Stuart FL 34996 Condo Market Report April 2015

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2015

For April 2015 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 110 active condo listings (Unchanged from last month).

55 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Decreased by 6 condos from March).

23 Condos Sold in April (Decreased by 13 condos from March)

The Stuart FL 34996 Condo Market was very strong for April. Activity eased slightly from last month’s hot pace, but this is still a strong market with a lot of activity. While both pending and closed sales were off from last month, this is still a hot area for Stuart condos.

The current absorption rate for the Stuart Florida condos in ZIP Code 34996 – decreased to 4.8 months from March’s 3.1 months . Still a strong sellers market. A balanced market is considered to occur when the absorption rate is from 6 to 7 months.

The numbers for April 2014 were: 142 active listings, 46 pending sales and 41 closed sales. Better closed activity for last year, but with considerably more inventory. Also, better pending activity this year, which may mean good sales activity in the coming months.

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Spacious Coral Point Pool Home Open House

05.17.15 by Gabe Sanders

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Enjoy this gorgeous and spacious 3 (possibly 4) bedroom home in the Coral Point community of Rocky Point in Stuart, FL. Live large in this open floor plan home that has two large master bedroom suites and an office/den. Enjoy the Florida weather in your own private pool and lanai off the great room and kitchen. And, the kitchen, right from the food Channel, with a center island cooktop and copper hooded draft, granite countertops, convection oven, wine rack, recessed lighting and more. The living area features abundant room for entertaining along with a wet bar. The upstairs master bedroom suite and office both feature large screened balconies. The large lot is located next to common areas and greatly increases the privacy and green space surrounding the home. As a bonus, there’s a day dock and fishing pier available just a few steps away.

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After Easter, Stuart Spring Real Estate Season Blossoms

05.16.15 by Gabe Sanders

After Easter, Stuart Spring Real Estate Season Blossoms

When the first spring day comes along (as opposed to the first day of spring), a goodly proportion of our Stuart residents feel the annual pull toward the garden store aisles. Even those who’ve stoutly resisted ordering seeds, gardening tools, or any of the other back yard paraphernalia the catalogs kept hawking all winter can succumb to this particular Call of Nature.

Burpee, Scotts and Miracle-Gro shareholders can relax: spring has sprung.

The Stuart spring real estate selling season starts stirring, too, pretty much in lockstep with the appearance of the tulips. Whether or not the tulips have succeeded in poking up out of the ground, it’s a cinch that by this time they will have made colorful appearances on store shelves everywhere, just like the Peeps and chocolate bunnies. Unlike the rest of the early spring’s trappings, though, the spring real estate phenomenon doesn’t disappear from sight once Easter Sunday is a memory. In fact, it picks up steam.

There are any number of explanations why spring real estate in Stuart is always expected to ramp up. Part of the reason is the calendar. For families with children, if a move is going to involve a change in school districts, summer vacation is the least disruptive time of year for it to happen, so spring is the time to start house hunting. Part of the reason is due to the comparative difficulty of selling a home in wintertime: not only can foul weather make it harder to keep a home at its showy best, it also can throw a monkey wrench into property maintenance and the few cosmetic fixes that almost every home could use before it hits the Stuart listings. The result is a certain amount of bottled-up inventory that bursts onto the scene all at once—and springtime is the single time of the year when that happens.

Then there is the automatic momentum effect. When you sell a Stuart home, most families need to turn around and buy the next. The National Association of Realtors^® tells us that the spring real estate selling season may actually be stronger than the numbers indicate, because many sales that really did begin “in season” don’t actually close until summer begins. Spring real estate as a phenomenon is “real” enough that you can’t blame them for lines like “Spring brings rain and flowers—and possibly extra green in the final sales price of your home.”

The spring real estate selling season is indeed underway, so if you are planning on listing your own Stuart home anytime soon, now is a great time to give us a call. It’s the best way to take advantage of the traditional boom in prospective buyers!

