Florida Homes and Condos for Sale: Florida: Rockledge

The price has been reduced on this ideally situated commercial and industrial site in Brevard County Florida. This prime location in Rockledge, Florida, consists of 4.79 acres comprised of two adjoining properties at 480 Barnes Blvd.

One parcel of 2.52 acres in city limits zoned industrial has office, warehouse, walk in cooler and retail store in front.  The second parcel of 2.27 acres is zoned agricultural and is outside of city boundary.  Currently this property is being operated as a commercial nursery.

With 580 feet of Barnes Blvd frontage (will be four laned), already a major local route with access to Interstate 95 and US 1,  a traffic count over 10,000 daily can give your enterprise lots of exposure!

The possibilities really are endless.  This is located near the border of the planned unit development of Viera, one of the most desirable residential communities in Brevard County, Florida.

Businesses nearby include Walgreen's Drugstore (CVS where are you?), a Publix Supermarket, Starbucks, restaurants, a golf course, and more.

This property is offered for $750,000 which is well below the appraisal price.  For additional information on this property please contact me at 321-693-3850 or by email to agent@moving2brevard.com.

Sometimes one must wonder.... I guess here in Florida if it is green and flat it is golfable (not sure that is a word!

Community Park of Rockledge provides soccer, trails, bike paths, a skateboard park/course, a playground, pavillion and more. 

But it does not provide golfing.  Residents are encouraged to use the nearby Turtle Creek Golf Course or Viera East Golf Club!

Prime location in Rockledge, Florida, 4.79 acre total plot consists of two adjoining properties at 480 Barnes Blvd.

One parcel of 2.52 acres in city limits zoned industrial has office, warehouse, walk in cooler and retail store in front.

The second parcel of 2.27 acres is zoned agricultural and is outside of city boundary. Currently this property is being operated as a commercial nursery.

This property consists of 580 feet of prime commercial property on street that will be four laned.   Front of property has already been purchased for the road construction  which will lead to this becoming a major thoroughfare (traffic count over 10,000 daily).

The possiblities are endless.  This is located near the border of the planned unit development of Viera. The location is within a couple of miles of direct access to Interstate 95 and U.S. Highway 1 is just east a mile or so. 

Businesses already nearby include Walgreen's Drugstore (CVS where are you?), a Publix Supermarket, Starbucks, restaurants, a golf course.

This property is offered for $795,000 which is well below the appraisal price.  For additional information on this property please contact me at 321-693-3850 or by email to agent@moving2brevard.com.

Gary Waters, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida, serving Florida's Space Coast.

Reliable automobile service is critical, especially in an economy where every dollar is more important than ever.  When you relocate to a new area you may choose to take your car to the dealer.  Or, if you are like me, you prefer to find a good local auto repair shop who treats you with respect, honesty and fairness. 

In Rockledge, Florida I take my vehicles to Schlenker Automotive Repair Center  at 396 Barton Blvd in downtown Rockledge.

I posted an article about six months ago about preventative maintenance. The article was targeted toward getting a house ready for marketing, specifically about putting maintenance cost in perspective. 

Sometimes the cost of delayed maintenance can be much larger than the cost of routine maintenance.

Schlenker Auto Repair Center is only one half of Schlenker Enterprises.  Across the street at 385 Barton Boulevard is the Car Star Collision  Center where you can get those little hiccups fixed!

Almost every time I have visited I have dealt directly with Mr. Lou Schlenker himself.  His estimates are right on target (and reasonable) and when he gives you a completion time you know it will be on time, if not early.

Having a high level of comfort when dealing with an auto repair facility will relive a lot stress when you need their services. 

When I need auto service, although  am not a happy real estate agent, I am glad I have Schlenker Automotive Repair Center.

Give them a try and tell them Gary Waters, Realtor, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida referred you to him.

The Ventura at Turtle Creek in Rockledge, Florida,   with about 160 condos built so far, this gated community offers owners a great location next door to the Turtle Creek Golf Course in Rockledge, Florida.

These concrete construction, four story units (with two elevators per building) have become very attractive to buyers recently. 

[If you own a condo in The Ventura at Turtle Creek and want to sell, contact me. I have a buyer!].

This gated condo community provides lots of amenities including lighted walking paths, 65 foot resort style pool, cabana club house, and location.

Only a half mile from Interstate 95 and about a mile from US 1, the location is ideal for commuters. 

If you are looking for a Florida vacation getaway then being only 40 minutes (or less) to Orlando International Airport will make it easy to pull off that weekend trip to Florida!

And lets not forget the nearby shopping, golfing (Viera East Golf Course, Duran Golf Club), restaurants and more located in nearby Viera!  With the new Viera Hospital being constructed in the heart of Viera, you will have access to some of the best medical care in Brevard County Florida.

And lets not forget the schools in the area - nothing but the very best that Brevard County School District offers!  And of course you are only minutes away from the beaches and Port Canaveral (cruises)!

Pulte Homes still has about a half dozen or so buildings to be built although they have stopped construction until activity picks up.  With plenty more construction to be done I feel pretty confident the builder will ensure that The Ventura at Turtle Creek remains one of the best condo communities in the Viera Florida area.

As for prices in the complex, there are only a few units on the market right now with a couple listed in the upper $140,000s.  There were a couple of recent units sold in the $110-120,000 range.  With buyers still showing interest in The Ventura at Turtle Creek if you are considering selling, call me. 

