Snug Harbor Stuart June 2015 Market Report

Snug Harbor June 2015 Market Report

As of June 2015, there are 2 active listings in Snug Harbor in Stuart, FL.  The list prices are $848,000 and $1,395,000 for an average of $447.15 per sq. ft. of living area.

There are currently no homes under contract or pending.

3 homes have sold in the past 12 months.  Ranging in sales price from $293,475 (foreclosure) to $3,020,000.  The average sales price was $1,300,825 which equals $326.43 per sq. ft. of living area.  These sales averaged 96% of listing price

Snug Harbor remains as one of the most desirable locations in Stuart, FL. Located on the wide Saint Lucie River just east of the city of Stuart Florida is this unique subdivision.


Snug Harbor was the vision of a group of 10 Yachtsmen, many former Commodores of the Chicago Yacht Club back in 1943. They bought the land and platted the area in September 1944 as well as forming the Snug Harbor Corporation, which controlled the ownership of the lots.

 

In 1975 the deeds were distributed and/or sold to the then owners and a condominium form of ownership was established under the name of the Snug Harbor Yacht Club. With both waterfront and non-waterfront homes and estates, located just minutes away from the ocean by boat or car and also convenient to downtown Stuart, offices, restaurants and recreational areas.

Snug Harbor in Stuart FL

Snug Harbor is one of the finest communities in Martin County. There are only 72 home sites with a club house, deep water marina, boat ramp, trailer parking and tennis courts. There is an active association with social activities year round that make this community a very attractive place to call home.

Snug Harbor in Stuart FL

Please feel free to contact Gabe Sanders (772-323-6996), a Snug Harbor resident, if you would like any information about this wonderful community.

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June 2015 Market Report Locks Landing in Stuart Florida

June 2015 Market Report Locks Landing in Stuart Florida

As of June 2015, there are 6 homes on the market in Locks Landing in Stuart Florida.  Listing prices range from $375,000 to $525,000 for an average price of $427,150 which equates to a per square foot of $174.06.

There are 3 homes currently under contract.  List prices range from $299,000 to $459,900, or an average list price of $400,933 which equals $160.03 per sq. ft. of living area.

In the past 12 months, 12 homes have sold in Locks Landing with sales prices ranging from $259,000 to $495,000 for an average sales price of $372,781 or $147.81 per sq. ft. of living area. These sales averaged at 95% of listing price.

Locks Landing in Stuart FL

Locks Landing in Stuart Florida is a planned unit community of 243 homes on the south eastern shore of the Saint Lucie Waterway, just upstream of the Locks on the Okeechobee Water Way at Phipps Park in Stuart, Florida.

Locks Landing in Stuart FL

Locks Landing homes range in sizes from just under 2,000 square feet of living area to some spacious 3,000 square feet plus homes on spacious preserve lots.   Many homes enjoy lake views and a few homes offer views of the Saint Lucie Waterway.  This wonderful family neighborhood boasts a number of docks with available water and electrics..  Easy access through the lock to the main Saint Lucie river and out to the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean or sail west into Lake Okeechobee for a fabulous day of fresh water fishing.  For those without their own boat dock, there’s a convenient boat ramp to allow all to enjoy the fabulous boating available to all residents of Martin County.

Locks Landing in Stuart FL Locks Landing in Stuart FL

Locks landing is only moments to I-95 for those needing to commute either north or south on the Interstate.  The equestrian farms of Martin County are only a short drive to the west; while to the east is shopping, restaurants, beaches and all the amenities that Martin County has to offer.  This family friendly community also boasts an ‘A’ rated school system with local children attending Crystal Lake Elementary School, David L Anderson Middle School and South Fork High School

Locks Landing in Stuart FL Locks Landing in Stuart FL

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For any questions you may have about Locks landing, please call the Gabe Sanders real estate team at 772-323-6996 or Contact Us Here

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Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club June 2015 Market Report

Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club June 2015 Market Report

 There are currently 7 homes and/or villas available for sale in the Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club.
List prices range from $269,000 to $399,000 or an average list price of $331,755 which equals $168.32 per square foot of living area.

9 homes are under contract awaiting the final sale.  List prices range from $200,000 to $375,000 for an average list price of $298,077 that equals $1150.90 per square foot of living area.