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Stuart FL 34996 Residential Market Report April 2015

05.16.15 by Gabe Sanders

Stuart FL 34996 Residential Market Report April 2015

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34996, Residential Sales for April 2015

For April 2015 in the Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34996 Florida :

There are currently 173 active listings (Up by 6 homes from March).

29 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down by 8 homes from March).

18 Homes Sold in April (Decreased by 3 homes from March).

The 34996 zip code area of the Stuart Florida residential real estate market retreated from the improved numbers of last month. Both pending sales as well as closed sales were off for the month as compared to March. A little bit of a disappointing report especially when looking at our other Stuart markets.

The one month absorption rate for the 34996 zip code area of Stuart Florida for April increased to 9.6 months as compared to March’s 7.9 months. Drifting to even a stronger buyers’ market. A balanced market, favoring neither buyer or seller is considered to be around a 6 to 7 month absorption rate.

The numbers for April of 2014 were: 186 active listings, 52 pending sales and 11 closed sales. Better sales activity this year, but the pending sales are off as compared to last year, which may mean slower sales in the immediate future.

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Stuart FL 34994 Condo Market Report April 2015

05.15.15 by Gabe Sanders

Stuart FL 34994 Condo Market Report April 2015

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Condo Sales for April 2015

For April 2015 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 93 active condo listings (Decreased by 2 condos from March).

40 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Decreased by 6 condo from last month)

19 Condos Sold in April (Unchanged from March).

The Stuart FL 34994 Condo market showed strong activity for April 2015. Very similar activity to last month with a drop in pending sales which may indicate a decrease in future closed sales.

The one month absorption rate decreased to 4.9 months compared to last month’s 5.0. Continuing as a seller’s market. Typically a real estate market is considered to be a balanced market with an absorption rate of 6 to 7 months. Meaning neither the buyers or sellers have an advantage in the real estate market.

Last April the numbers were 111 active listings, 56 pending sales, and 23 closed sales. For the 34994 zip code area of Stuart, this year’s activity is not quite as robust as it was for April 2014.

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Indian River Drive Waterfront Pool Home Sold

05.15.15 by Gabe Sanders

Indian River Drive Waterfront Pool Home Sold

8801 S Indian River Drive has recently sold by Rusty Abbott of the BlueWater Realty Team. This waterfront home sold for $485,000.

A very special home built for entertaining on a spacious 2.45 acre lot. Sunken family room with wood burning fireplace, custom Pecky Cypress Bar with red brick walls and rod iron gates in great room, living room with second fireplace with redbrick fascia, built in bunk beds with slate floor in what could be 4th bedroom, pool with gazebo and additional cooking area and bathroom, and enough back yard to practice your nine iron. Not to be outdone, the Savanna State Preserve backs up to this property and some of the best fishing in the Indian River (Intracoastal Waterway) is right off your dock.

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Palm City Homeowners Association Rules are well worth the Read!

05.14.15 by Gabe Sanders

Palm City Homeowners Association Rules are well worth the Read!

It does seem that whenever a story about some faraway homeowners association finds its way into our newspapers, nearly always it’s because something has gone awry. Either there’s an ongoing dispute about a flag display (“Indiana Couple Violate Rules for Flying U.S. Flag”), a fencing disagreement (“Border Feud is Childish and Dangerous”), or something else to catch readers’ eyes. The pettier, the better (“North Carolina Man in Dispute over Pansies Planted in Common Area”). Why does this hit the local news? Let’s face it: it is sort of fun to read about!

The downside is that when those instances are all we hear about, it can lead Palm City buyers to believe they should stay away properties with HOAs when they are buying a home. But the fact is, town homeowners associations exist to protect the common interests of owners and residents. Homeowners associations can and do offer many benefits. The key is understanding what they are, what the costs are—then choosing the right association.

