Fountain Beach Resort in December 2017There are 9 units in Fountain Beach Resort (FBR)for sale and one market as Contingent as of December 18, 2017. 5 studios, and 4 One-bedroom units. Contingent unit (310) is a studio. In FBR studios are basically hotel rooms. One-bedroom units were created by the Developer, who converted the hotel to condominium-hotel, and he combined 2 adjoining rooms, blocked one door from the hallway, and made this room a bedroom with a large bathroom with Jacuzzi. 1-bedroom units have two baths, and two balconies.List of units for saleUnit Number    Unit Type   Exposure       Price 416                         Studio        North        $52,000 614                         Studio        South        $54,900 331                         Studio        South        $64,... 12/18/2017

Wyndham Ocean Walk Resort consists of two Towers. South tower, 19-story building, and North Tower, a 25-story building.South Tower 300 N Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118 Active:Currently there are 6 condos for sale in the South Tower of Ocean Walk Resort.4 one-bedroom units starting from $234,900, and 2 two-bedroom units starting from $369,900. Actually, one is for this price and the other is for $450K. But I wouldn’t call it crazy. One is offered at today’s price, and the other, probably, at tomorrows, but as long as this tomorrow is coming, it is fine.And all signs now are indicating that tomorrow is coming.It took Ocean Walk a rather long time to get the prices where they are. For several years prices for 1-bedrooms couldn’t get over $200K.Sold:9 condos were sold in the precedi... 10/20/2017

A friend of ours, who recently bought a second condo in Sarasota, sent me this link to The 10 Best Big Cities To Retire In The U.S. Wow, they hit two cities on this list. Sarasota being #1 in the nation, according to US News & World Report, and Daytona Beach taking line 7.  By the way, one of the criteria used was housing affordability, and I can attest to that we are the most affordable coastal community on the Atlantic.While we do not have a condo in Sarasota, we are still very proud that our Daytona Beach coming in 7th place.Some smart people say that if this is one of the best places to retire, it is sure one of the best places to live even before you retire, or if you never retire, which is, probably, more of our scenario :)But anyway, this is a warm place; nice people; not really ... 10/10/2017

This is the view from the window of the unit we are remodeling. I wanted to take this picture as in a little over a year there will be a beautiful new bridge where you now see the platforms. This time not a drawbridge, but a high-rise bridge.The bridge would connect the beachside to mainland Daytona over Halifax River (Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway) and would take visitors to Downtown Daytona, beautiful Beach Street, antique shops, cafes, boutiques, City Island, City library and... a court riverfront complex (why court house should take prime real estate is beyond me).Boats and yachts would be passing under the bridge, and while construction of a bridge is an expensive endeavor, in the long run it is still better than maintaining a 1954-built draw bridge, where mechanical breaks bring ... 07/19/2017

There were more people as usual. The weather couldn’t be better, it was a low tide and 500 feet wide beach was gorgeous. We walked about 2.5 miles in one direction and it started getting darker when we were coming back.After about 8 the firecrackers started going out. I felt like they were coming from every condo on the beach. Soon it was taking over the whole beach, and you could see them on the ocean.Groups and groups of people were coming to the beach with folding chairs, and were setting them waiting for the main parade. There were so many firecrackers, that you could smell and see the smoke.It was the evening of the Birthday of the Nation… 241 years ago. 07/05/2017

It is a balmy night in Daytona Beach. From my balcony across the river I see the lights of Daytona International Speedway. All light are on, the race is still going.Going every 1st Saturday of July since 1959. 160 laps in this night race under artificial light… This Coke Zero 400 is the farewell race for Dale Earnhardt Jr., there is even a name for it: Dale-Tona race. Dale is retiring.The race is on our recently remodeled racetrack with 110,000 seats. The racetrack looks absolutely magnificent.I took this vide a couple of days ago with my I-Phone. Isn’t it a beauty? 07/01/2017

   Hard Rock HotelOpening in Daytona Beach Florida      Daytona Beach, Florida - Hard Rock Hotel Hard Rock Hotel announced recently that they are moving forward with plans for a new hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida.  Instead of building , they are now taking over the former Desert Inn that had been undergoing a complete renovation by Westin Hotels.  The location is directly n A1A north of Seabreeze Boulvard in the heart of Daytona Beach. Daytona Beach New Hard Rock Hotel http://www.news-journalonline.com/news/20170406/hard-rock-hotel-back-with-new-daytona-planhttp://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2017/06/13/hard-rock-international-to-open-new-hotel-in.html#i1 06/19/2017

