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FLORIDA, ORLANDO, KISSIMMEE, POINCIANA HOMES, REAL ESTATE AND RETIREMENT GO TOGETHER

FLORIDA RETIREMENT? IT'S TIME TO RELOCATE TO FLORIDA

If you are a Maryland or Virginia retiree considering relocating - FLORIDA WANTS YOU !!! Orlando, Kissimmee, Poinciana, Disney World, Kennedy Space Center, Daytona Beach and more are the attractions for Central Florida, known for fabulous weather and attractive home prices. Homes in Florida are Active Adults priced right for you. Prices in Osceola County and Polk County are consistently lower than in the past 5 years. FLORIDA WANTS YOU !!!

WHY CENTRAL FLORIDA?
The good news for Maryland and Virginia folks retiring to Central Florida is the lower cost of living from Maryland and Northern Virginia to Central Florida. Real Estate in Orlando, Kissimmee, Poinciana is about 44% LESS than in MD and VA. Your retirement income is going to go about 20% farther every month. What would cost $70,000 in Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Frederick, Fairfax, Leesburg, Arlington and Manassas, will cost about $55,000 in Poinciana, Kissimmee and Orlando. FLORIDA WELCOMES you to our wonderful Active Adult Communities with activities just for you. NOTE: No Florida income tax.

Orlando, Kissimmee and Poinciana are in the Central Florida area with easy access to conveniences throughout the State of Florida with quick commutes for fishing, golf and recreation facilities throughout the state.

Map Florida

HOW'S THE WEATHER IN ORLANDO, KISSIMMEE, POINCIANA ?
Average High about 86 degrees
Average Low about 72 degrees

ABOUT REAL ESTATE IN ORLANDO, KISSIMMEE AND POINCIANA AREAS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA.NEW HOMES AND RESALE HOMES ARE WAITING FOR NEW OWNERS TO JOIN OUR COMMUNITIES

NEW HOME COMMUNITIES THAT HAVE HOMES AVAILABLE INCLUDE:

Communities with golf courses, lakes for fishing and boating, community centers, exercise facilities, meeting rooms, nearby restaurants, health facilities and more to make your retirement years comfortable and exciting.

Homes in Kissimmee Florida are priced right to fit your retirement budget.

New Homes in Kissimmee in the $200,000 to $300,000 price range:
Doral Pointe-America's First Home Homes in Florida
Eagle Lake-Standard Pacific Homes
Brighton Landings-Engineered Homes
Villa Sol-Inland Homes
Parkview at Lakeshore
Shingle Creek Reserve at the Oaks - Park
La Fortuna-Faloh Construction Corp
Solivita Community

New Homes in Kissimmee in the $300,000 to $400,000 price range.
Shingle Creek Reserve at the Oaks - Park
Parkview at Lakeshore
Shingle Creek Reserve at the Oaks - Park
VillaSol-Rey Homes
Orange Branch Bay-Mercedes Homes
Solivita Community
Florida Homes
New Homes in the Kissimmee in the $400,000 to $500,000 price range.
North Shore-Centerline Homes
Orange Branch Bay-Mercedes Homes
Coral Cay Resort-Engineered Homes
VillaSol-Rey Homes
Solivita Community

New Homes in the Kissimmee in the $500,000 to $600,000 price range.
Avilla at Flora Ridge-ICI Homes
Lighthouse Key Resort

Other Popular Builders in Central Florida
Engle Homes / Ryland Homes / Del Webb Homes / Mercedes Homes /
Americas First Home / Pulte Homes / Park Square Homes / Centex Homes

ENJOY THE SURPRISING VALUE IN RESALE HOMES IN KISSIMMEE, POINCIANA IN CENTRAL FLORIDA

$158,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759 home in kissimmee
$219,000, 4 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759
$229,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759
$169,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759
$159,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759
$ 79,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759
$149,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 33838
$149,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34758
$179,000, 2 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34758
$199,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34759
$239,000, 5 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34758
$179,000, 4 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34758
$189,000, 3 bedroom single family home, Zip Code 34758

Courtesy: Homefinders.com, Because We Can Help. Photo courtesy Bryant Tutus

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Posted by Lenn Harley, Broker, Maryland and Virginia on 10/21/2007 09:58 AM

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31 Comments on FLORIDA, ORLANDO, KISSIMMEE, POINCIANA HOMES, REAL ESTATE AND RETIREMENT GO TOGETHER

OCT

2007

Dear Queen of Leads- when those leads come pouring in, remember your dear, dear friend in Central Florida :-) That would be me (grin). All kidding aside, you're absolutely right. In Brevard County the average home price is right about $200,000. In Titusville it's about $187,000. The numbers tend to vary but these are pretty close. As an example I have a really nice 3/2/2 pool home, 1756 sq ft under air that the owner paid $237,000 for in 7/05. She's moved, the relo company owns it in inventory and said "git 'er sold". So it's on the market for a measly $199,900. The activity is high on the house now and I don't expect it will last much longer. That's but one example of the bargains to be had in my area. People looking to retire in a few years will be very wise to buy that retirement home now; they will save a bundle today and make a killing tomorrow. For more examples of great buys, visit my website, you know where I am. Let me know if I can help and thanks for drawing attention to Central Florida, a truly great place to call home.