Know the Rules

The first step in evaluating any Palm City homeowners association is to thoroughly examine a current copy of its rules. When you realize that it’s natural to focus on the individual property instead of the community, it’s more understandable why many prospective buyers pay too little attention to this step. Later, they may find themselves in violation of rules they should have noted before. Those stories about flags are typical: usually the problem was not with the flag, but with rules about flagpoles. Small details can become big problems when the homeowners association ‘covenants, conditions and restrictions’ remain unread in a kitchen drawer.

Comparing Costs and Amenities

In addition to the rules of a contending Palm City homeowners association, there is the matter of its fee structure. Older homeowners associations are often (not always) less expensive than newer HOAs. Yet price is not the whole picture. Especially when evaluating two or more associations, it’s time to sharpen a pencil and compare what the fees cover. One association may include lawn maintenance, while another leaves that as your responsibility…and there may be value for the community (and your property’s resale value) in guaranteeing proper maintenance by everyone. One HOA may have a pool, tennis courts and other amenities, while another may only offer a community room. Newer Palm City homeowner associations are tending to offer more features, but not always.

Homeowners associations offer a sense of community along with amenities and other benefits…but for some, the cost in individuality weighs against it. When I’m invited to be your real estate representative, I help you ask the right questions—the ones that will guide you to a new home that’s the right fit for your family. I hope you’ll give me a call!

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Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 Residential April 2015

05.14.15 by Gabe Sanders

Stuart Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34994 Residential April 2015

Stuart Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34994, Residential Sales for April 2015

For April, 2015 in the 34994 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 68 active listings (Decreased by 8 homes from March)

33 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Decreased by 12 homes from last month).

21 Homes Sold in March (Up by 5 homes from March)

The 34994 ZIP code area of the Stuart, Florida showed continued strong activity, but unfortunately the inventory is dropping to very low levels and this is reflected in the decreasing number of pending sales. A possible indication of future slower closed activity.

The one month absorption rate for the 34994 zip code for April decreased to 3.2 months from last months 4.8 months, even a stronger seller’s market for April. A 6 month absorption rate is considered a balanced market where neither the seller nor buyer have an advantage.

The April 2014 numbers were 74 Active Listings, 24 pending sales and 15 closed sales. Better overall activity for this year as compared to April of 2014.

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Sewalls Point Single Family Market Report April 2015

05.13.15 by Gabe Sanders

Sewalls Point Single Family Market Report April 2015

Sewalls Point Real Estate Snapshot, Residential Sales for April 2015

There are currently 79 active listings (Increased by 7 homes since last month)

11 home sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (Down by 6 homes from March)

6 Homes sold in April (Increased by 3 homes from March)

The Sewalls Point single family homes market activity remains challenging for sellers. Though buyers have some excellent choices and opportunities at the present time. Closed sales doubled from last month, though the inventory is quite high and pending sales decreased.

The current absorption rate dropped to 13.2 months, in March it was 24 months. Much improved from last month, but still a buyer’s market. A 6 to 7 month absorption rate is considered a balanced market where neither the seller nor buyer have an advantage.

Comparing the results to April of 2014, the inventory was 58 homes on the market, 13 pending sales and there were 5 closed sales. Other than 1 additional closed sale this year, last years activity was better when considering the lower inventory.

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Immaculate Rocky Point Pool Home Sold

05.13.15 by Gabe Sanders

Immaculate Rocky Point Pool Home Sold

4539 SE Halston Ct in Rocky Point, Stuart, FL has been sold by Rusty Abbott of the BlueWater realty team. This home sold for $384,000 after only 5 days on the market. Home owners that list with the BlueWater realty team can only expect the very best.

Great find in Rocky Point! 2001 custom built CBS home offers charm & comfort. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has all the upgrades including a natural stone accented fireplace, gas range, granite counters, french doors, decorator fans & trey ceilings. Heated screened inground pool was added in 2008. Other features include hurricane shutters, central vacuum, surround sound and newer washer and dryer, air conditioner and hot water heater. The extended driveway is perfect for multiple cars or boats and comes complete with its own fish cleaning table.

