The Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart Florida

05.30.11 by

The Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart Florida

Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart FL

If you have the pleasure of visiting our fair city sometime in the future, try taking a drive down Saint Lucie Blvd. and going through our famous Banyan Tree Tunnel.  Here’s what it looks like on a bright sunny day. Before the 2004 hurricanes, it was even darker, but we did lose a few branches which opened it up a little.  But in a few years, it will be back to its former splendor.

Did you know that the banyan Tree is native to India?  It was introduced to Florida by Thomas Alva Edison in 1925 when he planted the first one in the US.  It was around 4 feet tall at the time.  This tree is still alive covering over 400 feet, reported as being the third largest Banyan tree in the world.

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The Banyan Tree Tunnel in Stuart Florida

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Market Report: Hobe Sound Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 33455, Condo Sales for April 2011

05.28.11 by

Market Report: Hobe Sound Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 33455, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 39 active condo listings. (Up 2 from last month)

9 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Unchanged from March)

There were 3 sales. (A decrease of two condos from last month)

The Hobe Sound Condo market was off slightly from March.  Very small differences though and inventory levels remain moderately low compared to last year.  Condo activity in Hobe Sound is a very small part of the overall real estate market in zip code 33455.

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Market Report: Hobe Sound Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 33455, Condo Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Hobe Sound Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 33455, Residential Sales for April 2011

05.27.11 by

Market Report: Hobe Sound Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 33455, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 409 active listings. ( down 35 from March)

89 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 14 from last month)

47 Homes Sold in April (up 2 from December)

A good solid performance for the Hobe Sound Florida residential real estate market (zip code 33455) with more declines in the inventory and a slight increase in sold homes.  Pending sales were off from March though but remain at a strong level.

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Market Report: Hobe Sound Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 33455, Residential Sales for April 2011

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Stuart Florida – A Lot to Offer

05.26.11 by

Stuart Florida – A Lot to Offer

Stuart, Florida is known as the “Sailfish Capital of the World”  with superb fishing that is readily available from the countless waterfront homes in Stuart. If you are interested in Stuart Florida Real Estate, please feel free to search available homes on our search pages here.

A very unique feature of Stuart, Florida is that it has minimized crowding by limiting the height of buildings to 4 stories. No High-Rises! Stuart allowed one modest exception, Martin Memorial Hospital, which is 6 stories high in downtown Stuart. It is recognized for excellence in Orthopedic Surgery as well as other specialties. The growth of this regional facility is keeping pace with the popularity of Stuart.

The children of greater Stuart enjoy the benefits of a school district that consistently serves as a leader in quality education. The students achieve above-average scores on national tests and earn national academic and sports honors. In addition to public schools, many private schools offer exceptional education opportunities to their students.

The town’s relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere is one reason why people from all over the world gravitate to the Stuart Florida area. Stuart has positioned itself as a most attractive destination for its residents and newcomers are seeking Stuart, Florida real estate and who want to call Stuart, Florida their home.

Stuart Florida – A Lot to Offer

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the Saint Lucie River on Florida’s Treasure Coast

05.25.11 by

the Saint Lucie River on Florida’s Treasure Coast

The Saint Lucie River is located in the Martin and Saint Lucie Counties of Florida. The North Fork originates in Saint Lucie County and winds for miles until joining the South Fork in Martin County on the shores of Palm City, Jensen Beach and Stuart.  The South Fork becomes the Okeechobee waterway and is navigable through the lake and beyond to the Gulf of Mexico via the Caloosahatchee River.
The Saint Lucie River in Martin County is almost a mile wide in places and offers residents great boating and aquatic recreation.  The river empties to the Atlantic Ocean at the Saint Lucie inlet which is only a short boat ride to the sparkling blue waters of the Bahamas.

the Saint Lucie River on Florida’s Treasure Coast

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Market Report: Jensen Beach, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34957, Condo Sales for April 2011

05.24.11 by

Market Report: Jensen Beach, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34957, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34957 Zip Code area of Jensen Beach, Florida (Martin County) :

There are currently 61 active listings. (Down 2 from last month)

20 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Down 1 from  March)

6 Condos Sold (Down 1 from last month)

For the Jensen Beach, Florida condo market, slightly off results from the previous month.  The good news is the inventory continues to decline.  Less supply is a good indicator that the market may be approaching the bottom in this area.

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Cypress Lake Villas in Palm City Florida

05.23.11 by

Cypress Lake Villas in Palm City Florida

Cypress Lake in Palm City is a beautiful DiVosta-built community for people of all ages looking for a home that is large enough to be comfortable but also small enough to be easy to maintain. Each of the approximately 90 homes in Cypress Lake is of solid poured concrete construction with modern appliances, featuring pristine landscaping and many with lake views. Close to all the great things that Martin County has to offer such as “A” rated schools, entertainment and fantastic local restaurants. Cypress Lake is well located close to quick access points to I-95 and Florida’s Turnpike which makes this community a commuter’s dream!

