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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
 Listing Details: 866 Santa Rosa Boulevard UNIT 211, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548MLS #: 936990Price: $545,000Beds: 1Baths: 2Sq Feet: 820 Call John Moran 850-217-7618 to see if this property is still available. CALLING ALL INVESTORS! Deeded Covered Parking! This prime 1 bedroom, 2 bath condo with hallway bunks + sleeper sofa is an investors dream with rental income potential up to $80,000! Folks are flocking to Okaloosa Island because it is lower density and the beaches aren't as crowded with 6 rows of beach chairs! This condo sits on the fourth floor and boasts incredible unobstructed views. It feels spacious with a 820 sq. ft. floor plan. The focal point of the property is the floor-to-ceiling glass doors looking out at the Gulf of Mexico. It's rental ready, everything you want in a kit...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
3 Bedroom Condo For Sale In Destin Fl- The Terrace At Pelican BeachSearching for 3 bedroom condos in Destin Florida? Want a resort with ALL the amenities without sacrificing location? If so, The Terrace unit 1201 should be on your must see list. Let's examine what makes this Destin Condo such a compelling offer. 3 Bedroom Condo For Sale In Destin Florida OverviewMapsPhotos $550,000 Condominium Main Features 3 Bedrooms3 Full Bathrooms1 UnitInterior: 1,400 sqftMLS #: 936532 Location 970 Highway 981201Destin, FL 32541USA Doug Rogers RE/MAX Coastal Properties(318) 613-1994dougsoldit@gmail.comhttp://www.FloridaCondoHunter.com   Listed by: RE/MAX Coastal Properties Our recent listings 3 Bedroom Condo For Sale In Destin Florida | $550,000 | Destin, FL3 Bedroom Home In Prospect Louisiana | $262...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
How To Sell A Home In Destin Florida Are you feeling the urge to upgrade to a larger home near the beach? Or perhaps your next life chapter takes you away from the Emerald Coast. Regardless of the reason, Destin home sellers should position their property to attract top dollar. Are you a first time home seller? Or maybe it's simply been a while. Let's examine the three phases of selling your Destin property.    I. Prior To Listing your Destin Home-- As with most life events, the more planning in advance the better the outcome. Your first (and most important) step is to call RE/MAX Agent Doug Rogers (318) 613-1994 to get the ball rolling. I will tour the property and offer any advice or suggests for getting the home show ready. From there we will use a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) t...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Getting  Value From Your Destin Florida Investment CondoEvery year people from all over descend on the Emerald Coast to enjoy our clear water and sugar white beaches. Many of these visitors will set up camp at one of the local condos. As a potential Destin Florida condo owner, let's explore ways to maximize the return on your investment. 1) Hire a professional property management company-- Especially starting out, most of these companies make the process turnkey. Yes, there is a fee for their service but this investment takes the guess work out of the ownership experience. 2) Understand the seasons- Most units will have detailed rental histories going back several years. As best practice, plan major improvements outside of the busy season. And these days it's more than just summer! Octo...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Is Buying A Home In Destin Florida A Good Idea?In the words of the Chinese Proverb, "May you live in interesting times". With rising rates, limited housing inventory, negative media, and inflation the 2023 housing market is certainly not boring. As a potential Destin home buyer, it's only fair to have some concerns. Let's explore some questions all home buyers should consider...1)How long do I plan on living in the area-- There is no hard and fast rule, but generally two years is a good place to start. Coming to Destin for a short term project? Renting likely makes more sense. Feel like you will be here for a while? Consider putting down some roots and claiming a slice of the coast! 2) What's My financial outlook--How secure is your job? Do you have a downpayment saved? This is were a f...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Navigating the Real Estate Market during high(er) Interest RatesDuring the fourth quarter of 2022 the message was yes, interest rates are up but things should settle by the first of 2023. Even though the New Year's decorations came down, the interest rates went up. As Spring turned into  Summer the experts predicted we would be "Thankful" for lower rates by the end of November. This Holiday season the only thing higher than rates is your Uncle George... Let's take a look at how Destin Home Sellers and Buyers can navigate these uncharted waters.Tips For Destin Home Sellers In This Market 1) Pay attention to RECENT Comps-- When setting the asking price for your Destin home, we can go back up to a year looking for similar transactions. As rapidly as things are changing, the transaction fro...