That's right...support the "troops"....bb and bertha are a troop....lol. Great idea and good job with all those listings and info for the retiree.

Lenn, did Broker Bryant hack into your account?

lol

Lenn, so what are we talking about for $70,000 in Bethesda? A parking space? Seriously, though, this does seem to be an excellent time to buy in Florida.

Lenn,

What an interesting marketing idea! As a consumer I would love to see links to the communities and homes you mentioned above.

Gail. Thanks for commenting. I decided to capitalize on the prices available for homes in these communities because THEY NEED BUYERS. We'll see how it works.

Sally. You are very perceptive. Florida is ready for a turnaround and I want to send some folks to folks I know in Florida.

John. That is the funniest line for today.

Patricia. You bet. But, I made a very interesting discovery about that today, which I will blog about, of course.

Jonathan. Sure, sure. However, as a real estate broker, I want the consumer to contact me so I can get competent help for them from a local agent who will help them all the way to settlement at their new destination. ActiveRain gives me an opportunity to bring folks together.

Well done Lenn. It is certainly a good time to bring some of that northern money down south. I just placed a 4 bedroom 2 bath home with over 2300 sq ft living, on the market for $189,000. It was built and bought new in 2006 for $270,000!!! What a deal! It does require a short sale but is priced about 30k below market.

Plus our builders are offering HUGE incentives to buyers right now.

THANK YOU!!!!

Bryant. Working it, working it.

Lenn: I've said this time and a again - you are a class act!

Jay. I don't know what you mean, but thank you very much.

Florida needs home buyers. I'm on a quest to find some.

Hi Lenn - what a great post and full of terrific information on the central Florida market. I'm headed there myself this coming week, and with all the family I have in that area, I know NOW is a FABULOUS time to be buying in Florida!! We just may check out some real estate ourselves while we're down there. I'll be in the Clermont area.

Great marketing idea!!
Ann

Ann. Thanks. It's an adventure. Florida is a special place, especially for retirees and I'm hoping to connect with a few nice folks looking for a good real estate opportunity in sunny Florida.

Have fun.

"Working it, working it"...I like that. Yes, caught on quick and that's really a good way to keep the market going as well.

Thanks Sally. I'm spreading Google juice around.

Search Google for

kissimmee poinciana homes for sale

Google juice!!!!

Lenn, there was a little window, when Florida was crazy in pricing, that NY'ers were looking at alternatives. It sure seems that now that things have "adjusted", it's time to revisit Florida- talk about the best beaches anywhere.

OCT

2007

Lenn, don't forget, no state income tax either!

Lenn Excellent Job! As the Osceola County area specialist, we are seeing some amazing reductions, builder incentives, and prices on a roll back to the 2003 levels. Many homes once in the $400K range can be had for $280 or less now. This is attractive for anyone considering relocating. Less money buys more house!

Laurie. I believe that some very good value is found in Florida today. We have a lot of folks in my area that reture to Florida. They can do VERY well compared to prices here. The homes are lovely and the same home that would cost $250,000 in Kissimmee would cost $400,000 here.

Gabriel. Thanks!!! I added a NOTE: for that.

Allison. My thoughts exactly. I'm looking for buyers for Florida agents.

Just wanted to share a new website that provides a link to communities attractive to active adults, including some of the communities you've mentioned above. For a variety of reasons, many of the communities included are not age-restricted; many are. Please check it out: http://www.plannedseniorhood.com. Would love feedback.

Thanks Liz.

It's bookmarked for the future.

Wow Lenn! A fountain of great information. Thanks. :)

Lenn...

Sorry I am late. I was on my over yesterday but someone yelled "Hijack" :)

I want to take a moment to thank you for doing this.

At this point every lit bit helps :)

TLW...ROAR!

Billie. Hey, let's hope something comes of it.

I'm working it. I've still got a lot of work to do geting the site synergized on my network, but, sooner or later, assuming some buyers see it, we'll get some action.

KYFC

Wow!!! how awesome is this. This is what I call cooperation at its best! Good Luck and you know I love your maps (who doesn't?)

Rick and Ines.

Thanks very much. I covered the entire state on the map. I'm going to work my way down to Miami when time permites.

Lenn,

Nice post with lots of great information. Glad to see someone is recognizing the value in Florida:) Do many folks from MD/VA consider Florida a 2nd home/retirement destination?

In my neck of the woods in South Florida, our translpanted buyers are usually from NY or NJ. Homes in the Kissimmee area are priced much better than here, although our market is good too.

Cheryl

Cheryl. I understand a lot of folks make Florida their destination from NY and NJ, but I'm in MD and VA and that's whom I'm appealing to.

I concentrated on Kissimmee because of the very low prices there and some good ActiveRain friends. However, I made the map of the entire state. So, eventually, I'll be branching out.

Can wait until you get down to Miami Lenn!

Lenn - Great idea and post. Bryant owes you one. You missed the link love for him though ;)

MAY

2008

Lenn, South West Florida needs home buyers too! I've had lots of customers from your area in the past. Send me more! We are due for a major turnaround! Great job!

Great post Lenn, No more winter coats either. I just realized I'm six months late to this post. It's still good.

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