by Steve Silcock | Dec 11, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, New Construction, Property for Sale in Orlando
From it’s initial launch this time last year the new Orlando Properties for Sale in Champions Gate have seen tremendous interest and the initial phase in The Retreat at Champions Gate sold out very quickly.
There are several communities at Champions Gate offering new Orlando Properties for Sale – providing a wide selection of homes to meet the most demanding requirements. Some of the communities have been developed specifically for the short term rental / vacation home market while others have been built for permanent residents and second home owners only.
The Retreat at Champions Gate is a purpose built vacation resort community close to Disney and contains a range of exclusive floor plans designed specifically for vacation home / short term rental investor. Tile roofs add a distinctive medditeranean feel and the planned community amenities include a stunning clubhouse with resort style pools, lazy river, cinema, tiki bar, fitness center……….Each home also includes a private heated swimming pool for you and your guests.
One of the big “success stories” for has been The Maui – a new floor plan unveiled by Lennar for the first time at Champions Gate and they have a limited number available for purchase right now although delivery will not be until April / May of next year – prices are starting at $493,000. Take a look around this stunning 8 bedroom 5 bathroom home by clicking on the video below.
If you are looking for New Orlando Properties for Sale contact one of our experienced agents today to talk about Champions Gate and the other exciting new developments in the Orlando area.
by Steve Silcock | Dec 9, 2013 | Investment Property in Florida, News, Real Estate News
This year Florida home prices have increased significantly with property prices increasing around 20% in some areas. Investing in a Florida Home still offers significant potential for growth and as inventory levels remain low Florida Home prices look set to continue their upward climb.
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, December 09, 2013
States in the West and in the South are expected to see the highest price gains in the next 12 months of about 4 to 8 percent, according to the REALTORS® Confidence Index Survey, a survey of about 3,000 REALTORS®. Tight inventory conditions persist in these areas, driving up home prices.
Nationally, REALTORS® expect prices to move up by about 4 percent in the next 12 months, according to the latest survey, based on data gathered in November.
The highest price growth in the next year is projected for California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Other states outside of the region that also are expected to see some of the larger price jumps include North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, and Massachusetts.
Source: “Expected Price Growth Strongest in West and South Markets,” National Association of REALTORS®’ Economists Outlook (Dec. 9, 2013)
by Steve Silcock | Dec 6, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, Property for Sale, Property for Sale in Orlando
644 Rochester Loop, Davenport FL 33897
Well maintained and prettily furnished 3/2 Florida villa for sale in Lake Davenport Estates Davenport FL Pride of ownership shows through as you enter the driveway and continues into the property. You enter into a small hallway off which are the two guest bedrooms which share the family bathroom. Walking forward from the hallway is the great room which overlooks and accesses the private pool area at the rear of the property.
The pool is accessible through the sliding doors at the end of the room which opens into a good-sized covered lanai. The master bedroom also has views of the pool area and is situated off the great room. The double garage could easily be painted and made into a games room should you wish to do so. Owner bookings to convey at closing – click the image below to view more information on this Florida villa for sale in Lake Davenport Estates Davenport FL
Located on Highway 27 just a half mile from the junction with the Highway 192. An established community only minutes from Disney and centrally located for access to all the areas main attractions and theme parks
Zoned for short term rental, the community facilities include a swimming pool, tennis courts and picnic area. The community also boasts a dock and direct access onto Lake Davenport, a 200 acre fresh water lake. Click the link to view more information on the community and other Florida villas for sale in Lake Davenport Estates Davenport FL.
by Steve Silcock | Nov 8, 2013 | Property for Sale in Orlando, Real Estate News
If you are considering buying a property in Florida now is a great time to make that decision. Throughout this year we have seen considerably higher enquiry levels from people considering buying a property in Florida and this is backed up by the most recent data from the Florida Association of Realtors.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Nov. 6, 2013 – Florida’s housing market continued to improve in third quarter 2013 with more closed sales, higher median prices, more pending sales and a stabilizing supply of homes for sale compared to the same quarter in 2012, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®.
“Data from the third quarter of 2013 shows that Florida’s housing market continues to grow and gain strength,” said 2013 Florida Realtors President Dean Asher, broker-owner with Don Asher & Associates Inc. in Orlando. “The housing sector is vital to the state’s economy, and Realtors across the state are reporting increased activity in their markets.
“At 7.0 percent, Florida currently has a lower unemployment rate than the nation, according to the August unemployment figures (the latest state data available.) More jobs will provide more stability for future growth in the state’s housing market and overall economy.”
Statewide closed sales of existing single-family homes totaled 60,661 in 3Q 2013, up 17.3 percent compared to the year-ago figure, according to data from Florida Realtors Industry Data and Analysis department in partnership with local Realtor boards/associations. Closed sales typically occur 30 to 90 days after sales contracts are written.
Meanwhile, pending sales – contracts signed but not yet completed or closed – for existing single-family homes rose 17.9 percent in the third quarter compared to the same period last year. The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes in 3Q 2013 was $175,000, up 18.6 percent from the same quarter a year ago. The median is the midpoint; half the homes sold for more, half for less.
Looking at Florida’s year-to-year comparison for sales of townhouse-condos, a total of 27,200 units sold statewide in the third quarter, up 11.3 percent from the same three-month period in 2012. Pending sales for townhouse-condos in 3Q 2013 increased 12.4 percent compared to a year ago, while the statewide median for townhouse-condo properties was $130,000, up 23.8 percent over the same quarter last year.
In 3Q 2013, the median days on market (the midpoint of the number of days it took for a property to sell that month) was 48 days for single-family homes and 54 days for townhouse-condo properties.
“What’s remarkable for the third quarter data is that all metro areas in Florida show year-over-year increases in both prices and sales for single-family homes, and year-over-year increases in sales for condo-townhome properties,” says Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. John Tuccillo. “Inventories have begun to pick up a little bit, which may be consistent with cash sales declining as a percentage of overall sales. We’re alert to the fact that it may signal a trend, which could be good for the long-term stabilization and health of Florida’s housing market.”
All of the traditional markets I this area – Vacation, Investment, Retirement, Residential – are very active so for those of you considering buying a property in Florida NOW is the time.
by Steve Silcock | Oct 16, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, New Construction, Property for Sale in Orlando
Following the successful launch of Waterstone Villas, the developer has already sold out of the Marbella 4 inventory homes. This is a final opportunity to pick up a luxury town home for less than $150,000! plus $6,000 back at closing.
These introductory prices and incentives only apply to limited inventory homes. Extra incentives available for closings before 15th December 2013. Zoned for both long and short term rentals with positive R.O.I. achievable both on the short-term or long-term rental plan.