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Housing Options Around Destin Florida Considering a permanent move to Destin Florida?  Or perhaps Uncle Sam has decided your next duty station is Eglin AFB or Hurlburt Field in nearby Ft Walton Beach. Regardless of the reason, local market knowledge is key. Let's take a closer look at the Greater Destin Florida Real Estate Market.  Local Real Estate Market Statistics As of early October 2023, the average price of a single family home in Destin proper was 1,405,986 dollars. Condos along this stretch of the Emerald Coast were going for just over half that amount, 793,352 dollars. Are these figures causing you to rethink life in paradise? Don't give up on your coastal living dreams, there are a wide range of local (and more affordable) housing options. Different Types of Housing Offered In...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Destin Florida Real Estate-Listing Your Home During The HolidaysAnd Just like that, another holiday season is upon us. It seems as I age these holidays keep coming around more quickly. Destin home sellers often ask, "Should I wait until after the holidays to sell?" The quick answer is it depends on your schedule. Does cashing in now makes sense, or would you rather have this chapter closed in 2024? If it's just about netting the most money, my advice is to go ahead and put your home on the market. Let's looks at some reasons a holiday listing is a solid choice. Reasons To List Your Destin Florida Home During The Holidays 1) The Fall season marks the arrival of snowbirds-- These folks flee colder climates and spend 3-4 months along our sugar white beaches (can't really blame them). After...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms Sq ft: 987  For more details surrounding the sale of this home please contact the following: Courtney Ledezma, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Panama City BeachE-Mail: CourtneyLedezma@AtTheBeachTeam.comWebsite: www.AtTheBeachTeam.com
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Destin Florida Real Estate Market Update- October 2023There is something special about Autumn in Destin Florida. The heat has retreated, yet the water is warm enough for a nice swim. Once the Summer season has passed, many people use this time to either buy or sell their Destin property. Let's take a look at how the local real estate market is performing.Greater Destin Specifically Fort Walton to Inlet BeachSingle Family HomesFor Sale - 1,297 Sold-235Condos For Sale - 959Sold- 123How much are homes selling for in Destin Florida Every home is unique, but single family properties in Destin have averaged  1,405,986 dollars, Condos over the same period commanded 793,352 dollars. A lack of inventory and rising interest rates seems to be the key factors driving the Destin housing market. At t...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
1 Bedroom  2 Bathrooms Sq ft: 763For more details surrounding the sale of this home please contact the following:Alyssa Barnett, Realtor/Sellers Agent Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - Okaloosa Island-Miramar Beach-30AE-Mail: alyssabarnett@atthebeachteam.comWebsite: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comAlyssa BarnettOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-822-0975Fax: 800-654-2959
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Things To Do In Destin Florida-The Destin Seafood FestivalThe end of summer does not mean the last of fun activities along the beach. This time of year locals and tourists alike flock to the Destin Seafood Festival. Running from October 6-8, this is a key event in the month long Destin Fishing Rodeo. For the 2023 edition, participants could not ask for better weather. There was a little something for everyone along the Harbor. Live music, games, local arts/crafts, and PLENTY of food and drinks. Want a unique experience? Invest money in VIP tickets. Your VIP bucks bring a separate area, food and drink specials, and bathrooms with much shorter wait lines. Inflation chomping a hole in your entertainment budget? Even without VIP tickets there was plenty to do. The organizers did a great job...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
 Listing Details: 909 Santa Rosa Boulevard UNIT 234, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548MLS #: 931023Price: $407,000Beds: 1Baths: 1Sq feet: 814 Call Gil Erikson 850-714-2122 to see if this property is still available. Enjoy the marvelous view of the Gulf of Mexico emerald water from the balcony of this beautiful condo, and make it your escape to the fabulous beach lifestyle. Very well maintained and remodeled with beautiful vinyl tile throughout, new cabinets, new doors and window. Great amenities including pools, fitness room, beach access, and tennis. Many fun restaurants and attractions in the area. Cash $$$$ in on rentals and make family vacation memories    Click here to see additional photos and details of this property