In the past 12 months, 38 homes have sold.  The sales prices ranged from $185,000 to $440,000 for an average sales price of $281,340 which works out to a price per square foot of  $151,92 at a 97% sales to list price ratio.

The Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club in Jensen Beach Florida is one of the most desirable communities on Florida’s Treasure Coast.  There are 656 homes and home sites spread out on over 240 acres of wildlife preserve with plenty of privacy and homes from four different builders.   Homes began to be constructed in 2000 and new homes from D.R. Horton and Renar Homes have been recently completed.  Previous builders included WCI Communities and Engle Homes.

The Jensen beach Golf and Country Club is home to the Eagle Marsh Golf Course.   This is apublic course and all are welcome to play.  Inexpensive membership plans are available along with dining facilities, a snack bar and a pro shop.  More information about the Eagle Marsh Golf Club can be found on their web site.

Homes in the Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club range from smaller 2 BR attached villas of approximately 1300 plus square feet of living area and single car garages to spacious one floor and two story pool homes of just over 2500 square feet with 3 car garages.  In addition to the facilities associated with the Eagle Marsh Golf Club, there are two community pools and an active tennis club with 6 professional courts along with a local pro and active league play.

All of these amenities come at an incredibly attractive HOA fee of around $225 per month and include landscaping, trash pickup as well as basic cable TV service.

The Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club is attractively situated only 2 miles from the Indian River (the Intracoastal Water Way) and quaint downtown Jensen Beach, only across the causeway to the public beach of Jensen beach for those wishing to take advantage of the clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean.  Less than a mile to the west is the Treasure Coast Mall and the shopping and restaurant corridor of US-1.

For those with children, the ‘A’ rated Jensen beach High School is within walking distance from the front gate of the Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club.

Here are the currently available homes in the Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club

 For any questions you may have about the Jensen Beach Golf and Country Club, please call the Gabe Sanders real estate team at 772-323-6996 or Contact Us Here

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June 2015 Market Report The Retreat in Hobe Sound

June 2015 Market Report The Retreat in Hobe Sound

For the June 2015 Market Report The Retreat in Hobe Sound there are currently only 2 homes on the market, ranging in price from $248,000 to $405,000 for an average price of $326,950 which equals $155.30 per square foot of living area.

There are also 2 homes under contract and awaiting sale.  Listing price are $249,000 and $252,500 for an average price of $250,720 which is $156.84 per sq. ft. of living area.

In the past 12 months, 27 homes have sold in the Retreat.  Sales prices ranged from a low of $221,000 to a high of $475,000 for an average sales price of $302,422 which equals $159.99 per sq. ft. of living area. These sales averaged 95% of list price.

the Retreat in Hobe Sound FL

This is a beautiful DiVosta master planned community at the end of Seabranch Ave just west of US-1 in Hobe Sound.  The Retreat contains 555 well built CBS homes ranging from 2 BR to 4 BR homes that continue to impress their owners with their functionality and quality DiVosta construction.

the Retreat in Hobe Sound FL

Located near Schools, Golf Courses, Shopping, Medical facilities, Beaches, and all the amenities either a family or a second home owner looks forward to in Florida living.  Amenities at the Retreat include a heated community pool, clubhouse, fitness room and tennis courts.  Golf course access in right next door at Lost Lake.

the Retreat in Hobe Sound FL

The Retreat was a finalist in the Communities of Excellence contest in the communications division. Association volunteers under the direction of the Communications Committee utilize a bimonthly newsletter, website, bulletin boards, community television channel, town hall meetings, resident directory, email blasts, and open board meetings with published minutes to get information to and from the residents. The newsletter is particularly popular. The website provides information of a business nature, with a resident showcase for display of artwork.

 the Retreat in Hobe Sound FL

Currently some select Retreat Homes are available at very attractive prices.

To view these available Retreat Homes for sale, click here.

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Treasure Coast Readers find few Housing News Jolts…until Tuesday

Treasure Coast Readers find few Housing News Jolts…until Tuesday

 Housing News

With our Treasure Coast’s housing news behaving pretty much in line with the rest of the nation’s—that is, exactly as expected for a brisk spring selling season—you don’t usually expect to see much eye-catching housing news in the national press. That’s why last week’s USA Today Money section’s front page story was interesting. Inside, there was more, too. Tucked inside the same section was “THE WEEK AHEAD” which provided a day-by-day schedule about imminent housing news releases—a welcome heads-up for any devoted Stuart housing news observer. I’ll get back to how that wound up working out later…

The lead housing news item, headlined “AS RENT GOES UP, SO MAY HOUSING MARKET,” centered on the sort of shift that can wind up being indicative of something: for the first time in at least five years, they found “a milestone that should spur the sluggish home-buying market.”

