Florida Homes and Condos for Sale: January 2008

I was conducting a little research yesterday, not specifically looking at the 55+ communities in Viera but afterwards I thought about the number of houses I saw for sale in Viera. This morning I decided to research this a little further.

My initial feeling was confirmed...there are lots of deals in the 55+ communities of Viera. One that struck me was the new Heritage Isle community. There were 55 properties for sale this morning (strictly coincidental it is a 55+  community.).

The prices ranged from a low of $174,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath single car garage unit to $434,000 for a 4 bedroom, 3 bath, three car garage unit with a private pool. What a difference!

It does appear that most of the properties in Heritage Isle are listed in the low-mid $200,000 range. Most of the properties were constructed between 2004 and 2007 so it is all new. Some home have views of the new Duran Golf Club while some are on lakes, The nice thing about this community is you don't have to worry about the size of the yard...it is maintained for you! Association dues run about $900 per quarter.

I must also point out there are at least two other 55+ communities in the Viera area. Indian River Colony Club has 26 homes for sale. Grand Isle has 12 homes listed for sale.

The bottom line....if you are looking for a maintenance free, 55+ community, take a look in Viera, Florida. IT is near the beaches, new shopping and restaurants, plenty of restaurants, sporting events, Orlando Florida and more! 

If you are considering moving to Brevard County, Florida and would like information, please contact me. I can be reached at 1-800-651-6940 (office) or by email at agent@moving2brevard.com .

New listing in Summit gated community within the Suntree area of Brevard County, Florida. 2003 year built 3 bedroom two bath two car garage Tiffany Builder's Breckenridge model.

Situated on a wooded preserve enjoy the privacy on the enclosed back porch. This home features many upgrades, including tray ceilings, triple sliding glass doors leading to the porch, stainless appliances, solid surface counters, 42" maple cabinets, custom tile throughout except bedrooms, and much more!

Yes, there is a homeowner's association with monthly dues of $125. Why worry about cutting the lawn and trimming the shrubs? Why not worry about cutting the strokes from your golf score instead? The HOA dues cover the lawn maintenance/landscaping and nearby community pool/club house facilities.

If you enjoy golf then this is the location for you! Located near the Suntree Golf and Country Club, you are also minutes away from Duran Golf Club, Baytree National Golf Course and the Viera East Golf Course. This really is an ideal location for the golfer! Love the beach? With beaches only 10 minutes away you are never too far from the sun and the fun! Military retired or still on active duty? Just 10 minutes to the facilities at Patrick Air Force Base. Need quick access to Orlando Florida and Orlando International Airport? It is only a 40 minute drive!

Regardless of your needs, this location will certainly meet those needs if you are looking in the Central Brevard County area for a home. With excellent nearby schools, shopping and health-care facilities, the Suntree and Viera areas will certainly fit your lifestyle! For a map, click here.

If you are looking for a new home in Suntree or Viera, give me a call. I would welcome a chance to assist you in your search. Have a question about the area in general, just drop me an email to agent@moving2brevard.com .

Offered by Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent with Century 21 Baytree Realty, 8195 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne, Florida 32940, 1-800-651-6940.

Looking for a nice home in a 55+ community where the weather is great, the golfing choices amazing, easy access to the beaches, and a Florida lifestyle? Well here in central Brevard County (in the immediate area near Viera, Rockledge and Suntree) you will find it!

There are three really nice 55+ communities all in the Viera area.With listing prices running from about $130,000 to $475,000, the choices are abundant. As of today there are about 80 properties listed for sale in these three communities. And, if another area of the county is desired, there are others like the new development Alamanda Key in Melbourne.

The communities in Viera include

• Indian River Colony Club,
• Grand Isle,
• Heritage Ilse.

There are some similarities and differences in these communities.

Similarities:

• All are gated communities.
• All are maintenance free.
• All are situated in a very desirable location near golfing, shopping, great restaurants, major transportation routes and  within 45 minutes of Orlando, Florida.
• All have super amenities!

Differences: I

• IRCC has a private 18-hole golf course within its gates.
• Heritage Isles is next to the newest golf course in the area - Duran Golf Club.
• Fees vary greatly from several hundred a month to much more (Services vary by cimmunity as well.)
• Heritage Isle has new homes yet to be lived in. Grand Isle has been in place several years while IRCC was one of the first over 55 communities in the area.

So, if you are considering a move to Florida's Space Coast and a 55+ community is in your plans, please contact me for additional information. I would be happy to assist you!

Gary Waters, licensed real estate agent, with Century 21 Baytree Realty, Melbourne, Florida, 1-800-651-6940 or by email at agent@moving2brevard.com .

The real estate market in Brevard County, Florida remains, as much of the nation, pretty soft. It is a great time to be a buyer! The number of homes sold in December 2007 were down about 30% from the year ago activity.

Although the number of properties sold in the central Brevard County areas of Rockledge, Suntree and Viera was not too far off from the 2006 activity, the median sales price was quite a bit lower ($200,000 vs. $261,900) than the previous year. Again, these prices indicate it is an excellent time to purchase your Florida home. This market is especially attractive to foreign buyers with the favorable exchange rate.

With 791 single family homes listed for sale in the Rockledge, Viera and Suntree areas, the choices are plentiful!

Data in this chart was compiled by the author from the Melbourne Association of Realtors website.

If you are considering a move to Brevard County, feel free to contact Gary Waters, licensed real estate agent, with Century 21 Baytree Realty, 8195 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne Florida. Telephone 1-800-651-6940 (office) or by email at agent@moving2brevard.com .