Absorption rate in Tequesta remains well below 12 month average Real estate sales have slowed, Fannie Mae is countering short sale offers at prices well above market value and pricing many of their assets the same way touting their no appraisal required loans. The market is funky and sorting out where we stand continues to be a most excellent, and intriguing, adventure.   We recently reported September sales figures in the Northern Palm Beach County region and it was certainly not a robust month. The median monthly decline in sales came in at 20% which is significant indeed. There are still buyers out there, many of them more than frustrated, but quantifying demand without sales is impossible to do. Is the higher asking prices of properties the main culprit, is it the overall economy st... 10/29/2012

Home Sales in Tequesta Show Cooling Market A big welcome back to our northern visitors who seem to return earlier and earlier each year. Already you can see the increase in activity; on the roads, at the beach, in the restaurants....everywhere. They return to a real estate market that just keeps getting more and more interesting and confusing. Across the Palm Beach County area we continue to see inventory levels at very low levels in many market segments but our last report showed levels starting to creep up, just slightly.    But the market is changing and the strength we had seen for most of 2012 is starting to sputter. Absorption rates are moving north as sales slow throughout the region. For the first time that I can remember we have seen a monthly decrease in sales in each municipa... 10/28/2012

Located at the northern end of Tequesta Homes on the Intracoastal Waterway is Rolling Hills. Rolling Hills is an exclusive, gated community offering only 50 residences giving the community the ultimate in privacy and seclusion. Rolling Hills Homes are luxury, single family homes many with views of the Intracoastal waters and Jupiter Island. The homes range from charming interior homes to waterfront estates, all of them resting upon naturally rolling hills. Some of the features of the homes in Rolling Hills include private docks with Intracoastal access, stunning waterfront views and the perfect location just minutes away from the beaches. Prices range from $700,000 to multi-million dollar homes. To inquire about Rolling Hills Real Estate, please contact:  Erik Pariseleti Tequesta Speci... 10/24/2012

Located at the northern end of the charming village of Tequesta is the private enclave known as Indian Hills. Indian Hills is a delightful community comprised of 42 homes all resting on large lots. The community is situated on the Intracoastal Waterway with Jupiter Hills Golf Club to the east and Jonathan Dickinson State Park to the west. Some of the most exclusive features of the community are its natural rolling hills, which is a rarity for south Florida. Indian Hills Real Estate is some of the best among Tequesta Real Estate; residents will be minutes from the water! If you would like to learn more about Indian Hills, please contact:  Erik Pariseleti Tequesta Specialist Waterfront Properties & Club Communities 825 Parkway Street, Suite 8, Jupiter, Florida 33477 Mobile: 561-262-5692 ... 10/24/2012

Jonathan Dickinson State Park is found between Stuart and Tequesta Real Estate, Florida. The park is a protected jewel of south Florida. Jonathan Dickinson is home to many different types of wildlife living among 13 different natural habitats. Habitats like pine flatwoods, sugar sand scrubs, mangrove and river swamps. Jupiter Hills is a private, golfing community located right next to the park. Residents of Jupiter Hills will have access to all of the fun offered in the park. You will be able to enjoy canoeing, boating and kayaking along the river. Also, equestrian and hiking trails wind throughout the park.  Special camping programs for kids and families are available. Tequesta offers its residents and guests from direct Intracoastal access that leades directly to the ocean. Views of ... 10/11/2012

Located 18 miles north of the celebrated Palm Beach Island, is the quaint village of Tequesta This riverfront community features both single-family Tequesta homes and condominiums. Tequesta offers a number of golf course communities that boast gorgeous elevated lots with views of the fairways and nature preserve. Tequesta waterfront homes in communities claim waterfront views, private boatlifts and docks for their residents.  Tequesta has quick access to all the towns along the coastal route. So for the boating enthusiast, owning a piece of Real Estate in Tequesta will grant you access to miles and miles of traversable waterways. The Saint Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park offers plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, snorkeling, diving and picnicking. Just minutes from the homes ... 10/09/2012

