Florida Keys Real Estate Blog
Two Popular Marathon Marinas Under New Ownership
Owners of Marathon waterfront homes or those residents who own boats nearby should take notice of two important recent real estate transactions. Within the past three months, two popular marinas in Marathon have been sold to Texas-based marina investment companies. Marathon Marina and RV Resort was sold to Safe Harbor...
...read moreAnnual Key Largo Bridge Run Coming in November
Every year runners flock to Key Largo for one of the most unique runs in the country, the First State Bank Key Largo Bridge Run. Scheduled to take place on November 14, 2021, this race provides distance runners unparalleled beauty in one of the most scenic courses a runner can...
...read moreIs the Dwindling Supply of Florida Keys Real Estate About to Turn Around?
Anyone watching the Florida real estate market knows that demand is skyrocketing, but supply is dwindling. The lack of inventory has caused the prices of Florida Keys homes to increase accordingly and sending prices to record numbers, and this trend is being seen all throughout the state. According to Florida...
...read moreKey West Approves Property Tax Increase for Homeowners
Key West homeowners take note: your property taxes are set to go up soon. Last week, the Key West City Commission met and voted on several topics, including reinstating some popular events that have been canceled due to covid, like the powerboat races that are a big draw. But topping...
...read moreNew Initiatives To Impact Islamorada Vacation Rental Owners
Many who own property in Islamorada are part-time residents who use their off time to rent out their properties for rental income. The market for vacation rentals in Islamorada has exploded in recent years, but changes are coming that will impact those who market their homes as vacation rentals. As...
...read moreEnvironment Focus: Upper Keys Canal Restoration to Cost Upwards of $300 Million
In accordance with the 1970’s declaration that Florida Keys real estate lies within an “Area of Critical Concern,” many environmental protections and improvements are constantly on the forefront of minds of city council members. A massive canal restoration project initially began in 2014 when major surveys were conducted to determine...
...read moreCould 3D Printing be Next for Florida Keys Real Estate?
3D printing has long been seen as a wave of the future that will impact many industries. Many are pointing to real estate as the next industry to be revolutionized by this innovative process, and many companies have their sights set on Florida. Building prices have increased dramatically in recent years,...
...read moreNeighborhood Spotlight: Breezeswept Beach Estates in Ramrod Key
One of the best neighborhoods in the Lower Keys real estate market is Breezeswept Beach Estates in Ramrod Key. This spectacular neighborhood can be found at Mile Marker 27 on the Atlantic Ocean side of the island. This gives easy access for residents of the many waterfront homes for sale...
...read moreIslamorada Seeking Tougher Laws on Noise
Residents of Islamorada homes, be aware that public officials are looking to get tougher on current noise ordinances in the village. The goal, according to council members, is to further the ability for residents to quietly enjoy their Islamorada lifestyle. Currently, the noise ordinance allows for construction and lawn maintenance to...
...read moreBooming Commercial Business in South Florida Driving Housing Market
Commercial real estate in South Florida is booming like never before, with major companies moving into the South Florida markets. Some of the biggest growth is being seen in the hospitality, office and retail industries. Major hotel chains in South Florida are finally recovering from the pandemic slump when occupancy...
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