St. Lucie Falls and River Forest, Stuart  -  2809 SW Marquis Terrace has been sold along with two more homes this past week in River Forest by the team of Susan Maxwell and Gabe Sanders.  Property information If you're planning to sell your home soon and would like accurate and up to date information on its current value, give us a call at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com. 05/26/2008

Mariner Sands, Stuart Florida -  Announcing a price reduction on 5070 SE Burning Tree Circle,  3 bdrm 2 bath, Lakefront and Golf Course views pool home now $307,000 - Bargain priced. Property information  If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com. 05/22/2008

Martin's Crossing, Stuart  -  Announcing a price reduction on 5269 SE Jennings Ln., a 1,276 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm 2 story "Townhome". Now $154,320 - Price Drastically Reduced. Property information If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com. 05/14/2008

Stuart, FL off of East Ocean  -  Announcing a price reduction on 700 SE Madison Ave., a 2,500 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story "Mostly CBS Construction". Now $189,000 - Fabulous Potential. Property information If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com. 05/05/2008

Lexington Lakes, Stuart  -  We invite everyone to visit our open house at 1570 SE Sheffield ter. on May 11 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Property information If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com.   05/02/2008

Port Salerno, Martin County  -  Announcing a price reduction on 4719 SE Salvatori Rd., a 1,450 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story "New Roof". Now MLS® $99,000 - Affordable Stuart home. Property information If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com or www.TreasureCoastFLHomes.com. Our office is located at 2 N. Sewalls Point Rd. in Stuart, Florida (Sewall's Point); please ask for Gabe Sanders. 04/28/2008

Martin's Crossing, Stuart  -  Announcing a price reduction on 5269 SE Jennings Ln., a 1,076 sq. ft., 2.5 bath, 2 bdrm 2 story "Townhome". Now $162,500 - Price Drastically Reduced - Seller wants an offer!   Property information If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com. 04/21/2008

Fishermans Cove, Stuart  -  Announcing a major price reduction on 14 SE Norfolk Blvd., a 1,131 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story "Solid CBS Construction". Now $89,900 - Seller says 'Make an Offer!'   Property information If you're considering purchasing a home, but feel ‘out of touch' with what's happening in real estate give us a call today at (772) 323-6996 or visit us on the web at www.GabeSanders.com. 04/21/2008

Stuart Real Estate Market ReportBelow is a list of communities in Stuart with current listing. To help you with your search for the perfect home we've included the average listing price and the number of properties available in each community as of Sunday, March 30, 2008.Click on any of the following links to view the homes that are available in that community. Legacy Cove Available Units: 64 Average Price: $490,251Lowest Price: $295,000Highest Price: $679,900  Martins Crossing Available Units: 45 Average Price: $283,090Lowest Price: $155,000Highest Price: $439,900  Harborage Yacht Club Available Units: 16 Average Price: $478,079Lowest Price: $329,000Highest Price: $669,000  Florida Club Available Units: 12 Average Price: $410,983Lowest Price: $230,000Highest Price: $575,000  Mariner Vi... 03/30/2008

Newer Key West Pool Home in Stuart, FL 8586 SW Westwood Lane, Stuart, FL 34997 View Map Looking for that perfect location that lets you “get away from it all”, close to the Locks and the Okeechobee waterway, and still has quick, easy access to shopping, ‘A’ rated schools and I-95? This home is nestled in the lovely Meadowwood community, with a beautifully landscaped ½ acre lot that offers privacy and plenty of room for the huge screened patio and gorgeous heated pool with spa. Lots of room to park your ‘toys’ also! The interior has cathedral ceilings and a spacious open plan that makes entertaining easy with a large kitchen area and breakfast bar. Newer (2000) solid concrete construction with hardi-plank siding and metal roof.   Details Asking Price: $330,000 MLS: 333825 Sq. Feet: 2607... 03/13/2008

Stuart located in Martin County Florida is just North of Palm Beach County. Stuart offers many new communities, as well as some beautiful waterfront and riverfront homes. Stuart offers a beautiful downtown historic area with shopping and restaurants. 2001 Sailfish Pt Condo 2800 Dune Drive Condo Anglers Cove Condo Aqua Bonita Park Arbela Archipelago Bahama Terrace Bay Colony Bay St Lucie Beachwood Villa Beau Rivage Buena Park Cabana Point Cape Live Oak Castle Hill Coconut Park Coral Lakes Coral Point Cove Isle Deckers Dunes Club Condo Edgewater Villas Eventide Feroe Florida Club Four Winds On The River Condo Foxwood Frazier Creek Village Golden Gate Gregor Woods Harbor Estates Harborage Yacht Club High Point Isle Hildabrad Park Horseshoe Point Indialucie Indian Ridge Indian River Plantat... 03/01/2008

Stuart, Ft Pierce, Port St Lucie and Martin County Cost of LivingThe cost of living index is based on the composite price of groceries, housing, utilities, transportation, health care, clothing and entertainment.Cost of living indexes will generally be higher in areas that offer access to beaches, culture, arts and recreation. In addition areas, that offer a wider variety of services such as health and education will run higher due to higher wages, and increased quality of living.Cost of living indexing explanationA figure of 100 points is used as an average both for the USA and Florida. For example:Boise Idaho is ranked at a 99Boston Mass is rated at 240San Francisco at 217Statewide, Florida cities come in from a low of 90 and up.One way to compare Florida areas to salary requirementsF... 02/12/2008

