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30A Home Prices
By Erin Oden 30A home prices moved up another 6% this past year. As we have noted in previous communications, the 30A corridor home and condo real estate market became a billion dollar annual industry in 2015. Since then it has grown to over $1.5 billion with 2018 increasing 4% over 2017. The number of... Read More
Look to the South Walton Skies
By Sallie Paris When my brother Daniel was a toddler, we often walked the sand road by the lake on our Alabama farm. One day, his little hand tugged mine as he pointed up and said, “Sallie, look at that white egret flying in the sky!” Since then, I have tried to look heavenward... Read More
Staying Competitive in a Competitive Rental Market
By Chris Burch Construction of new rental properties has increased the overall supply of vacation rentals, and combining a second home purchase with an investment component has become increasingly attractive to Buyers of beach property. Buyers looking to defray costs moved their second homes to rental programs. A significant number of visitors are shifting the... Read More
List NOW to Sell THIS Summer
by Erin Oden The Summer Months provide the highest concentration of prospective real estate Buyers and, in turn, we typically see peak sales volumes during this busy time. Home sales along 30A for second quarter of 2018 exceeded $461 million in sold volume, a 34% increase over the sold volume of the prior quarter (Q1... Read More
Upcoming Events at the Beach
Upcoming Events at the Beach Sandestin Family Fishing Tournament EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING APRIL 3 12:00 PM TO 1:30 PM BAYTOWNE MARINA Sandestin Wine Festival THURSDAY, APRIL 11 – SUNDAY, APRIL 14 SANDESTIN GOLF AND BEACH RESORT GRAYT EASTER 5K & EASTER EGG HUNT SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 8:00 AM TO 10:30 AM GRAYTON BEACH STATE PARK... Read More
Welcome Hannah Martin
With her award-winning work ethic, networking expertise, and philanthropic heart, new hire Hannah Martin brings positive momentum to Coastal Luxury. Principal Broker Erin Oden of Coastal Luxury Real Estate kicks off 2019 by welcoming broker associate Hannah Martin. Though she hails from Jonesboro, Arkansas, Martin has called Seagrove and the real estate industry home... Read More
Summer Days Spent at the Beach
By Erin Oden Summer days spent at the beach. What could be better. Here are some of our favorite things to do on 30A to make the most memorable beach memories. From our white sugar sand beaches with crystal clear Emerald waters, the development and preservation of South Walton brings in multitudes of visitors every... Read More
A True Community is Found Along Northwest’s Florida Gulf Coast
Neighbors Come Together in the Wake of Hurricane Michael On October 10th, 2018, Hurricane Michael made landfall in Panama City, Florida, with winds reaching over 155mph. Hurricane Michael was the third most intense Atlantic hurricane to make landfall in the contiguous United States, reaching a near catastrophic Category 5 storm. While our Scenic Highway 30A... Read More
After Hurricane Michael: Is your home up to Hurricane building codes?
Photos by Carla Gates Photography After Hurricane Michael: Is Your Home up to Hurricane Building Codes? By Chris Burch In 1992 Hurricane Andrew destroyed over 63,000 homes and caused an estimated $27 billion in damages. Following that event, more stringent building codes were adopted by the State of Florida in 2002. However, the newer statewide... Read More
A Tale of Two Coasts
An Italian Adventure & New Appreciation for My 30A Home A Tale of Two Coasts BY RITA MONTGOMERY I recently enjoyed a European adventure to the Italian coast. When Lindlee and Craig Dermody, who live in the 30A community of WaterSound, chose to renew their wedding vows after 20 years of marriage, they included 30+... Read More