real estate: St. Lucie County Florida Home Sales - February 2016 - 03/21/16 05:05 AM
The February 2016 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was recently released. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were down by 9.2% over last year when 369 homes sold as compared to 335 in February 2016. However, traditional home sales (not foreclosures/REO or short sale homes) were up 8.7% over last year with 275 in February 2016.  Cash sales of single family homes continue to be down.  In February 2016 cash sales were down 27.0% from last year.   
New listings are up 24.6% over last year when 558 new listings hit the market. This year 695 new listings entered the … (3 comments)

real estate: 2015 Home Sales in Saint Lucie County - 02/11/16 03:51 AM
Overall home sales in St. Lucie County remained steady dropping slightly by -3.2% over 2014.  With inventory remaining tight throughout the year, median home sales price rose 16.9% to $156,250 from $133,688 in 2014.  Traditional home sales in 2015 were strong rising 19.5% over 2014.
The recent release of home sales for St. Lucie County showed overall sales were flat dropping slightly by 3.2% over 2014 when 5,790 homes sold as compared to 5,602 in 2015. Cash sales of single family homes were down.  In 2015 cash sales were down 21.7% from 2014.   
New listings were down 3.3% over 2014 when 8,334 new listings hit the market. In 2015, … (1 comments)

real estate: Single Family Home Sales in St. Lucie County Florida - December 2015 - 01/22/16 01:30 AM
The December 2015 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was recently released. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were flat going up slightly by 0.2% over last year when 462 homes sold as compared to 463 in December 2015. Cash sales of single family homes continue to be down.  In December 2015 cash sales were down 15.8% from last year.   
New listings are up 1.0% over last year when 522 new listings hit the market. This year 527 new listings entered the market in December 2015.  There are 1,754 active listings in St. Lucie County up slightly by 0.3% from last … (3 comments)

real estate: Open House at 1841 SW Penrose Avenue in Port St. Lucie - 01/19/16 09:16 AM
Join Team Victorious of Keller Williams Realty Port St. Lucie this Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Open House for 1841 SW Penrose Avenue in Port St. Lucie.
Property Description:
Live the Florida lifestyle in this contemporary 4 bedroom 3 bath pool home featuring formal areas and a great room with French doors exiting to a lanai, an oversized screen-enclosed pool with cool deck and additional area with pavers for cookouts with additional seating. 24'' x 24'' tile throughout (except master with carpet). Large master suite including jacuzzi-style tub and double vanity. The home also features a large circular drive … (3 comments)

real estate: Open House at 2502 SW Cooper Lane in Port Saint Lucie - 01/19/16 07:19 AM
Join Team Victorious of Keller Williams Realty Port St. Lucie this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Open House for 2502 SW Cooper Lane in Port St. Lucie.
Property Description:
4 bedroom, 2 bath 1,957 sq ft under air, CBS corner lot pool home. The kitchen features Corian counters and a pass-through window to screened-in lania and pool. Other features include French doors throughout, fenced yard, large deck, shed, ceiling fans and laundry area inside the home.  A must see!
 
I recently blogged about this listing.  Click here to read that entry about this listing in the Bayshore Boulevard south of … (0 comments)

real estate: Just Listed: 1841 SW Penrose Avenue, Port St. Lucie - 01/13/16 08:41 AM
Search current inventory of homes in Port St. Lucie
Team Victorious at Keller Williams just listed a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 car garage pool home in Port St. Lucie.
Listing DetailsPort St. Lucie pool home1841 SW Penrose Avenue, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
Price: $289,000
MLS number: RX-10198085
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Square Footage: 2,020 under air and 3,859 overall
Call Odaly Victorio at 772.237.1655 or Marisela Fernandez at 772.237.1718 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.
4/3/2 pool home in Port St. Lucie 34953  