Stuart and Ft Pierce and Port St Lucie Arts and CultureStuart its surrounding areas are definitely not a metropolis, but due to their strong economy and tourist base, the Arts are a primary here are definitely a primary part of the culture.Stuart is home to55 antique shops72 art galleries14 museums15 live theatre, playhouses.For upcoming events go to http://www.historicdowntownstuart.com/events.htmlThe art Council for martin county is at http://www.martinarts.org/resources_local.aspPerforming ArtsTreasure Coast Performing Arts Center772 335-1887  1666 SE Port St Lucie BlvdPort Saint Lucie, FLSunrise Theatre for the Performing Arts772 461-4884  210 S Depot DrFort Pierce, FLMartin County High School and Performing Arts. Visual Arts, Band, Chorus, Drama. Martin County High School 2801 Sout... 02/12/2008

A small town feel with the amenities of an upscale metropolitan area.  That is an apt description of Stuart.Stuart and St. Lucie (St Lucie and Martin counties) are commonly called, “The Treasure Coast” (after the Spanish treasure galleons sunk offshore hundreds of years ago, whose coins still wash up occasionally on the beaches).  Here, the diversity and quality of life is what it’s all about.If you like recreational activities, especially the water, then this is the place. From the Atlantic, to the Indian River Aquatic Preserve, to the North Fork of the St. Lucie River, to Lake Okeechobee, your options are incredible. And they also include some 45 miles of those aforementioned beaches, which to this day are mostly left unspoiled. Add in lots of sun and great weather.Downtown Stuart or ... 02/12/2008

Great Location / Super Potential 700 SE Madison Ave., Stuart, FL 34996 View Map Super central Stuart location. Close to schools, beaches, shopping and downtown. This home is much larger than it appears. Large workroom/garage area for the handyman plus enclosed Florida room and screened front patio. Extensive and lush landscaping make for a tropical setting. Tiki Bar and deck in back yard make for great barbecues and entertaining area. Great potential for someone who wants room for entertaining, hobbies, or a workroom and still live close to everything.   Details Asking Price: $220,000 MLS: 332052 Sq. Feet: 2498 Lot Size: 10000 sq. ft Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 # of Floors: 1 Garage Size: 1 Subdivision: Broadway Saint Lucie Year Built: 1958 Property Amenities - Range/Oven - Full Refrigera... 01/10/2008

 Located on 275 pristine acres of protected wetlands and preserves, Summerfield Golf Club and Community is one of the most beautiful natural habitats of Stuart, Florida.  The golf course at Summerfield is second to none.  With homes on the golf course and being surrounded by all the wildlife you can imagine in sunny south Florida, there is nothing like living in this wonderful community.Not to mention, you'll be located near everything Stuart Florida and Palm Beach Florida has to offer!  01/02/2008

 Martins Crossing is located in the heart of Stuart Florida.  If you are looking for a brand new home for a great price, you'll want to check out Martins Crossing.  Built by Centex Homes and Lennar Homes and located close to I95 and the turnpike, Martins Crossing offers easy access to the Palm Beach's and Downtown Stuart. The community also has some great features like a tot lot, tennis courts and a wonderful cabana.If you don't find what you want here, be sure to see all of the communities available in Stuart and Palm City. 12/27/2007

 Sailfish Point located on the Southern tip of Hutchinson Island is a beautiful oceanfront and intracoastal community. Sailfish Point offers an ocenfront Jack Nicklaus golf course as well as a spa and salon, 77 slip deep water marina, tennis courts, and so much more. Just some of the great features18 Hole Golf Course 77 Slip Marina Beach Fitness Center Restaurants Security Spa Tennis Courts Yacht Club If Sailfish Point isn't for you, be sure to check out all the communities available in the Martin County Real Estate Section. 12/27/2007

The Palm Beach Post had an article ( link )this week regarding developers in Stuart Florida - the county seat of Martin County Florida.  The city officials are bracing for an influx of developers looking for extensions on their development timelines. Due to the market conditions they have been unable to continue their efforts to develop land that they purchased 2-3 years ago.  Planned Unit Developments that are reaching the end of their original approved building timeline are now in jeopardy of ever being built due to the lack of financing available for new construction… and not just in Florida! The biggest blow to development in this Florida market  is that lenders are just not funding projects right now without major pre-construction sales numbers. With the market prices dropping - es... 12/17/2007

Affordable Stuart Town Home 2803 SE Birmingham Drive, Stuart, FL 34994 Click to View Show It doesn’t get much better than this! Live in the heart of Stuart and enjoy the amenities of Martin County and it’s ‘A’ rated schools, beaches, shopping and parks in this 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath and 1 car Garage townhome with low monthly fees that cover insurance, fitness club, pool and clubhouse. Upgraded granite counters, custom cherry cabinets, upgraded whirlpool appliances, ceramic tile on the diagonal and much more. Lot’s of storage space and an open back patio with room to roam. Maintenance free living for a young family or the perfect vacation home!   Details Asking Price: $219,000 MLS: 330343 Sq. Feet: 1776 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 # of Floors: 2 HOA/Maintenance Fees: 308 Garage Size: 1 Subd... 09/03/2007