That milestone was a rise in U.S. median rent prices, which climbed 4% from a year earlier—the most robust increase since March 2013. A little less firm was what the ‘something’ that this indicated, but the balance of opinion seems to be that the climbing rent number will prod more renters into buying a place of their own. This seems a reasonable enough takeaway, and it’s one that is supported by history. Underlying that conclusion is another contributing factor: “multifamily construction fell off a cliff after the…financial crisis in the late 2000s…”, so the tightening availability of rentals also factors in.

The item ends with a slightly contrary (and logical) point: rising rents means it will be tougher for tenants to save up for down payments, all the more because rents are now rising faster than wages.

That earlier-mentioned “THE WEEK AHEAD” article on the second page had a list of real estate news reports that were scheduled to be released last week. It was headlined, “Data may point to warmth,” and was indeed more real estate news (rather than a weather update). But the optimism about warm spring weather possibly pointing to a rise in home builder sentiment was slightly chilled when the actual report came out: sentiment dropped two points in May.

Housing starts data were scheduled to be released on Tuesday—and this one turned out to be GREAT! The Census Bureau “surprised the market” with the strongest monthly report for starts and permits in 7 ½ years—soaring 20+% in April (with single family housing up 16% from March). So, one has to wonder: if home builders are less optimistic than predicted, why are they breaking out the hammers and saws so energetically? The housingwire.com website thought it represented a rebound from “weather-depressed” previous numbers…so maybe the “Data may point to warmth” headline had been right, after all.

The rest of the real estate news releases for the week were less interesting because they centered on reaction to the Federal Reserve’s release of the minutes of their meeting, which (let’s face it) are traditionally confusingly vague. But the week was slated to end with Friday’s Labor Department release of consumer prices, as indeed it did: price rises slowed to 0.1% from the 0.2% in March. Good news, also. All in all, Stuart readers had to come away from the spate of housing news with a considerably warmer feeling than they’d had for much of the winter.

For an up-to-the-minute update on how our Treasure Coast’s market compares with the rest of the nation’s – and how your own plans stand to fare – just give me a call any time or check out my market reports page on my website!

 

Emerald Lakes Townhouse Stuart FL Sold

Emerald Lakes Townhouse Stuart FL Sold

Under contract in 22 days, this Emerald Lakes townhouse has sold for $138,000.  Ask the BlueWater realty team about Stuart FL townhouse sales.

Updated Emerald Lakes Townhouse

A beautifully updated Emerald Lakes townhouse featuring a modified open kitchen with granite counter-tops and newer appliances (2 years old). This 2 BR, 2 and 1/2 Bath townhouse has lake views from both bedrooms.  Only a short walk to one of two community pools and tennis courts.  This townhouse has new carpets, new washer and dryer and new hurricane and impact resistant PGT sliding windows. Dual sinks and Corian counters in the master bathroom. 2 assigned parking spaces plus ample guest parking. A great location close to shopping, beaches, restaurants, medical facilities and historic downtown Stuart. Emerald Lakes is available for all ages and 2 pets under 40 lbs. are permitted. A wonderful opportunity for an affordable Stuart home.  The list price for this Emerald Lakes townhouse is $144,900.

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The community of Emerald Lakes lies in the Port Salerno area of Stuart, Florida and consists of 400 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes and 130 single family villas.  The town homes and villas are governed by two separate home owners association yet share many of the same amenities.

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Spread out over 100 acres of beautiful Florida landscape, with 3 ‘Emerald Lakes’, miles of walking paths, 7 tennis courts, 3 heated pools and two club houses.  Very conveniently located within walking distance of a Publix Grocery store, Beall’s, Walgreen’s, Banks, Gold’s Gym, etc.

Updated Emerald Lakes Townhouse

Just a few miles away are numerous Golf Courses, Martin County’s famous waterways, marinas  and beaches  and also within minutes of I-95 for easy access to locations both north and south.  Fort Lauderdale is only a little over an hour to the south and Disney World is just over 2 hours to the north.  A perfect location!

