30A Florida Real Estate Update  This year was one of the busiest vacation rental years on Scenic 30A, if not the busiest on record. Last month, I read in The Walton Sun Newspaper that tourism brought 3 billion dollars to Walton County in 2016. Yes—Billion! You can only imagine what this means for real estate along 30A and adjoining communities.  The look of 30A is changing (click here to learn more about Scenic 30A). I find a lot of product arising in new large-scale developments, but much more limited product available closer to the beach. 30A's average Single Family sold price is now at $1,130,000, which keeps us right on track with my 33 year up-trend line (see below).  I'm providing this link to Single Family and Condo statistics for different price-points, to help you get a better ... 11/27/2016

 Best Neighborhoods in Seagrove Beach While Seaside, Florida may have put Scenic 30A on the map, locals and visitors will agree, Seagrove Beach is the heart and soul of the Emerald Coast.  Established in the 1940s, Seagrove Beach was one of the first beach communities on the Panhandle and boasts as the largest beach town on 30A.  From laid-back cafes to luxurious boutiques, this vintage beach community has a little bit for everyone, including coastal dune lakes, a state park and 30A’s trademark sugar white sand beaches.  Lush with groves of oak trees, magnolias, and pines, Seagrove Beach has deep roots that keep long time visitors and residents loyal year after year. With so many unique neighborhoods to choose from, GO TO THE BEACH highlights our 5 favorite Seagrove Beach communities be... 11/16/2016

 Favorite Views on Florida’s Scenic 30A & Santa Rosa Beach  #1—Bud & Alley’s Rooftop Bar What 30A view aficionado can resist a second-story view over the Gulf of Mexico in Seaside, FL? And with a drink in hand? Wow—nothing beats it, as far as views go. Bud & Alley’s not only offers a friendly open bar atmosphere for locals and visitors alike, it is one of the most popular places for watching sunsets on 30A. Great for the whole family, guess the time the sun sets and celebrate when the bell rings it in. Learn more about Bud and Alley’s rooftop bar and Seaside, FL at http://www.seasidefl.com/. #2—Eden Gardens State ParkOn 30A you have the beauty of the Gulf, no doubt about that. But you also have the beauty of the Choctawatchee Bay; completely different —but equally lovely. Visitors arriv... 10/31/2016

759539  - Commercial for Sale  Office - Active       $649,900   Property Name: Hall Holding Group Inc Office File #: 43669 Address: 220 N County Highway 393, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 County: Walton Area: 16 - North Santa Rosa Beach Sub Area: 1605 - Live Oak Pt and Old Town of Santa Rosa     Parcel ID: 26-2S-20-33650-000-0010 Property Type: Low Rise List Price Sqft:               Year Built:                2005                        Building SqFt:                  3,172      Lot Frontage: 135     Construction Status: Existing Directions: US Highway 98 to County Road 393 North. Property is the third commercial building on the right on the corner of Markon and 393.  Legal Description: LONG DESC AS REC IN OR 87-199 BEING LOT 1 SANTA ROSA PINES UNREC S/D OR 1382-127 OR 2418-634 OR 2769-1... 09/01/2016

7 Lichen Lane Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 7 Lichen LaneSanta Rosa Beach, FL 32459 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 1792 Sq. Ft. For more details surrounding the sale of this home please contact the following: John Moran, Realtor/Listing Specialist  Keller Williams Realty Emerald Coast36008 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 201Destin, FL 32541Destin - South Walton County - Navarre BeachE-Mail: JohnMoran@AtTheBeachTeam.com Website: www.AtTheBeachTeam.comJohn MoranOffice: 850-654-3325Mobile: 850-217-7618Fax: 800-654-2959Click here to see All Seagrove Homes For Sale! 08/02/2016

Search Inventory of All River Bend Homes For Sale   Listing Details-River Bend Home- 259 River Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459Price: $259,900.00MLS number: 756580Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Square Footage: 2082Call Courtney Moher (614) 218-0137 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Florida Cottage- Spacious GroundsCome take a look at this quaint Florida Cottage that sits on over a half an acre of land offering spacious grounds and privacy for you to enjoy the outdoors from the expansive front and back decks! River Bend, a private road and community nestled in Santa Rosa Beach with only thirteen other houses,feels so far away from the bustling highway, yet only a few miles to the spectacular Gulf of Mexico beaches. This home offers a 2 car garage plus pergola fo... 07/20/2016

