Florida Keys Real Estate Blog
Understanding the History of the 2023 Florida Keys Building Ban - Part 1
Real estate investors, buyers, and residents in the Florida Keys all have their eyes on one important date - 2023. However, many newcomers and even current long-time residents are unfamiliar with the upcoming change to the Florida Keys real estate market. In 2023, Monroe County will stop issuing building permits....
...read moreLuxury Spotlight - Private Island Sells for $11 Million in Marathon
In April of 2021, a new record was set in the Florida Keys real estate market. A stunning private island estate called Palm Island sold for a staggering $11 million. This impressive price tag made the property the most expensive private island ever sold in the Florida Keys, and the...
...read moreMarathon to Require High-Rise Condo Recertification Every 10 Years
In response to the tragic events of the building collapse in Surfside earlier this year, all major real estate markets are reevaluating and revamping their certification processes in regards to high rise condo building safety, and the Florida Keys are no different. One of the first to tackle the issue...
...read moreHow Will the Build Out Impact Florida Keys Real Estate? - Part 2
A big concern with the coming building ban is how it will affect current residents. County commissioners estimate that there could be up to 8,000 lots rendered unbuildable when the 2023 ban goes into effect, leaving thousands of landowners who have been awaiting permits left with huge financial burdens due...
...read moreHow Will the Build Out Impact Florida Keys Real Estate? - Part 1
As the 2023 moratorium on building permits nears closer investors, landowners, homeowners and buyers are all wondering, “How will this affect me?” While much remains illusive about what the implications will be, one thing is clear - the 2023 building permit ban will change the landscape of the Florida Keys...
...read moreMarathon Considering Instituting Boat Ramp Fees
Lobster mini season this year highlighted an interesting opportunity for city officials volunteering to man the city’s public boat ramps. The mini season draws thousands of tourists and residents alike to boat launches throughout the city, and the rest of the Keys, seeking their limit of delicious spiny lobster. But...
...read morePort Antigua: Luxury Waterfront Living in Islamorada
Islamorada is a perennial favorite in the Florida Keys real estate market for its easy livability. Buyers are drawn to the area for its unique blend of tranquil waterfront living and lively entertainment spots - not to mention the crystal clear waters and world renowned off-shore fishing found in the...
...read moreWhy You Should Live in Marathon
One of the best places to live in the Keys is in Marathon. Marathon is a city in the Middle Keys that comprises much of Grassy Key, Vaca Key, and Fat Deer Key, as well as several other smaller islands. Marathon is often considered the cultural center of the Keys,...
...read moreWhy You Should Live in Key Largo
Those looking to relocate to or within the Florida Keys, but still want the ease of mainland living should consider buying Key Largo real estate. Key Largo offers the perfect blend of tropical living combined with a wide variety of attractions and easy access to the mainland. The area is...
...read moreIslamorada Neighborhood Spotlight: Angler's Reef, Plantation Key Colony, Sunshine Estates, Venetian Shores
Islamorada real estate is some of the most popular and varied in the Florida Keys. There are scores of great neighborhoods in Islamorada that offer a wide range of options for those looking to purchase real estate. A few of the most popular include Angler's Reef, Plantation Key Colony, Venetian...
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