Rocky Point in Stuart, FL is a wonderful boating oriented community located just off the Saint Lucie Inlet in beautiful Martin County Florida. Originally a fishing village because of its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean; Rocky Point is now a wonderful family community with a variety of different neighborhoods. Most of Rocky Point is still oriented towards fisherman and boaters with many of the neighborhoods having access to docks, marinas and/or boat ramps. Some neighborhoods have deeded dock rights as well as privately owned ramps and launch facilities. There is also a selection of some luxury waterfront homes with private docks located only a short few minutes cruise to the open Ocean via the Saint Lucie Inlet and within a day’s round trip to the Bahamas.

Bordering Rocky Point to the north and west is the Manatee Pocket. Home of the original Stuart Sailfish fleet (Stuart continues to proudly boast that it’s the ‘Sailfish Capitol of the World’). Now home to a number of Marinas, Charter fleets and the famous Chapman School of Seamanship as well as quite a few excellent restaurants serving the freshest seafood arriving from the Ocean straight to the kitchens daily.

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Another Port St Lucie Pool Home Sold

05.12.15 by Gabe Sanders

Another Port St Lucie Pool Home Sold

1629 SE North Blackwell Drive was sold by the BlueWater Realty Team for $220,000.

No expense was spared in the masterful renovation of this East Port canal front pool home, which results in a showplace not to be missed! Built in 1990, this home features a gorgeous granite kitchen with stainless LG appliances and pass-thru to the lania wet-bar, luxurious marble master and guest bathrooms, 18″ neutral tile floors in the high traffic areas, new windows and doors with hurricane protection and energy savings devices galore: 2 solar systems, one for hot water and other for Net Metering (FPL buys power from you), pool heat pump and solar attic fan. The hurricane roof meets current standards and the pool enclosure was replaced in 2005, while the porch has accordion shutter for ease of use. This home is sure to please the most demanding buyer!

Port St Lucie has been ranked as one of the cleanest, safest and fastest-growing cities in the United States . With that in mind, traditional neighborhoods are a popular choice in Port St. Lucie real estate. Ideal for growing families, traditional neighborhoods are made up of single-family homes—free-standing structures that share no walls with other homes. Port St. Lucie’s neighborhoods are conveniently located, with a large selection of restaurants, schools, banking, healthcare services, shopping and entertainment opportunities nearby.

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Overcoming Rival Bids in Today’s Palm City Real Estate Market Tips

05.11.15 by Gabe Sanders

Overcoming Rival Bids in Today’s Palm City Real Estate Market Tips

It was only a few years ago that the last thing a prospective Palm City home buyer had to worry about was being outbid. Those were the days when the bottom seemed to be falling out of the Palm City real estate market. Anyone brave enough to be looking to buy at a time when the real estate market was frightening most folks away was not only plucky—they were also alone. Sellers who had to move no matter what found themselves forced to accept offers that they knew were well below their property’s true utilitarian value. The only saving grace was that those same sellers could turn around and buy in their new community at the same kind of crazy discount.

That, as they say, was then—and this is now. As the real estate market in Martin County continues to revive, sellers’ mindsets have returned to normal. Knowing that their Palm City home is a valuable commodity, they demand offers that are respectable. One national survey found that that buyers are acting quickly on the most sought-after homes, and that overall, median DoMs (Days on Market) fell to 32 in March from 40 just a month earlier.

As the spring selling season heats up, some buyers who find the home of their dreams may also suspect that they aren’t alone. It calls for definitive action—and if it looks as if just making an offer might not win the day, some additional action. For home buyers who have a good idea that they must act decisively or miss out, here are some options for increasing the odds that their offer will be accepted:

One tactic to prevent being outbid is to add an escalation clause to the offer. If allowed, such a provision states if the seller receives another offer, then the buyers are willing to increase their own offer to a set price. For instance, a home buyer who makes an offer of $310,000 might include an escalation clause in increments of $3,000 should a competing offer appears, up to a maximum of $360,000.