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Destin Florida Real Estate-Prepping Your Home For MarketReady to cash in on your home equity? Or perhaps the next chapter of your life story takes place away from the Emerald Coast? Either way, having your Destin home in top shape is key to earning every dollar possible. Advice For Getting Your Destin Home Show Ready1) Declutter-- It's amazing how many "things" we collect over the years. And those souvenirs from your Rocky Mountain vacation can make it hard for Destin home buyers to visualize THEIR souvenirs in your space. 2) Does your home pass the smell test-- Not everyone likes the smell of Olds Spice and fine Corinthian Leather. Do the best you can to REMOVE odors, not simply mask them. And smoking? Don't do that anywhere near the home! 3) Fix what is broken, replace what is missing...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
4 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms Sq ft: 2,439  For more details surrounding the sale of this home please contact the following: Courtney Ledezma, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Panama City BeachE-Mail: CourtneyLedezma@AtTheBeachTeam.comWebsite: www.AtTheBeachTeam.com
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms Sq ft: 995For more details surrounding the sale of this home please contact the following:John Moran, CEO/Realtor/Sellers Agent Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - Okaloosa Island-Miramar Beach-30AE-Mail: johnmoran@atthebeachteam.comWebsite: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJohn MoranOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-217-7618Fax: 800-886-8493 
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms Sq ft: 987 For more details surrounding the sale of this home please contact the following: Courtney Ledezma, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Panama City BeachE-Mail: CourtneyLedezma@AtTheBeachTeam.comWebsite: www.AtTheBeachTeam.com
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Destin Florida Real Estate Advice- Why Are Insurance Rates Increasing?These days Destin Florida single family home and condo buyers are receiving sticker shock when getting insurance quotes. Given all the potential perils that property faces, insurance is a must (not to mention the lender will likely require). Let's examine some of the factors causing the increased rates and some things the consumer can do to get the most for their insurance buying buck. Some factors causing rates to rise1) Inflation in general- These days EVERYTHING is more expensive. The Fish tacos I had on Tuesday were twelve bucks back in 2019. This week's trip butchered an entire twenty dollar bill. 2) The cost of recent natural disasters--As mentioned above, everything is more expensive including building material...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
The Importance of Starting Price in Real Estate SalesGetting ready to sell your Destin Florida Condo? Or perhaps you want to upgrade but need to close on your Emerald Coast starter home first? Either way, one of the first things Destin home sellers need to determine is the proper starting price. Let's take a moment and explore why the starting value matters...1) Proper Pricing Should Limit Days On Market-- As the market shifts to a more balanced state we are noticing a trend with days on market. The Destin property either finds a buyer QUICKLY, or lingers. When buyers see value, they sign a contract2) Thanks To Technology, Today's Buyer is Market Savvy-- Gone are the days when Destin home buyers would have to drive to a local real estate office or pick up a trade magazine to explore hom...
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By Doug Rogers, Your Real Estate Resource!
(RE/MAX Coastal Properties )
Destin Condos For Sale- Resorts of Pelican BeachOver the past twenty years The Resorts of Pelican Beach has been one of the top performing buildings along the Emerald Coast. But what makes this Destin property sought after by short term renters and owners alike? Let's take a closer look. Key Features of The Resorts of Pelican Beach1) Onsite management company with help available 24 hours a day. When you call the lobby a human answers. 2) Large units, even the one bedroom floorplans are designed to sleep six people 3) Every unit has a view. The one bedroom (Dolphin floorplan) face the beach. Nothing like waking up to the sound of the ocean. Need more space, the two bedroom models (Pelican floorplan) face the coast. Most still have a degree of ocean view as well. 3) Large balconies, espec...
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By John Moran, For Your Place At The Beach
(Keller Williams Realty's At The Beach Team)
 Listing Details: 4458 Clipper Cove, Destin, FL 32541MLS #: 932457Price: $1,385,000Beds: 4Baths: 2Sq feet: 1,806 Call Courtney Ledezma (850) 608-0677 to see if this property is still available. Healthy cash flow and returns from day one with 2024 gross rental income projection at $159,100. This recently renovated (May 2023) house is a 5-star review magnet with a perfect rating on Airbnb. The property manager has a superhost Airbnb account and a direct website exclusively set up for this house and it may be available for transfer to jumpstart your bookings. Please ask for more details about the rents (from first date of Airbnb listing), costs to own as well as links to the Airbnb and direct listing page or see the MLS realtor notes. Some comments from the guests that will want them to ke...
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