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Market Report: Jensen Beach, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34957, Residential Sales for April 2011

05.22.11 by

Market Report: Jensen Beach, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34957, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34957 Zip Code area of Jensen Beach, Florida :

There are currently 181 active listings. (Unchanged from last month)

75 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (down 5 from March)

25 Homes Sold (up 5 from last month)

Mixed results for the Jensen Beach Florida residential real estate market (zip code 34957) for this month.  Sales were up, but bucking the trend from the rest of Martin County, inventory levels remained unchanged and pending sales were off a small amount from last month.

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Panoramic Views from this Inlet Village Condo on Hutchinson Island

05.22.11 by

Panoramic Views from this Inlet Village Condo on Hutchinson Island

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Stunning top (4th) floor Condo with sweeping lake and golf course views from the impact glass enclosed and air-conditioned Florida room.  As well as sweeping Intracoastal views from the front bedroom and entrance of this totally turn-key furnished condo.  Just bring your toothbrush, everything else is already in place.  Wonderfully updated with Corian counters and newer appliances.  Ceramic tile in living areas and wood flooring in the bedrooms.  All ages are welcome to this pet-friendly elevator building.

Amenities include a shuttle tram, access to the beach club, tennis courts, fitness center and executive golf course.  There’s also a full-service marina with dockage for large boats (check availability).  Carefree Florida living at its finest!

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Panoramic Views from this Inlet Village Condo on Hutchinson Island

Condominium Market Report for April 2011 in Martin County, Florida

05.21.11 by

Condominium Market Report for April 2011 in Martin County, Florida

Corresponding fairly closely to the residential Martin County Market Report, condo sales were off from a year ago as well as from last month.  Possibly due in small measure to the coming end of the season, but not completely as it takes some time for transactions to close, typically from 30 to 60 days.  So, April sales actually represent contracts written in February and March.  Historically, April sales are typically slightly less than March.  Inventory had a small decline and we are back to inventory levels last seen in November of 2005.  Unfortunately, both median and average sales prices are still decreasing.  The one-month absorption rate is back up to 14.8 months for April.

Condominium Market Report for April 2011 in Martin County, Florida

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Waterfront and Golf Course Communities in Martin and Saint Lucie Counties

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Residential Market Report for April 2011 in Martin County, Florida

05.20.11 by

Residential Market Report for April 2011 in Martin County, Florida

Mixed results for April in the Martin County Residential Market Report.  Sales were off considerably from last year (which it’s important to keep in mind were greatly inflated by the government’s first-time home buyer’s tax credit).   Unfortunately, sales were also off a bit from a very strong March of this year (down to 161 homes from a March total of 187).  On the positive side, the inventory is continuing to shrink, now down to 1531 units.  The last time it was at this level was back in November of 2005.  Both median and average sales prices were up for April, reflecting the fact that some higher-end homes are now selling.  The single-month absorption rate increased to 9.51 months (not reflected in my 3-month moving average chart).   It’s still too early to tell if we have actually bottomed out in this market and are holding steady or even seeing some price increases.  I expect June numbers to be off a little as we go into our seasonal cycle.

Residential Market Report for April 2010 in Martin County, Florida

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Waterfront and Golf Course Communities in Martin and Saint Lucie Counties

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Rustic Acres Waterfront Home in Stuart Florida – SOLD

05.19.11 by

Rustic Acres Waterfront Home in Stuart Florida – SOLD

740 SW Tanglewood Trail

Discover Old Florida Charm in this waterfront, Key West style home. Private oak hammock setting on almost 1/2 acre. No fixed bridges and only 3 lots away from the river. Large Great Room with wood burning stone fireplace. Dining area with an artistic metal ceiling. Completely remodeled Master Bath with Roman jacuzzi tub and shower.

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Rustic Acres Waterfront Home in Stuart Florida – SOLD

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Market Report: Palm City Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34990, Condo Sales for April 2011

05.19.11 by

Market Report: Palm City Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34990, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34990 Zip Code area of Palm City, Florida :

There are currently 62 active condo listings. (down 3 from March)

9 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (up 2 from last month)

4 Condos Sold in April. (down 1 from March)

Mixed results for the Palm City Florida condo market snapshot – zip code 34990. Basically unchanged from last month, with sales off by 1 unit, pending sales slightly up and a welcome continuation of the reduction of inventory.  As the inventory declines, the result is less of a supply of available condos which will result in an increase in demand.

