Century 21Florida KeysKey LargoNew ListingPort Largosingle family homeSolar PowerTracy Larson April 12, 2013

New Key Largo Listing in Desirable Port Largo Neighborhood

72 Bahama Avenue – Port Largo

Harness
the sun in this beautiful three bedroom, two bath home in Port Largo.  This home features an impressive solar panel system on the metal roof – one of the largest in the Upper Keys.  The open dining and living area separate the master bedroom from the guest area, which has privacy doors from the living room.  The kitchen features newer appliances and a pass-thru window to the dining room, as well as a large laundry and food pantry closet. All windows have roll-down hurricane shutters

72 Bahama Avenue – Living Room

Downstairs you’ll find an enclosure that is legal and above flood, providing ample storage. There is covered parking for your cars and/or small boat.


The homeowners park is very close by and features a sandy beach, picnic areas and a community boat ramp.  Additionally, there is another community park with baseball fields, water park and swimming pool, fitness track and more.  

Contact me for more information or to arrange a private showing.


Offered at $369,000




Uncategorized March 12, 2013

Under Contract – Two properties in Key Largo

I’m pleased to announce that two of my listings have gone under contract, with closings expected to take place soon. 

Moon Bay, Key Largo, Florida

The first property to go under contract was the listing of a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at Moon Bay.  This unit was on the market for just over 2 weeks when it went under contract.  Offered turn-key
& tropically furnished for an island lifestyle. This top floor end
unit has been upgraded & is handicapped accessible with elevator,
low threshold entry & shower, tile floors, widened doorways, &
more.

66 South Andros Road, Key Largo, Florida

The second property that was put under contract was a vacant lot in Key Largo with approved plans and active permits for a 5 bedroom, 3 bath home just one lot from the open water.  Just minutes to great fishing & diving spots in the Keys, including
Elbow Reef, Carysfort Lighthouse & the famous Spiegel Grove. Close
to the 18 Mile Stretch, making this a perfect choice for commuting to
and from the Florida Keys from South Florida.

The market is very active right now, so if you’re in the market to purchase, act now while rates are still low and there is a nice selection in inventory.
  
 

Uncategorized March 12, 2013

Under Contract – Two properties in Key Largo

I’m pleased to announce that two of my listings have gone under contract, with closings expected to take place soon. 

Moon Bay, Key Largo, Florida

The first property to go under contract was the listing of a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at Moon Bay.  This unit was on the market for just over 2 weeks when it went under contract.  Offered turn-key
& tropically furnished for an island lifestyle. This top floor end
unit has been upgraded & is handicapped accessible with elevator,
low threshold entry & shower, tile floors, widened doorways, &
more.

66 South Andros Road, Key Largo, Florida

The second property that was put under contract was a vacant lot in Key Largo with approved plans and active permits for a 5 bedroom, 3 bath home just one lot from the open water.  Just minutes to great fishing & diving spots in the Keys, including
Elbow Reef, Carysfort Lighthouse & the famous Spiegel Grove. Close
to the 18 Mile Stretch, making this a perfect choice for commuting to
and from the Florida Keys from South Florida.

The market is very active right now, so if you’re in the market to purchase, act now while rates are still low and there is a nice selection in inventory.
  
 

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Just Listed! A-501 Moon Bay, Key Largo

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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 tennis courts, marina with deeded
slips and bayfront tiki, spacious club house with rooftop deck, boat ramp, as
well as picnic & BBQ areas. 

The
complex is located on the Overseas Highway and has an electronic gate for added
security. Each unit has assigned parking.

Weekly rentals are allowed in the complex, making this a perfect
investment in the Keys that can use to generate income while you are not staying
in your unit.

A-501 – year round residence or vacation rental investment! Take in the bay views from
this 2BD/1.5BA condo w/ deeded boat slip in the marina. Quick ocean access via
Adams Cut. Offered turn-key & tropically furnished for an island lifestyle.
This top floor end unit has
been upgraded & is handicapped accessible with elevator, low threshold
entry & shower, tile floors, widened doorways, & more.

Offered at $275,000 
For more information about Moon Bay visit www.MoonBayKeyLargo.com
 

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Just Listed! A-501 Moon Bay, Key Largo

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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 tennis courts, marina with deeded
slips and bayfront tiki, spacious club house with rooftop deck, boat ramp, as
well as picnic & BBQ areas. 

The
complex is located on the Overseas Highway and has an electronic gate for added
security. Each unit has assigned parking.

Weekly rentals are allowed in the complex, making this a perfect
investment in the Keys that can use to generate income while you are not staying
in your unit.

A-501 – year round residence or vacation rental investment! Take in the bay views from
this 2BD/1.5BA condo w/ deeded boat slip in the marina. Quick ocean access via
Adams Cut. Offered turn-key & tropically furnished for an island lifestyle.
This top floor end unit has
been upgraded & is handicapped accessible with elevator, low threshold
entry & shower, tile floors, widened doorways, & more.

Offered at $275,000 
For more information about Moon Bay visit www.MoonBayKeyLargo.com
 

Florida KeysKey LargoKey WestMarket Activitynew listingspending salesSold ListingsSugarloaf January 22, 2013

Florida Keys Market Update – January 14th thru January 20th, 2013

Its hard to believe that January is almost come to an end!  Seems like New Year’s Eve was just days ago!