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Live the Florida lifestyle in this contemporary 4 bedroom 3 bath pool home featuring formal areas and a … (5 comments)

real estate: Single Family Home Sale in St. Lucie County Florida - November 2015 - 12/21/15 11:28 PM
The November 2015 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was recently released. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were down 13.3% over last year when 443 homes sold as compared to 384 in November 2015. Cash sales of single family homes continue to be down.  In November 2015 cash sales were down 21.0% from last year.   
For the first time in a long time, new listings are up 15.1% over last year when 562 new listings hit the market. This year 647 new listings entered the market in November 2015.  There are 1,750 active listings in St. Lucie County … (0 comments)

real estate: Open House this Sunday at 3990 SW Hablow Street - 10/08/15 12:41 PM
Join Team Victorious of Keller Williams Realty Port St. Lucie this Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Open House for 3990 SW Hablow Street in Port St. Lucie.
Property Description:
4 bed 2 bath + large home office (can be used as 5th bedroom) 2,070 sq ft under air (2,737 overall), Michelle IV Mercedes CBS with stucco built home (2004) with updated Gourmet, chef's kitchen includes; stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and beautiful backsplash tiles, 20x20 tiles throughout home and upgraded lighting throughout. Vaulted ceilings, an open great room and upgrades galore! French doors lead to outside which boasts immaculate … (0 comments)

real estate: 2015 Fashion on the Green Diamond Sponsor Announced - 10/08/15 05:56 AM
Port St. Lucie, FL— Earlier today, Jennifer Picardi of Fidelity Lending committed to being the 2015 Fashion on the Green presenting sponsor.
Harvest Food and Outreach Center helps so many in our community,” Jennifer Picardi of Fidelity Lending said.  “When I learned about the efforts of the Keller Williams Port St. Lucie associates, I knew I wanted to help.”
Keller Williams associates recently announced Fashion on the Green will be held on December 5 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. near their PGA Village offices at the prestigious Legacy Golf and Tennis Club. 
Associates with the Keller Williams Realty Port St. Lucie office have … (0 comments)

real estate: Demand Driving Prices Up in St. Lucie - July 2015 Market Update - 08/20/15 11:11 AM
The July 2015 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was recently released. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were up 7.4% over last year when 502 homes sold as compared to 539 in July 2015. Cash sales of single family homes continue to be down.  In July 2015 cash sales were down 10.6% from last year.   This continues to demonstrate the return of families/owner occupants to the market.   
New listings continue to lag down 2.0% over last year when 711 new listings hit the market. This year only 697 new listings entered the market in July 2015.  There are 1,594 active listings … (2 comments)

real estate: Single Family Home Sales in St. Lucie - May 2015 - 06/22/15 05:46 AM
The May 2015 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was released earlier today. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were down 19.8% over last year when 596 homes sold as compared to 478 in May 2015. Cash sales of single family homes were down 42.2% from last year.  
New listings continue to lag down 8.9% over last year when 709 new listings hit the market. This year only 646 new listings entered the market in May 2015.  There are 1,590 active listings in St. Lucie County down 21.9% from last year when 2,035 homes were on the market.
Traditional home sales continue … (6 comments)

real estate: Single Family Home Sales - St. Lucie County Market Summary April 2015 - 06/11/15 04:24 AM
The April 2015 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was released recently. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were up 12.1% over last year when 495 homes sold as compared to 555 in April 2015. Cash sales of single family homes were down 7.9% from last year.  This trend over the last several months demonstrates the return of families to the market.
New listings continue to lag down 15.0% over last year when 794 new listings hit the market. This year only 675 new listings entered the market in April 2015.  There are 1,670 active listings in St. Lucie County down 23.4% from last … (2 comments)

real estate: Open House This Sunday in Kendall Square - 05/11/15 10:40 AM
Come by this Sunday, May 17th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to experience this 3 bedroom, 4 bath 2,111 sq ft home under air with a 1 car garage and over-sized yard.
This spacious home is located at 17104 SW 90th Way in Kendall, Florida and is now offered at $364,900 after a $10,000 price improvement.  This home has a formal living room, a formal dining room and a great room with plenty of room for your everyday table or breakfast nook and your family room.  You’ll love the spacious master suite including a shower and garden tub.
The open concept kitchen overlooks the great room with … (5 comments)