Ocean Walk Resort Market Snapshot. June 2017Ocean Walk Resort market conditions are changing. Inventory is down and, even though the prices have not yet gone wild, this is probably going to happen in the future. Funny, this was an easy prediction as it is not a question of if, but rather a million -dollar question of when… Today there are only 4 units for sale in 2 towers houseing 226 condo-hotel units,. It is less than 1.8%, which is a very low number. The only reason there is no buying frenzy is, probably, because there are still too few buyers to notice even this dramatic decrease.All four units offered for sale are in South Tower of Wyndham Ocean Walk Resort. All 4 are 751 sf one-bedroom units, and all four are direct oceanfront units.Unit 1510            $234,900 Unit 1203         ... 06/18/2017

Oceanside: Old Trouble or New Start?Let’s look what is happening in Oceanside Inn and compare it to other condo-hotels in Daytona Beach Shores.Oceanside Inn17 units for sale. 14% of all units in the resort. 7% is considered healthy. 14% is double that rate. It resembles a sinking ship with owners jumping off the board in panic.Starting price is $37,000 for a 433 sf unit. There are two units for sale priced in the $30K. 2 units are in the $40s. 3 in the $50sThe highest priced unit is $179,300 for a 900-sf one bedroom Penthouse, which we sold for $350K in 2005.Castaways Beach Resort1 unit for sale out of 156 total units. It is just a bit over half a percent of total number of units in the resort. Wow, there is practically no inventory. This one and only 331-sf studio for sale is priced at... 06/13/2017

  NASCAR FAMILY'S FLORIDA ESTATE1600 S. Peninsula Drive, Daytona Beach FL | Luxury Mansion For Sale The former home of  The France family, the first family of NASCAR Racing is a 17,000 square foot sprawling Riverfront Mansion and a 1,700 square foot Guest House, all situated on 3.8 Acres on the Halifax River.  This prestigious property as well as all of the furnishings, are set to go up for auction on Saturday, June 3, 2017.   This Florida Mansion is definitely one of the premier properties on the coast of Central Florida.  The property is located at 1600 S. Peninsula Drive in Daytona Beach and includes a 150' boat dock for numerous deep water vessels.  The Volusia County Property Appraisers office has assessed the home at $5,529,525, but it has been reported that the property was appra... 06/02/2017

Sea Turtle Season is Back on Florida BeachesMay 1 is the beginning of the Sea Turtle season on the beaches of Florida and in Volusia County where Daytona Beach is.“All of the world’s sea turtles are designated as either endangered or threatened and are protected by state, federal and international laws. For years the county has actively protected coastal wildlife by implementing our Sea Turtle Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP).”Sea turtles are among the most ancient creatures on earth. They are from the era of dinosaurs.With more and more people living by the beach and using the beach, we have to be careful so that we do not cause problems for Sea Turtles.3 simple tips for Sea Turtle Nesting season, which runs from May 1 to October 31:1.   Don’t Shine Lights on the Beach2.   Remove Beach ... 05/18/2017

Let's face it, if you are a pet lover like me, finding a home or condo where our pets are welcome is of utmost importance.  We love our pets, and love helping pet lovers.If you are a pet owner searching for a "Pet Friendly" Daytona - Ormond Beach Condominium For Sale, the Joyce Marsh Homes Team can assist you in finding that perfect condominium and lifestyle in the Daytona Beach area.  Daytona Beach is located in Volusia County, along the Atlantic coast along the banks of the Halifax river on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other.  Why do people love living on the central coast of Florida? Aside from being one of the most beautiful scenic areas along the central Florida coastline, there are many oceanfront condominium buildings from New Smyrna Beach north to Ormond by the sea, al... 05/17/2017

8 Broadwater Drive - A Charming Home in Broadwater Ormond Beach by Joyce Marsh  Joyce Marsh is pleased to announce a new Broadwater Community Executive Home listing, 8 Broadwater Drive listed at $639,900.   This Traditional home is located on an expansive lot of 1.5 Acres with a huge Front Porch and stately columns surrounded by a perfectly manicured landscaped garden which also can be admired from the light filled Breakfast Room.  The home has 3,966 square feet of living area and has four bedrooms and three and one half baths. The rear deck on the first floor opens to conservation views and the Family room also has French doors encouraging indoor outdoor living.  This room is large enough for a baby grand piano and also has built in cabinetry, wood floors,  and a gas fireplace.  Other ... 05/16/2017