Updated Emerald Lakes Townhouse

Residents of Emerald Lakes enjoy the good life with low HOA fees and an excellent management staff for both Home Owners’ Associations.

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April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Townhouses and Condos

The April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Townhouses and Condos as reported by Florida Realtors rebounded slightly after a fairly difficult March.  Closed sales were up by 8.6% (was up by 2.5% in March) while new sales under contract (new pending sales) decreased by 21.5% (was up by 1.2% in March).

The median sales price increased by 19.5% (down 14.8% in March) and the average sales price increased by 0.8% (was down by 7.7% in March).  Back to price increases after a setback last month.

The inventory of available townhouses and condos decreased by 50 units from last month to 634 properties, which is also down from last April by 25.9%. Current supply of inventory decreased to 5.9 months, from March’s 6.4 months. This is 30.6% lower than last year. The St Lucie County townhouse and condo market is inching into a sellers’ market, typically a 6 month inventory is considered a balanced market showing no advantage to either buyers or sellers.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Townhouses and Condos

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Market information is courtesy of Florida Realtors Research. For additional information and historical archives please visit the Florida Realtors Research page.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Single Family Homes

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Single Family Homes

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Single Family Homes is struggling with the volume of sales while at the same time showing strong price increases.  Closed sales were up by 12.1% (in March they were up by 3.8%) and new sales under contract (new pending sales) decreased by 18.7% (they were down by 15% last month).

Both median and average sales prices continue their impressive gains with increases of 20.96% and 25.8% respectively from last April (For March these numbers were 15.4% and 20.3%).  These price increases, while good news for sellers, are having a negative effect on the volume of sales.

The inventory of active listings decreased in April (from last month) by 64 homes to 1,733, and this is  lower than last year’s inventory by 11.7%.  The current supply of inventory is only 3.4 months (a 30.3% decrease from last year). The Saint Lucie County single family home market remains in a very strong sellers market.  We are seeing a reduction in volume of sales because either there isn’t enough inventory available on the market or prices are becoming to high.  We remain in a pretty extreme sellers market for St Lucie County single family home sale.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Single Family Homes

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April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Single Family Homes

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Market information is courtesy of Florida Realtors Research. For additional information and historical archives please visit the Florida Realtors Research page.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail St Lucie County Single Family Homes

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Townhouses and Condos once again slowed after an excellent March.  Year to year closed sales were down by 9.5% (was up by 21.7% in March) as well as new sales under contract (new pending sales) decreased 19.2% from April 2014 (was up by 22.1% in March).

The median sales price was down by 1.1% (was up by 13.2% in March) while the average sales price decreased by 5.0% (was up by 5.3% in March) as compared to April of 2014.  Ending a trend of steady increases in values for Martin County.

The inventory of available townhouses and condos has decreased by 6 units to 455 properties from last month, this is 21.4% less inventory than was available in April of 2014.  For April there was a 4.1 month supply of inventory (a 28.9% decrease from last year).  A very strong sellers market for townhouses and condos in Martin County.  Buyers are in need of additional inventory for their potential purchases.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Townhouses and Condos

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April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Townhouses and Condos

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Market information is courtesy of Florida Realtors Research. For additional information and historical archives please visit the Florida Realtors Research page.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Single Family Homes

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Single Family Homes

The April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Single Family Homes continues to outperform the Florida statewide market activity with very strong gains, though somewhat of a more moderate pace from last month.  Year to year closed sales was up by 24.7% (was up 41.6% in March). New pending sales increased by 23% as compared to April of 2014 (increased by 35.8% in March).

The median sales price was up by 5.1% from last year (up by 3.6% in March) while the average price increased by 14.9% (was up by 33.3% last month).  Continuing with some very strong gains in prices for the year.

The inventory of available single family homes decreased from March 2015 by 82 homes to 1260 units this month, and this is also a 9.9% decrease from last April.  Current supply of inventory decreased to 5.6  months from March’s 6.1 months supply. (A 9.9% decrease from last year). Martin County single family home sales have again entered a sellers’ market.  A balance market favoring neither the buyer and sellers is recognized as one with a 6 month inventory of supply.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Single Family Homes

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April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Single Family Homes

To view the latest set of reports from Florida Realtors for the state of Florida, Martin County and Saint Lucie County, please visit GabeSanders.com and select Market Data.