WOW! Rare opportunity to own in the preferred building B at The Dunes of Seagrove. This 2nd floor unit has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a separate bunk room. It also features a very large balcony overlooking the pools and gulf. It offers an open floor plan, generous kitchen with all new stainless steel appliances adjoining a very comfortable living and dining area that opens on to the large balcony. A very spacious master with separate sitting area is located on the opposite end of the unit from the guest bedroom to ensure privacy. It also has an assigned parking spot. The complex has two pools (one heated), hot tub, tennis courts, gym with separate his & hers wet areas that include both steam and sauna and direct beach access. Gross rental income for 2015 is on target for $40,000. Dunes of ... 06/18/2016

Search Inventory of All Blue Mountain Beach Homes For Sale   Listing Details-Blue Gulf Resort- 53 Kingfish Street, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459Price: $550,000.00MLS number: 754561Bedrooms: 5Bathrooms: 4Square Footage: 2436Call Courtney Moher to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. Blue Mountain Beach Home- Beach Living At It's Finest- Blue Mountain Beach is home to this charming Florida cottage located on a prime corner lot off coveted Highway 30A, less than a half of a mile to one of the two closest beach accesses. Beautifully landscaped, this home is being sold mostly furnished and rental equipped! This residence features 5 spacious bedrooms, two of which are master suites, and 4 bathrooms on a large lot with a nice patio and room for a small pool! Spotless gra... 06/18/2016

30A Real Estate Search - 30A Homes For Sale - No Obligation Mainsail Realty Company offers one of the best Real Estate search websites on the Emerald Coast.  You can search by area, property type, neighborhood, price range, etc.  Below is a link to our Hwy 30A Real Estate Search page.  Please give it a try and I will never force you to give your personal information to search. 30A Real Estate Search 04/04/2016

Why I Do Not Attend InspectionsIt has been a while since I have posted a blog on Active Rain.  I have been extremely busy and our brokerage is doing great.  I owe a big part of this to Active Rain.  I learned so much from AR when I started my brokerage.  OK, on to the blog. I do not attend inspections.  I am not a contractor and I feel I have no business hanging out at an inspection.  I had someone question me today and tell me this  "I cannot beleive you were not at the inspection".  My response was this, "I am very sorry, but I do not attend inspections, and it is intentional."  I have no desire to be a part of the inspection process.  The thing I want most is an accurate inspection.  If a deal goes south because it is a bad house, I am good with that... We will find another house, I ... 06/09/2015

Come enjoy the 30A Farmers Market Sundays year round and Thursdays Stroll cobblestone walkways lined with shade trees in a beautiful park like setting while sampling delicious vendor products. Pick up fresh from the farm and Aquaponic veggies, fruit, eggs, milk, cream butter, cheese, grass fed beef, chicken, and homemade European and pork sausages. Sip on cold pressed organic juices while you shop!     05/30/2015

Santa Rosa Beach FL Real Estate | Homes For Sale | Lots Search all Santa Rosa Beach Real Estate by clicking the link below.Santa Rosa Beach Real Estate Search Our Santa Rosa Beach Real Estate search is accurate and up to date.  You will see every listing from every agent and the site is updated every day.  Santa Rosa Beach is located between Destin, Sandestin and Panama City Beach Florida.   The beach areas of Santa Rosa Beach are often referred to as 30-A. PLease call or email with any quesitons about Santa Rosa Beach Homes, Condos and Lots For Sale.  I would love to help. 04/20/2015

See this new home in Historic Blue Mountain Beach, just steps from the worlds premier beaches.  Price 1,295,000.00  4 Bedroom and 4.5 BathsThere is 3,920 SF of living space with 2,880 SF heated & cooled. SEE VIRTUAL TOUR 30A local held this home open for brokers to tour this past Friday.  WOW ! This a stunning new custom construction tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of Historic Blue Mountain Beach. Home is south of Scenic Hwy 30A and close to several neighborhood beach accesses, a 25-mile bike path as well as unique shopping and dining. Casual luxury describes this finely built home full of glorious upgrades throughout. Open floor plan, huge windows and glass doors invite the beautiful outdoors and sunshine in, raised ceilings, top quality engineered wide panel oak floors, top... 04/19/2015

