Ponte Vedra Real Estate Blog

Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, is an incredible destination for those looking to escape to beautiful beaches, enjoy world-class tennis, and play top-tier golf. It's no surprise that many people who vacation here fall in love with the area and decide they want a vacation home of their own. For some, owning a short-term rental property is a way to generate extra income while enjoying the beauty of Ponte Vedra whenever they wish. But before you take the plunge, there are some key factors to consider about owning a short-term vacation rental.

“So…how’s the market?” That’s the most common question we hear as real estate agents! This year the answer is a little more complicated than it’s been in the past. The market in Northeast Florida is recovering from the hysteria of the pandemic and slowly transitioning back to a “normal” market.

Selling a home is a big decision, and choosing the right real estate agent can make all the difference in how smooth and profitable the process is. The agent you work with will not only help you set the right price, but they’ll also market your home effectively and negotiate with potential buyers.

Most buyers don’t think to interview real estate agents when they’re purchasing a home, but it’s a step that can make all the difference in finding the right home at the right price. Just like sellers, homebuyers should be asking key questions to ensure they’re working with an agent who can provide the best possible guidance throughout the process.

Buyers looking for a warm, cozy home full of possibilities can be left cold when they tour a sad, lifeless vacant house. They will struggle to appreciate the size and scale of rooms without furniture, artwork or rugs.

Northeast Florida is home to several cultural institutions. Join Lisa and Sean for a tour of the Cummer Museum and the First Coast Cultural Center. These fabulous resources have something for everyone --- young to young at heart!

If you're considering purchasing a new construction home, you should consult with a real estate agent who has experience working with local builders. Your agent can help you take advantage of financial incentives being offered from new home builders.

Do you live in a community with a homeowners association (HOA)? Almost 45% of Florida residents do! In July of 2024, a new state law limiting the power of homeowner associations was passed limiting the power of HOAs.

How’s the real estate market? Here in Northeast Florida, and across the U.S., home prices are up, the number of pending and closed sales are down.

Beaches residents cherish the playful and restorative nature of the ocean and the laid-back lifestyle that comes with living near the coast. But every hurricane season they remember why living on an island isn’t always fun and games.

A beach restoration project designed to protect homes, businesses, and tourism against intense storms and hurricanes in Ponte Vedra Beach is expected to wrap up sooner than first projected.

As the NY Times reported recently (Apr 20, 2024), “something deeply unusual has happened in the American housing market over the last two years.” While most of us are aware that current mortgage rates are currently running at 7%, we may be ignoring the unprecedented underlying impact of the average American household fixed mortgage rates—that are fully 3% lower.