Tequesta Home Inventory Increases for the 1st Time in 7 Months As we continue to see struggles in the overall economy, real estate sales have remained strong with inventory remaining the #1 concern among buyers hoping to find the perfect home now that prices have finally started to move higher. The lack of quality, well priced homes is more than just talk, it is a real problem for local Realtors® trying to assist their clients in today’s market. Many economists are afraid the strength in the real estate sector is not spreading to other segments of the economy. With only 29 days left until the election the next administration will have it’s hands full stimulating things with job creation a big concern. There is no doubt that if other segments of the economy do not start seeing improvemen... 10/07/2012

Absorption rate in Tequesta reverses 2 month trend This big old goofy south Florida real estate market keeps ebbing and flowing much like the waves that lap the shoreline at our incredible beaches. Summer has passed and we await the annual arrival of our friends from the north. Traffic is picking up and hopefully that will mean good things for the local economy over the next 6 months.   For those of you who don’t know, finding well priced homes in many price and product segments has been very, very difficult. Buyers are frustrated and inventory continues to be a problem. There has been a hint of change, not only in the weather, but it does seem over the past week or so there are more choices for those looking for the perfect home. But prices are up and you will see many listings priced ... 10/04/2012

Lighthouse CoveLighthouse Cove LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge $190000 Floorplan Corner unit First Floor heated Pool Clubhouse Game Room Sun Deck Clubhouse Price: $190000 236 Village Blvd #1111 Tequesta FL, 33469 Read Our Review of this CommunityLink to Google™ Map Listing Agent: Donald L. Urschalitz P.A. Type: Condominium 55+: No Bedrooms: 3 Pets Allowed: Yes Bathrooms: 2 Dockage Available: No Stories:   View:   Square Feet:   Waterfront: No Gated: No Waterfront Type:   Amenities: Community Pool, Tennis Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Raquetball, Vollyball, Jogging, Lounge, Billiards Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater This Tequesta first floor condo has it all, one car garage and is located in this pet friendly resort community. Just ten minutes away from the bea... 09/30/2012

No Change in Tequesa Single Family Home Sales During August We have torn another page off the 2012 calendar since we looked at home sales in Tequesta and the surrounding communities. During that time interest rates have hit another new all time low, inventory levels continue their decline with some municipalities reporting lower inventory for 8 consecutive months and absorption rates have been torn between up and down depending on location.   Perhaps the most important news is what is going on with the overall economy and we all are being inundated with political ads, especially those who live in one of the swing states. No matter where your views lie it is hard to envision either party making the necessary cuts to reverse the spending party and the Fed has announced plans for QE3. Wit... 09/23/2012

Tequesta Inventory Drops for 6th Straight Month It’s that time of the month again when we look and see what has happened to real estate inventory levels in the area to see if the dramatic slide continues. Multiple offers, quick sales, prices above list price it continues to be a battle finding qualified buyers homes in today’s market. Demand stays strong and when you realize that 27% on all international buyers purchase a property in Florida and this accounts for 20% of all sales in the state. Yes, one in 5 Florida homes over the past year has sold to an international buyer and 82% are paying with cold hard cash. Rents are on the rise, interest rates remain an insane bargain and well priced homes in good condition remain scarce. We have the overall economy in turmoil, lending standards... 09/05/2012

Absorption rate in Tequesta increases to 7 month high Everywhere one turns there is good news about the real estate market; locally, statewide and nationally. Earlier this week the National Association of Realtors  reported that existing home sales rose in every region but the west, which they point out was down primarily due to what they call “tight inventory”. Add to increasing national sales good news the prices are up good news with nationwide median price up 9.4% from the same period in 2011. July marked the fifth straight month of increasing prices and the largest monthly gain in over 6 1/2 years. Minutes after that report the wires lit up with news from the Florida Realtors® who reported that statewide sales and median prices rose in July while inventory levels continued to shri... 08/26/2012

Tequesta Florida continues to remain a strong market in July. Median price is postive with a upswing in home sales. The biggest benefit in this monthly marketing report for our readers is to provide content rich local information from a trustworthy source. Understanding that an educated buyer and seller when provided with the latest facts in our marketplace creates trust and develops relationships to make educated decisions when it comes to buying and selling real estate. I hope you enjoy the reports and look forward in discussing any questions that you might have in one of the most desirable real estate markets in Palm Beach County Florida,   08/25/2012