Market information is courtesy of Florida Realtors Research. For additional information and historical archives please visit the Florida Realtors Research page.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Martin County Single Family Homes

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Townhouses and Condos

The April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Townhouses and Condos continued to show improvement from last year.  The volume of activity increases has moderated a little.  Closed sales were up by 8.1% as compared to last months increase of 13.7% and new sales under contract (new pending sales) increased by 0.6% (March’s increase was 6.5%).

Both median and average sales prices also continue to rise.  Increases of (year to year) 10.3% and 6.1% respectively (in March they were up by 8.6% and 7.5%).  Excellent gains for sellers in the Florida market.  Buyers should consider making their move earlier than later if at all possible as price gains are showing no signs of stabilizing or decreasing.

The inventory increased slightly by 1.7% for April.  This was the fourth month of increasing inventory after two months of flat numbers. For April 2015 we have 6 months of inventory (was 6.1 months in March) also was 6.0 from last April.  Essentially a balanced real estate market as a 6 months inventory supply is considered a balanced market.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Townhouses and Condos

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April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Townhouses and Condos

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Market information is courtesy of Florida Realtors Research. For additional information and historical archives please visit the Florida Realtors Research page.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Townhouses and Condos

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Single Family Homes

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Single Family Homes

The April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Single Family Homes continues to show improved activity from last year and similar numbers to last month.  Closed sales were up by 17.9% (was up by 24.6% in March) and new sales under contract (new pending sales) increased by 8.6% (was up by 7% in March).

Both median and average sales prices continue to rise ( April 2014 to April 2015) by 11.4% and 8.1% respectively, compared to March’s 9.2% and 5.5%.  Values of housing is continuing to increase fairly dramatically for Florida real estate.

The inventory of available homes for sale fell by 1.7% from last year.  This is the first decrease in just under two years.  Some high demand areas of Florida have seen decreasing inventory for a number of months now.  For April there was only a 4.9 months supply of inventory, this is a sellers market with the advantage for sellers. (April of 2014 had a 5.7 month supply)

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Single Family Homes

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April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Single Family Homes

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Market information is courtesy of Florida Realtors Research. For additional information and historical archives please visit the Florida Realtors Research page.

April 2015 Monthly Market Detail Florida Single Family Homes

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

 

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Condo Sales for April 2015

 

For April 2014 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

 

There are currently 10 active condo listings. (Up by 2 condos from March)

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

2 Condo sale is pending and awaiting close. (Down by 7 condos from March)

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

5 Condos sold in March (Increased by 1 condo from March)

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

The Hobe Sound condo market (Zip Code 33455) is the smallest segment of the Martin County real estate market.  As we deplete the pending inventory with closed sales, this will continue to be a difficult segment of the Martin County condo market until we get more inventory of available condos.

The current absorption rate is 2 months (Last month it was 2 months also). The statistics within this segment should be taken with a grain of salt, as small changes in activity make for very large changes on percentages that April not indicate a true trend in the market. An absorption rate of 6 to 7 months is considered to be a balanced market favoring neither the buyer or seller.

The April 2014 numbers were: 21 active listings, 6 pending sales and 5 closed sales.  Similar closed sales activity to last year, but with less than half the available inventory, pending sales are down and I expect to see much reduced activity in the coming months without an increase in inventory.

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

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Hobe Sound FL 33455 Condo Market Report April 2015

 

Stuart FL Multi-Family Housing Out of Reach? It Ain’t Necessarily So!

Stuart FL Multi-Family Housing Out of Reach? It Ain’t Necessarily So!

 multi-family homes

Martin County multi-family housing is the umbrella term covering all the various kinds of residences that shelter more than one family. Everything from duplexes and homes with guest cottages to apartment complexes fall into the category, which is most often thought of in terms of the solid investment potential it represents.

While Stuart multi-family housing offers all of the same investment potential and more (the economies of scale can give an apartment building listing, for instance, many times the profit potential of a single family rental), a multi-family residence can also be the pathway to home ownership for a first-time home buyer. You might not think so, but when a prospective buyer will also be resident, standard financing guidelines—even for FHA loans—may apply. The lending particulars vary by a given Florida property’s specifics—among other factors, whether or not cash flow-producing tenants are already in place. But the assumption that the higher mortgage amounts associated with multi-family housing opportunities automatically puts them out of reach ain’t (as the song says) necessarily so!

