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Destin Florida Condos - Market Update

July 2009 -- The condo market continues to improve slowly but steadily with the number of sales trending upward again this year.  The increase in consumer interest has tended to stabilized prices.  The sustained buyer interest is expected to continue.

Inventory Trend.  While sales have increased and a slow recovery is occurring in the condo market, market recovery is still fragile due to the large number of condos (2,874 units) for sale in our local area.  Condo inventory has decreased approximately 8% over the past eight months.  However, the inventory remains high and the large number of condos for sale means that sellers outnumber buyers and prices will hover near the bottom for a time to come.  Our property summary table below shows the distribution of the condo inventory across the geographic markets of our area.

Destin Condo Sales Slow, but Not Stagnant.  If you find that perfect beach condo - go for it.  Don't count on it being available later.  Don't confuse "slow sales" with "no sales" and remember that there are likely to be other bargain shoppers looking at the same property you are for all the same reasons.

Looking for a Short Sale, Foreclosure, or REO Property?   Financially distressed property accounted for over half of all condo units going under contract this past month.  Bargains can be found in distressed property, but there are perils involved and experience is needed.  For example, all banks and lending institutions require "as Is" contracts which take away specific buyer friendly clauses.  Also, as banks and other lending institutions have become inundated with short sale requests, the time it takes for bank review and acceptance of buyer offers has become longer and longer.  Many banks now take 120 days and even 180 days to accept, respond, and close the deal.  That means a long time in "limbo" for buyers who seek financially distressed property.  A "normal" deal between buyer and seller with no bank or lender involved can be completed in 30 days.  Professional help with this difficult process is important - and available.  Just call us!

Overall Condo Value Trends.  Statistics show condo values along the coast have adjusted downward 40-45% from their market peak in 2005.  Although a slight downward trend continues, recent decreases in interest rates, property taxes, and hazard insurance are beginning to lessen  the cost of ownership and assert a positive effect in our local market tempo and stabilize prices.  While difficult for sellers, buyers have never had it so good.  Condo buyers looking for a bargain can expect to be rewarded.  This is especially true in the next few months and improving interest rates replenish the number of buyers seeking bargains in the market.

Remember .. true bargains are scarce.  Just because there is a lot of inventory doesn't mean there are a lot of genuine bargains. Buyers searching for bargains must do their homework.  Although true bargains are scarce, smart buyers teamed a smart Realtor team can find them.  We're here to help if you need us!

Condos for For Sale

Please let us know if I may assist you in obtaining detailed information for properties located in any of the following cities or regions below.

Area Condos Town Homes Homes Lots / Land Total GRAYTON BEACH AREA 329 18 604 557 1,508 DESTIN 889 77 469 213 1,648 SANTA ROSA BEACH 183 27 517 858 1,585 SANDESTIN 391 60 182 81 714 FORT WALTON BEACH 519 118 373 102 1,112 MIRAMAR BEACH 493 41 189 104 827 NICEVILLE 32 84 273 170 559 FREEPORT 0 16 177 322 515 NAVARRE 38 14 107 150 309 Total: 2,874 455 2,891 2,557 8,777

Condos for sale -- Search by City and Complex

Homes for sale - sorted by City and Complex -- we now provide a way for you to search for all Homes for sale at over 1,200 neighborhoods within 25 miles of Destin.  Use the links below to find your favorite home for sale, bookmark the page, and return often to keep track of the market.

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