Affordable Keys Home Residential Property for under $250,000 – From Key West to Key Largo It’s no secret that the Florida Keys are known for some very expensive real estate.  Often people think you have to spend a small fortune to find a place to live in these islands.  That’s not always the case. While there aren’t a lot, there are still properties on the market for under $250,000 throughout […]
bayfront When only the best will do . . . It’s no secret that the Florida Keys are home to some of the most spectacular waterfront properties in all of South Florida. Here are the top ten most expensive homes currently on the market in the Upper Keys. Not surprisingly, these homes boast impressive open water views and and represent truly luxurious island living. Go […]
closed sales January 2020 Sales compared to January 2019 Sales Click to enlarge When comparing January 2019 to January 2020, it shows that the real estate market in the Upper Keys remains stable. There were both gains and losses in average sales price across the various categories. More residential properties were sold in 2020 than in 2019, and the average sales prices remained consistent.  The […]
Florida Keys Just listed – 4 bedroom 3 bath home in Bay Harbor, Key Largo 120 South Bay Harbor Drive Homeowners Park, just down the street  This island home features two large bedrooms and shared bath on the main living level, and two bedrooms and two baths in the downstairs enclosure. Located on one and a half lots in a great neighborhood – Bay Harbor – this home has access […]
Building Permits What Can I Buy in the Florida Keys for under $250,000? It’s no secret that the Florida Keys is an expensive place to live. But there are still places you can find under the $250,000 price range. It may be a small condo, or a small home, and it may or may not be in need repairs and remodeling. In some cases, the homes are un-inhabitable, […]
Condominiums Can I Rent That Property I Purchased? Vacation Rentals. We know they are a popular choice among travelers, or sites like VRBO, HomeAway and AirBnB would not exist. The Florida Keys are no exception. Many an owner has offered their condo or home for vacation rentals to earn income that can offset the cost of owning and maintaining a home in the […]
1st Quarter Comparison How Does 2019 Compare to 2018 in Terms of Sales? The 2018 real estate market was a fairly brisk market, especially considering that much of the Keys was still recovering from Hurricane Irma in September of 2017.  While it’s true that many “investors” flooded the Keys, hoping to buy damaged properties from desperate sellers at bargain prices, many of the homes in the Upper Keys […]
buyers Buyers Beware – the seller of the home you’re looking at might be listening With the ever rising popularity of smart devices such as Amazon’s Echo and Alexa, in addition to in-home video surveillance systems, owners of homes on the market may be able to listen in, or even watch, while you tour their home. Sellers could be listening or watching to see what your reactions and comments are […]
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Construction Three Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper Buyers looking for an affordable way to purchase a home often consider buying one that needs updating or possibly even a complete remodel. Before you make that leap into the work of remodeling a home, consider these 3 points. 1 ~ Know the Local Zoning and Building Regulations.  That charming Conch cottage built back in […]
condos Condo Spotlight – Ocean Harbour in Islamorada, Florida Keys Not all condos in the Keys are created alike . . .   One of the biggest downside I hear from condo buyers is that many units feel like a box, with limited floorplans. Not so at Ocean Harbour.  These units have unique floorplans, and are some of the most spacious units in the Upper […]
Affordable Keys Home What Can You Purchase in the Florida Keys for Under $250,000? The Florida Keys have long been known as an ideal destination in South Florida, either as a place to vacation or a place to live full-time. The perception is that most places to live in the Keys are out of reach for many buyers. While it is true that the Keys are home to some […]
Atlantic Ocean Listing of the Day – 903 Lobster Lane, Tavernier, Florida Keys! This one is priced to sell! Sure, a lot of ads say that, but I really do believe this one is an excellent value.  Located in a popular Upper Keys neighborhood, this home has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths on the upper level and 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on the lower level. It is […]
Florida Keys Dream a Little . . . . It’s no secret that the Florida Keys are home to some of the most breathtaking island homes. The top ten luxury listings in the Florida Keys include open water homes overlooking either the Atlantic Ocean or Florida Bay, private compounds with multiple homes and even a private offshore island. Here is a list of the […]
Home For Sale Just Reduced $75,000 – 126 West Pippin in Islamorada, Florida This is a diamond in the rough! It’s almost unheard of to have a home on such a large piece of property in the Upper Florida Keys.  This four bedroom home is sitting on a huge lot with just shy of a half an acre.  The neighborhood has an optional homeowners association that you can […]
1st Quarter Comparison First Quarter 2017 VS 2018: How did Hurricane Irma Affect The Real Estate Market? As a real estate professional, I am asked the same question over and over: How’s the real estate market? Most of the time, it is just a curiosity that the person asking the question has about real estate in general. Post Hurricane Irma, the question has changed: How did Irma affect the real estate market. […]
closed sales Post Irma Real Estate Market – A Look at the Numbers Venetian Shores in Islamorada, the day of Hurricane Irma While Monroe County continues its recovery after Hurricane Irma made landfall in the Florida Keys on September 10th, the local real estate market continues to recover as well. Here is the real estate activity that has taken place since Irma. In the weeks since the storm, […]
Condominiums New Listing at Moon Bay in Key Largo – Offered at $430,000 Moon Bay . . . a gated, private condo community located in the heart of Key Largo at mile marker 104.3. This complex has a resort feel to it, with landscaped grounds and ample dockage in the private marina. Amenities at Moon Bay include a large heated swimming pool and adjacent wading/children’s pool, two lighted […]
Florida Keys The Real Estate Market After the Storm In the short three weeks since Hurricane Irma visited the Florida Keys, life is already beginning to return to “normal” for many in the area. Stores are open, schools are back in session, and the cleanup crews are working tirelessly to clean up our island home. But what effect will the storm have on the […]
Uncategorized How Do Hurricane Deductibles Work? I’d like to thank Tracie Sihle of Sihle Insurance Group for this information about hurricane deductibles. Many homeowners across South Florida will be making claims post-Irma. Most homeowners policies have an “all other peril” (AOP) deductible for losses caused by perils such as vandalism, fire, lightening, and theft and a separate deductible for hurricane losses. The hurricane deductible is mandated by […]
above flood Florida Keys Treehouse Escape! OK, so it’s not actually a tree house, but this home in Tavernier is surround by mature landscaping and trees, making it feel like you’re in a treehouse, only better. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home has a wonderful tropical feel. Open and airy, this home has an easy floor plan with large great room. […]