For information on single family homes, condos and townhouses for sale in the Viera, Rockledge  and Suntree area of Brevard County, Florida, please contact me at agent@moving2brevard.com or directly at 321-693-3850.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, 1211 Admiralty Blvd, Rockledge Florida.

Yesterday I wrote that I was going to be at the auto service shop early today. At 7:30 this morning I headed down to my mechanic's place, Schlenker's Auto Service, in Rockledge, Florida.

[Amazing how we take personal ownership of my (doctor,lawyer,mechanic, Realtor,) when we have developed a comfortable relationship over time.]

While sitting in the lounge area sipping my Dunkin' Donuts coffee I overheard a call to a customer. Apparently the customer's car needed a new transmission.  A rebuilt transmission would be about $1300 dollars. Then I heard a follow up comment about another guy who had to pay several thousand for his transmission replacement yesterday.

A couple of thoughts entered my mind.  First, not bad  - only $1,300.  Then, of course, could preventive maintenance have precluded this problem?

However, my $247.07 bill for preventive maintenance was much more palatable!

In life, many times it is all about putting your circumstances in their proper perspective. And then, many times, it is all about preventive maintenance.  Let's see..dental exam, physical exam, exercise, non-smoking, immunizations, AC service, pest control, oil change, ....

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida, proudly serving buyers and sellers in the Viera, Suntree and Rockledge areas of Florida's Space Coast.

I was out and about in the Rockledge Florida area running some errands this morning. As is my practice I always wear my Century 21 Baytree Realty badge.  You never know who you may run into who is in the market (or knows someone who is).

On my last stop of the trip I stopped by the Family Dollar Store in Rockledge to grab a few items (there are some good buys on some things).  The cashier, a mature lady, asked how the market was doing.

I explained the opportunities are plentiful in the Viera and Rockledge area.   She agreed and proceeded to telling me how her grandson had just gotten a great deal in the Three Meadows subdivision in Rockledge.

Then she told me about a lady who stopped in to purchase some plastic storage boxes because she was moving.  Her house was worth half the $200,000 mortgage.  The downturn in the housing market has touched a lot of people.  And few is the number of folks who do not know someone who has felt the sting or the joy.

Now that the $timulu$ plan let's hope the buyers pursue the opportunities. I have an appointment tomorrow morning Schlenker's Auto Service in Rockledge (support your local small business!) to have some work done on my wife's car. I will be there early (8:00 a.m.), with my badge on, talking real estate. Stop by and talk real estate!

Gary Waters, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida, serving buyers and sellers along the Florida Space Coast.

Stop by on Sunday, October 19, from noon until 3:00 p.m. to see this 3 bedroom two bath split plan home in an established Rockledge neighborhood. Check out screened enclosed pool and the privacy of your fenced backyard. Easy to find - 887 Brunswick Lane, Rockledge - just off Fiske Blvd in Levitt Park.

Built in 1978 this home has been well maintained and is move in ready. Sure - everyone says that - but come see for yourself! pt this home in excellent condition. Recent exterior paint, this home has excellent curb appeal! Neighborhood is near excellent elementary and middle schools as well as private schools. Offered for $189,900!

For information on this home please contact Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge Florida at 321-693-3850 or email at agent@moving2brevard.com.

This short post can only serve to highlight the short sale market in Viera, Suntree and Rockledge Florida. The reason is simply there are lots of properties that are pre-foreclosure or short sales.

Here is a review of the short sale / third party approval required properties listed for sale in the Brevard County MLS system.

• 141 active listings in Viera, Suntree, Rockledge requiring lender approval
• Only 6 closed in September (With banks in turmoil the past couple of weeks this is probably not surprising!)
• 55 properties are under contract
• Prices range from $67,500 to $1.1 million dollars
• Most are under the $250,000 price
• Some are still overpriced!

A word of caution about short sales....They take time and flexibility. The lenders may very well have several offers on the table and you don't which, if any, they will accept.

If you are in the market for a home in Viera, Rockledge and Suntree, these short sales can improve your negotiation position...sellers must compete if they really want to sell!

Call me if I can assist you in any way with real estate in the Rockledge, Suntree and Viera areas of Brevard County Florida. And, yes, I do work outside of that area including Cocoa, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach, Lake Washington, Pineda - primarily central Brevard County.

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida. Email me at agent@moving2brevard.com or call me directly at 321-693-3850.

You must see this 3 bedroom two bath split plan home in an established Rockledge, Florida neighborhood. Enjoy the huge screened enclosed pool and the privacy of your fenced backyard.

Built in 1978 this home shows the care of a meticulous owner who has kept this home in excellent condition. Recent exterior paint, this home has excellent curb appeal! Neighborhood is near excellent elementary and middle schools as well as private schools.

Living room and dining room have newly installed laminate flooring while entry, kitchen, family room and bathrooms are tiled. All three bedrooms are carpeted.

The master bedroom features sliding glass doors to the 10 X 20 covered porch overlooking the 17 X 32 foot screen enclosed pool. Storage shed in backyard, sprinkler system on well and much more!

Kitchen has recently been updated with newer appliances (refrigerator, dishwasher, built in microwave) and new cabinets and laminate counters. AC only a few years old as well as a newer hot water heater. There are laundry connections in the garage so the interior laundry room can be used for additional space if desired!

For information on this home please contact Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge Florida at 321-693-3850 or email at agent@moving2brevard.com.