Since people have different reasons for selling their home, another tactic is to discover what’s important to the seller. Perhaps they have a new job opportunity and need to vacate as quickly as possible. Or maybe they have plenty of time, and are holding out for the maximum price. Your agent may have a good idea what is motivating the sellers so that you can craft your offer around their requirements. If a normal schedule calls for an inspection period of 10 days, but the sellers want to move quickly, they may be motivated by a shorter inspection period.

Usually, home buyers find it prudent to keep the upfront earnest money pledged to a minimum, allowing them more leeway in limiting their loss if they decide to back away from the deal. Increasing the earnest money shows the sellers you are serious about completing the purchase. It also subtly affirms your financial stability. An even more substantial demonstration is to become pre-qualified with a mortgage lender. Unless an all-cash purchase is possible, it’s the best way to guarantee you will be able to act quickly. Even if competitive bidders appear, when you are a pre-qualified buyer, you increase your chances of winning out.

When I’m tapped to act as your buyer’s agent, I become your advance scout and strategic partner as you explore this spring’s exciting Palm City real estate market. I hope you’ll give me a call!

The Best Realtor® is the One Who Knows Stuart FL

05.11.15 by Gabe Sanders

The Best Realtor^® is the One Who Knows Stuart FL

When you Google “seeking the best professional,” in about a half a second you are presented with 403 million candidates (not to play favorites, Search-Engine-Wise, when you ask Bing the same thing, it gives you a mere 62.6 million…which might actually prove more useful, since it would only take you a little more than a year to scan each for 2 seconds).

Narrowing the quest, when you Google “seeking the best Realtor^®,” it gives you just a few less than 2,000,000 likely results. Since anyone seeking the best real estate professional to buy or sell their home isn’t after one eight states away, almost everyone quickly narrows the search to ‘best Realtor in Stuart FL’ That number varies from time to time, but almost always more than 500,000 show up (the ones at the top are paid ads).

This isn’t actually as whimsical a quest as such results suggest: it’s a quite serious undertaking. Even if you are a veteran homeowner—someone who has bought and sold homes multiple times in the past—today’s market is so vastly different from what it was even ten years ago (thank you, Internet!) that you need to connect with a Realtor in Stuart who will bring you success in this vast new arena. This will be someone whose marketing knowhow is as current as this morning’s Tweet—but whose depth of knowledge and experience in adroitly handling the old-fashioned local workings (and, alas, paperwork) are also encyclopedic. Today, your “best Stuart Realtor” will have mastered it all.

So, what’s the right way to go about finding her/him? What’s a homeowner or prospective home buyer to do when they are bound and determined to actually find the best professional in Stuart There are positive steps to take:

Word of mouth: ask around to people whose opinions are substantial. Even if you are looking to sell and someone whose opinion you trust has experience only as a buyer, take the agent’s name. The best Realtors in Stuart are great on both fronts!
When you are out and about in the neighborhood, note the “For Sale” yard signs planted in the lawns of appealing-looking properties. Jot down the agent’s contact number.
Check the newspapers (and even notices posted on local store bulletin boards) for open houses…then attend them!
Check the Martin County MLS: see which agents are prominently represented in the Stuart listings—especially for properties in the same general price range. Look for eye-catching, well-written listings.

And finally, having compiled a list of your likely suspects, take the final and most important step of all:

Stop Googling—and start interviewing!

The search for the best Realtor in Stuart will take a bit of energy—and a bit of your time—but given the significance of the task ahead, is guaranteed to be worth your while. Since you’ve found my Stuart blog, I hope you will put me on your list of best Stuart Realtors—or better yet, why not Google me and see what you get.