The NAR® finds that some 38% of residences are purchased by first-time buyers—yet it’s a safe bet that most of them would never consider that purchasing multi-family homes could be a great way to own their first home (and even generate some extra income at the same time). To begin to examine this as a possibility, some basic research into some of the key elements of multi-family financing is a logical preliminary step.

·   Down Payment Options

Today’s loan requirements may be seeing some degree of easing, but most Stuart multi-family homes listings carry bigger down payments than single residences. Even so, some FHA loans for a one- to four-unit home require just a 3.5% down payment. A variety of other loan programs emphasizing affordable down payment options may also apply.

·   Cash Reserves Requirements

Some traditional lenders have no specific cash reserve requirements, while the FHA has defined guidelines. For one- or two-unit properties, buyers must have one month’s worth of reserves (cash left after closing). For three- to four-unit homes, the requirement is for three months of reserves.

·   Debt-to-Income Ratio

Lenders evaluate debt-to-income ratios to include other monthly debt payments as well as the anticipated mortgage payment. They weigh that against gross monthly income…and, needless to say, lenders who include a high percentage of projected rental income will be more likely to find a loan viable.

Whether you are a first-time or veteran home buyer, considering the Martin County’s multi-family housing listings is an idea that may be worth pursuing. Give me a call to discuss how one of today’s prime offerings might fit into your future!

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

Hobe Sound Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 33455, Residential Sales for April 2015

  For April 2015 in the 33455 Zip Code area of Hobe Sound, Florida :

There are currently 178 active listings. (Down by 44 homes from March)

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

133 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close  (Up by 13 homes from March)

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

68 Homes Sold in April (Up by 14 homes from last month)

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

The Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 section of Martin County had an exceptionally strong April in closed and pending sales.  Unfortunately the active inventory is now down to almost unheard of low levels that will effect future sales with the lack of homes for sale for buyers.

The current absorption rate for the Hobe Sound Florida Market Report ZIP Code 33455 plunged to 2.6 months (4.3 months in March).  Now a pretty extreme seller’s market for the Hobe Sound area of Martin County.  An absorption rate of 6 to 7 months is considered to be a balanced market favoring neither the buyer or seller.

The numbers for April 2014 were:  228 active listings, 88 pending sales and 42 closed sales.   Last April was a good month for Hobe Sound, but this year was even stronger.

Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

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Hobe Sound FL 33455 Residential Market Report April 2015

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

 

Jensen Beach Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34957, Condo Sales for April 2015

 

For April 2015 in the 34957 Zip Code area of Jensen Beach, Florida (Martin County) :



There are currently 28 active listings. (Decreased by 2 condos from March)

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

16 Condo sales are pending and awaiting settlement. (Decreased by 5 condos from March)

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

11 Condos Sold (Increased by 6 condos from March)

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

 The Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015 remains a small sector as far as condos in Martin County and making meaningful comparisons with such small numbers can be problematic.   Closed sales were up for the month while both pending sales and active listings declined.  The current inventory is so low that future sales will be impacted unless more condos come on the market.

The one month absorption rate for the April 2015, Jensen Beach Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34957 dropped to2.5  months (from 6 months in March), once again a strong sellers’ market.   A balanced market is considered to be a 6 to 7 month absorption rate favoring neither the buyer or seller.

The April 2014 numbers were: 29 active listings, 9 pending sales and 9 condos closed.  A better month as compared to last year.

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

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Jensen Beach FL 34957 Condo Market Report April 2015

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

 Jensen Beach Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34957, Residential Sales for April 2015

 For April 2015 in the 34957 Zip Code area of Jensen Beach, Florida :

 There are currently 145 active listings. (Up by 3 homes from last month)

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

88Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Up by 3 homes from March)