Mind over matter?   Hmmm... try the mindset of The Little Engine that Could.  THINK YOU CAN?   YES YOU CAN!  Come find your way to your warm and happy place!!   How about a beach bonfire?   Don't know where to begin?  No problem mon - here on the island we have people who will set it up for you!!  Santa Rosa Beach Bonfires.com had this to say:  "Santa Rosa Beach Bonfires .com is your premier Bonfire service in Walton County for 30A Beach Bonfires.  No Party is too small and no party is too big.  We offer full service Low Country Seafood Boil, Hot Dog and Smores package,  4 hours of wood, giant 40″ metal firepit,  Tiki torches to give off a relaxing glow around the perimeter.  And best of all, we handle everything, we pull the permits, set up everything, and clean up everything at the en... 02/05/2015

  2-Story Santa Rosa Beach FL Abacos Condo for Sale | 4368 W County Hwy 30A #306   Fall in love with the fabulous gulf views in this absolutely stunning 2-story Santa Rosa Beach FL  Abacos condo for sale! Superbly located just across the street from the public beach access (Ed Walline Park) and next door to all the best shops, restaurants and entertainment, this tastefully decorated condo boasts of 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and lots of upgrades, perfect for your exciting lifestyle. If you love nothing more than entertaining friends and family in your home, the top floor of this END unit condo is specially designed for you. The gourmet kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, custom wood cabinets, tile backsplash and a breakfast bar. Entertaining friends will be a breeze... 12/29/2014

Santa Rosa Beach Condo for Sale with Gulf Views | 4368 W County Hwy 30A #306   Comfort has no boundaries in this 30A condo for sale with fabulous Gulf views! Just across the street from the public beach (Ed Walline Park ) and next door to all the best shops, restaurants and entertainment, this gulf view condo for sale in Santa Rosa Beach has everything you need and more. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, custom wood cabinets, tile backsplash and a breakfast bar. All the bedrooms are sleep-friendly and offer stunning views from their own balconies. You’ll also love the large windows that allow plenty of natural light in. Other wonderful features in this Santa Rosa Beach FL condo for sale include a tray ceiling in the l... 12/29/2014

  Highland Parks is a planned pedestrian community complete with sidewalks and brick paved streets leading to theHighland Parks Pool House. This is the heart of the neighborhood and provides an unbelievable space to each homeowner and their guests. The pool house boasts a natural setting with a beautiful pool, hot tub, covered grill area, fire pit and an observation tower. The observation tower rises above the tree line offering an unbelievable panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico.   12/26/2014

Sanctuary at Redfish, Unit 1106  Investor Special!! Lowest priced condo at Sanctuary at Redfish. This unit is A Long floor plan, offers over 1900sft of living space. Unit offers 3bd and 3.5ba, granite countertops in the kitchen and all the bathrooms. You will love the additional living room space that is great for entertaining. The master suite is massive, two spacious walk in closets and a wonderful designed master bathroom. The complex offers outstanding amenities, 4 resort style pools, 2 hot tubs, full fitness center, private boat shuttle to the beach, beach service, and separate storage area for each unit. Unit is being sold unfurnished. George DoulamisThe Coastline Property Group12815 US HWY 98W Suite 100Miramar Beach FL32550 08/31/2014

WaterColor FL Homes For Sale - Real Estate - JUST SOLD!To Search all WaterColor Real Estate For Sale - Click the link below.WaterColor Real Estate Search I just sold a home in WaterColor FL.  I represented the buyers in the transaction and they are very happy with their purchase.  When we started, my clients were curious about many communities, like NatureWalk, Highland Parks, WaterColor, WaterSound West Beach, and the Preserve at Grayton Beach.  The winner was a house in Phase 4 of WaterColor Florida.  My clients chose WaterColor for many reasons but the main benefits that sealed the deal were;  Excellent Ammenities, Strong Rental Numbers, Reputation and proximity to 30A and the Beaches of South Walton Florida.  My clients really liked the fact that the membership to the WaterColor Bea... 08/28/2014

WaterSound West Beach Homes For Sale - JUST SOLD By Clayton Bonjean! Click the Link below to seach all WaterSound Homes, Condos and Lots For Sale WaterSound Real Estate Search WaterSound West Beach Homes For Sale   I just sold an amazing new construction home in WaterSound West Beach.  I represented the buyers in this transaction and they are very happy with their Purchase.  This new construction home was built by David Weekley Homes and it was offered partially furnished.  We negotiated hard on this one and my buyers ended up making a great deal on this home.   Below are the details on the transaction.   34 Quarter Moon Lane - WaterSound West Beach Sold Price - $748,000 Sold Date - 7/17/2014 Square Footage - 2303 Price Per Square Foot - $324.79 Number of Bedrooms - 3 Other Details - Pa... 08/13/2014