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Market Report: Palm City Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34990, Condo Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Palm City Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34990, Residential Sales for April 2011

05.18.11 by

Market Report: Palm City Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34990, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34990 Zip Code area of Palm City Florida :

There are currently 524 active listings (down 31 from March)

151 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Up 6 from last month)

59 Homes Sold in April (up 6 for March)

For the second month in a row, strong positive movement in all categories in Palm City, Florida real estate (zip code 34990).  As with other areas in Martin County, inventory continues to decline which will decrease the supply.  At some point, if this trend continues demand for homes will become strong enough to result in some price increases in our area.

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Market Report: Palm City Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34990, Residential Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for April 2011

05.17.11 by

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 124 active condo listings (down 11 from last month).

23 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (up 5 from March).

9 Condos Sold in March (down 9 units from last month).

Sales of Condos were off for April in the 34997 area of Stuart Florida.  This is most likely a seasonal fluctuation.  The inventory continues to decline, which is a positive trend.  As supply shrinks, demand should rebound.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Condo Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for April 2011

05.16.11 by

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34997 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 560 active listings (down 46 from March).

195 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 2 from last month).

55 Homes Sold in March (down 22 from March)

For zip code 34997 in Stuart Florida, April sales were off by 22 units but still remained strong.  Pending sales were basically unchanged from a month ago.  Of particular note, the inventory has shrunk by almost 100 homes in the past two months.  Lower inventory will lead to stronger demand.

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Market Report: Stuart Point, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34997, Residential Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2011

05.15.11 by

Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 222 active condo listings (down 20 from last month).

35 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (up 1 from March).

15 Condos Sold in March (down 21 units from last month)

Condo sales in the Stuart 34996 zip code were down a significant amount from March, but pending sales remain strong as well as a continuing decline in inventory.  Typically, as we approach the off-season, we can expect slower activity in the condo market for the Stuart, Florida area.

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Market Report: Stuart Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Condo Sales for April 2011

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Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for April 2011

05.14.11 by

Market Report: Stuart, Florida Real Estate Snapshot for Zip Code 34996, Residential Sales for April 2011

For April 2011 in the 34996 Zip Code area of Stuart, Florida :

There are currently 189 active listings (down 12 from last month).

27 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval (down 4 from March).

11 Homes Sold in March (up 3 from March).

Continued improvement for the residential Stuart Florida real estate market activity for zip code 34996.  Inventory continues to decline, closed sales were up and only a small decline in pending activity.

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Palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club Town-Homes for Sale in Palm City, Florida

05.13.11 by

Palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club Town-Homes for Sale in Palm City, Florida

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Wonderful opportunity to live in a gated Golf Course and Yachting community in Palm City.  This spacious 3 BR, 3.5 Bath Town-Home with a two-car garage is situated on a private cul-de-sac location. This updated home features ample space in an open plan with granite counters and stainless appliances.  Large walk-in closets with custom treatments.  The master bedroom is downstairs. A second bedroom upstairs features a spacious balcony with sweeping preserve views and peaks of the river. There’s a small in-ground pool for relaxing and enjoying cocktails after a fun day on the links or a great day of fishing.  This is a gated community. Currently, docks are available to purchase or lease and golf course membership is not mandatory.  Great full or part-time home!

This townhome is located in palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club – Championship 18-hole golf course, deep water docks are available for purchase or lease.  A magnificent clubhouse with a large heated pool and fitness center.

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Beautifully Updated Waterfront Pool Home for Sale in Palm City – Just Listed

05.12.11 by

Beautifully Updated Waterfront Pool Home for Sale in Palm City – Just Listed
Pelican Cove

Waterfront paradise in the private secluded Pelican Cove neighborhood of Palm City!  This totally remodeled and updated home with 110′ on a deep water canal that is only 4 lots from the wide open Saint Lucie River and only a short ride to the wide open waters of the Atlantic Ocean. This fully upgraded home features 3 Br’s, 2 Baths and a 2 car garage.  A screened gas heated pool and spa with a large lanai and a built-in chef’s gas grill.  Totally renovated kitchen with high-quality granite surfaces, gas cooktop, custom cabinets, Sub Zero 70 bottle wine cooler, and much more.  Beautiful hickory hardwood floors in all living areas and master bedroom.  Solar hot water augments the electric water heater for low utility bills.  Many more refinements, please call for a complete list.
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Lushly landscaped in a wonderful quiet neighborhood with ‘A’ rated schools and close to shopping, the turnpike as well as only minutes to the pristine beaches of Martin County.  Very competitively priced, this home is ready for its new owner.
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Ocean access waterfront home with large deep water dock and screened pool.

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Beautifully Updated Waterfront Pool Home for Sale in Palm City – Just Listed

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