February Destin Home Statistics

Statistics Summaries Report
Category – Detached Single Family
Statistics for Entire MLS from 2/1/2011 – 2/28/2011
Areas:  Destin and Okaloosa Island

Total Total List/Total Sold Avg List Avg Sold Avg DOM Median Price %SP/LP
MARKET SNAPSHOT AS OF TODAY
Currently Pending 0 $0/ N/A $0 N/A 0 $0 N/A
Currently Active 9 $3,745,800/ N/A $416,200 N/A 259 $399,000 N/A
Currently Contingent 1 $224,900/ N/A $224,900 N/A 244 $224,900 N/A

ON MARKET (2/1/2011 – 2/28/2011)
New (2/1/2011 – 2/28/2011) 2 $848,000/ N/A $424,000 N/A 30 $424,000 N/A
Pending (2/1/2011 – 2/28/2011) 0 $0/ N/A $0 N/A 0 $0 N/A

OFF MARKET (2/1/2011 – 2/28/2011)
Sold 1 $299,900/$260,000 $299,900 $260,000 154 $260,000 87%
Withdrawn 0 $0/ N/A $0 N/A 0 $0 N/A
Expired 0 $0/ N/A $0 N/A 0 $0 N/A

January Destin Home Statistics

Statistics Summaries Report
Category – Detached Single Family
Statistics for Entire MLS from 1/1/2011 – 1/31/2011
Areas: Destin and Okaloosa Island

  Total Total List/Total Sold Avg List Avg Sold Avg DOM Median Price %SP/LP
MARKET SNAPSHOT AS OF TODAY
Currently Pending 0 $0/ N/A $0  N/A 0 $0  N/A
Currently Active 8 $3,207,800/ N/A $400,975  N/A 259 $362,000  N/A
Currently Contingent 2 $524,800/ N/A $262,400  N/A 199 $262,400  N/A

ON MARKET (1/1/2011 – 1/31/2011)
New (1/1/2011 – 1/31/2011) 0 $0/ N/A $0  N/A 0 $0  N/A
Pending (1/1/2011 – 1/31/2011) 2 $524,800/ N/A $262,400  N/A 199 $262,400  N/A

OFF MARKET (1/1/2011 – 1/31/2011)
Sold 1 $239,990/$239,990 $239,990 $239,990 205 $239,990 100%
Withdrawn 0 $0/ N/A $0  N/A 0 $0  N/A
Expired 0 $0/ N/A $0  N/A 0 $0  N/A

Southwest Announces Destination Cities

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Four Cities to flight non-stop from Panama City, FL

Southwest Airlines announced that it will fly directly to Orlando, Houston, Nashville and Baltimore from the new airport under construction.

The flights fare will start as low as $49 one way….

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Top Destination for 2010

Florida Panhandle Beaches are a Top Destination

I am really proud to say that one of the top destinations for 2010 is the place I live in. Out of thirteen destinations all over the word, I am not surprise that Florida Gulf Coast is one of them. This place is amazing! There are things to do for the entire family.  The Florida Panhandle Beaches are a must see destination.

This place has been overlooked by many, but the true is that it contains some of the most diverse recreation choices along Florida’s Gulf coast, and some of the best options for visitors seeking an affordable family vacation.

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Recent News about North West Florida Beaches Airport

Agreement

Southwest Airlines and Bay County tourism officials met in Dallas on Wednesday to sign an agreement.

This agreement will put local bed-tax muscle behind the low-cost carrier’s efforts to market the allure of local beaches.

Southwest airlines will provide daily non-stop flights from 4 cities to the new airport. These cities have not been announced yet. The airline officials will adjust flight schedules to meet the new airport’s May 18 grand opening.

The Walton County Tourist Development Council is expected to authorize a deal with Southwest similar to the Bay County agreement for a half-cent bed tax that county recently approved.

Come back for more news about the New Airport.

Visit www.AtTheBeachDestin.com for this to do in the Destin Area

Tropical Storm IDA!

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The latest information about Tropical Storm IDA is that has weakened. However, strong onshore flow continues along coastal areas of the Florida Panhandle. Water levels in this are are currently running around 3 feel above normal with a total storm tide of 3 to 5 feet.

Althought tide has passed, the continued onshore flow will lead to a very slow fall in water levels through the day. Winds are expected to weaken this evening and then become offshore overnight which will end the coastal flood threat.

Check out these fantastic pictures of the water taken by a South Walton local.

Amazing Prices For Condos At The Beach!

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Beautiful Views of the Gulf Of Mexico. Click on picture for details

What if you could buy a condo at the beach for half price – Would you do it?

That is exactly the case these days at Leeward Key condo in Destin Florida.  At the height of the Destin Real Estate market in 2004 and 2005 two (2) bedroom units sold for more than $600,000 and (1) sold for $599,000.  Now there are similar units on the mareket listed as low as $359,000 with the most recent sale closing at $315,000!

As you can see sellers have taken a beating over the last couple or years giving buyers …

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Southwest Airlines coming to the Panhandle on May 2010

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The St. Joe Company and Southwest Airlines announced a strategic alliance providing for the commencement of air service to Northwest Florida’s new international airport near Panama City Beach, Florida in May 2010.

The Bay County Tourism Development Council, Coastal Vision 3000 and  the South Walton Tourism Development Council have been working together with local groups to promote the opening of the Northwest Florida International Airport in Panama City.  Southwest Airlines is bringing low fares …

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Florida’s existing home, condo sales up in July

Florida’s existing home sales rose in July — the 11th month in a row that sales activity increased in the year-to-year comparison, according to the latest housing data released by the Florida Association of Realtors. Statewide existing home sales in July also rose over the previous month’s sales level.

Existing home sales rose 37 percent last month with a total of 15,882 homes sold statewide compared to 11,595 homes sold …

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Foreclosures, REO and Short Sale Questions Answered

Foreclosures, REO and Short Sale Questions Answered

With foreclosures, bank owned properties, and short sales at a record high finding the best deal for you can be a bit confusing!

As your local real estate expert in I can tell you that there are a ton of properties for sale right now – some of them are great deals and a lot of them aren’t – so let me act as a guide to direct you to the best investment opportunities based on your financial goals.

One way to get a great deal on real estate is though foreclosures and Short Sales which you can search Destin at http://www.atthebeachdestin.com/search-destin-mls.php or South Walton County at http://www.atthebeachfl.com/search-beach-mls.php

Call me today and will show you how I have helped other buyers and investors just like you find their great deals.