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

48 Homes Sold (Increased by 19 homes from March)

Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

The Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market had an exceptionally strong April for closed sale.  Pending sales also continue to look good.  Also, a good sign that the available inventory did not decrease and actually rose by a marginal amount.
The current absorption rate for the Jensen Beach Florida Market Report ZIP Code 34957 plunged to 3.0 months (was 4.9 months in March).  An extreme sellers market for Jensen Beach home sales.   A 6 to 7 month absorption rate is considered to be a balanced market favoring neither the seller or buyer.
The April 2014 numbers were: 135 active listings, 80 pending sales and 40 home sales closed.   Improved activity from a very strong April of 2014.  We are now seeing some bidding wars for well placed and attractive Jensen beach homes.
Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

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Jensen Beach FL 34957 Residential Market Report April 2015

Kingswood Condo Stuart FL Sold

Kingswood Condo Stuart FL Sold

This central Stuart FL condo in Kingswood has been sold by the Gabe Sanders BlueWater realty team.  The sales price was $69,500.

Kingswood Condo Stuart FL Sold

A private wooded setting, 2nd floor unit, in rear of complex. Kitchen is open to living/dining area. Patio is glassed in with a/c, lots of natural light. Quiet setting. Large master bedroom with walk in closet. Guest bedroom also has walk in closet. Washer and dryer are located inside unit. Vaulted ceilings for open airy space.  This unit comes with a covered car port.  Fantastic location that is within walking distance to restaurants, shops and medical facilities and only a short bike ride to beaches, downtown Stuart and boat ramps. This is affordable retirement living or a great winter home away from home.

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Kingswood Condos are located in the heart of Stuart and within walking distance of shopping, restaurants and medical facilities is the Kingswood Condominium complex of Stuart FL. Just a short ride out to the beaches or to historic downtown Stuart, this location is just difficult to beat.

Kingswood Condo in Stuart FL

Kingswood consists of 444 condominiums that were built from 1970 till 1995. There are various floor plans and sizes ranging from 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom condos with 1,236 sq. ft. of living area down to 1 Bedroom, 1 bathroom condos with 691 sq. ft. of living area.

Kingswood Condo in Stuart FL

Most of Kingswood’s buildings are two stories with condos on each floor, though there are three newer 4 story elevator buildings with some units offering views f the Saint Lucie River. There are three community pools in Kingswood.

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HOA fees vary from size and location of the unit and are currently from just over $200 per month up to $360 per month. These fees cover the recreation area, building insurance, water, sewer, trash and pest control as well as basic cable TV.

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Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

Palm City Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34990, Condo Sales for April 2015

 

For April 2015 in the 34990 Zip Code area of Palm City, Florida :



There are currently 55 active condo listings. (Up by 7 condos from March)

Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

11 Condo sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Decreased by 4 condos from last month)

Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

7 Condos Sold in April. (Up by 1 condos from March)

Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

The Palm City FL 34990 condo real estate market is a fairly small segment of the Martin County condo market.  Pending sales were off from last month while we had one additional closed sale for April.  There was an increase in inventory which is a good sign for the future.

The current absorption rate for condos in the 34990 zip code area declined to 7.9 months (was 8 months in August).   A marginal improvement from last month, and getting closer to a desirable balanced market.  A balanced market is considered to be an absorption rate of around 6 to 7 months, so this market continues as a strong buyers market.
The April 2014 numbers were: 53 active listings, 8 pending sales and 7 closed sales.   Except for some better pending sales, almost identical activity to last year.
 Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

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Palm City FL 34990 Condo Market Report April 2015

Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015

Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015

Palm City Real Estate Snapshot for ZIP Code 34990, Residential Sales for April 2015

 

For April 2015 in the 34990 Zip Code area of Palm City Florida :


There are currently 381 active listings (Decreased by 54 homes from March)

Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015

  217 Residential sales are pending and awaiting close or lender approval. (Increased by 29 homes from last month)

Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015

73 Homes Sold in March (Increased by 5 sold homes from March)

Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015

The Palm City FL 34990 residential real estate market was very strong for April.  Both closed and pending sales were up from previous months.  Unfortunately the active inventory continues to declines which may impact the future sales for this area.
 The current absorption rate dropped to 5.2 months from 6.4 months in March.  A sellers’ market for the Palm City zip code 34990 area for residential sales.  A 6 to 7 month absorption rate is typically considered a balanced market that doesn’t favor either sellers or buyers.

The April 2014 numbers were:  446 active listings, 166 pending sales and 82 closed sales.  It was also a strong sales market for last year, but pending sales look much better for this year.  The reduced inventory is troubling.

Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015

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Palm City FL 34990 Residential Market Report April 2015