Some Sales Approaches Should Target Jensen Beach Empty-Nesters

05.10.15 by Gabe Sanders

Some Sales Approaches Should Target Jensen Beach Empty-Nesters

One strategy for selling your Jensen Beach home is to recognize the segment of the general public most likely to appreciate its inherent features, then be sure your sales approach will appeal to them. That doesn’t mean you will turn your back on all the other groups of buyers, of course—but it does mean you will make a deliberate effort to be especially sensitive to that group’s preferences, and highlight the features that are most likely to top their wish lists.

When the Target Audience is Empty-Nesters…

The majority of current Jensen Beach empty-nesters belong to the baby boomer generation. They are somewhere between 50 and 68 years of age, and there are about 75 million of them in the U.S.—nearly a quarter of the population. Empty-nesters are parents who currently don’t have any of their kids living with at home. Most empty-nest buyers are looking for a permanent address to settle down in as they hit their later years. The question is, what features make a home most desirable to empty nesters?

Moderate Space

What can be slightly tricky about general rules for selling a home to this population is that although most are set on downsizing, they don’t want to feel shoehorned into their space, either. Empty-nesters are often moving out of a home that has become demonstrably too large after the kids moved out. But that can also mean that they are used to a lot of space—probably don’t want to be crammed into a tiny house that can’t accommodate children and grandchildren when they do come to visit.
It’s going to be a compromise. “Moderate space” would most likely be no more than 3 bedrooms and no fewer than 2—with two bathrooms the norm. This description offers nesters the possibility of catering to hobbies on a day-to-day basis, while still allowing some accommodations for guests. More significant properties—those with 4 or more bedrooms— are more likely to find success by marketing messaging that points toward growing families.

Easy to Maintain

As always, it’s a selling ‘must’ to ensure that your Jensen Beach home is shipshape! When prospects are able to see how much care you’ve put into your property, they are that much easier to interest than when it’s clear they will be required to come up with their own extra sweat and budget dollars. When you know that part of your preparation will include replacements, it’s a good idea to emphasize ease of maintenance in your choices. Examples are gutters that are shielded, windows that tilt up for easy cleaning inside and out, etc.

Whether or not your home is likely to attract Jensen Beach empty-nesters, knowing what part of the market will have the most likely prospects—and how to shape the sales messaging accordingly—is part of the no-obligation consultation I offer everyone who is deciding how they will go about selling their home. Give me a call to schedule one this week!

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Stuart Green Homes add Green to Owners’ Wallets

05.09.15 by Gabe Sanders

Stuart Green Homes add Green to Owners’ Wallets

Whether we see it as evidence of the advance of a wider green homes movement or simply of rising environmental consciousness, Stuart green homes are becoming properties with a distinct marketable sales advantage. What were once viewed as altruistic gestures practiced by only the most dedicated preservationists are going mainstream—and at a rapid clip. The National Association of REALTORS® recently found that 70% of those surveyed believe eco-friendly features add value to a home. In other words, the practical advantages of ‘going green’ are becoming more and more evident to prospective buyers.

For sure, one reason for the increasing popularity of green homes in Stuart is a growing and sincere concern about sustainability.

But there’s also another reason: a growing and equally sincere desire to save cash!

There are in fact a number of practical reasons why green homes save their owner’s money:

• Tankless water heaters are one example of a technology that’s been around for a while, but which is now gathering popularity. The engineering is based on the fact that constantly storing and re-heating of a volume of water means wasting a lot of energy. Tankless units don’t store heated water; instead, they pass it over coils that are only energized when hot water is needed. As a consequence, tankless water heaters can actually save their owners up to 50% on hot water costs!

• As global critics increase their cries for the conservation of fresh water, the idea that green homes can make a major difference is gaining traction. The EPA’s website lists multiple ways that green homes can save the precious resource, from WaterSense-labeled faucets and toilets to high-efficiency showerheads.