The third week of January saw 106 new listings placed on the market, 70 properties under contract and 25 properties closed.

New Listing – 703 Elizabeth Street

New listings include this perfect Key West cottage in the heart of Old Town, Key West.  It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and in-ground swimming pool and even has rare off-street parking.  This is the life in Key West! It is listed at just $695,000.

Pending Sale – 19788 Canal Drive

Pending sales include a home on Sugarloaf that has loads of Keys charm. Custom built, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has over 2,000 sq. ft of living space. Located on a street that has homes on one side, and a canal on the other, this home has a small area for dockage.  It was offered at $299,999 at tie of contract.

Sold Listing – 11 South Drive

Sold homes include a true fixer-upper in Key Largo in Stillwright Point.  This 2 bedroom, 2 bath wood frame home. It has an above ground pool and does need a significant amount of work. Still, it is on an open canal with quick bay access and has the potential to be a great home. It sold for just $335,000.

To view the listings, follow the links below:

New Listings
Pending Sales
Closed Sales

Listing information is gathered from the Florida Keys Multiple Listing Service (MLS).  Listing links will automatically expire after 2/21/2013

Florida KeysKey LargoKey WestMarket Activitynew listingspending salesSold ListingsSugarloaf January 22, 2013

Florida Keys Market Update – January 14th thru January 20th, 2013

Its hard to believe that January is almost come to an end!  Seems like New Year’s Eve was just days ago!

The third week of January saw 106 new listings placed on the market, 70 properties under contract and 25 properties closed.

New Listing – 703 Elizabeth Street

New listings include this perfect Key West cottage in the heart of Old Town, Key West.  It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and in-ground swimming pool and even has rare off-street parking.  This is the life in Key West! It is listed at just $695,000.

Pending Sale – 19788 Canal Drive

Pending sales include a home on Sugarloaf that has loads of Keys charm. Custom built, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has over 2,000 sq. ft of living space. Located on a street that has homes on one side, and a canal on the other, this home has a small area for dockage.  It was offered at $299,999 at tie of contract.

Sold Listing – 11 South Drive

Sold homes include a true fixer-upper in Key Largo in Stillwright Point.  This 2 bedroom, 2 bath wood frame home. It has an above ground pool and does need a significant amount of work. Still, it is on an open canal with quick bay access and has the potential to be a great home. It sold for just $335,000.

To view the listings, follow the links below:

New Listings
Pending Sales
Closed Sales

Listing information is gathered from the Florida Keys Multiple Listing Service (MLS).  Listing links will automatically expire after 2/21/2013

Florida KeysKey LargoSeafoodStone Crab January 22, 2013

Craving some seafood? The Key Largo Stone Crab & Seafood Festival is this weekend!

This weekend, January 26th & 27th, the annual Key Largo Stone Crab & Seafood Festival will be serving up some of the best seafood from the Florida Keys.

Held at Rowell’s Marina Mile Marker 104.5, bayside, this annual festival draws people from all over South Florida.  Admission is just a small $5 fee. Children under 12 are free. 

It’s not just about wandering from booth to booth, though.  There is a full schedule each day, with conch fritter eating contests, shrimp eating contests, cooking demonstrations, fishing demonstrations, games, live music and even a magic show.

Not a seafood lover? No problem. There will also be burgers, hot dogs, sausage and chicken wings for the land lovers.

For a complete list of activities and more information visit www.keylargoseafoodfestival.com

Florida KeysKey LargoSeafoodStone Crab January 22, 2013

Craving some seafood? The Key Largo Stone Crab & Seafood Festival is this weekend!

This weekend, January 26th & 27th, the annual Key Largo Stone Crab & Seafood Festival will be serving up some of the best seafood from the Florida Keys.

Held at Rowell’s Marina Mile Marker 104.5, bayside, this annual festival draws people from all over South Florida.  Admission is just a small $5 fee. Children under 12 are free. 

It’s not just about wandering from booth to booth, though.  There is a full schedule each day, with conch fritter eating contests, shrimp eating contests, cooking demonstrations, fishing demonstrations, games, live music and even a magic show.

Not a seafood lover? No problem. There will also be burgers, hot dogs, sausage and chicken wings for the land lovers.

For a complete list of activities and more information visit www.keylargoseafoodfestival.com

FloridaKeysMarket DataSalesYearly Comparison January 21, 2013

Yearly Comparison – 2011 VS 2012. Is the real estate market in the Keys recovering?

After I finished a comparison of the 4th quarter of 2011 to the 4th quarter of 2012 in the Upper Keys, I was asked to do the same comparison for the two full years.  This is what I found:

Every segment of the market saw an increase in average sales price. Most segments also saw an increase in number of sales, while canalfront home saw a slightly lower number of sales. Condos were the most affected in terms of number of sales, with 107 closings in 2012 compared to 134 closings in 2011.

Overall, this is a good sign that the real estate market is enjoying a healthy recovery.  Prices are not surging upward at dramatic rates, but they are increasing.

If you’re considering a purchase in the near future, now is the time to make a move while prices are still improving and rates are still competitive.

What are your thoughts?  Do these increases indicate a recovering market? Please share in the comments section.

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