed from the balcony, main living area and master bedroom suite! The glass sliders open to the balcony to expand your views and make the gulf front condo feel airy and spacious. The large kitchen and split bedrooms make this unit ideal for families on vacation, making this a great investment property!  

Nestled on desirable Okaloosa Island, Nautilus provides a wonderful family friendly spot with amenities including a private swimming pool, barbecue grills and picnic area, direct beach access, and is close to plenty of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Paradise.

Click here to view other units for sale at Nautilus!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!

Just Sold | The Islander | Unit 206 | Destin, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  987 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $328,000

This sale was a family affair! 

Our clients, a husband and wife along with her brother, make up the thrilled new owners of this lovely unit at The Islander in Destin. With two of them working in the medical field and spending much time with their patients, they all decided Destin was the perfect getaway for the entire family. We helped them find the right property, for the right price, making this their perfect paradise! Don't take our word for it – here's what our clients had to say in a review they left for us: 

"Jay was amazing! We were only able to be there for the weekend and he came prepared! He had a bound book with all the properties and created a schedule so that we could see them all! He even was able to find us a new one when the one we looked at was not available. Jay was able to determine our preferences even when we weren't sure what they were. He is a true professional." 

We're so happy that our clients get to enjoy time together and make new memories in paradise. Take a look at a few details of the condo they decided on!

Located on the second floor this newly renovated fully furnished condo is turn key and ready to enjoy. With two bedrooms, two full baths, and a sleeper sofa, this unit can comfortably sleep six. The living room features glass sliders that lead to the balcony and maximize Gulf views from the main living areas. The kitchen is equipped with new stainless steel appliances and overlooks the dining and living area. The master suite features a king bed and Gulf views. The guest suite makes smart use of the space with a queen bed and custom built bunk beds.

Nestled on desirable Holiday Isle in Destin, The Islander complex is gated and newly remodeled providing wonderful amenities including a private swimming pool, hot tubs, covered pavilion, shuffle board areas, barbecue grills, picnic area, tennis and basketball courts, and of course beach frontage. Paradise.

Click here to view other units for sale at The Islander!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!

Just Sold | Ariel Dunes II | 1909 | Miramar Beach, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  1,230 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $345,000

Remember our sellers from the wonderful Summer Breeze unit? They just upgraded to this stunning unit at Ariel Dunes II in Seascape Golf & Beach Resort! Ariel Dunes continues to be one of the most popular condos sold in Miramar Beach this year.

This 19th floor unit is the perfect upgrade to paradise! Newly remodeled and decorated, this two bedroom unit also has a separate bunk room for additional guests. Panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico will take your breath away when you step out onto the oversized balcony. Enjoy the endless view of the emerald waters and white sand beaches from your master suite, living, and dining room areas. Additional features include: tile flooring throughout, SS kitchen appliances, granite countertop, new paint, new light fixtures, window treatments, and fresh coastal décor. A little more paradise and the perfect upgrade for our clients.

Seascape amenities and the surrounding lifestyle include 4 pools totaling 24,000 square feet with seasonally heated areas, on-site restaurant: Cabana Cafe, 18-hole golf course and pro shop, eight tennis courts, basketball courts, beach front restaurant: Whale's Tail, new Towne Centre full of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, 2,000 feet of beautiful deeded beachfront, and more. Simply paradise.

Click here to view other units for sale in Ariel Dunes!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!

Just Sold | Fairways at Seascape 9E | Miramar Beach, FL

3 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  1,308 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $252,900

We were able to get this unit under contract in just 10 days!

Our sellers purchased this unit as a foreclosure in July of 2015 as a remodel project. They loved the process of remodeling so much, they decided it was time to sell this unit to move onto another project! 

This ground floor Fairway Villa is nestled inside the renowned Seascape Golf & Beach Resort. With three bedrooms and a flowing floor plan this renovated unit has all the comforts for the perfect second home or rental unit including: updated galley kitchen with new granite countertops, renovated bathrooms, laundry closet, and spacious patio overlooking amazing eastern views of the golf course and lake. Paradise. 

Explore 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.

   

YouTube post featuring a video tour of the property. We also post to Facebook, Google+, and Pinterest.
Professional photos highlight each spectacular feature of the property.  

We featured Seascape amenities and the surrounding lifestyle including 18-hole golf course and pro shop, eight tennis courts, basketball courts, beach front restaurant: Whale's Tail, new Towne Centre full of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, 2,000 feet of beautiful deeded beachfront, and more. Paradise!

Click here to view other units for sale in Seascape!

Thinking of selling or buying? Give us a call!