• Energy-efficient heating and cooling systems can make the most dynamic contribution to green homes. Regularly-maintained Energy Star appliances, combined with home management practices like heating and cooling only areas that are in use via programmable thermostats can make a welcome dent in the monthly bills.

Together with the ongoing wallet relief that green homes provide their owners every month, changing over to ecologically championed household appliances and practices is an increasingly practical exercise. When it comes time to sell your Stuart home, too, being able to provide those penny-pinched utility bills can make all the difference to cost-conscious prospects. For more ideas on ways you can increase the value and sales appeal of your own property, I hope you won’t hesitate to give me a call!

May 2015 Market Report for Ocean Bay Villas on Hutchinson Island

05.08.15 by Gabe Sanders

May 2015 Market Report for Ocean Bay Villas on Hutchinson Island

As of May 5, 2015 there are 4 available homes in the Ocean Bay Villas community on Hutchinson Island, FL. List prices are from $369,000 to $595,000, for an average of $195.89 per sq. ft. of living area.

There are no current pending sales.

There have been 5 closed sales in the past 12 months. Sales prices ranged from $245,000 to $530,000. Sales prices averaged out at $153.33 per sq. ft. of living area. One of these sales was a short sale. The other four were non-distressed sales.

Ocean Bay Villas on Hutchinson Island is an exclusive private enclave for only 78 owners located beautiful and unspoiled Hutchinson Island in Saint Lucie County on Florida’s Treasure Coast. All villas in Ocean Bay feature three story luxury town home style residences with elevators and modern updated interiors.

There are three different home plans; The Azalea with 3 Bedrooms, 3 & 1/2 Baths and Den in 2171 sq. ft. of living area. The Beachberry which has 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Den and Office in 2,327 sq. ft. of living area. And, the Cocoplum with with 3 Bedrooms, 3 & 1/2 Baths and Den in 2,579 sq. ft. of living area

All models have two car garages, 9 and 10 foot ceilings. This gated Ocean Side community features an entertainment clubhouse, fitness center, community pool and spa. A true resort style lifestyle that can be yours everyday.

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Port St Lucie Pool Home Sold

05.08.15 by Gabe Sanders

Port St Lucie Pool Home Sold

This Port St. Lucie Pool Home on a cul-de-sac with private preserve views has been sold to some very happy new owners for $135,000 by the BlueWater Realty Team.

Well maintained home with convenient location. Newer windows and both baths remodeled. Kitchen has newer cabinets and pass through window to pool. Tile is set on a diagonal and brick pavers leading up to the front door. The yard is fenced. Cute house on the cul-de-sac that backs up to the preserve for lots of privacy.

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May 2015 Market Update for Island Dunes Condos on Hutchinson Island

05.07.15 by Gabe Sanders

May 2015 Market Update for Island Dunes Condos on Hutchinson Island

May 2015 Market Update for Island Dunes Condos on Hutchinson Island in Jensen Beach, FL

There are currently 16 active listings on the market in Island Dunes at prices ranging from $168,900 to$725,000 for an average list price of $397,525 which equals $258.70 per square ft. of living area.

There are 5 condos under contract awaiting closing listed from $164,900 to 759,000 at an average list price of $410,960 which is a per square ft. of living area price of $236.32

In the past 12 months, 34 condos have sold ranging in sales prices from $138,000 to $769,000 with an average sales price of $384,588 which equals $233.38per square foot of living area. These sales averaged 95% of the final listing prices.

Located on the unspoiled Barrier Island of Hutchinson Island in Jensen Beach, Florida in Saint Lucie County is a complex of five separate condominium buildings with a common thread. All of these units belong to the Island Dunes Country Club. This unique arrangement offers golf, tennis and a deep water marina, just steps from your condo without having to travel to the mainland. The five buildings from North to South are the Island Dunes Oceanside I & II, the Admiral, the Regency Island Dunes and the Regency Island Dunes Two. All of these buildings are Oceanside affording easy access to the crystal clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. There’s a wide variety of condos available ranging from 1 Bedroom to spectacular 3 Bedroom Penthouse suites.

