Ponte Vedra Real Estate Blog

A new year offers the perfect opportunity to refine your living space and elevate how your home feels. Whether you plan to enjoy your home for years to come or are thoughtfully preparing for a future move, these updates can make a lasting impact.

Now that it’s fall, are you wondering if you missed your chance to snag your dream home this year? Here’s the surprise: October might actually be your golden opportunity. According to Realtor.com, October is the best time of year to buy a home. Why? Let’s break it down.

Holidays in Ponte Vedra Beach are magical, from ocean breezes to twinkling lights along palm-lined streets. Whether you’re strolling with family, enjoying local treats, or soaking in festive events, here are the must-do experiences for your holiday bucket list:

The first half of 2025 has been a bit of a rollercoaster — think Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride with a side of global drama. With so much turbulence in the news, it’s no wonder many people are pausing before making big financial decisions. Emotions and headlines can weigh heavily on the real estate market, and this year we’ve seen that hesitation translate into fewer transactions. But real estate is best understood through a long lens, not just the headlines of the moment. So let’s zoom out and take a clear-eyed look at what’s really happening.

In a world where digital assets are becoming increasingly mainstream, our team remains informed about how crypto investors can buy or sell a home in Northeast Florida. Marsha has dedicated countless hours to training, becoming the first certified real estate agent in Ponte Vedra Beach specializing in cryptocurrency transactions for buying and selling homes.

Buying a home on the water here in Northeast Florida is something many people dream about whether it’s a beachfront home in Ponte Vedra Beach, a riverfront retreat along the St. Johns, or a home on the Intracoastal where you can keep your boat right in your own backyard. The lifestyle is hard to beat with stunning views, breezes off the water, and easy access to fishing, boating, and kayaking.

As summer winds down and the kids head back to school, Ponte Vedra Beach settles into a new rhythm. It is still Florida hot, but the humidity is finally easing up, making those fall weekends feel a whole lot more comfortable.

Nocatee, the planned community just west of the Intracoastal Waterway in Ponte Vedra, began construction in the early 2000s. As a brand-new real estate agent, I remember touring the first homes built in Nocatee. I never imagined the building would ever be done! Now…20 years later, the community is almost complete!

Overall the national real estate market is shifting. The national housing supply reached a peak in April of this year with many homeowners deciding to sell, even though they’re giving up their super low pandemic-era mortgage rate. The Northeast is experiencing a strong seller's market with multiple offers and limited inventory. Other parts of the country are seeing the opposite trends. Here in the Sunshine State, we’re experiencing a downward trend in home values and big increases in available inventory.

Florida’s hurricane season, stretching from June 1 to November 30, brings the annual possibility of intense storms that can disrupt even the most serene coastal living. As trusted real estate experts serving Florida’s prestigious First Coast, The Lisa Barton Team understands the importance of safeguarding your home and investment with thoughtful, proactive preparation.

Spring is here with milder weather, afternoon storms and pollen (lots ofpollen). Typically our local real estate market picks up steam in March andcontinues strong through the end of June.