real estate: Strength in March's Sales - St. Lucie County Market Summary March 2015 - 04/22/15 08:04 AM
The March 2015 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County was released this week. Overall closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were up 3.8% over last year when 496 homes sold as compared to 515 in March 2015. Cash sales of single family homes were down 4.9% from last year.  This is signaling the return of families to the market.
New listings continue to lag down 4.6% over last year when 802 new listings hit the market. This year only 705 new listings entered the market in March 2015.  There are 1,733 active listings in St. Lucie County down 22.4% from last year when 2,234 homes … (6 comments)

real estate: Some Presidential Golf - 03/30/15 01:20 AM
For the second time in two years, the President of the United States, Barack Obama, has chosen the Treasure Coast for his tee time.
Sure you have plenty of people concerned over how much this visit will have cost us in the end.  Heck the plane rides alone cost the tax payers over $600,000 according to the local tv news.  I know the law enforcement costs will also be high.  Plenty of people took to social media to complain about the road closures too.
Everyone seems to be missing the point.  One of the most powerful men in the world chose … (7 comments)

real estate: What kind of buyer are you? - 02/24/15 05:45 AM
As Realtors, we see all kinds.  We see the tourist, tire kickers, dreamers, would-be investors, investors, client-in-training and clients.  Sometimes it is really easy to tell which one you are, but other times we are fooled into dropping-everything for fruitless appointments time-after-time.  
The easiest to spot among you are the 'dreamers'.  Our initial screening questions will weed out most 'dreamers'.  They are currently reluctant renters who can't qualify for a mortgage but still hope you part the Red Sea and 'find them' owner financing with little-to-no money down.  However, there is another category of 'dreamers'--the 'I want a million dollar … (5 comments)

real estate: Market Report for 34953 as of January 2015 - 01/29/15 08:15 AM
We continue to steady listing price increases on home prices in Port Saint Lucie Florida 34953.  The median sold price or the median price the home actually sold for continues its sharp climb.  If you are considering buying a home you can still find deals on a house in Port Saint Lucie, but with distressed sales in decline and standard sales increasing, the market gets stronger everyday. 
Having a good real estate agent who understands the market is a must.  Don’t wait on the sidelines for too long, many listings are starting to sell within a few days of hitting the market. As … (2 comments)

real estate: December 2014 Home Sales Remain Strong in St. Lucie - 01/27/15 11:28 AM
The December 2014 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County were released this week. Closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were up 6.7% over last year when 433 homes sold as compared to 462 in December 2014. Cash sales of single family homes were down 6.9% from last year.
New listings continue to lag down 16.5% over last year where 625 homes were on the market. This year only 522 homes were listed in December 2014.  There are 1,748 active listings in St. Lucie County down 20.0% from last year when 2,186 homes were on the market. … (1 comments)

real estate: Market Update for St. Lucie County - 12/22/14 08:31 PM
The November 2014 Monthly Market Summary for single family homes in St. Lucie County were released this week.  
Closed sales of single family homes in St. Lucie County were up 12.7% over last year when 393 homes sold as compared to 443 in November 2014.  Cash sales of single family homes are also up over last year by 5.8%.
New listings continue to lag down 16.6% over last year where 674 homes were on the market.  This year only 562 homes were listed in November 2014.  There are 1,794 active listings in St. Lucie County down 17.4% from last year … (4 comments)

real estate: Nominated for RAPB 2014 Young Professional of the Year - 12/15/14 12:30 PM
Earlier today the Realtor's Association of the Palm Beaches held their 2014 Annual Membership Awards Ceremony at the Four Seasons Palm Beach in Lake Worth.
In a room with about 200 of my peers, I was nominated for the 2014 Young Professional of the Year.  I've been a Florida Realtor since May 2013.  While I've worked hard and volunteer countless hours for our area Chamber of Commerce, recently was selected from among my peers as the 2013/2014 Ambassador of the Year, serve on the County's Affordable Housing Committee and various other organizations; I was pleasantly surprised to be nominated.
The winner of the … (5 comments)