The Island Dunes Country Club offers a challenging nine hole golf course golf course on the on the banks of the wide Indian River, championship tennis club , a pro shop, a deep water marina and one of the fine dining in the onsite restaurant area which is open to the public.

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May 2015 Market Update for Ocean House in Indian River Plantation

05.06.15 by Gabe Sanders

May 2015 Market Update for Ocean House in Indian River Plantation

May 2015 Market Update for Ocean House Condos in Indian River Plantation, Hutchinson Island in Stuart, FL

Currently there are 2 active listing on the market in Ocean House with list prices of $469,000 and $499,900 which equates to $399.90 per square ft. of living area.

There is 1 condo under contract awaiting settlement. It was listed for $899,000 or $597.34 per sq. ft. of living area.

In the past 12 months, there have been no sales of any condos in Ocean House.

One of the newest buildings in Indian River Plantation, Ocean House, is also the most magnificent. Consisting of 79 Luxury Condo units of either 2 or 3 spacious bedrooms with amenities galore. All suites have Ocean views, even the first floor units, which are in actuality the equivalent of being on the third floor as there are two parking levels for residents to enjoy covered parking.

Ocean House has a newly renovated club house area featuring an updated kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Two flat screen televisions and free wi-fi for those that need connectivity.

A heated pool and lanai area that’s perfect for lounging close to the beach, or walk down your private access to enjoy the crystal blue waters of your private Atlantic ocean beach.

Barbecue area with a Tiki Hut for those nights that you want to eat out under the stars.

The Marriott Resort at Indian River Plantation Features:

Indian River Plantation consists of numerous condominium associations and buildings. All styles from Ocean front to River front and Golf and Tennis villas can be found here. IRP is associated and co-located with the Marriott Resort and Marina.

Tucked away on Hutchinson Island, the Treasure Coast’s 16-mile lush barrier island, is a unique resort that greets guests with the warmth of true Southern hospitality.

The Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort and Marina stretches across 200 acres of plantation landscape on Hutchinson Island, bordered on one side by the Atlantic Ocean and by the shimmering Indian River on the other side.

A newly remodeled lobby with sweeping draperies, plantation-style wood furnishings and tropical tones sets the stage for a magical golf getaway. This is the gateway to an array of championship and executive courses, including Nicklaus, Fazio and Player designs.

Golfers of all skill levels will enjoy the challenging fairways and greens found in the area’s 12 courses. Plantation East, the resort’s own course, meanders throughout the island and is characterized by water on 17 of 18 holes. This 4,042-yard, par-61 executive course requires careful club selection and precision shot-making to overcome constantly changing ocean breezes.

This is the gateway to an array of championship and executive courses, including Nicklaus, Fazio and Player designs.

Golfers of all skill levels will enjoy the challenging fairways and greens found in the area’s 12 courses. The Ocean Club, the resort’s own course, meanders throughout the island and is characterized by water on 17 of 18 holes. This 4,042-yard, par-61 executive course requires careful club selection and precision shot-making to overcome constantly changing ocean breezes.

The Hutchinson Island Marriott offers guests and residents two tiki bars and their Signature Restaurant, the Baha Grille. Thirteen Novagrass tennis courts, miles of unspoiled beaches, water sports, deep sea fishing, and a full-service 77-slip marina anchored on the Indian River round out a perfect vacation of sun and fun.

Resort amenities also include three heated pools with sun decks, game rentals from the Activities Hut, two outdoor spas and supervised activities for both children and teens.

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Another Pool Home Sold in Rocky Point

05.05.15 by Gabe Sanders

Another Pool Home Sold in Rocky Point

5636 SE Sailfish Way in Rocky Point, Stuart, FL has been sold for $312,500. Another successful Internet purchase from the BlueWater Realty Team’s website search.

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