Median Tequesta single family home price stays flat in July The local real estate market continues to intrigue. Inventory levels continue to drop and prices continue to rise and the two are certainly related. As the number of properties available for buyers to consider drops the laws of supply and demand take over. As supply diminishes and demand stays constant prices will rise. There are certainly appraisals to contend with but everyone agrees prices are finally on the upswing.    There are buyers everywhere looking to act on interest rates that continue to amaze. Foreclosed properties continue to be snapped up and in a future article we are going to take an in depth look at a remarkable change in who is ending up with these properties. Buyers are reading to act but suitable propertie... 08/15/2012

Tequesta Inventory Level Decreases 4% in July August is going to be an interesting month. With the local housing scene continuing to show strength and the national economy still struggling one thinks a convergence is on the way. How long can housing continue on it’s merry way without a substantial change in the economic fundamentals? Interest rates continue to drop and this week the United States Treasury dropped hints about negative yield bonds which we have brought up before in this column. Home sales on a national level for both new and resale properties fell in June while we reported here strong local increases in 4 of our 5 municipalities. And we are talking substantial gains with an average increase of 23.4% over May numbers. We keep searching for a change in fortune but as of now... 08/03/2012

Absorption rate in Tequesta jumps 40% in one month The south Florida real estate market has been so hot it defies logic. Much of the national and international news does not paint a rosy picture; interest rates continue to drop and that is because the economic recovery is hardy robust. Investors are looking towards the Fed to see what tools they might have left in the box to pull this economy out of the mud.    But none of that seems to be having a negative effect on the local real estate market. For the last 5 months it has been good news and blue skies. Each month around this time we bring you updated numbers for the absorption rate in the northern Palm Beach County area. These numbers, and especially the trend we see in these numbers, are critical when understanding how inventory and... 07/28/2012

Tequesta Florida continues to post solid gains in closed sales in June. Listings are receiving many showings and inventory is in a sharp decline. The biggest benefit in this monthly marketing report for our readers is to provide content rich local information from a trustworthy source. Understanding that an educated buyer and seller when provided with the latest facts in our marketplace creates trust and develops relationships to make educated decisions when it comes to buying and selling real estate. I hope you enjoy the reports and look forward in discussing any questions that you might have in one of the most desirable real estate markets in Palm Beach County Florida, 07/23/2012

Tequesta single family home sales up 7% in June We have a problem here in the south Florida real estate market. A real problem and one quite different than what we have been experiencing over the past 7 years. There are not enough homes out there to satisfy the growing numbers of buyers looking to lock in both low prices and ultra-low interest rates. This is most evident in the investor market and single family homes priced under $400,000. When a new listing hits the market it is like bees on homey with multiple showings within hours, multiple offers and lightning fast sales. One subdivision in Palm Beach Gardens a few short months ago had 12 listings and sellers were begging buyers to cross the threshold. Today that same subdivision has no homes available and prices are up.  Today the ... 07/19/2012

Listing: Tequesta Oaks Tequesta Oaks LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge $215,000 Community Pool Oak Lined Streets Private Entrance Community Pool Kitchen Dining Area Living Room Master Bedroom Large 2 Car Garage with Storage Price: $207,000 61 Laurel Oaks Cir Tequesta FL, 33469 Read Our Review of this CommunityLink to Google™ Map Listing Agent: Donald L. Urschalitz P.A. Type: Town Home 55+: No Bedrooms: 3 Pets Allowed: Yes Bathrooms: 2.5 Dockage Available: No Stories:   View: Garden Square Feet:   Waterfront: No Gated:   Waterfront Type:   Amenities: Community Pool, Cabana, Jogging Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater Beautiful 3 bedroom 2.5 bath 2 car garage with screened patio townhome. Built solid by Divosta sub flooring between floors are concrete. Granite counter to... 07/19/2012

Tequesta Inventory Level Declines 5% in June Multiple offers, quick sales and rising prices have become the rule here in south Florida as the amazing real estate rebound of 2012 continues. The shortage of quality single family homes continues and absorption rates have declined to levels we have not seen in about 7 years. Inventory levels throughout the north county region continue to drop. And we are talking about very significant reductions. Many buyers are finding out just how competitive this market is when out shopping for a new home. When a home that is properly priced hits the market, especially in the sub $400,000 price ranges, it is snapped up immediately and I mean in days if not hours. Acting quickly on new opportunities has not been this important since early 2005 before the ... 07/14/2012