 Latitude Margaritaville, Daytona Beach Florida     Jimmy Buffet's new Latitude Margaritaville coming to Daytona Beach Florida.       Visions of relaxation and the ultimate in Florida Retirement living is what the Minto Communities, the developers of the new "Latitude Margaritaville" and Margaritaville Holdings LLC are advertising.  When finished, the new development will be home to approximately 6900 new residents on 1680 acres in Daytona Beach Florida.  The new 55 and older community offers a laid back lifestyle and perfect for retiring on the beautiful coast of Florida in Daytona Beach.    From the Latitude Margaritaville website: "Inspired by the legendary music and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and best-selling author Jimmy Buffett, your new home in paradise features exciting rec... 05/15/2017

It was a time when the market, after reaching the peak, started the free fall. There were tons of opportunities, but no cash :)We had an office in the condo-hotel building. The guy came in and asked about the unit on the second floor. He was the bank employee and he told me he was getting this unit, as it was a sweet inside deal.He was getting it for $24K. He said he wanted me to sell it for him for $40K.I did not like the whole inside deal, and I said “No”. He could not believe it.I told him that we should use the same criteria to sell that were used when buying the condo. He was buying it because it was a foreclosure, and it was a terrific price. So, to sell it he would need to make it the least expensive unit, and $40K was by far not the lowest. But this is how it generally works. If... 05/13/2017

Ocean Walk Resort. A Condo or a Condo-Hotel?An excellent question. Honestly, I do not have a definite answer. Let’s think about it.First of all, the term condo-hotel is not a legal term. It is a condominium if we are talking about the form of ownership and in this sense it is not different from any residential condos.And it is a hotel or resort, if you look at it from the point of view of its operation. All other Daytona condo-hotels were built and used as hotels, that were converted to condominium at some point of time. They are hotels, where rooms were sold to individuals.Now they are Hotels with a twist. Owners have some rights, can stay in their unit for some time, can rent their units, can decide not to rent… But still they are run as hotels. And if you drive by, you would not know... 05/11/2017

I read a blog by Tim Ramey Is Home Flipping For You? with some interesting statistical data, and it inspired me grab my laptop and write.We used to go to foreclosure auctions at the courthouse, and once I ran into a well respected real estate attorney in the hallway. I asked him whether he was playing the flip game, considering that he could verify any information he needed, and also that he had his assistants to handle the closings when selling.He said “no”. He explained that while he could handle the title search and handle the closings, he did not have time to concentrate on the whole process of flipping, as he was an active attorney, a senior partner in the firm, and had his hands full.He said he did not have the marketing tools and knowledge, so choosing the right properties to buy... 05/10/2017

Is Daytona Beach = Los Angeles?In Los Angeles this oceanfront condo would Cost $3 Mil. Probably…This is what people tell me. And they find it very important for their search of condo in Daytona.But Daytona is not LA… I doubt Daytona will become LA anytime soon.So the price you would have paid for it in LA is irrelevant in Daytona even if it is 10 times less than in LA, unless, you find the way to buy a condo here and move it to LA…Probably, there is a reason why in LA it is 10 times more expensive. Of course, you can move to Daytona and spend so much less on an oceanfront condo, but most probably you would be missing on something, that makes LA such an expensive city. There is nothing wrong with living in Daytona, but it is not Los Angeles.And this is why you would have to pay so much m... 05/07/2017

Riverside Condo market at a glanceI am looking at listings in Riverside Condo and noticing that the prices are up.Active Listings1-bedr: 1 unit for $79,900$145K – River and ocean view$169,900 – Courtyard view, pool$169,900 – direct riverfront with river and ocean view from bedrooms.Sold ListingsSince New Year there was one direct riverfront condos sold for $162,500.Last year in the first 4 months there were 2 one-bedroom units sold. Both went for under $70K.Altogether in 2016 11 condos changed hands. Prices for 2-bedroom condos were from $82,500 to low $100s, with one direct riverfront unit sold for $170K.While it feels like the market is even slower this year compared to last year, the inventory is lower, and prices are noticeably higher.Follow this link to see all listings in Riversid... 05/07/2017

2-Bedroom Beachside Condos under $100KBeachside is a barrier island sandwiched between the Intracoastal (Halifax River) and the Atlantic Ocean.There are currently 10 two-bedroom condos for sale on the Beachside, which are for less than $100K.9 of 10 are on the Halifax River. Prices start from $62,500 for a small (864 sf) 2-bedr/1 bath unit with no river view in Halifax Shores to a condo at 55 and older community Berkley House for $99,245.There is also a 2 bedr/ 1.5 bath unit across street from the ocean in Ormond Beach – Ocean Shore Condominiums priced at $89,900. Cross the street and you are in the oceanfront park.Actually, I am surprised we still have 2-bedroom Beachside condos for less than $100K. Market is obviously very slow. And while usually inexpensive condos start going up in p... 05/06/2017